Drought Tolerant Seeds

Globe Amaranth ‘Strawberry Fields’ Red – Seeds (Gomphrena haageana)

Globe Amaranth ‘Strawberry Fields’ is a heat-loving annual that produces masses of vivid strawberry-red, clover-like blooms all summer long. These striking globe-shaped flowers hold their color exceptionally well, making them perfect for borders, pollinator gardens, and long-lasting cut or dried arrangements. Easy to grow and drought tolerant, it’s a bright, reliable favorite for sunny spots.

Why Grow "Strawberry Fields"

• Vivid strawberry-red, globe-shaped blooms

• Flowers hold their color when dried

• Heat and drought tolerant

• Long-lasting in fresh and dried arrangements

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Gomphrena haageana)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, beds, containers, cut and dried flowers

Ideal For

• Adding bold red accents to beds and borders

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Dried flower crafts and everlasting bouquets

• Low-maintenance, heat-tolerant planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost at 20–25°C

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Transplant after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Mock Strawberry – Seeds (Fragaria Duchesnea)

Mock Strawberry is a hardy perennial groundcover with fresh green foliage and small, strawberry-like fruits. Unlike true strawberries, the fruits are bland in flavor, but they add ornamental interest and charm to borders, rock gardens, and naturalized areas. Its cheerful yellow flowers bloom in spring and summer, followed by bright red berries that attract wildlife.

Why Grow "Mock Strawberry"

• Attractive groundcover with strawberry-like fruits

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Cheerful yellow flowers in spring and summer

• Provides ornamental red berries for added interest

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Fragaria Duchesnea)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: Spring to summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Groundcover, borders, rock gardens, naturalized areas

Ideal For

• Low-maintenance groundcover planting

• Rock gardens and edges

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

• Naturalizing in lawns or meadows

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Early spring at 15–20°C

• Germination: 20–30 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates a range of conditions

FRENCH MARIGOLD – DEL SOL – 300 SEEDS (Tagetes patula nana)

Del Sol is a compact French Marigold with vibrant golden flowers that brighten any garden. It naturally repels pests and attracts pollinators, making it both beautiful and practical.

What Makes It Special
Del Sol is a compact French Marigold with vibrant golden flowers that brighten any garden. It naturally repels pests and attracts pollinators, making it both beautiful and practical.

Key Features

• Dwarf, compact growth habit (Tagetes patula nana)

• Bright golden blooms all season

• Low-maintenance and fast-growing

• Pest-deterring and pollinator-friendly

• Ideal for borders, beds, and containers

Ideal For

• Flower beds and garden borders

• Patio pots and balcony containers

• Companion planting with vegetables

• Beginner-friendly gardeners

Sowing
Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow after frost danger passes. Germinates in 7–14 days. Prefers full sun for best flowering.

Teasel Seeds (Dipsacus fullonum)

A striking wildflower, Teasel is known for its tall spiky flower heads that attract bees, butterflies, and especially goldfinches. Its architectural shape adds height and structure to wildlife-friendly gardens, meadows, and borders. Hardy and easy to grow, Teasel provides year-round interest with summer blooms and seed heads that last into winter.

What Makes It Special

• Loved by pollinators and seed-eating birds, especially goldfinches

• Tall, architectural plant for borders and wild gardens

• Long-lasting seed heads provide winter garden interest

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dipsacus fullonum

• Hardy biennial/wildflower

• Height: 150–200 cm (5–6 ft)

• Bloom time: Mid to late summer

Ideal For

• Wildlife and pollinator-friendly gardens

• Wildflower meadows and natural planting schemes

• Adding height and structure to borders

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–Jun or Sep–Oct directly into prepared soil

• Cover lightly and keep moist until germination

• Germination: 14–28 days depending on conditions

• Thin seedlings to 30–45 cm apart

• Flowers in the second year after sowing

Strawflower Yellow – 900 Seeds (Helichrysum bracteatum)

Bring sunshine to your garden with the cheerful Strawflower Yellow. Famous for its papery, long-lasting blooms, this variety glows in bright golden yellow, adding a warm touch to borders, beds, and everlasting arrangements. Perfect for fresh or dried floral displays.

What Makes It Special

• Vivid yellow blooms that hold their color when dried

• Easy to grow and drought-tolerant

• Blooms all summer until frost

• Excellent for both gardens and everlasting bouquets

Key Features

• Annual flower, height: 60–80 cm

• Papery, long-lasting blooms ideal for drying

• Thrives in sunny, well-drained spots

• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

Ideal For

• Cutting and drying for arrangements

• Borders, beds, and cottage gardens

• Adding bright color to summer displays

• Drought-tolerant or low-maintenance gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after frost

• Lightly cover seeds; germination in 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant or thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Pinch out tips for bushier plants and more blooms

Mealy Cup Sage ‘White Victory’ Seeds (Salvia farinacea)

Add elegance and long-lasting color to your garden with Mealy Cup Sage ‘White Victory’ (Salvia farinacea). This hardy annual produces spikes of pure white flowers above silvery-green foliage, creating a striking vertical accent in borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators and offers a long season of interest from summer through autumn.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart once established.

• Water regularly, reducing frequency once plants are established.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Spikes of pure white flowers above silvery-green foliage

• Long-flowering annual from summer through autumn

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Excellent for borders, beds, and containers

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Flower borders and beds

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Best time: 6–8 weeks before last frost indoors, or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Deadhead regularly to encourage prolonged flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.

Zinnia Dahliaflowered Red ‘Will Rogers’ Seeds (Zinnia elegans)

Add vibrant, long-lasting color to your garden with Zinnia Dahliaflowered Red ‘Will Rogers’ (Zinnia elegans). This striking annual produces large, dahlia-like red blooms that stand out in borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and exceptionally hardy, it provides a stunning display from summer to autumn and is perfect for cut flower arrangements.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

Key Features

• Large, dahlia-like red flowers that make a bold statement

• Long-flowering annual, blooming summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and maintain, suitable for beginners

• Excellent for fresh cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular deadheading prolongs flowering and keeps the plants looking vibrant throughout the season.

Lady’s Mantle – Seeds (Alchemilla mollis)

Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla mollis) is a hardy perennial known for its soft, scalloped green foliage and clusters of small, chartreuse flowers that bloom from late spring to summer. Its graceful leaves capture morning dew beautifully, adding texture and charm to borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style beds. Low-maintenance and long-lasting, this perennial is perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens and adds a fresh, airy feel to any planting scheme.

Why Grow "Lady’s Mantle"

• Soft, scalloped green foliage with chartreuse flowers

• Long flowering season from late spring to summer

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Pollinator-friendly and ideal for naturalistic gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Alchemilla mollis)

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, cottage gardens, pollinator-friendly planting

Ideal For

• Adding texture and softness to borders and beds

• Cottage and naturalistic garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Underplanting around shrubs and perennials

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade

• Water moderately until established

Tufted Poppy ‘Sundew’ Yellow – Golden Mini Blooms

Tufted Poppy ‘Sundew’ produces cheerful, bright yellow flowers on compact, tufted plants. Perfect for creating sunny borders, rock gardens, or naturalized areas, these hardy annuals add long-lasting color with minimal care.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, sunny yellow blooms

• Compact, tufted growth habit

• Long-flowering and low-maintenance

• Ideal for naturalized and rock gardens

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 15–25 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to summer

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Drought-tolerant and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden borders and edges

• Rock gardens and pathways

• Wildflower and naturalized areas

• Containers and sunny patios

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors after last frost

• Plant seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space 15–20 cm apart

• Water moderately and provide full sun