Dwarf Flower Seeds

Sweet Pea Dwarf – Navy Blue Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Dwarf Sweet Pea ‘Navy Blue’ (Lathyrus odoratus) is a compact variety with rich, deep navy-blue blooms and a delightful fragrance. Unlike climbing sweet peas, this dwarf form grows in neat, bushy clumps, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. It produces masses of flowers throughout summer, perfect for cutting or simply enjoying in the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, non-climbing habit – no support needed

• Striking deep navy-blue flowers with a sweet scent

• Long-lasting blooms for borders, pots, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lathyrus odoratus

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: June–September

Ideal For

• Pots, containers, and small spaces

• Bedding and border displays

• Fragrant cut flowers

Sowing

• Sow indoors: January–March in pots, 1 cm deep

• Harden off and transplant after last frost

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly where they are to flower

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Sweet Pea ‘Bijou’ Dwarf Mix – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea ‘Bijou’ Dwarf Mix is a charming, compact annual ideal for small gardens, containers, and borders. It produces clusters of fragrant, vibrant blooms in a range of colors, including pink, purple, white, and crimson. Its dwarf habit makes it perfect for low trellises, obelisks, or window boxes, bringing scent and color to every corner of the garden.

Why Grow "Bijou Dwarf Mix"

• Compact plants ideal for small spaces

• Fragrant, colorful blooms in multiple shades

• Long flowering season for continuous garden color

• Perfect for borders, containers, and low supports

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, containers, trellises, window boxes, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Small gardens and container planting

• Low trellises, obelisks, and window boxes

• Adding fragrance and color to summer displays

• Gardeners seeking compact, easy-to-grow sweet peas

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Sunflower 'Big Smile' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Sunflower 'Big Smile' is one of the earliest and most compact sunflower varieties, growing just 25–40 cm tall. It produces cheerful, golden-yellow blooms with dark centers, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. Despite its size, it flowers profusely and brings a burst of sunshine to any space.

What Makes It Special

• Extra compact dwarf variety – perfect for pots and small spaces

• Early flowering, bringing color sooner than most sunflowers

• Bright golden blooms with strong stems

• Low-maintenance, easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Big Smile'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained, fertile soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Small gardens and borders

• Children’s gardens and beginner growers

• Quick, cheerful summer color

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or direct outdoors after frost risk has passed

   • Germination in 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Thin or transplant seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly; no staking required due to dwarf habit.

Strawflower ‘Tom Thumb’ Mixed – 800 Seeds (Helichrysum bracteatum)

Compact yet dazzling, Strawflower ‘Tom Thumb’ Mixed brings a burst of jewel-like colors to your garden. These papery, everlasting blooms shine in vibrant shades and are prized for their ability to retain shape and brilliance when dried. Perfect for small borders, pots, and cutting gardens, they provide endless color and beauty from summer through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf-growing variety – ideal for small gardens & containers

• Produces vibrant, papery flowers that are excellent for drying

• Long-lasting blooms that withstand heat and drought

• Adds bright splashes of color all summer

Key Features

• Half-hardy annual, height: 30–40 cm

• Blooms: Summer to autumn

• Thrives in full sun & well-drained soil

• Great for bedding, pots, and floral crafts

Ideal For

• Containers and window boxes

• Cottage & wildlife gardens

• Fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Easy-care, drought-tolerant displays

Sowing

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

• Lightly cover seeds; keep soil at 18–21°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant or thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

Shasta Daisy ‘Silver Princess’ Dwarf White Seeds (Chrysanthemum maximum)

Shasta Daisy ‘Silver Princess’ is a compact, dwarf perennial producing pure white, daisy-like flowers with golden centers. Blooming from early summer to autumn, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Hardy, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly, it brings classic charm and long-lasting blooms to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Pure white, daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Dwarf, compact habit ideal for borders and containers

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Chrysanthemum maximum

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Sunny garden beds

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers from the first or second year

Scarlet Salvia 'Piccolo' Seeds (Salvia splendens)

Scarlet Salvia 'Piccolo' is a compact, vibrant bedding plant producing bright scarlet spikes that add striking color to borders, containers, and garden beds. Its uniform, dwarf habit makes it perfect for mass plantings, edging, or mixed displays. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s a reliable choice for summer color.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for small gardens and containers

• Bright scarlet flower spikes that provide long-lasting color

• Excellent for mass plantings, borders, and edging

• Attracts pollinators and adds bold summer interest

Key Features

• Botanical name: Salvia splendens

• Variety: 'Piccolo'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 20–30 cm tall, 15–25 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Containers and patio displays

• Mass bedding schemes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; March–May outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist seed compost; press gently

   • Keep at 20–22°C; germination occurs in 10–14 days

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings 20–25 cm apart after frost risk has passed

4. Care: Water moderately; remove faded flowers to encourage continued blooming

Rudbeckia 'Rustic Dwarf' Mixed Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia 'Rustic Dwarf' Mixed is a compact, free-flowering variety producing a dazzling mix of warm autumnal colors including gold, mahogany, bronze, and red. Its large daisy-like flowers with dark central cones provide long-lasting color from summer into autumn and are loved by pollinators. Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting.

What Makes It Special

• Compact dwarf habit – perfect for smaller gardens and pots

• Fiery color blend that glows through summer and autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Common name: Black-Eyed Susan

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–45 cm tall, bushy habit

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Brightening borders and bedding schemes

• Patio pots and containers

• Wildlife gardens and pollinator patches

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist compost and cover very lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

   • Keep at 18–22°C; germination takes 7–21 days

3. Transplanting: Pot on seedlings when large enough; harden off before planting outside after frost

4. Care: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming; water in dry spells.

Pot Marigold 'Gitana Mix' – Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

Brighten up your garden with the charming Pot Marigold 'Gitana Mix'. This compact variety produces a vibrant blend of orange, yellow, and golden blooms that flower freely throughout summer. Perfect for borders, pots, or cottage-style gardens, these cheerful marigolds are also edible and can be used to decorate salads and dishes.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf variety with nonstop blooms

• A mix of warm, sunny colors that light up the garden

• Dual-purpose: ornamental beauty and edible petals

Key Features

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Annual, bushy habit

• Flowers: summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Ideal For

• Bedding, borders, and cottage gardens

• Pots and containers

• Cutting gardens and edible flower use

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–May in well-drained soil, full sun

• Lightly cover seeds with fine soil

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

Pot Marigold Dwarf ‘Sunset Buff’ – Apricot – 1,000 Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

The Dwarf Pot Marigold ‘Sunset Buff’ is a charming, compact variety producing apricot-peach blooms with soft golden undertones. Its warm pastel shades bring a unique elegance to beds, borders, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, this hardy annual is also edible, with petals traditionally used to decorate salads or for natural dye.

Highlights

• Distinctive apricot–buff blooms with golden tones

• Compact, dwarf habit – perfect for pots and borders

• Long flowering season from early summer to autumn

• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

• Edible petals for salads and herbal uses

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis

• Variety: Dwarf ‘Sunset Buff’ (Apricot)

• Seed Count: 1,000 seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–30 cm tall, compact growth

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June – October

Perfect For

• Bedding, borders, and cottage gardens

• Patio pots and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edible flower displays and herbal uses

Sowing Instructions

• Sow outdoors March–May or August–September for overwintering

• Sow directly into soil, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Deadhead regularly for prolonged flowering