Easy to Grow Seeds

Sweet Pea 'Neille Viner' – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea 'Neille Viner' is a classic climbing annual admired for its soft, delicate pink blooms and strong, sweet fragrance. Its long stems are perfect for cutting, while its vigorous climbing habit creates a stunning display on trellises, fences, or arches. Ideal for adding colour and scent to summer gardens, this variety is a favorite among gardeners and florists alike.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Cottage-style gardens

• Fragrant garden corners

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 20–30 cm

• Provide climbing support

• Regular deadheading encourages more blooms

Moldavian Dragonhead – Seeds (Dracocephalum moldavica)

The Moldavian Dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavica) is a fragrant annual herb admired for its violet-blue flowers and aromatic lemon-scented foliage. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, it makes a charming addition to herb gardens, borders, and pollinator-friendly spaces. Its leaves are sometimes used for teas with a refreshing citrus flavor.

Why Grow Moldavian Dragonhead?

• Violet-blue blooms with a pleasant lemon fragrance

• Excellent for pollinators, especially bees

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Useful as an ornamental and herbal plant

Ideal For

• Herb gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Aromatic tea lovers

Key Features

• Type: Annual herb

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors: After frost risk has passed

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

• Spacing: 25–30 cm apart

Tip: Regular deadheading encourages longer flowering and stronger aroma.

Pink Banana Plant – 10 Seeds (Musa velutina)

The Pink Banana Plant (Musa velutina) is a striking ornamental banana variety known for its vibrant pink fruit and lush tropical foliage. Compact and decorative, it’s perfect for patios, conservatories, or garden beds in warm climates. Fast-growing and easy to maintain, it adds an exotic touch while producing edible, though small, sweet bananas.

Why Grow "Pink Banana Plant"

• Vibrant pink ornamental fruit

• Lush tropical foliage for visual impact

• Compact and easy to grow

• Produces small edible bananas

Key Features

• Type: Tender perennial (Musa velutina)

• Height: 1.5–2 m

• Flowering/Fruiting: Summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Containers, patios, conservatories, tropical garden displays

Ideal For

• Tropical-themed gardens

• Large containers or patio planting

• Conservatories and greenhouses

• Ornamental fruit display

Sowing & Growing

• Soak seeds for 24–48 hours before sowing

• Sow indoors: Year-round in warm conditions

• Germination: 4–12 weeks at 25–28°C

• Use rich, well-drained compost and keep soil moist

• Transplant to larger containers as seedlings grow

Toothache Plant – Seeds (Spilanthes oleracea)

The Toothache Plant (Spilanthes oleracea) is an unusual and fascinating herb, known for its small, bright red flowers and unique tingling effect when chewed. Traditionally used for its medicinal properties, it adds interest to herb gardens, containers, and edible landscaping. Easy to grow and fast-maturing, it’s a conversation-starting plant that also attracts pollinators.

Why Grow "Toothache Plant"

• Bright red, cone-shaped flowers

• Unique tingling sensation when chewed

• Traditional medicinal and culinary uses

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual herb (Spilanthes oleracea)

• Height: 30–60 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Herb gardens, containers, edible landscaping, pollinator-friendly plantings

Ideal For

• Herb and medicinal gardens

• Container and patio planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Educational or conversation-starting gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and moderately fertile soil

• Keep soil moist for best growth

California Poppy ‘Ballerina’ Mix – Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Poppy ‘Ballerina’ Mix (Eschscholzia californica) offers a charming blend of delicate, cup-shaped blooms in soft pastel shades of pink, cream, and apricot. This low-maintenance annual brightens borders, rockeries, and wildflower gardens with a long flowering season. Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for sunny spots and pollinator-friendly gardens.

Why Grow "Ballerina Mix"

• Soft, pastel-colored blooms in pink, cream, and apricot

• Long flowering season from spring to autumn

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant annual

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Eschscholzia californica)

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: May–October

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Sunny borders and rockeries

• Wildflower and cottage-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Low-maintenance summer color

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Radish ‘Ria’ – Seeds (Raphanus sativus)

Radish ‘Ria’ is a fast-growing, reliable variety producing uniform round roots with bright red skin and crisp, white flesh. Known for its mild, refreshing flavor, this radish is perfect for quick harvests and fresh salads. It matures rapidly, making it an excellent choice for successional sowing and continuous cropping throughout spring and summer.

How to Grow

• Sow direct outdoors: March – September in finely prepared soil.

• Sow thinly in rows, 1 cm deep, leaving 10 cm between rows.

• Thin seedlings to 2–3 cm apart.

• Water regularly to avoid woody or split roots.

Key Features

• Fast-maturing and easy to grow

• Round, bright red roots with crisp white flesh

• Mild, refreshing flavor

• Suitable for successional sowing

• Perfect for beginner gardeners

Ideal For

• Fresh salads and snacks

• Quick harvests in spring and summer

• Container growing or open ground

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – September

• Harvest: April – October (as little as 3–4 weeks after sowing)

Quick Tip

Sow little and often for a steady supply of tender radishes all season.

Horned Pansy 'Arkwright Ruby' Seeds (Viola cornuta)

Add a touch of elegance to your garden with Horned Pansy 'Arkwright Ruby'. This charming perennial produces velvety deep ruby-red blooms with golden centers, creating a striking contrast. Compact and free-flowering, it’s ideal for borders, rockeries, containers, and bedding.

What Makes It Special

• Rich ruby-red flowers with glowing yellow eyes

• Long flowering season from spring into autumn

• Hardy, compact, and easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta

• Hardy perennial, often grown as biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Spread: 20 cm

• Blooms: April–October

Ideal For

• Bedding and containers

• Rock gardens and edging

• Pollinator-friendly displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April or September–October

• Cover seeds lightly; germination takes 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings to sunny or part-shade positions

• Flowers the following spring if autumn sown

Cucurbita pepo ‘Early Summer Crookneck’ – Classic Early Summer Squash with Tender Yellow Fruits

‘Early Summer Crookneck’ is a traditional summer squash variety valued for its bright yellow fruits with a distinctive curved neck and smooth to lightly textured skin. Harvested young, the squash has tender, mild-flavoured flesh, ideal for sautéing, grilling, roasting and stuffing. This variety is early to mature, highly productive, and dependable in warm conditions, making it a staple for home gardens and allotments.

Key Features

● Early-maturing summer squash variety

● Bright yellow fruits with characteristic curved neck

● Best harvested young for tender texture

● High-yielding and reliable producer

● Excellent for a wide range of culinary uses

How to Sow & Grow Squash ‘Early Summer Crookneck’ (UK)

Sow indoors: IV (April)

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost

Direct outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once soil is warm

Harvest: VI–IX (June–September)

Life cycle: Annual

Germination temperature: 18–24 °C (64–75 °F)

Average germ time: 7–10 days

Depth: 2–3 cm (1 in)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Regular watering, especially during fruiting

Environment: Full sun

Soil type: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter

Plant spacing: 80–100 cm (2.5–3 ft)

Growth habit: Bush type

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Harvest fruits at 10–15 cm (4–6 in) for best flavour.

● Pick regularly to encourage continuous production.

● Avoid letting fruits grow oversized, which reduces quality.

● Feed and water consistently during peak growth.

● Bush habit makes plants easy to manage in smaller spaces.

Special Features

● Classic heirloom summer squash

● Fast-growing with extended harvest period

● Ideal for fresh summer cooking

Cucumber Gherkin F1 'Santana' – Seeds (Cucumis sativus)

The Cucumber Gherkin F1 'Santana' is a high-performing hybrid variety that produces uniform, dark green, small cucumbers perfect for pickling or fresh consumption. Known for its compact growth and consistent yields, 'Santana' delivers crisp, tender, and flavorful fruits that retain their quality even during storage.

Ideal for home gardeners and commercial growers alike, this variety thrives in both open fields and protected environments like greenhouses. Its vigorous growth and disease resistance make it a reliable choice for a productive season.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – March for early harvest

• Sow outdoors: April – May after last frost

• Plant spacing: 30–40 cm between plants, 100 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost

• Care: Provide support if needed; consistent watering ensures crisp fruits

Key Features

• High-yielding F1 hybrid gherkin

• Uniform, dark green, small cucumbers ideal for pickling

• Crisp, tender, and flavorful fruits

• Vigorous, disease-resistant plants

• Suitable for open field or greenhouse cultivation

Harvest

• Harvesting period: 50–60 days after sowing

• Pick cucumbers regularly to encourage continuous fruiting.

Short Tip

For the best pickling cucumbers, harvest when fruits are 7–10 cm long – small and tender with optimal flavor.