Exotic Plant Seeds

Sensitive Plant – Seeds (Mimosa pudica)

The Sensitive Plant (Mimosa pudica) is a fascinating tropical species known for its unique response to touch—its fern-like leaves fold instantly when disturbed. A fast-growing annual houseplant, it also produces delicate pink, fluffy, ball-shaped flowers. Perfect as a curiosity plant for children and adults alike, it thrives in pots indoors or on sunny patios in summer.

Why Grow "Sensitive Plant"

• Leaves fold instantly when touched

• Produces charming pink puffball flowers

• Fun and educational for children

• Easy to grow indoors or outdoors in summer

Key Features

• Type: Tender annual (Mimosa pudica)

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Flowering: Summer (pink spherical blooms)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Indoor pots, patios, novelty plant

Ideal For

• Houseplant collections

• Kids’ educational gardening

• Patios and summer containers

• Novelty and conversation piece

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, surface sow and cover lightly

• Germination: 14–21 days at 20–25°C

• Transplant seedlings into pots when large enough

• Water regularly, avoid waterlogging

• Grow as an annual or overwinter in warm conditions

Banana Passionfruit Seeds (Passiflora mollissima)

Banana Passionfruit is a vigorous, fast-growing perennial vine with exotic, banana-shaped fruits and striking passionflower blooms. Ideal for trellises, pergolas, and garden screens, it thrives in sunny, well-drained locations. Hardy and ornamental, it attracts pollinators while producing unique, edible fruits.

What Makes It Special

• Exotic banana-shaped fruits with sweet, aromatic pulp

• Striking passionflower blooms

• Vigorous, fast-growing, and pollinator-friendly

Key Features

• Botanical name: Passiflora mollissima

• Perennial vine

• Height: 3–6 m spread

• Bloom time: Summer to autumn

• Fruit: Edible, banana-shaped, aromatic

Ideal For

• Trellises, pergolas, and garden screens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Fruit gardens and ornamental vines

Sowing

• Sow indoors year-round in a warm environment

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 3–6 weeks at 20–25°C

• Space seedlings 1–2 m apart

• Fruits and flowers develop 1–2 years after sowing

Passion Flower Seeds (Passiflora caerulea)

Exotic and captivating, Passion Flower produces intricate star-shaped blooms with white petals and striking blue-purple filaments. A vigorous climber, it brings drama and elegance to walls, trellises, and fences. Hardy in mild climates and excellent for attracting pollinators, this unique plant also bears ornamental fruit after flowering.

What Makes It Special

• Exotic, intricate blue-white flowers

• Vigorous climber for vertical spaces

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Passiflora caerulea

• Hardy perennial climber

• Height: 3–6 m (10–20 ft) with support

• Bloom time: Summer to early autumn

Ideal For

• Covering trellises, walls, and fences

• Conservatories and greenhouse cultivation

• Pollinator-friendly and ornamental gardens

Sowing

• Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr at 20–25°C

• Germination: 3–8 weeks (sometimes longer)

• Transplant seedlings to pots, then outdoors after frost

• Flowers from the second or third year

Cockscomb Flower Mix – Bold, Velvety, and Unforgettable

Cockscomb Flower Mix produces striking, velvety blooms in vibrant shades of red, yellow, pink, and orange. The unique crested flower heads resemble coral or a rooster’s comb, making them a standout in any border, bed, or bouquet. Long-lasting both in the garden and as cut or dried flowers.

What Makes It Special

• Unique crested blooms with velvety texture

• Vibrant mix of bold summer colors

• Excellent for fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Long flowering season until frost

• Thrives in sunny, warm conditions

Key Features

• Height: 30–40 cm – perfect for mid-border planting

• Unusual texture adds interest to displays

• Heat- and drought-tolerant once established

• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

• Low-maintenance and highly ornamental

Ideal For

• Bold summer borders and bedding

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Dried flower arrangements and crafts

• Adding exotic flair to cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Plant seeds on the surface and lightly press into soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 21–24°C

• Space plants 25–30 cm apart

• Requires full sun for best blooms

Hyacinth Bean – Seeds

(Dolichos lablab)

Hyacinth Bean is a fast-growing climber that brings striking ornamental value with its purple-tinged stems, lush foliage, and clusters of lilac-purple flowers followed by eye-catching, glossy pods. Perfect for creating quick vertical coverage, it adds vibrant color and an exotic touch to fences, arches, or trellises throughout summer.

Key Features

• Type: Tender annual climber

• Height: 200–300 cm

• Spread: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Trellises and arches

• Vertical screens and fences

• Exotic-themed gardens

• Attracting bees and butterflies

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Harden off and plant out after frost, spacing 30–45 cm

• Provide sturdy support for climbing

Sweet Melon 'Ananas' – Seeds (Cucumis melo)

The Sweet Melon 'Ananas' is a highly aromatic variety, well known for its sweet, juicy flesh with a tropical fragrance reminiscent of pineapple. The oval fruits have a golden-yellow skin with light netting and can reach up to 1.5–2 kg in weight. Their refreshing, honeyed flavour makes them ideal for summer desserts, fruit salads, smoothies, or simply eaten fresh.

A heat-loving crop, this melon thrives in sunny, sheltered conditions and can be grown in a greenhouse, polytunnel, or outdoors during a warm summer.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: March – April, 1 cm deep in pots at 20–25°C

• Transplant outdoors/greenhouse: May – June, after the last frost

• Spacing: 60–100 cm apart

• Position: Full sun, warm and sheltered

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter

• Care: Train vines, remove side shoots, and feed with a high-potash fertiliser once fruit sets

Key Features

• Aromatic, sweet flesh with a pineapple-like fragrance

• Oval golden-yellow fruits, up to 2 kg

• Excellent for fresh eating and summer desserts

• Reliable performer in greenhouse, polytunnel, or outdoors in warm summers

• Heavy-yielding under the right conditions

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: March – April

• Harvest: July – September

Flowering Maple Mix – Seeds (Abutilon hybridum ‘Bellevue’)

Flowering Maple ‘Bellevue Mix’ (Abutilon hybridum) is a stunning half-hardy perennial known for its maple-like foliage and graceful, lantern-shaped blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink. Perfect for containers, conservatories, or sheltered borders, it flowers over a long season and attracts pollinators with its nectar-rich blossoms.

Why Grow "Bellevue Mix"

• Exotic, lantern-shaped flowers in rich colors

• Maple-like foliage for added interest

• Long flowering season

• Pollinator-friendly and versatile

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy perennial (Abutilon hybridum)

• Height: 90–150 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun or light shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, conservatories, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Conservatories and patios

• Containers and sheltered spots

• Exotic or tropical-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 20–30 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant to 45 cm spacing after frost

• Prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular watering

• Can be overwintered indoors in frost-free conditions

Coffee Plant – Seeds (Coffea arabica nana)

The dwarf Coffee Plant (Coffea arabica nana) is an attractive, compact houseplant with glossy green leaves and elegant white, fragrant flowers that later produce red berries. While grown mainly as an ornamental, it can also yield small quantities of home-grown coffee beans. Perfect for containers, conservatories, or bright indoor spaces.

Why Grow "Coffee Plant"

• Compact dwarf variety, ideal for pots

• Glossy foliage and fragrant white flowers

• Produces decorative red berries

• Easy to grow indoors as a houseplant

Key Features

• Type: Tender perennial shrub (Coffea arabica nana)

• Height: 60–120 cm (in pots)

• Flowering: Summer indoors or in warm conditions

• Position: Bright, indirect light

• Uses: Indoor plant, conservatory, decorative foliage

Ideal For

• Indoor and container growing

• Conservatories and greenhouses

• Exotic plant lovers

• Gift plants and decorative displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Year-round in warm conditions

• Germination: 30–60 days at 22–25°C

• Use light, free-draining compost

• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged

• Transplant into pots as plants grow

Morning Glory ‘Ruffle Red’ – 5 Seeds

(Ipomoea imperialis)

The Morning Glory ‘Ruffle Red’ is a stunning and unusual climber with rich, velvety red blooms and beautifully ruffled, frilled petals. This variety combines the classic vigour of Morning Glories with a more exotic flower form, making it a real highlight in the garden. Its lush heart-shaped foliage and continuous summer display make it ideal for covering fences, arches, pergolas, and trellises.

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber

• Height: 2–3 m

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun / partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Adding a dramatic splash of red to vertical spaces

• Fences, arches, trellises, and pergolas

• Large containers with supports

• Cottage gardens and exotic planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: May–June, after the last frost

• Pre-treatment: Nick or soak seeds 12–24 hours before sowing

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Plant spacing: 30–40 cm

• Provide strong support for climbing stems

• Deadhead to prolong flowering