Ground Cover Seeds

Roman Chamomile – Seeds

(Anthemis nobilis)

Roman Chamomile is a low-growing perennial herb with delicate, daisy-like white flowers and a sweet apple-like fragrance. Perfect for borders, rockeries, and herb gardens, it is valued for its calming and medicinal properties. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it also attracts pollinators, making it a versatile and attractive addition to any garden.

Why Grow Roman Chamomile?

• Delicate white daisy-like flowers with a sweet fragrance

• Calming and medicinal herb

• Low-growing, spreading perennial

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Flowers: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Herb gardens and medicinal plantings

• Borders, rockeries, and groundcover

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance fragrant displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Moderate watering; trim after flowering to maintain shape

Rock Cress Hendersonii Lilac Seeds (Aubrieta hybrida) – 400 Seeds

Create a vibrant spring display with Rock Cress Hendersonii Lilac (Aubrieta hybrida). This hardy perennial forms dense mats of evergreen foliage adorned with masses of lilac-purple flowers, perfect for rock gardens, borders, and walls. Low-maintenance and spreading, it’s ideal for adding early-season color and attracting pollinators to your garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in late winter or directly outdoors in spring.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Scatter seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly; do not cover.

• Keep soil moist until germination (14–21 days).

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart once established.

• Allow plants to form a dense mat; trim lightly after flowering if desired.

Key Features

• Masses of lilac-purple blooms over dense evergreen foliage

• Hardy perennial, returning year after year

• Thrives in sunny, well-drained locations

• Ideal for rock gardens, borders, walls, and edging

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and sunny borders

• Garden walls, raised beds, and edging

• Groundcover in sunny, well-drained areas

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Late winter indoors or early spring outdoors

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Sow thinly on soil surface, press lightly, do not cover

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Let plants spread naturally to form a dense, flowering mat; light trimming after flowering promotes fresh growth and keeps the display neat.

Moss Rose Longbloom Double Mix – 2,000 Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora)

Moss Rose Longbloom Double Mix (Portulaca grandiflora) is a vibrant annual producing abundant double blooms in a rainbow of colors, including pink, red, yellow, orange, and white. Its low-growing, spreading habit makes it ideal for rockeries, borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. Fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators while adding continuous summer color.

Why Grow "Longbloom Double Mix"

• Profusion of double blooms in bright mixed colors

• Low-growing, spreading habit ideal for ground cover

• Long flowering period from summer to autumn

• Drought-tolerant and easy to maintain

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Portulaca grandiflora)

• Height: 10–20 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Rockeries, borders, containers, ground cover, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Sunny borders and garden beds

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in seed trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead occasionally to prolong flowering

Asperula ‘Blue Woodruff’ Seeds (Asperula orientalis)

Asperula ‘Blue Woodruff’ is a charming perennial with delicate star-shaped blue flowers that bloom in late spring. Its low-growing, mat-forming habit makes it perfect for borders, rock gardens, and underplanting. Hardy and easy to grow, it thrives in sunny to partially shaded spots and attracts pollinators for a lively spring display.

What Makes It Special

• Star-shaped, sky-blue flowers in late spring

• Low-growing, mat-forming habit ideal for groundcover

• Hardy, long-lasting, and pollinator-friendly

Key Features

• Botanical name: Asperula orientalis

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and borders

• Groundcover and underplanting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Space seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

Alyssum 'New Carpet of Snow' Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Alyssum 'New Carpet of Snow' is a classic, compact annual producing a dense carpet of pure white, honey-scented blooms. Its neat, spreading growth makes it one of the most popular edging plants, creating a bright and fragrant border along paths, beds, and rock gardens. The flowers attract bees and other pollinators, making it both beautiful and beneficial in the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Pure white, sweetly scented flowers

• Compact and neat, perfect for edging and ground cover

• Long-flowering from spring through autumn

• Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lobularia maritima

• Variety: 'New Carpet of Snow'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun to partial shade; thrives in well-drained soil

• Flowering period: May–September

Ideal For

• Edging borders and pathways

• Rock gardens and gravel beds

• Window boxes, planters, and hanging baskets

• Pollinator-friendly and low-maintenance gardens

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the soil surface and press gently down (do not cover, needs light to germinate)

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

3. Transplanting: Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart when large enough to handle

4. Care: Keep soil moist but well-drained; deadhead to prolong flowering.

Swan River Daisy Mixed – Clouds of Colorful, Dainty Blooms

Swan River Daisy Mixed produces masses of small, daisy-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white over fine, feathery foliage. Native to Australia, this easy-to-grow annual brings a soft, airy texture and vibrant color to garden beds, borders, and hanging baskets. A prolific bloomer from summer to autumn, it thrives in sunny spots and is perfect for low-maintenance displays.

What Makes It Special

• Abundant, delicate blooms in a rainbow of pastel shades

• Adds a light, airy look to gardens and containers

• Long flowering season with minimal care

• Tolerates heat and dry conditions once established

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Height: 20–30 cm – compact, spreading habit

• Excellent for ground cover or edging

• Hardy annual – fast to flower from seed

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Perfect for mass planting

Ideal For

• Borders, edging, and pathways

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

Sowing

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

• Lightly press seeds into soil; do not cover deeply

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Rock Cress Red – 300 Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum)

Rock Cress Red (Aubrieta cultorum) is a low-growing perennial with vibrant red flowers that form a dense, carpet-like display. Ideal for rockeries, walls, and borders, it blooms in early spring, adding an eye-catching splash of color to gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it attracts pollinators and thrives in sunny, well-drained spots.

Why Grow "Rock Cress Red"

• Bright red flowers forming a dense, trailing carpet

• Early spring blooms for early garden color

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Aubrieta cultorum)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: March–May

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rockeries, walls, borders, ground cover

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly garden spaces

• Ground cover for sunny spots

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Prune lightly after flowering to encourage compact growth

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum hybrida)

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' is a low-growing perennial that creates a carpet of vibrant spring color. Its trailing habit and masses of purple, pink, red, and violet blooms spill beautifully over walls, borders, and rock gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it’s a spring favorite for adding rich groundcover.

What Makes It Special

• Produces a cascade of bright spring flowers

• Excellent for rockeries, walls, and edging

• Hardy and long-lasting groundcover

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aubrieta cultorum hybrida

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Bloom time: Spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and slopes

• Edging and groundcover

• Walls, containers, and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

Moss Rose Single – Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora)

The Moss Rose Single is a low-growing, sun-loving annual with bright, silky flowers in vivid shades of pink, red, yellow, orange, and white. With its succulent foliage and drought tolerance, it thrives in poor soils and hot conditions, making it perfect for rock gardens, containers, and ground cover.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliantly colored single blooms with a silky texture

• Excellent tolerance to heat and drought

• Low-maintenance, thrives in poor soil conditions

• Perfect choice for hot, sunny garden spots

Key Features

• Botanical name: Portulaca grandiflora

• Variety: Moss Rose Single

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, spreading to 30 cm

• Position: Full sun; sandy or well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Summer to early autumn

Ideal For

• Rock gardens

• Hanging baskets and containers

• Edging along borders

• Ground cover in hot, dry areas

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or April–June outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Scatter seeds on the soil surface (light aids germination)

   • Press gently, do not cover deeply

   • Germination: 10–14 days

3. After germination:

   • Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

   • Water sparingly—plants prefer dry conditions