Ground Cover Seeds

Moss Rose Extra Double Mix Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora)

Moss Rose Extra Double Mix (Portulaca grandiflora) is a vibrant annual producing a profusion of double, colorful blooms in shades of pink, red, yellow, orange, and white. Its low-growing, spreading habit makes it perfect for rockeries, borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, it attracts pollinators while brightening up any garden with long-lasting summer color.

Why Grow "Extra Double Mix"

• Abundant double blooms in vibrant mixed colors

• Low-growing, spreading habit ideal for ground cover

• Long flowering period from summer to autumn

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies

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 displays

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance and 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

Livingstone Daisy Mixed – Seeds (Dorotheanthus bellidiformis)

The Livingstone Daisy Mixed is a dazzling carpet-forming annual that produces masses of daisy-like blooms in vibrant shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. The flowers open wide in full sunlight, creating a striking display over their low-growing, succulent foliage. Perfect for hot, dry, sunny spots, this cheerful mix brightens up any summer garden with its jewel-like colors.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant mix of jewel-toned daisy flowers

• Thrives in poor, dry soils and full sun

• Excellent ground cover for summer displays

• Compact, trailing habit ideal for edging and containers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dorotheanthus bellidiformis

• Common name: Livingstone Daisy / Ice Plant

• Variety: Mixed colors

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, spreading up to 20 cm

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Summer (June–September)

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Rockeries and gravel gardens

• Containers and window boxes

• Drought-tolerant displays in sunny spots

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors, or May outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of fine, moist compost; do not cover (light aids germination)

   • Keep at 18–20°C; germination in 10–21 days

3. After germination:

   • Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle

   • Harden off and plant outdoors 10–15 cm apart in sunny, free-draining soil

Alyssum 'Magic Circles' Mix Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Alyssum 'Magic Circles' is a delightful, compact, and spreading annual that produces masses of tiny, fragrant blooms in a mix of white, pink, and purple shades. Its trailing, mounding habit makes it perfect for creating “living carpets” of color in borders, rock gardens, and containers. Loved by pollinators, it flowers continuously throughout summer.

What Makes It Special

• Fragrant groundcover that attracts bees and butterflies

• A colorful mix of pastel shades that creates a carpet-like effect

• Extremely easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Ideal for edging, rockeries, and hanging baskets

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lobularia maritima

• Variety: 'Magic Circles' mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun to light shade; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: May–September

Ideal For

• Edging paths and borders

• Rock gardens and gravel beds

• Hanging baskets, containers, and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the soil surface, do not cover (they need light to germinate)

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

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

4. Care: Water lightly and regularly; avoid waterlogging. Deadhead to encourage longer 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

Soapwort – Seeds (Saponaria ocymoides)

Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides), also known as Rock Soapwort or Tumbling Ted, is a low-growing perennial that forms a carpet of bright pink, starry flowers from late spring through summer. Perfect for rock gardens, walls, or as ground cover, it’s easy to grow and attracts pollinators. Hardy and reliable, it’s ideal for creating long-lasting splashes of color in sunny spots.

Why Grow "Soapwort"

• Masses of bright pink, star-shaped flowers

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Spreading habit makes excellent ground cover

• Loved by bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Saponaria ocymoides)

• Height: 10–15 cm, spreading habit

• Flowering: May–July

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Rock gardens, walls, ground cover, borders

Ideal For

• Rockeries and stone walls

• Low-maintenance ground cover

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edging for sunny borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October

• Sow direct in prepared soil, lightly cover

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in sunny positions

Rock Cress ‘Cascade Blue’ – Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum)

Rock Cress ‘Cascade Blue’ (Aubrieta cultorum) is a hardy, low-growing perennial renowned for its vibrant blue-purple flowers that carpet the garden in spring. Ideal for rockeries, walls, borders, and cascading over edges, this compact plant forms a dense mat of foliage with long-lasting blooms. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it provides early-season color and attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Why Grow "Cascade Blue"

• Stunning blue-purple blooms in early spring

• Forms a dense, trailing mat perfect for rockeries and edges

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant

• Attracts pollinators to your garden

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Aubrieta cultorum)

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Flowering: Early to mid-spring

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rock gardens, borders, walls, cascading over edges, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Rockeries and alpine gardens

• Border edging and ground cover

• Walls, steps, and raised beds

• Pollinator-friendly spring displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–March in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 15–20 cm apart

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

🌿 Alchemilla mollis Lady’s Mantle – Hardy Perennial with Soft Green Foliage and Airy Lime Flowers

Lady’s Mantle (Alchemilla mollis) is a much-loved hardy perennial grown for its soft, velvety, fan-shaped leaves and delicate sprays of lime-green flowers that float above the foliage in late spring and early summer. The leaves beautifully catch dew and raindrops, adding ornamental interest even when not in bloom. Extremely reliable and easy to grow, this classic garden plant is ideal for borders, ground cover, edging, cottage gardens, and shaded areas.

Key Features

● Soft, pleated green leaves with decorative dew-catching effect
● Airy lime-green flowers from late spring to early summer
● Hardy, long-lived perennial with low maintenance needs
● Excellent ground cover and border edging plant
● Performs well in sun or partial shade

How to Sow & Grow Lady’s Mantle (UK)

Sow indoors: II–IV (February–April) in trays or pots
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once seedlings are established
Direct outdoors: IV–V (April–May)
Flowering: V–VII (May–July)
Germination temperature: 15–20 °C (59–68 °F)
Average germ time: 14–21 days
Depth: Surface sow — do not cover, but press gently into the soil (requires light to germinate)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil type: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
Plant spacing: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)
Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh foliage.
● Tolerates shade better than many perennials.
● Can self-seed gently if flowers are left in place.
● Excellent companion plant for roses and perennials.
● Ideal for naturalistic and cottage-style gardens.

Special Features

● Decorative foliage attractive throughout the season
● Hardy and reliable in a wide range of conditions
● Beautiful fresh or dried flowers for arrangements

Dwarf Phlox Twinkle Star Mixed – Charming Mini Blooms

Dwarf Phlox Twinkle Star produces a carpet of tiny, star-shaped flowers in a delightful mix of colors. Compact and hardy, these low-growing annuals are perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Tiny, star-shaped blooms in a vibrant color mix

• Low-growing and compact

• Long-lasting flowers

• Ideal for adding color to small spaces

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 15–20 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to summer

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Drought-tolerant once established

Ideal For

• Garden borders and edges

• Rock gardens and pathways

• Containers and window boxes

• Colorful ground cover

Sowing

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

• Plant seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space 15–20 cm apart

• Water moderately and provide full sun to partial shade

Blue Fescue Grass Seeds (Festuca glauca)

Blue Fescue is a compact, clump-forming ornamental grass prized for its striking silvery-blue foliage and neat rounded habit. It provides year-round interest and a beautiful contrast to flowering plants, rock gardens, or modern landscapes. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this grass is a top choice for adding texture and color to gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Stunning steel-blue foliage that keeps its color year-round

• Compact, tufted shape – perfect for edging or groundcover

• Extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established

• Low-maintenance and versatile in garden design

Key Features

• Botanical name: Festuca glauca

• Common name: Blue Fescue

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil (thrives in poor, dry soils)

• Flowering period: Summer (produces delicate flower spikes)

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine displays

• Borders and edging along paths

• Containers and modern minimalist gardens

• Drought-tolerant or low-maintenance landscapes

• Adding color contrast to mixed plantings

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist, well-draining compost

   • Press seeds lightly into the soil, do not cover deeply (light aids germination)

   • Keep at 15–20°C; germination in 14–28 days

3. Transplant: When seedlings are large enough, prick out and grow in pots before planting out

4. Planting out: Choose a sunny spot with free-draining soil; avoid overly wet conditions

5. Care: Minimal maintenance required. Cut back old leaves in early spring to encourage fresh growth.