Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Dahlia ‘Pompon’ Mixed – Perfectly Round Blooms in a Rainbow of Colors

Dahlia ‘Pompon’ Mixed produces charming, globe-shaped flowers in a vibrant range of colors, each bloom showcasing tightly packed petals in perfect symmetry. These stunning flowers add elegance and texture to borders, beds, and cutting gardens, flowering from mid-summer right up to the first frost. With their long, strong stems, they’re ideal for bouquets and floral arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Unique, perfectly round pompon blooms

• Wide mix of bright, eye-catching colors

• Long flowering season for continuous beauty

• Excellent vase life for cut flowers

• Adds elegance and structure to garden displays

Key Features

• Height: 90–120 cm – tall, sturdy plants

• Half-hardy annual – blooms in first season

• Globe-shaped flowers, 5–7 cm across

• Strong stems perfect for cutting

• Attractive to pollinators

Ideal For

• Flower beds and cutting gardens

• Borders needing height and color

• Summer bouquets and floral arrangements

• Late-season garden interest

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Cover lightly with fine compost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Cornflower ‘Blue Diadem’ Seeds (Centaurea cyanus)

Add classic cottage garden charm with Cornflower ‘Blue Diadem’ (Centaurea cyanus). This annual produces striking deep blue, fringed flowers that bring vibrant color to borders, meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and creates a timeless, eye-catching display.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring or autumn.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering and maintain plant vigor.

Key Features

• Striking deep blue, fringed flowers

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Classic cottage garden appeal

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Meadow-style plantings and naturalized areas

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Spring or autumn directly outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks in spring to extend the flowering season.

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' is a stunning compact variety that produces vibrant, dark red, fully double blooms with a rich, velvety texture. Its bushy habit and long flowering season make it ideal for borders, containers, and mixed flower beds. This eye-catching variety is also a favorite for cut flowers, adding dramatic color to bouquets and arrangements.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Containers and pots

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms

Poppy Peony ‘Drama Queen’ Seeds (Papaver paeoniflorum)

Make a bold statement in your garden with Poppy Peony ‘Drama Queen’ (Papaver paeoniflorum). This annual produces large, double, peony-like blooms in vivid red shades, adding drama and elegance to borders, beds, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s perfect for creating eye-catching displays and stunning bouquets.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or indoors 6–8 weeks earlier.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Scatter seeds thinly and press lightly onto the soil; do not cover deeply.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–20 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart once established.

• Cut flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Large, double, peony-like blooms in vivid red

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, beds, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Dramatic and eye-catching garden display

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Containers and patio planters

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 6–8 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Sow thinly, press lightly, do not cover deeply

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow successive batches every 2–3 weeks for a longer flowering season and continuous dramatic blooms.

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix – Seeds

(Cosmos sulphureus semidouble)

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix produces compact, bushy plants covered in a dazzling blend of orange, yellow, and red semi-double blooms. Unlike taller cosmos varieties, this dwarf mix stays low, creating a brilliant “carpet” of color perfect for borders, bedding, or pots. Easy to grow and tolerant of poor soil, heat, and drought, it flowers all summer long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding displays & borders

• Pots and containers

• Edging paths

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, germinate at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Transplant or thin to 25–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to extend blooming

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix – Compact, Colorful Summer Blooms

Dwarf Dahlia ‘Unwin’s’ Mix produces a vibrant blend of semi-double and double blooms in bold reds, pinks, yellows, purples, and whites. With its compact, bushy growth, this variety is perfect for borders, containers, and bedding displays. Flowering from mid-summer until frost, it offers continuous color and is excellent for cut flowers despite its shorter stems.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, diverse color mix for eye-catching displays

• Blooms continuously from mid-summer to frost

• Compact habit – ideal for smaller spaces

• Excellent for cutting and garden decoration

• Easy to grow from seed

Key Features

• Height: 45–60 cm – compact, bushy habit

• Half-hardy annual – flowers in first season from seed

• Semi-double and double blooms in mixed shades

• Long-lasting blooms and great vase life

• Suitable for borders, pots, and bedding

Ideal For

• Bedding schemes and summer borders

• Patio containers and pots

• Small gardens and compact spaces

• Continuous summer-to-autumn color

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Cover lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Bishop’s Flower ‘Queen Anne’s Lace’ Seeds (Ammi majus)

Add delicate elegance to your garden with Bishop’s Flower ‘Queen Anne’s Lace’ (Ammi majus). This annual produces airy, lacy white umbels on tall, graceful stems, perfect for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds a classic cottage garden charm.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring or indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

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

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

• Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Cut flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Airy, lacy white umbels on tall stems

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Classic cottage garden appeal

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Meadow-style plantings and naturalized areas

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 4–6 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 14–21 days

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

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For a longer flowering season, sow in successive batches every 2–3 weeks.

Sweet Pea 'Ripple' Mixed – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea 'Ripple' Mixed is a delightful climbing annual featuring a mix of soft pastel blooms in pinks, creams, and lavenders with a sweet, intoxicating fragrance. Its long, sturdy stems are ideal for cutting, while its vigorous climbing habit makes it perfect for trellises, fences, and arches. A must-have for adding vertical interest, colour, and scent to summer gardens.

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

Paper Daisy Everlasting Giant-Flowered Mixture Seeds

The Paper Daisy Everlasting produces large, vibrant, daisy-like blooms that retain their color and shape when dried. This easy-to-grow annual is perfect for fresh-cut arrangements, dried flower crafts, or adding bold, long-lasting color to garden beds and borders. Its mounding habit and sturdy stems make it a versatile addition to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Large, colorful daisy-like blooms with excellent longevity

• Flowers dry naturally, perfect for everlasting arrangements

• Easy-to-grow, hardy, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies while adding bold color to borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helichrysum / Xerochrysum bracteatum

• Variety: Giant-flowered mixture

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 25–35 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Fresh-cut or dried flower arrangements

• Borders, beds, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Container displays and floral crafts

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly; do not cover too deeply

   • Keep at 18–22°C; germination occurs in 10–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough; plant outside after frost

4. Care: Water regularly and remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming