Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Rudbeckia ‘Green Eyes’ Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia ‘Green Eyes’ is a hardy annual with striking golden-yellow daisy-like flowers and a distinctive green central cone. Blooming from midsummer to autumn, it adds vibrant color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. Easy to grow, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly, it’s perfect for low-maintenance, sunny gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Golden-yellow petals with unique green centers

• Long-lasting blooms that attract bees and butterflies

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Annual

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Bloom time: Midsummer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Sunny, well-drained areas

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine' Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring warm autumn tones to your garden with Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine'. This hardy annual produces daisy-like blooms in rich golden-yellow shades with dark contrasting centers, perfect for creating a glowing late-summer display.

What Makes It Special

• Cheerful golden-yellow blooms with striking centers

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to first frost

• Hardy and low-maintenance—ideal for beginners

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Annual (sometimes short-lived perennial)

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Cut flowers and late-season color

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–21°C

• Lightly cover seeds; germination in 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost in a sunny spot

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

Queen Anne’s Thimbles – Delicate Blue Blooms

Queen Anne’s Thimbles produces charming, compact clusters of pale blue flowers with a sweet, airy appearance. Perfect for borders, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly spaces, these hardy annuals bring a touch of elegance to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Delicate, pale blue clustered flowers

• Compact and airy growth habit

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 20–40 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to summer

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Drought-tolerant and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden borders and edges

• Wildflower and meadow-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors after last frost

• Plant seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space 20–25 cm apart

• Water moderately and provide full sun

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘White Silverbride’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A striking pansy variety, Swiss Giant ‘White Silverbride’ produces large pure-white flowers highlighted with a contrasting dark blotch at the center. Hardy and reliable, it brings elegant color to spring and autumn gardens in borders, beds, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Crisp white blooms with a bold dark face

• Large flowers on compact, sturdy plants

• Excellent cool-season performance and long bloom time

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Borders and garden beds

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Elegant spring and autumn displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover with soil, keep moist until germination

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Zinnia 'Persian Carpet' Mixed – Seeds

(Zinnia haageana)

Zinnia 'Persian Carpet' is a dazzling mix of small, double and semi-double blooms in rich tapestry shades of gold, burgundy, cream, and mahogany, often with striking bicolor patterns. Compact and floriferous, these zinnias provide months of vibrant color and thrive in sunny spots with minimal care.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Bedding displays

• Containers and pots

• Cutting gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June directly after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin or transplant to 25–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to extend flowering season

Virginian Stock Mix – Seeds

(Cheiranthus maritimus)

Virginian Stock Mix is a charming, fragrant annual that produces clusters of delicate, brightly coloured flowers in shades of pink, white, yellow, and red. Its long-lasting blooms and compact growth habit make it ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers. This easy-to-grow variety attracts pollinators, bringing life and colour to your summer garden.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Spread: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 15–20°C

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Thin or transplant to 20–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Wax Begonia Dwarf Mix – Seeds (Begonia semperflorens)

Wax Begonia Dwarf Mix is a compact, easy-to-grow annual that delivers masses of blooms in shades of red, pink, and white. With glossy green foliage and long-lasting flowers, it thrives in beds, borders, or containers. Heat- and drought-tolerant, it’s the perfect choice for effortless summer color.

Why Grow "Wax Begonia Dwarf Mix"

• Continuous blooms in vibrant shades

• Compact, low-maintenance growth

• Tolerant of heat and dry conditions

• Perfect for edging and containers

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Begonia semperflorens)

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Bedding, edging, patio pots, containers

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Low-maintenance summer planting

• Adding vibrant color to small spaces

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March (surface sow, do not cover)

• Germination: 14–21 days at 20–24°C

• Transplant seedlings to 20 cm spacing

• Harden off and plant outdoors after frost

• Pinch tips to encourage bushy growth

Corn Marigold ‘Eastern Star’ Seeds (Chrysanthemum segetum)

Corn Marigold ‘Eastern Star’ is an annual wildflower that lights up gardens with vibrant golden-yellow blooms. Blooming from late spring through summer, it adds a cheerful splash of color to borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it attracts pollinators and brings a natural, meadow-like charm.

What Makes It Special

• Bright golden-yellow blooms all summer

• Hardy, easy-to-grow annual

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Chrysanthemum segetum

• Annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows and naturalized areas

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Chinese Houses Seeds (Collinsia heterophylla)

The Chinese Houses is a charming annual wildflower, native to California, producing delicate whorls of purple and white, two-tone blossoms stacked like little pagodas. Its unique form and soft colors make it a lovely choice for borders, wildflower meadows, or naturalistic plantings. Easy to grow, it self-seeds readily and attracts bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive tiered flowers resembling miniature pagodas

• Native wildflower, easy to grow and care for

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Collinsia heterophylla

• Hardy annual

• Height: 30–50 cm (12–20 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Wildflower and meadow-style gardens

• Cottage and naturalistic borders

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors Mar–May or Aug–Sep for earlier blooms

• Lightly cover seeds with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in the same year