Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Honeywort – Seeds (Cerinthe major)

Honeywort (Cerinthe major) is an eye-catching annual with striking blue-purple tubular flowers and silvery-green foliage. Loved by bees and other pollinators, it adds unique texture and color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower mixes. Fast-growing and low-maintenance, it thrives in sunny, well-drained spots.

Why Grow "Honeywort"

• Striking blue-purple tubular flowers

• Silvery-green, ornamental foliage

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Cerinthe major)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower mixes, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage and naturalistic borders

• Adding height and color contrast

• Wildflower plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Hare’s Ear Seeds (Bupleurum rotundifolium ‘Griffithii’)

Add unique texture and vibrant color to your garden with Hare’s Ear (Bupleurum rotundifolium ‘Griffithii’). This annual produces clusters of bright green, airy umbels above fine foliage, creating a striking contrast in borders, cutting gardens, and wildflower meadows. Hardy and easy to grow, it attracts pollinators and adds architectural interest to your garden.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart once established.

• Cut flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming.

Key Features

• Airy green umbels for a unique garden texture

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Excellent for borders, cutting gardens, and meadows

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Architectural foliage adds interest to plantings

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Wildflower-style meadows and naturalized areas

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For a longer display, sow in successive batches every 2–3 weeks during spring.

Golden Yellow Lupine Seeds (Lupinus luteus)

Golden Yellow Lupine produces tall, striking spires of bright yellow pea-like flowers above lush green foliage. Hardy and fast-growing, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows. Loved by bees and other pollinators, it also fixes nitrogen in the soil, improving garden fertility naturally.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant yellow flower spikes for dramatic garden color

• Hardy, easy-to-grow perennial that attracts pollinators

• Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lupinus luteus

• Hardy annual or short-lived perennial

• Height: 80–120 cm (32–48 in)

• Bloom time: Early to mid-summer

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens, perennial borders, and wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Adding vertical interest and vibrant yellow color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Mar–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Nick or scarify seeds and soak overnight for faster germination

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–30 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second year

Goldball seeds (Tanacetum parthenium)

Bring a cheerful burst of sunshine to your garden with Goldball, a striking variety of feverfew. This variety produces masses of perfectly rounded, button-like golden yellow blooms that stand out beautifully against lush green foliage. Compact and easy to grow, it’s ideal for beds, borders, or cutting gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Unique globe-shaped golden blooms

• Long-lasting flowers that brighten the garden

• Loved by pollinators and great for cut arrangements

Key Features

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Hardy annual

• Long flowering season

• Easy to grow, low-maintenance

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Fresh cut flowers and dried arrangements

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or direct outdoors Apr–Jun

• Scatter seeds on the surface of fine soil – do not cover deeply

• Keep moist; germinates in 10–20 days

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

Godetia Brilliant Red – Bold, Vibrant Blooms

Godetia Brilliant Red produces striking, large red flowers on compact, bushy plants. Perfect for adding dramatic color to garden beds, borders, and containers, these annuals make a stunning display.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant red, showy blooms

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Adds bold color and elegance to any garden

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Low-maintenance and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden beds and borders

• Containers and patio planters

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly 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

Godetia ‘Sybil Sherwood’ – Elegant Pink Blooms

Godetia ‘Sybil Sherwood’ produces large, soft pink flowers with a delicate, graceful appearance. Compact and easy-to-grow, these annuals bring charm and elegance to garden beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Soft, showy pink blooms

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Perfect for adding elegance and color to gardens

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Low-maintenance and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden beds and borders

• Containers and patio planters

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly 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

Godetia ‘Orange Glory’ – Vibrant Orange Blooms

Godetia ‘Orange Glory’ produces large, vivid orange flowers on compact, bushy plants. These easy-to-grow annuals add cheerful color to garden beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, showy orange blooms

• Long-flowering and low-maintenance

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Perfect for vibrant garden displays

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Hardy and easy to grow

Ideal For

• Garden beds and borders

• Containers and patio planters

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly 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

Godetia ‘Monarch’ Mix – Vibrant, Showy Blooms

Godetia ‘Monarch’ Mix produces vibrant, large flowers in a mix of striking colors. These elegant, easy-to-grow annuals add bold, eye-catching beauty to garden beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Large, vibrant, showy blooms

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Ideal for adding color to beds and borders

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Low-maintenance and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden borders and flower beds

• Containers and patio planters

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly 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

Godetia ‘Duchess of Albany’ – Stunning Deep Pink Blooms

Godetia ‘Duchess of Albany’ produces large, vibrant deep pink flowers on compact, bushy plants. Perfect for adding elegance and a pop of color to garden beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bold, deep pink flowers

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Adds elegance and charm to any garden

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from late spring to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Low-maintenance and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden beds and borders

• Containers and patio planters

• Cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly 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