Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Four O’Clock Flower Mix – Colorful Evening Bloomers

The Four O’Clock Flower (Mirabilis jalapa) produces vibrant, fragrant blooms that open in the late afternoon, adding a splash of color to your garden when the sun starts to set. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this mix offers a variety of cheerful colors that attract pollinators and delight the senses.

What Makes It Special

• Blooms open in the late afternoon and evening

• Fragrant, colorful flowers

• Low-maintenance and easy to grow

• Attracts butterflies and pollinators

Key Features

• Hardy annual

• Grows 60–90 cm tall

• Flowers in summer and early autumn

• Thrives in full sun to partial shade

• Prefers well-drained soil

Ideal For

• Garden borders and beds

• Containers and patio planters

• Evening garden displays

• Attracting butterflies and pollinators

Sowing

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

• Plant seeds 1–2 cm deep

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20–25°C

• Space 30–40 cm apart

• Water regularly and ensure full sun to partial shade

Dwarf Stock ‘Brompton Winter’ – Seeds (Matthiola incana)

Dwarf Stock ‘Brompton Winter’ (Matthiola incana) is a charming annual producing fragrant, compact clusters of flowers in shades of pink, white, and lavender. Blooming from late autumn to early spring, it adds color and scent to borders, containers, and cottage gardens during the cooler months. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this variety attracts pollinators and is perfect for creating a cheerful winter or early spring display.

Why Grow "Brompton Winter"

• Fragrant, compact flower clusters in pink, white, and lavender

• Blooming season from late autumn to early spring

• Low-maintenance, hardy annual

• Pollinator-friendly and ideal for winter color

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Matthiola incana)

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: Late autumn to early spring

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, pollinator-friendly planting

Ideal For

• Adding winter and early spring color to borders and beds

• Container and window box planting

• Pollinator-friendly garden schemes

• Low-maintenance fragrant displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: August–October in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: September–November directly in soil (mild climates)

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

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

• Water moderately until established

Zinnia Dahliaflowered Red ‘Will Rogers’ Seeds (Zinnia elegans)

Add vibrant, long-lasting color to your garden with Zinnia Dahliaflowered Red ‘Will Rogers’ (Zinnia elegans). This striking annual produces large, dahlia-like red blooms that stand out in borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and exceptionally hardy, it provides a stunning display from summer to autumn and is perfect for cut flower arrangements.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors in early spring or directly outdoors after the last frost.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.

Key Features

• Large, dahlia-like red flowers that make a bold statement

• Long-flowering annual, blooming summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and maintain, suitable for beginners

• Excellent for fresh cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular deadheading prolongs flowering and keeps the plants looking vibrant throughout the season.

Tufted Poppy ‘Sundew’ Yellow – Golden Mini Blooms

Tufted Poppy ‘Sundew’ produces cheerful, bright yellow flowers on compact, tufted plants. Perfect for creating sunny borders, rock gardens, or naturalized areas, these hardy annuals add long-lasting color with minimal care.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, sunny yellow blooms

• Compact, tufted growth habit

• Long-flowering and low-maintenance

• Ideal for naturalized and rock gardens

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 15–25 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

• Rock gardens and pathways

• Wildflower and naturalized areas

• Containers and sunny patios

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors after last frost

• Plant seeds 0.3–0.5 cm deep

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space 15–20 cm apart

• Water moderately and provide full sun

Sweet Pea Dwarf Scarlet – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

The Sweet Pea Dwarf Scarlet is a compact variety with brilliant scarlet-red flowers that bring vibrant color and charm to the garden. Unlike climbing types, it has a bushy, self-supporting habit, making it perfect for borders, pots, and window boxes. Bright, bold, and easy to grow.

Why Grow Dwarf Scarlet?

• Compact, bushy habit – no support needed

• Striking scarlet-red blooms

• Ideal for small spaces and containers

• Long flowering season

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (dwarf variety)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, edging, pots, window boxes

Ideal For

• Bright container displays

• Small gardens and patios

• Adding bold color without trellises

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space plants 20 cm apart

• Pinch out tips for bushier growth

Pansy Swiss Giant Mix Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A vibrant blend of extra-large pansy blooms in a wide range of bold colors. Swiss Giant Mix is hardy, compact, and perfect for creating long-lasting displays in beds, borders, and containers from early spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Striking mix of colors, from soft pastels to deep, rich shades

• Extra-large flowers on sturdy, compact plants

• Long flowering season in cool weather

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Cool-season color and continuous displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Golden Yellow’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A radiant variety, Swiss Giant ‘Golden Yellow’ produces large, golden-yellow blooms with a striking dark blotch at the center. Hardy and dependable, this pansy brings a warm glow to spring and autumn displays in borders, beds, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bright golden-yellow blooms with bold centers

• Large, showy flowers on compact plants

• Reliable cool-season color with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Adding bright seasonal garden color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Morning Glory ‘Flying Saucers’ – Seeds (Ipomoea tricolor)

Morning Glory ‘Flying Saucers’ is a spectacular climbing annual, producing large sky-blue and white striped blooms that resemble swirling galaxies. Vigorous and fast-growing, it’s perfect for covering fences, trellises, and arches, creating a dazzling vertical display throughout summer.

Why Grow ‘Flying Saucers’?

• Striking blue and white striped blooms

• Large flowers, up to 12 cm across

• Vigorous, quick-growing climber

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual climber

• Height: 250–300 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, pergolas

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Fast summer screening

• Adding dramatic color to outdoor spaces

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost, direct in soil

• Nick or soak seeds before sowing

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–20°C

• Provide climbing support

Mealy Cup Sage ‘White Victory’ Seeds (Salvia farinacea)

Add elegance and long-lasting color to your garden with Mealy Cup Sage ‘White Victory’ (Salvia farinacea). This hardy annual produces spikes of pure white flowers above silvery-green foliage, creating a striking vertical accent in borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators and offers a long season of interest from summer through autumn.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use well-drained soil in a sunny location.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (10–14 days).

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

• Water regularly, reducing frequency once plants are established.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Spikes of pure white flowers above silvery-green foliage

• Long-flowering annual from summer through autumn

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Excellent for borders, beds, and containers

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Flower borders and beds

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Best time: 6–8 weeks before last frost indoors, or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Deadhead regularly to encourage prolonged flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.