Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Desert Bluebell – Stunning Sky-Blue Blooms

Desert Bluebells (Phacelia campanularia) produce vibrant sky-blue, bell-shaped flowers that create a striking display in any garden. Hardy and easy to grow, these annuals are perfect for borders, wildflower meadows, or attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant sky-blue bell-shaped flowers

• Fast-growing and hardy

• Attracts bees and butterflies

• Ideal for naturalistic garden designs and wildflower meadows

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms in late spring to early summer

• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• Drought-tolerant once established

Ideal For

• Garden borders and beds

• Wildflower meadows

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors after last frost

• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Space 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers sunny locations with well-drained soil

Dahlia 'Piccolo Single Mignon' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Piccolo Single Mignon' is a charming dwarf variety that produces masses of single flowers in a wide range of bright colors. With compact, bushy plants and a long flowering period, this variety is perfect for borders, pots, and containers. The cheerful blooms attract bees and butterflies, making it a pollinator-friendly choice for any summer garden.

Key Features

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

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding displays

• Pots & containers

• Borders & edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

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

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant seedlings after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Regular deadheading encourages continuous blooms

Sweet Pea "Philip Miller Red" Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Bring a touch of timeless elegance to your garden with Sweet Pea "Philip Miller Red". This classic variety is celebrated for its large, vibrant crimson-red flowers and strong fragrance. A vigorous climber, it creates a stunning display on trellises, arches, or fences and produces long stems perfect for cutting.

Why Grow "Philip Miller Red"

• Striking deep crimson-red blooms

• Strong, sweet fragrance

• Excellent cut flower variety

• Traditional heritage sweet pea

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots/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

Iceland Poppy ‘Artists Glory’ Mix Seeds (Papaver nudicaule)

Bring a painterly touch to your garden with Iceland Poppy ‘Artists Glory’ Mix. This charming annual produces delicate, papery blooms in a vibrant mix of reds, pinks, oranges, yellows, and whites, creating a stunning spring-to-summer display. Its soft, nodding flowers add elegance to borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style plantings.

Why Grow ‘Artists Glory’ Mix

• Stunning mix of bright, papery blooms

• Hardy, easy-to-grow annual

• Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver nudicaule

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: Late spring–summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rock gardens, cut flowers, cottage gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–March in trays, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–18°C

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming

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

Cineraria Hybrida Dwarf Mix ‘Amigo Strain’ – Seeds (Senecio hybridus nana)

Cineraria Hybrida Dwarf Mix ‘Amigo Strain’ produces a stunning display of bright, daisy-like flowers in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white. Compact and low-growing, it is ideal for pots, borders, and window boxes. This easy-to-grow annual blooms early in spring, adding vibrant color to indoor and outdoor displays.

Why Grow "Amigo Strain"

• Compact, dwarf habit for small spaces

• Bright, multicolored daisy-like blooms

• Long-lasting and early flowering

• Ideal for containers, borders, and window boxes

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Senecio hybridus nana)

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: Early spring

• Position: Partial shade to bright indirect light

• Uses: Containers, window boxes, borders, indoor displays

Ideal For

• Patio and balcony containers

• Indoor bright spots

• Early spring color in gardens

• Borders and small-scale plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–March in seed trays

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant seedlings into pots when large enough

• Keep soil moist, avoid direct harsh sunlight

• Deadhead to prolong flowering

Summer Carnival Orange Seeds (Cheiranthus allionii)

Summer Carnival Orange is a vibrant annual producing clusters of bright orange, trumpet-shaped flowers from late spring to summer. Compact and bushy, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds bold, cheerful color to sunny garden spots.

What Makes It Special

• Bright orange trumpet-shaped blooms

• Long flowering period from late spring to summer

• Hardy, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly

Key Features

• Botanical name: Cheiranthus allionii

• Annual

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Sunny, well-drained garden spots

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Zinnia 'Chippendale Daisy' – Seeds

(Zinnia haageana)

The Zinnia 'Chippendale Daisy' is a vibrant, long-blooming annual that produces an abundance of cheerful, daisy-like flowers in warm shades of red, orange, and golden yellow, often with contrasting centers. Compact and robust, this variety is excellent for adding bold splashes of colour to borders, flower beds, and containers. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, it’s a perfect choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cottage and cutting gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Beds, borders, and pots

• Summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant/Thin: 25–30 cm apart

• Remove spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming

Sweet Pea 'Prima Ballerina Tricolor' Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A striking and elegant variety, Sweet Pea 'Prima Ballerina Tricolor' delights with its unique mix of pink, white, and lilac blooms. These beautifully ruffled flowers carry the classic sweet pea fragrance, making them a favorite for both gardens and cut flower arrangements. A vigorous climber, it’s perfect for trellises, arches, and fences, adding vertical color and charm all summer long.

Why Grow 'Prima Ballerina Tricolor'

• Distinctive tricolor blooms in soft pink, lilac, and white

• Classic sweet pea fragrance

• Ideal for cutting – long stems and elegant flowers

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, cut flowers, cottage gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after frost, spacing 20–30 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

• Deadhead regularly for continuous flowering