Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Carnation Black – Seeds (Dianthus heddewigii ‘Chianti’)

Carnation ‘Black Chianti’ is a dramatic annual with deep, velvety maroon to near-black blooms that make a bold statement in beds, borders, and cut arrangements. Its compact habit, long flowering season, and striking color bring elegance and contrast to any garden. Easy to grow and perfect for adding depth to mixed displays.

Why Grow "Black Chianti"

• Striking near-black, velvety blooms

• Compact and easy to grow

• Long flowering season

• Great for cutting and arrangements

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Dianthus heddewigii)

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Uses: Borders, containers, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Bold bedding schemes

• Patio containers

• Cottage and modern gardens

• Dark accents in floral displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays/pots

• Sow outdoors: April–June in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant or thin to 20–25 cm apart

• Remove spent blooms to extend flowering

Baby’s Breath Mix – Airy, Delicate Blooms

Baby’s Breath Mix offers clouds of tiny, delicate flowers on fine, airy stems. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and floral arrangements, these elegant annuals add a soft, romantic touch to any garden or bouquet.

What Makes It Special

• Airy, delicate flower clusters

• Long-lasting blooms

• Ideal for cut flowers and arrangements

• Adds elegance to garden beds and borders

Key Features

• Annual plant

• Grows 30–50 cm tall

• Blooms from early summer to autumn

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

• Low-maintenance and hardy

Ideal For

• Garden borders and cottage gardens

• Floral arrangements and bouquets

• Rock gardens and pathways

• 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

African Daisy 'Ballade' Mix Seeds (Osteospermum ecklonis)

Bring a burst of color to your garden with the African Daisy 'Ballade' Mix. This vibrant blend features large daisy-like blooms in a variety of striking shades, from rich purples to sunny yellows and creamy whites. With their long flowering season and sun-loving nature, these blooms brighten beds, borders, and containers all summer long.

What Makes It Special

• Colorful mix of bold and pastel blooms

• Long-lasting flowers with daisy charm

• Heat and drought tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical name: Osteospermum ecklonis

• Half-hardy perennial, grown as an annual in cooler climates

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Blooms: Summer to early autumn

• Perfect for full sun

Ideal For

• Flower beds and sunny borders

• Patio containers and hanging baskets

• Mediterranean or coastal-style gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors in spring, 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• Press seeds lightly into moist compost, do not cover heavily

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Harden off and transplant outdoors after frost

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.

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

Zinnia 'Burpeeana Giants Mix' – Seeds

(Zinnia elegans)

Zinnia 'Burpeeana Giants Mix' is a spectacular blend of bold, fully double blooms reaching up to 12–15 cm across. This mix features an array of dazzling colours, from vibrant reds, pinks, and oranges to golden yellows and whites. The tall, sturdy plants make a striking display in the garden and provide excellent cut flowers. Heat-loving and easy to grow, these zinnias are perfect for a summer of nonstop colour.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 75–100 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens

• Bold, colourful borders

• Summer bedding displays

• Cut flower gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant/Thin: 30–40 cm apart

• Remove spent blooms to encourage more flowers

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

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

Winged Everlasting Flower Seeds (Ammobium alatum)

The Winged Everlasting Flower is a charming and unusual annual valued for its tiny, papery white flowers with golden-yellow centers that resemble miniature daisies. Its distinctive winged stems give it an architectural quality, making it a striking garden plant as well as a top choice for dried flower arrangements. Long-flowering and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for cutting gardens, borders, and cottage-style plantings.

What Makes It Special

• Produces masses of long-lasting papery blooms

• Unusual winged stems add ornamental interest

• Excellent for fresh or dried cut flowers

• Hardy, easy to grow, and tolerant of poor soils

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ammobium alatum

• Common name: Winged Everlasting Flower

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 20–30 cm wide

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens (fresh and dried use)

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

• Wildlife-friendly gardens (attracts pollinators)

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or directly outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly in trays or directly in soil

   • Cover seeds lightly with fine soil or vermiculite

   • Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off and plant 25–30 cm apart when seedlings are strong enough

4. Care: Deadhead regularly to prolong blooms; cut for drying just before flowers are fully open