Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Matthiola Stock Ten Week Light Blue – Seeds (Matthiola incana)

Matthiola Stock Ten Week Light Blue (Matthiola incana) is a charming annual known for its elegant spikes of soft, light blue blooms. Flowering just 10 weeks after sowing, this variety combines quick growth with long-lasting beauty. Renowned for its delightful fragrance, it is perfect for borders, beds, and containers, as well as cut flower arrangements. A cottage garden favorite, it brings both color and scent into your summer garden.

Why Grow "Ten Week Light Blue"

• Soft light blue flower spikes with a sweet fragrance

• Quick to flower – just 10 weeks from sowing

• Ideal as cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

• Compact, easy-to-grow annual

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Matthiola incana)

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Flowering: Early to late summer

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Adding soft pastel color to summer borders

• Fragrant cottage-style planting

• Cut flower bouquets and arrangements

• Quick and rewarding garden displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–18°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Aster "Color Carpet Mix" – Seeds

(Callistephus chinensis)

Aster "Color Carpet Mix" is a charming dwarf variety that produces a vivid carpet of colorful blooms in late summer and autumn. With compact, bushy growth and daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, red, blue, and white, this mix is perfect for brightening borders, rockeries, and container displays. Long-lasting blooms make them excellent for cutting, bringing cheer indoors as well.

Why Grow Aster "Color Carpet Mix"?

• Compact, bushy habit with masses of blooms

• Vibrant mix of summer and autumn colors

• Long flowering season

• Great for edging, containers & small gardens

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Blooms: July–October

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Bedding & edging

• Rock gardens and low borders

• Patio containers

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in trays or pots, lightly covering seeds

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to flower

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–21°C

• Remove faded blooms to extend flowering season

Blue Lupine – Seeds (Lupinus angustifolius)

Blue Lupine (Lupinus angustifolius) is a stunning annual or short-lived perennial producing tall spikes of vivid blue pea-like flowers. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to borders, cottage gardens, and mixed flower beds. Hardy and easy to grow, this variety attracts bees and butterflies, making it perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens and long-lasting summer displays.

Why Grow "Blue Lupine"

• Tall spikes of striking blue flowers

• Long flowering season from late spring to early summer

• Hardy, low-maintenance annual or short-lived perennial

• Pollinator-friendly and adds vertical interest

Key Features

• Type: Annual/Short-lived perennial (Lupinus angustifolius)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, mixed flower beds, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Vertical color in borders and mixed beds

• Cottage-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Long-lasting summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Mulch in winter for protection in colder regions

Sweet Pea Extra Dwarf 'Little Sweetheart' Mix Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A delightful, compact variety of sweet pea, 'Little Sweetheart' produces a charming mix of fragrant blooms in shades of pink, purple, lavender, red, and white. Unlike traditional climbing sweet peas, this extra dwarf mix forms neat, bushy plants that stay low and compact—perfect for borders, pots, and containers. Their sweet fragrance and bright colors make them a summer favorite.

Why Grow 'Little Sweetheart'

• Extra dwarf, bushy growth – no staking or trellising required

• Abundant, colorful blooms with classic sweet pea fragrance

• Ideal for borders, pots, and small gardens

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 20–30 cm (extra dwarf)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Containers, borders, edging, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–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 15–20 cm apart

• Keep soil moist, avoid waterlogging

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed – Spiky, Dramatic & Bursting with Color

Dahlia ‘Cactus’ Hybrids Mixed brings an explosion of exotic, spiky-petaled blooms in a dazzling mix of colors. Their starburst-shaped flowers add drama, height, and texture to any summer display. Flowering from mid-summer until the first frost, they’re perfect for creating bold borders, stunning cut flower arrangements, and show-stopping garden focal points.

What Makes It Special

• Exotic, spiky “cactus” blooms for dramatic impact

• Rich mix of vibrant colors

• Long flowering period for continuous beauty

• Perfect for cutting and floral design

• Adds height and texture to garden beds

Key Features

• Height: 90–120 cm – tall, strong stems

• Half-hardy annual – blooms first season

• Large, starburst-shaped flowers

• Excellent vase life

• Attracts pollinators

Ideal For

• Tall borders and garden backdrops

• Cutting gardens and bouquets

• Adding exotic flair to displays

• Late-summer garden interest

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Lightly cover with fine compost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–21°C

• Transplant after frost danger has passed, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and rich, well-drained soil

California Poppy Frilly Fun Appleblossom – Seeds (Eschscholzia californica)

California Poppy ‘Frilly Fun Appleblossom’ is a cheerful, low-maintenance annual that produces abundant frilly, soft pink blooms all summer long. This compact, hardy variety creates a carpet of pastel color in borders, rockeries, and containers. Fast-growing and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for brightening gardens while attracting bees and other pollinators.

Why Grow "Frilly Fun Appleblossom"

• Frilly, soft pink blooms with abundant summer color

• Compact, low-maintenance, and hardy

• Drought-tolerant and fast-growing

• Attracts bees and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Eschscholzia californica)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding pastel color to borders and beds

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Beginner gardeners seeking easy-to-grow flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: Early spring after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings: 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Pansy ‘Can Can’ Mixed Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A unique and eye-catching mix, Pansy ‘Can Can’ features large, ruffled blooms in a dazzling range of colors. Compact and hardy, this variety adds texture and vibrant charm to beds, borders, and containers, providing continuous displays from spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive ruffled petals for a frilled effect

• Wide color mix, from bright tones to soft pastels

• Long flowering season with lasting garden appeal

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

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Adding texture and variety to seasonal displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds 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

Pot Marigold ‘Geisha Girl’ Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

A charming and easy-to-grow annual, Pot Marigold ‘Geisha Girl’ produces bright, double orange blooms with a cheerful, ruffled appearance. Hardy and long-flowering, this variety is perfect for borders, containers, and edible gardens, attracting pollinators while adding vibrant color from spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Double, ruffled orange blooms with a striking presence

• Hardy and low-maintenance, ideal for novice gardeners

• Attracts bees and butterflies, supports pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Calendula officinalis

• Hardy annual

• Height: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)

• Bloom time: Spring to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and edging

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly and edible gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year after sowing

Cup and Saucer White – 15 Seeds (Cobaea scandens)

The Cup and Saucer Vine (White) is a fast-growing climber with elegant, bell-shaped blooms resembling little teacups. Its trailing vines quickly cover fences, arches, and trellises, creating a stunning vertical display. A perfect choice for adding a touch of elegance and charm to summer gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Unique cup-and-saucer shaped blooms

• Rapid-growing climbing vine

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to frost

• Adds instant charm to vertical garden spaces

Key Features

• Half-hardy perennial, often grown as an annual

• Height: up to 3–6 m

• Large white, bell-shaped flowers

• Prefers full sun to partial shade

• Attracts bees and pollinators

Ideal For

• Fences, walls, arches, pergolas, and trellises

• Cottage gardens and romantic garden themes

• Vertical displays and privacy screens

• Cut flowers for unique arrangements

Sowing

• Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost

• Pre-soak seeds for 12–24 hours before sowing

• Place seeds on their side, just under the surface of soil

• Germination: 20–30 days at 18–20°C

• Harden off and transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 30–45 cm apart