Hardy Annual Flower Seeds

Iceland Poppy ‘F2 Wind Song’ Mix Seeds (Papaver nudicaule)

A delicate and charming mix, Iceland Poppy ‘F2 Wind Song’ produces vibrant, papery blooms in shades of pink, orange, yellow, and white. Hardy and long-flowering, these poppies are perfect for borders, rock gardens, and wildflower-style plantings, bringing cheerful color from late spring into summer.

What Makes It Special

• Soft, papery flowers in a mix of pastel and bright shades

• Hardy, compact plants that thrive in cooler climates

• Attracts bees and pollinators, enhancing wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Papaver nudicaule

• Hardy perennial (often grown as an annual)

• Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and rock gardens

• Wildflower and cottage-style plantings

• Containers and pots for bright seasonal color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Scatter seeds on the surface of well-drained soil; do not cover

• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year when sown in spring

Pansy Swiss ‘Giant Flame’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

Bring fiery color to your garden with Pansy Swiss ‘Giant Flame’ (Viola wittrockiana). This striking variety produces large, vibrant blooms in shades of red, orange, and yellow, creating a dramatic, eye-catching display. Hardy and easy to grow, it’s perfect for borders, containers, and window boxes, adding warmth and cheer from spring to early summer.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, or directly outdoors in early spring.

• Use well-drained seed compost and lightly press seeds onto the surface (do not cover).

• Keep soil moist and maintain bright light for germination (10–14 days).

• Transplant seedlings into well-drained soil with spacing of 20–25 cm apart.

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

• Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering.

Key Features

• Large, vibrant blooms in fiery red, orange, and yellow shades

• Hardy annual/perennial in cooler climates

• Long-flowering from spring to early summer

• Ideal for borders, containers, and window boxes

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers and patio planters

• Window boxes and hanging baskets

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

Sowing

• Best time: 8–10 weeks before last frost indoors, or early spring outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, keep soil moist, do not cover seeds

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

Quick Tip

• Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage new blooms and maintain vibrant color throughout the season.

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ – Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ (Lobularia maritima) is a low-growing, fragrant annual with dense clusters of pure white flowers. Its delicate blooms form a carpet of color, ideal for borders, rockeries, hanging baskets, and containers. Hardy and fast-growing, it attracts pollinators and provides a long-lasting display throughout spring and summer.

Why Grow "Snowcloth"

• Dense clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers

• Low-growing and spreading habit

• Long-lasting blooms from spring to summer

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Lobularia maritima)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: April–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, hanging baskets, ground cover

Ideal For

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Borders and edging

• Container and hanging basket displays

• Rockeries and low-maintenance flower beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Pot Marigold ‘Double Pink Surprise’ Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

Pot Marigold ‘Double Pink Surprise’ is an annual flower bursting with charming double blooms in soft pink shades. Blooming from early summer to autumn, it adds vibrant color to borders, containers, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and hardy, it also attracts pollinators and makes excellent cut or edible flowers.

What Makes It Special

• Double soft pink blooms with long flowering season

• Hardy and easy-to-grow annual

• Attracts bees and butterflies; edible petals

Key Features

• Botanical name: Calendula officinalis

• Annual

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Cut flowers and edible flower gardens

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–Jun or indoors Feb–Apr

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the same year

Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

The Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ is a charming compact variety producing an abundance of single, star-shaped blooms in shades of red, pink, and white, often with contrasting centers. With its bushy, dwarf growth habit, this dahlia is ideal for containers, borders, bedding schemes, and patio displays. A long-flowering annual, it brings a burst of color from mid-summer until the first frost.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Containers, pots, and patio displays

• Bedding and border plantings

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Compact summer color displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow depth: 0.5 cm, cover lightly with soil

• Transplant: Harden off and plant outdoors after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Care: Water regularly, deadhead faded blooms to prolong flowering

Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink – Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

A soft and romantic twist on a classic cottage flower, Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink produces delicate clusters of pink blooms that bring charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s a pollinator-friendly addition that adds elegance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Mystic' Pink

• Unique pink color rarely found in forget-me-nots

• Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators

• Ideal for cut flowers with a soft pastel tone

• Low-maintenance, blooms over a long period

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, cutting

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens & wildflower meadows

• Cut flower bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Soft color themes and romantic borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly into prepared soil

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Water regularly until established

• Flowers first year

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' – Seeds

(Tropaeolum nanum)

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' is a compact, low-growing annual that produces vibrant peach-colored blooms with subtle apricot tones. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Easy to grow and fast-flowering, this variety also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding colour and life to your garden.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Containers and hanging baskets

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage-style planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin or transplant to 20–25 cm spacing

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Rocket Larkspur Mix – Seeds (Delphinium ajacis)

The Rocket Larkspur Mix is a stunning annual that brings tall, elegant spikes of pink, blue, lavender, purple, and white blooms to the summer garden. A cottage garden classic, this mix produces stately flower spires that make a striking vertical accent in beds, borders, and cutting gardens. Its graceful flowers also make excellent, long-lasting cut blooms for fresh or dried arrangements.

Highlights

• Tall, upright spires with a vibrant color mix

• Cottage garden favorite with delicate, airy blooms

• Excellent cut flower for bouquets and arrangements

• Hardy annual – easy to grow and maintain

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Delphinium ajacis

• Variety: Rocket Larkspur Mix

• Seed Count: [Specify count if available]

• Height/Spread: 75–120 cm tall, 30–40 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June – August

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Tall accents in mixed beds

• Cutting gardens (fresh & dried flowers)

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing Instructions

• Sow outdoors March–May or August–September for overwintering

• Scatter thinly in prepared soil, cover lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Stake taller plants if needed for support