Hardy Annual

Cornflower ‘Sweet Sultan’ Mix – Fragrant, Frilly Heirloom Blooms

Cornflower ‘Sweet Sultan’ Mix produces large, softly fringed blooms in shades of cream, pink, mauve, and purple, carried on tall, slender stems. Known for their delightful sweet fragrance, these charming heirloom flowers make excellent cut blooms, filling vases with both color and scent. Hardy and easy to grow, they flower abundantly from midsummer to early autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Sweetly scented, fringed flowers in soft pastel shades

• Long, strong stems ideal for cutting

• Blooms continuously through summer

• Easy to grow and loved by pollinators

• A traditional cottage garden favourite

Key Features

• Height: 75–90 cm – tall, graceful plants

• Excellent vase life and fragrance

• Pollinator-friendly

• Hardy annual

• Adds height and texture to borders

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and scented bouquets

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Tall mixed borders

• Pollinator habitats

Sowing

• Sow indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or direct sow after frost danger has passed

• Cover seeds lightly with fine soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 15–18°C

• Space plants 30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

African Daisy Mix – Vivid, Sun-Loving Blooms All Summer

African Daisy (Dimorphotheca sinuata) is a dazzling annual producing masses of daisy-like flowers in bright shades of orange, yellow, white, and salmon. These cheerful blooms thrive in sunny spots, opening fully in daylight and closing at dusk, bringing vibrant color to borders, rock gardens, and containers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, they deliver a long-lasting, low-maintenance floral display from late spring to autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Striking mix of vivid colors for instant garden cheer

• Sun-loving blooms that open in daylight

• Long-lasting display with minimal care

• Excellent for hot, dry gardens

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Height: 25–40 cm – compact and bushy

• Hardy annual – quick to flower from seed

• Blooms from late spring to early autumn

• Drought-tolerant once established

• Perfect for sunny, well-drained sites

Ideal For

• Borders, edging, and rock gardens

• Wildflower-style meadows

• Containers and window boxes

• Low-water landscaping

Sowing

• Sow direct in spring after frost risk has passed

• Rake lightly into soil, do not cover deeply

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and light, well-drained soil

Bells of Ireland – Striking Green Spires for Garden and Bouquets

Bells of Ireland (Molucella laevis) produces tall, elegant green spires adorned with cup-shaped calyces, perfect for adding vertical interest to garden beds or floral arrangements. These hardy annuals are easy to grow and provide a unique, fresh green accent that lasts in bouquets.

What Makes It Special

• Tall, elegant green spires

• Unique cup-shaped calyces

• Long-lasting in fresh or dried arrangements

• Adds vertical interest to gardens and floral displays

Key Features

• Hardy annual

• Grows 60–90 cm tall

• Blooms in mid to late summer

• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• Excellent for cutting and drying

Ideal For

• Garden borders and beds

• Cut flowers and bouquets

• Floral arrangements and decorations

• Adding unique greenery to landscapes

Sowing

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

• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Space 20–30 cm apart

• Water moderately and ensure full sun

Saffron Thistle Yellow – 20 Seeds (Carthamus tinctorius)

A striking and unusual garden flower, Saffron Thistle Yellow produces bold, spiky thistle-like blooms in golden-yellow shades that add texture and color to borders. This hardy, sun-loving plant is valued not only for its ornamental appeal but also for its long-lasting cut flowers and historical use as a natural dye and saffron substitute.

What Makes It Special

• Unique thistle-like blooms in glowing yellow

• Long vase life – excellent cut flower

• Drought-tolerant and thrives in poor soils

• Historically used for natural dyes and coloring

Key Features

• Hardy annual, height: 60–90 cm

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Tolerates drought and poor ground

• Flowers June–September

Ideal For

• Striking borders and wildflower gardens

• Cut flower arrangements and drying

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Low-maintenance, sun-baked spots

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors Mar–May in well-drained soil, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Cover lightly with soil and water well

• Germination: 7–21 days

• Thin seedlings as they grow for stronger plants

Chinese Forget-Me-Not Blue – 750 Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

Fill your garden with clouds of delicate, true-blue blossoms with Chinese Forget-Me-Not Blue. Easy to grow and long-blooming, this cottage-garden favorite adds charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Produces masses of dainty sky-blue flowers

• Long-lasting blooms ideal for cutting

• Classic cottage-garden beauty with minimal effort

Key Features

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Blooms: Summer through autumn

• Hardy annual, easy to grow from seed

Ideal For

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Wildflower-style plantings

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing

• Sow outdoors Mar–May or Aug–Sep for earlier blooms

• Sow thinly in well-drained soil, lightly cover with compost

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–18°C

• Thin seedlings to 25 cm apart

Clarkia Garland Flower Double Mix – 3000 Seeds (Clarkia unguiculata elegans)

Bring charm and colour to your garden with Clarkia Garland Flower Double Mix. These graceful annuals produce tall spikes packed with double, rose-like blooms in a range of pinks, purples, reds, and whites. Perfect for cutting, borders, or naturalized displays, Clarkia is a classic cottage garden favourite.

What Makes It Special

• Abundant double blooms with a romantic, rose-like look

• Wide mix of bright, cheerful colours

• Excellent for cut flowers with long vase life

• Easy to grow, reliable, and fuss-free

Key Features

• Hardy annual

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Blooms summer to early autumn

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Attracts pollinators, especially bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower borders

• Cut flower arrangements

• Mass planting for colourful displays

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after frost

• Lightly rake seeds into prepared soil, keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–30 cm spacing

• Water regularly but avoid waterlogging

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

Cosmidium ‘Brunette’ – 320 Seeds (Cosmidium burridgeanum)

A true garden treasure, Cosmidium ‘Brunette’ delights with its unique, velvety blooms of deep maroon petals edged in golden yellow. This striking contrast makes it a showstopper in borders, wildflower meadows, or cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and loved by pollinators, it adds a rich, dramatic touch to summer gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Unique bicolor flowers in rich maroon and golden yellow

• Long-flowering annual that thrives in most soils

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects

• Excellent as a cut flower and for wild garden displays

Key Features

• Hardy annual, height: 40–60 cm

• Blooming season: Summer through autumn

• Full sun to partial shade

• Low-maintenance and highly ornamental

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows & naturalistic plantings

• Cottage gardens & mixed borders

• Cutting gardens for striking floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after frost has passed

• Lightly rake seeds into prepared soil; keep moist until germination

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart for best displays