New Arrivals - Flower seeds

New York Aster ‘Novi-Belgii’ Seeds (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii)

Enhance your late-season garden with New York Aster ‘Novi-Belgii’ (Symphyotrichum novi-belgii). This hardy perennial produces dense clusters of violet-blue daisy-like flowers with golden centers in late summer and autumn, bringing vibrant color to borders, meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds a classic cottage garden charm.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (14–21 days).

• Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart once established.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and support healthy growth.

• Cut back after flowering to maintain plant vigor.

Key Features

• Violet-blue, daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Hardy perennial, long-flowering and easy to grow

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds vibrant late-season color to garden beds

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Wildflower meadows and naturalized areas

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: 6–8 weeks before last frost indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

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

Quick Tip

• For extended blooms, sow successive batches or cut flowers regularly to encourage new growth.

Cornflower ‘Red Ball’ Seeds (Centaurea cyanus) – 500 Seeds

Bring bold color to your garden with Cornflower ‘Red Ball’ (Centaurea cyanus). This annual produces striking, deep red, pom-pom-like blooms that add a dramatic touch to borders, meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s perfect for gardeners seeking vibrant color and pollinator-friendly planting.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring or autumn.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Striking deep red, pom-pom-like blooms

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Bold, eye-catching color for garden displays

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Meadow-style plantings and naturalized areas

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Spring or autumn directly outdoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Sow in drifts or clusters to maximize visual impact and create a bold color display.

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.

Wild Poppy ‘Blindeyes’ Seeds (Papaver dobium)

Bring natural charm and bold color to your garden with Wild Poppy ‘Blindeyes’ (Papaver dobium). This hardy annual produces vibrant, single red blooms with dark centers, perfect for borders, wildflower meadows, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds a striking, naturalized look to any garden space.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring or autumn.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and press lightly onto the soil; do not cover deeply.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–20 days).

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Vibrant red single blooms with dark centers

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, meadows, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Naturalized and cottage garden appeal

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Wildflower meadows and naturalized plantings

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Best time: Early spring or autumn directly outdoors

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Sow thinly, press lightly, do not cover deeply

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• For a continuous display, sow in drifts or clusters and remove spent blooms regularly.

Viola ‘Admiration’ – 250 Seeds (Viola cornuta)

Viola ‘Admiration’ is a charming perennial that delivers a long season of delicate, vibrant blooms. With its compact habit and abundant flowers, this hardy viola is perfect for borders, containers, and rock gardens. Its classic bicolor petals add elegance and color to any garden setting while attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Key Features

• Flower Color: Typically blue-violet with darker accents

• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy, ideal for edging

• Flowering Period: Spring to autumn

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Use: Borders, containers, rockeries, pollinator-friendly gardens

• Hardiness: Frost-tolerant perennial

Ideal For

• Borders and garden edges

• Containers and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

• Rockeries and small garden plots

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: March–May

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Spacing: 15–20 cm

Rudbeckia ‘Golden Daises’ Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring cheerful sunshine to your garden with Rudbeckia ‘Golden Daises’ (Rudbeckia hirta). This hardy annual produces bright golden-yellow daisy-like flowers with dark centers, perfect for borders, beds, and cutting gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds bold, eye-catching color from summer through autumn.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or indoors 6–8 weeks earlier.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Bright golden-yellow daisy-like flowers with dark centers

• Hardy annual, easy to grow and long-flowering

• Ideal for borders, beds, and cutting gardens

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds bold, cheerful color to summer and autumn gardens

Ideal For

• Flower borders and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Containers, patio planters, and naturalized plantings

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 6–8 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Deadhead regularly to maintain vibrant blooms and extend the flowering season.

Pot Marigold ‘Indian Prince’ Seeds (Calendula officinalis) – 1g

Bring rich, warm tones to your garden with Pot Marigold ‘Indian Prince’ (Calendula officinalis). This annual produces striking deep orange flowers ideal for cutting gardens, borders, and containers. Hardy and easy to grow, it’s perfect for fresh bouquets, edible petals, and attracting pollinators.

How to Grow

• Sow directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or indoors 4–6 weeks earlier.

• Use well-drained, fertile soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (7–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart for healthy growth.

• Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooms.

Key Features

• Large, deep orange flowers with rich color

• Long-flowering annual, perfect for cutting gardens

• Easy to grow and maintain

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Edible petals suitable for salads and culinary decoration

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens for fresh bouquets

• Flower beds, borders, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Culinary use as edible petals

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 4–6 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regular deadheading prolongs flowering and keeps plants producing vibrant blooms throughout the season.

Cape Daisy Mix Seeds (Venidium fastuosum)

Add long-lasting summer color with Cape Daisy Mix (Venidium fastuosum). This hardy annual produces vibrant daisy-like blooms in shades of yellow, orange, and gold, bringing brightness to borders, beds, and containers. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it attracts pollinators and provides a cheerful display throughout the season.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or indoors 4–6 weeks earlier.

• Use well-drained soil in full sun.

• Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil.

• Keep soil moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart once established.

• Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Vibrant daisy-like blooms in yellow, orange, and gold shades

• Long-flowering, hardy annual

• Easy to grow and drought-tolerant

• Ideal for borders, beds, and containers

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Flower beds and borders

• Containers, patio planters, and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage and naturalized garden styles

Sowing

• Best time: Spring outdoors or 4–6 weeks earlier indoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Deadhead regularly to maintain vibrant blooms and encourage prolonged flowering.

Carnation ‘Marie Chabaud’ Seeds (Dianthus caryophyllus) – Cutting Flower

Bring classic elegance to your garden with Carnation ‘Marie Chabaud’ (Dianthus caryophyllus). This hardy annual produces large, fragrant blooms in soft pink shades, perfect for cutting gardens, borders, and containers. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s ideal for fresh bouquets and floral arrangements.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors after frost risk has passed.

• Use well-drained, fertile soil in full sun.

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist until germination (10–14 days).

• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, spacing 20–25 cm apart.

• Water regularly and remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.

Key Features

• Large, fragrant blooms in soft pink shades

• Long-flowering, ideal for cutting gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

• Perfect for fresh bouquets and floral arrangements

• Attracts pollinators including bees and butterflies

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens for fresh flowers

• Flower beds, borders, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Floral arrangements and bouquets

Sowing

• Best time: 8–10 weeks before last frost indoors or after frost outdoors

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Sow thinly, cover lightly, and keep soil moist

• Prefers full sun and fertile, well-drained soil

Quick Tip

• Regularly deadhead to prolong flowering and maintain healthy, vibrant blooms throughout the season.