Perennial Flower Seeds

St. John’s Wort – Seeds (Hypericum perforatum)

St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) is a hardy perennial herb known for its bright yellow star-shaped flowers and long history of use in traditional herbal medicine. It grows easily in gardens, meadows, or wildflower plantings, attracting pollinators while adding natural beauty.

Often valued for its ornamental and herbal qualities, St. John’s Wort thrives in poor soils and sunny locations, making it a low-maintenance addition to cottage gardens and naturalized landscapes.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April

• Sow outdoors: April – June, or autumn for natural stratification

• Depth: Surface sow – seeds need light to germinate

• Spacing: 30 cm between plants

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile, sandy or rocky soils

Key Features

• Perennial herb with golden yellow, star-shaped blooms

• Attracts bees and pollinators

• Grows well in poor, dry soils – low maintenance

• Suitable for borders, meadows, and herb gardens

• Traditional herb, long valued in folklore and medicine

Flowering & Harvest

• Flowering time: June – September

• Blooms can be collected at peak flowering if used for herbal purposes.

Russell Lupine ‘The Pages’ Red – Seeds (Lupinus polyphyllus)

Russell Lupine ‘The Pages’ Red is a striking perennial admired for its tall, upright flower spikes filled with vibrant red blooms. Flowering in early to mid-summer, it creates a dramatic vertical display in borders, cottage gardens, and mixed beds. Hardy and long-lasting, this lupine attracts bees and butterflies, adding both color and wildlife interest to your garden.

Why Grow "The Pages Red"

• Tall spikes of vivid red flowers

• Hardy perennial with long-lasting blooms

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Adds vertical drama and structure to borders

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Lupinus polyphyllus)

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Flowering: Early to mid-summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

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

Ideal For

• Creating vertical interest and height in borders

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Cutting for floral arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: Late spring or autumn

• Germination: 14–30 days (scarify seeds for best results)

• Space seedlings: 30–45 cm apart

• Prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun

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.

Mrs. J. Bradshaw ‘Brilliant Scarlett’ Seeds (Geum chiloense)

A vibrant perennial, Mrs. J. Bradshaw ‘Brilliant Scarlett’ produces striking, fiery scarlet blooms on sturdy stems above clumps of fresh green foliage. Hardy and long-flowering, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds, attracting pollinators and adding bold color from late spring to summer.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant scarlet flowers with strong garden presence

• Hardy, long-flowering perennial ideal for dramatic displays

• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Geum chiloense

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 50–70 cm (20–28 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and cottage-style plantings

• Mixed perennial beds and containers

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

Mexican Hat – Seeds (Ratibida columnifera)

Mexican Hat (Ratibida columnifera) is a striking perennial wildflower named for its sombrero-shaped blooms. From summer into autumn, it produces vibrant yellow and red petals surrounding a tall, central cone. Hardy and drought-tolerant, it thrives in poor soils and full sun, making it perfect for naturalistic plantings, meadows, and wildlife gardens. Its long-lasting blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding color and biodiversity to your outdoor space.

Why Grow "Mexican Hat"

• Unique sombrero-shaped flowers in yellow and red

• Long flowering from summer to autumn

• Drought-tolerant and thrives in poor soils

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Ratibida columnifera)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Meadows, wildlife gardens, borders, naturalistic plantings

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows and prairie-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant gardens

• Adding unique blooms to borders and beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Space seedlings: 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained, sandy or poor soils in full sun

Golden Columbine Seeds (Aquilegia chrysantha)

Bright and graceful, Golden Columbine produces striking yellow, spurred flowers that nod delicately above fern-like foliage. Native to North America, this hardy perennial is known for its long spurs and cheerful color, bringing light and elegance to borders, rock gardens, and natural plantings. Highly attractive to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant golden-yellow blooms with long spurs

• Native perennial, hardy and easy to grow

• Excellent for pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aquilegia chrysantha

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm (24–36 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Cottage and rock gardens

• Wildlife and pollinator-friendly spaces

• Naturalized and woodland plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds; needs some light to germinate

• Germination: 21–35 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year after sowing

Coreopsis ‘Golden Globe’ Yellow Seeds (Coreopsis grandiflora)

Coreopsis ‘Golden Globe’ is a hardy perennial with bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers that bloom profusely from early summer to autumn. Compact and bushy, it’s perfect for borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it attracts bees and butterflies, adding cheerful color and pollinator-friendly appeal.

What Makes It Special

• Vivid golden-yellow blooms all summer

• Compact, bushy habit ideal for borders and containers

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Coreopsis grandiflora

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Bloom time: Early summer to autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and sunny beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage and wildflower-style plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Space seedlings 30–35 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward

Speedwell Royal Blue Seeds (Veronica teucrium)

Speedwell Royal Blue is a hardy perennial featuring striking vertical spikes of deep royal blue flowers above glossy green foliage. Its long flowering period makes it ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Low-maintenance and elegant, it also works beautifully in mixed perennial beds.

What Makes It Special

• Bold vertical spikes of royal blue flowers

• Hardy and long-flowering perennial

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Veronica teucrium

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 40–60 cm (16–24 in)

• Bloom time: Early summer to late summer

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and perennial borders

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Mixed beds and wildlife plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover seeds lightly with soil; keep moist

• Germination: 14–28 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers the second year after sowing

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum hybrida)

Rock Cress 'Cascade Mix' is a low-growing perennial that creates a carpet of vibrant spring color. Its trailing habit and masses of purple, pink, red, and violet blooms spill beautifully over walls, borders, and rock gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it’s a spring favorite for adding rich groundcover.

What Makes It Special

• Produces a cascade of bright spring flowers

• Excellent for rockeries, walls, and edging

• Hardy and long-lasting groundcover

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aubrieta cultorum hybrida

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Bloom time: Spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and slopes

• Edging and groundcover

• Walls, containers, and cottage gardens

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant 20–25 cm apart

• Flowers from the second year onward