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Petunia ‘Alderman Violet’ – Seeds

(Petunia nana compacta) – Annual

The Petunia ‘Alderman Violet’ is a compact and richly flowering variety, producing a mass of deep violet blooms all summer long. With its neat, low-growing habit, it is ideal for edging, borders, rock gardens, or containers. Its continuous flowering and striking color make it a favorite for vibrant summer displays.

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowers: Vibrant violet, trumpet-shaped blooms

• Blooming period: June–October

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Light, fertile, well-drained soil

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Hanging baskets & containers

• Window boxes

• Rock gardens and summer borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April on the surface of moist seed compost (do not cover; light aids germination).

• Germination: 10–20 days at 20–25°C.

• Transplant: Prick out seedlings when large enough, then harden off before planting outdoors after last frost.

• Care: Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering. Water and feed for best results.

Petunia ‘Superbissima’ Mix – Seeds (Petunia grandiflora)

The Petunia ‘Superbissima’ Mix is a grandiflora variety featuring large, vibrant blooms in a range of colors including pink, purple, red, and white. With a bushy, upright habit, these petunias are ideal for bedding, borders, containers, and garden displays, offering a long-lasting, showy splash of summer color.

What Makes It Special

• Large, showy flowers in a vivid color mix

• Upright, bushy growth ideal for beds and containers

• Continuous blooms throughout summer for long-lasting impact

• Easy to grow and highly ornamental

Key Features

• Botanical name: Petunia grandiflora

• Variety: ‘Superbissima’ Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Position: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Bedding displays and borders

• Patio pots and containers

• Garden planters and decorative spaces

• Adding vibrant summer color to any garden

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Surface sow on moist seed compost

   • Press lightly; do not cover

   • Keep at 20–24°C; germination 10–21 days

3. After germination:

   • Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough

   • Harden off before planting out after the last frost

   • Space 20–25 cm apart

Perez Sea Lavender – Seeds (Limonium perezii)

Description:
Bring long-lasting coastal charm to your garden with Perez Sea Lavender (Limonium perezii). This hardy perennial produces delicate clusters of lavender-purple flowers atop sturdy, evergreen foliage. Known for its drought tolerance and excellent performance in coastal conditions, Perez Sea Lavender is ideal for borders, rock gardens, and dried flower arrangements. Its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators and add subtle elegance to any garden.

Key Features

• Hardy perennial with lavender-purple flower clusters

• Evergreen foliage with strong, upright stems

• Drought-tolerant and coastal-friendly

• Long-lasting blooms, ideal for fresh and dried arrangements

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Coastal and rock gardens

• Borders and mixed beds

• Dried flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Transplant Outdoors: May–June, after frost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or fertile

Care Tips

• Water regularly until established, then drought-tolerant

• Remove spent blooms to encourage new growth

• Mulch lightly in winter in colder climates

• Minimal maintenance once mature

Peony Aster ‘Blue Duchesse’ – Seeds

(Callistephus chinensis) – Large-Flowered Annual Aster

Peony Aster ‘Blue Duchesse’ is a stunning variety producing large, double blooms in rich royal blue shades resembling peonies. The sturdy stems and full flowers make it an excellent choice for cutting, while its compact habit and long flowering season bring vibrant color to garden beds and borders from mid-summer through autumn.

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Color: Deep blue

• Special: Peony-type double blooms; long-lasting flowers

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and mixed flower beds

• Cottage gardens

• Container displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April

• Transplant outdoors: After frost

• Spacing: 25–30 cm

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil

• Sunlight: Full sun or partial shade

Care Tips

• Remove faded blooms to prolong flowering.

• Avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew.

• Excellent for bouquets and floral arrangements.

Peony Aster ‘Siedajadama’ Red – Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

Peony Aster ‘Siedajadama’ Red (Callistephus chinensis) is a vibrant annual featuring lush, fully double red blooms reminiscent of peonies. Blooming from mid-summer to autumn, these compact asters are ideal for borders, containers, and cottage-style gardens. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, they attract pollinators and provide long-lasting color, making them perfect for cheerful garden displays and cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow "Siedajadama Red"

• Fully double, lush red blooms

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to autumn

• Compact, low-maintenance annual

• Pollinator-friendly and excellent for cut flowers

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Callistephus chinensis)

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, containers, cottage gardens, cut flowers, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Adding vibrant color to borders and compact spaces

• Container planting and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer and autumn cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering

Paper Daisy Immortelle Mix Seeds (Xeranthemum annuum)

The Paper Daisy Immortelle Mix produces a colorful assortment of long-lasting, daisy-like blooms perfect for fresh or dried arrangements. Its compact, upright growth habit and vibrant flowers make it an excellent choice for borders, beds, and container displays. Loved for its ability to retain shape and color when dried, it’s ideal for everlasting bouquets and garden decoration.

What Makes It Special

• Colorful, long-lasting blooms that dry naturally for arrangements

• Compact, upright growth ideal for garden beds and containers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies while adding vibrant summer color

Key Features

• Botanical name: Xeranthemum annuum

• Variety: Immortelle Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 25–35 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Fresh-cut and dried flower arrangements

• Garden borders, beds, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Container displays and floral crafts

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly; do not cover too deeply

   • Germination in 10–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough; plant outdoors after frost

4. Care: Water regularly and deadhead to prolong flowering and encourage continuous blooms

Paper Daisy Everlasting Giant-Flowered Mixture Seeds

The Paper Daisy Everlasting produces large, vibrant, daisy-like blooms that retain their color and shape when dried. This easy-to-grow annual is perfect for fresh-cut arrangements, dried flower crafts, or adding bold, long-lasting color to garden beds and borders. Its mounding habit and sturdy stems make it a versatile addition to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Large, colorful daisy-like blooms with excellent longevity

• Flowers dry naturally, perfect for everlasting arrangements

• Easy-to-grow, hardy, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies while adding bold color to borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helichrysum / Xerochrysum bracteatum

• Variety: Giant-flowered mixture

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 25–35 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Fresh-cut or dried flower arrangements

• Borders, beds, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Container displays and floral crafts

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors; April–June outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly; do not cover too deeply

   • Keep at 18–22°C; germination occurs in 10–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough; plant outside after frost

4. Care: Water regularly and remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming

Pansy Trailing Yellow Seeds (Viola williamsii pendula)

The Pansy Trailing Yellow (Viola williamsii pendula) is a cheerful and versatile variety, producing an abundance of bright yellow blooms that spill gracefully over baskets, containers, and window boxes. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for adding cascades of color to outdoor displays from spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Masses of golden-yellow flowers

• Naturally trailing growth – ideal for hanging baskets

• Long blooming season with minimal care

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola williamsii pendula

• Hardy annual / short-lived perennial

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Spread / trail: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: Spring to autumn

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Containers and patio pots

• Bedding and ground cover

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays, cover lightly

• Germination: 10–14 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, 20 cm apart

• Prefers sun or partial shade and well-drained soil

Painted Tongue 'Superbissima' Mix Seeds (Salpiglossis sinuata)

Painted Tongue 'Superbissima' is a striking annual known for its large, trumpet-shaped blooms with intricate veining in a vibrant mix of colors. Its upright, bushy habit and long flowering season make it perfect for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. Loved for its dramatic patterns, it adds elegance and color to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Large, trumpet-shaped flowers with intricate veining in mixed colors

• Long-flowering, adding continuous color throughout summer

• Upright, bushy growth habit ideal for borders and containers

• Excellent for cut flowers and ornamental displays

Key Features

• Botanical name: Salpiglossis sinuata

• Variety: 'Superbissima' Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 30–40 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Borders and beds for vibrant color

• Containers, window boxes, and patio displays

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; March–May outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly; do not cover

   • Germination in 10–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings 30–40 cm apart after frost

4. Care: Water moderately; remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming