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Drummond's Phlox 'Art Shades' Mix – Seeds (Phlox drummondii grandiflora)

Drummond's Phlox 'Art Shades' Mix (Phlox drummondii grandiflora) is a stunning annual that produces masses of large, brightly colored flowers in a wide range of pastel and vivid shades. Blooming from early summer to autumn, it provides long-lasting displays that light up borders, bedding schemes, rock gardens, and containers. With its compact habit and profusion of blooms, this phlox is both versatile and easy to grow, attracting bees and butterflies throughout the season.

Why Grow "Art Shades" Mix

• Bright and pastel blooms in a wide range of colors

• Long flowering season from early summer to autumn

• Compact, bushy growth ideal for borders and beds

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Phlox drummondii grandiflora)

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun or light shade

• Uses: Borders, bedding, rock gardens, containers, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding vibrant color to summer displays

• Compact planting for small gardens or pots

• Rockeries, edging, and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly flower beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

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

Horned Pansy 'Prince John' Seeds (Viola cornuta)

The Horned Pansy 'Prince John' is a delightful heirloom variety of Viola cornuta, loved for its charming golden-yellow blooms with subtle shading. Compact and long-flowering, it’s ideal for brightening up borders, containers, and rock gardens with a cheerful splash of sunshine. Hardy and easy to grow, it also attracts pollinators to the garden.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive golden-yellow flowers

• Hardy perennial (often grown as a biennial)

• Perfect for naturalizing or cottage-style gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola cornuta

• Perennial (treated as biennial in some climates)

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: May–September

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and naturalized plantings

• Borders, pots, and rockeries

• Long-lasting displays from spring to autumn

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April, cover lightly with compost

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant outdoors: after last frost, 20 cm apart

• Prefers sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil

Flowering Maple Mix – Seeds (Abutilon hybridum ‘Bellevue’)

Flowering Maple ‘Bellevue Mix’ (Abutilon hybridum) is a stunning half-hardy perennial known for its maple-like foliage and graceful, lantern-shaped blooms in shades of red, orange, yellow, and pink. Perfect for containers, conservatories, or sheltered borders, it flowers over a long season and attracts pollinators with its nectar-rich blossoms.

Why Grow "Bellevue Mix"

• Exotic, lantern-shaped flowers in rich colors

• Maple-like foliage for added interest

• Long flowering season

• Pollinator-friendly and versatile

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy perennial (Abutilon hybridum)

• Height: 90–150 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun or light shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, conservatories, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Conservatories and patios

• Containers and sheltered spots

• Exotic or tropical-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 20–30 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant to 45 cm spacing after frost

• Prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular watering

• Can be overwintered indoors in frost-free conditions

Dahlia 'Mignon Coltness' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Mignon Coltness' is a compact, free-flowering variety that produces masses of single blooms in warm shades of scarlet, orange, and yellow with golden centers. Easy to grow from seed, these bushy plants create a bold splash of summer color and are perfect for borders, edging, and containers. Loved by pollinators, they’ll keep your garden lively all season long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding and borders

• Containers and pots

• Edging paths and garden beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

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

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly for continuous flowering

Canna ‘Indian Shot’ Mix – Seeds (Canna indica Mix)

Canna ‘Indian Shot’ Mix (Canna indica) is a striking annual producing lush foliage and vibrant flowers in a mix of red, orange, and yellow shades. These tall, tropical-looking plants add drama and color to borders, beds, and containers, flowering from mid-summer to autumn. Easy to grow in fertile, well-drained soil, Cannas are perfect for creating bold garden displays and attracting pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees.

Why Grow "Indian Shot" Mix

• Stunning tropical foliage with bright, mixed-color flowers

• Long flowering period from mid-summer to autumn

• Tall and dramatic for borders, beds, and containers

• Attracts pollinators and adds tropical flair

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Canna indica Mix)

• Height: 80–120 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, beds, containers, tropical-style gardens

Ideal For

• Bold summer displays and tropical-themed gardens

• Container planting and patio decoration

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding height and vibrant color to mixed beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 20–25°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 40–50 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Morning Glory ‘Milky Way’ – Seeds

(Ipomoea tricolor)

Morning Glory ‘Milky Way’ is a stunning climbing annual with vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in deep blue with white star-like centers. Fast-growing and vigorous, it’s perfect for trellises, fences, and arbors, creating a breathtaking vertical display. Loved by pollinators, it also makes a striking addition to cottage gardens and ornamental plantings.

Why Grow Morning Glory ‘Milky Way’?

• Striking blue flowers with white star-like centers

• Vigorous climber, fast-growing and long-flowering

• Attracts bees and hummingbirds

• Ideal for vertical garden displays

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber

• Height: 250–300 cm

• Flowers: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, and arbors

• Cottage and ornamental gardens

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

• Quick vertical coverage and decorative screens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: After last frost directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20°C

• Support: Provide trellis or fence for climbing

• Care: Water regularly; trim for shape and extended flowering

Dwarf Stock Ten Week Scarlet – Seeds

(Matthiola incana)

Dwarf Stock Ten Week Scarlet is a charming annual producing dense clusters of vibrant scarlet flowers with a delicate, sweet fragrance. Compact and long-flowering, it’s ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers. Its elegant blooms attract pollinators and are perfect for cutting, adding color and scent to gardens and bouquets.

Why Grow Dwarf Stock Ten Week Scarlet?

• Dense clusters of vibrant scarlet blooms

• Sweetly fragrant and long-flowering

• Compact habit, perfect for small spaces

• Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowers: Spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, rockeries, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flowers and floral arrangements

• Small, compact garden spaces

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Moderate watering; deadhead to prolong flowering

Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow – Seeds

(Centaurea imperialis)

Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow is an elegant annual with bright, golden-yellow, pompom-like blooms atop sturdy stems. Its long-flowering habit and compact form make it ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Why Grow Cornflower Sweet Sultan Yellow?

• Bright yellow pompom-like blooms

• Compact, long-flowering annual

• Excellent for borders and cut flowers

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowers: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Container planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Water moderately and deadhead to encourage continuous flowering