Sow in April

Alyssum 'Rosie O'Day' Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Alyssum 'Rosie O'Day' is a vibrant, rose-pink, carpet-forming annual with a compact, spreading habit. Its masses of small, fragrant flowers create a stunning display in borders, rock gardens, containers, or hanging baskets. Loved by pollinators, it blooms continuously throughout the summer, brightening any garden space.

What Makes It Special

• Rose-pink, fragrant blooms that form a dense, carpet-like cover

• Compact and low-growing – perfect for edging and containers

• Long-lasting flowering from spring to autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lobularia maritima

• Variety: 'Rosie O'Day'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: May–September

Ideal For

• Edging paths and borders

• Rockeries and gravel beds

• Containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the soil surface and press lightly (do not cover – seeds need light to germinate)

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart when large enough

4. Care: Water lightly and regularly; deadhead to encourage continuous blooms

Nemesia 'Carnival' Mixed – Seeds (Nemesia strumosa)

A compact and free-flowering annual, Nemesia 'Carnival' produces masses of cheerful, brightly colored blooms throughout summer. Its bushy, neat habit makes it ideal for edging, low borders, containers, and window boxes. A reliable choice for continuous seasonal color.

Highlights

• Richly colored blooms in a vibrant mix

• Compact, bushy plants for neat displays

• Long flowering period from early summer

• Easy to grow annual, suitable for beginners

• Thrives in beds, borders, and containers

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Nemesia strumosa

• Variety: 'Carnival' Mixed

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 20–25 cm tall

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: Summer to early autumn

Perfect For

• Bedding schemes and cottage gardens

• Patio pots, containers, and window boxes

• Low-growing borders and edging

• Adding vibrant color to garden displays

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–April at 15–20°C

• Surface sow seeds; press lightly into soil (do not cover)

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, spacing 15–20 cm apart

• Harden off and plant outdoors after last frost

Morning Glory ‘Ruffle Red’ – 5 Seeds

(Ipomoea imperialis)

The Morning Glory ‘Ruffle Red’ is a stunning and unusual climber with rich, velvety red blooms and beautifully ruffled, frilled petals. This variety combines the classic vigour of Morning Glories with a more exotic flower form, making it a real highlight in the garden. Its lush heart-shaped foliage and continuous summer display make it ideal for covering fences, arches, pergolas, and trellises.

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber

• Height: 2–3 m

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun / partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Adding a dramatic splash of red to vertical spaces

• Fences, arches, trellises, and pergolas

• Large containers with supports

• Cottage gardens and exotic planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: May–June, after the last frost

• Pre-treatment: Nick or soak seeds 12–24 hours before sowing

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Plant spacing: 30–40 cm

• Provide strong support for climbing stems

• Deadhead to prolong flowering

China Pink 'Merry-go-round' – Seeds

(Dianthus chinensis)

China Pink 'Merry-go-round' is a charming annual featuring vibrant, frilled blooms in shades of pink with delicate markings. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, and containers, providing continuous colour throughout the summer. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, this variety also attracts pollinators, adding life and beauty to any garden.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings or transplant to 20–25 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' Mix Seeds (Dianthus barbatus Mix Double)

Sweet William 'Super Duplex' is a biennial flower prized for its lush, double-layered blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its dense flower clusters and upright growth make it perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements, adding a bold and elegant splash of color.

What Makes It Special

• Produces dense, double-layered flower clusters

• Vibrant mix of colors for eye-catching displays

• Compact, upright growth ideal for borders and mixed beds

• Excellent for cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus barbatus

• Common name: Sweet William 'Super Duplex'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–50 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Second year; late spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Biennial

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed flower beds

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio planting

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow:

   • Indoors: February–April for transplanting

   • Outdoors: April–May in well-prepared soil

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface and press lightly into soil

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

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Protect young plants from frost; deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom

Sweet Pea Old Spice 'Violet Queen' Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A classic heirloom variety, Sweet Pea 'Violet Queen' belongs to the renowned Old Spice group—celebrated for its exceptional fragrance and heat tolerance. This charming climbing sweet pea produces masses of blooms in deep violet-purple shades, filling the garden with nostalgic summer perfume. Perfect for trellises, arches, or cut flower arrangements.

Why Grow 'Violet Queen'

• Rich violet-purple blooms with outstanding fragrance

• More heat tolerant than many other sweet peas

• Excellent for cutting – long stems and lasting vase life

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, cut flowers, cottage gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after frost, spacing 20–30 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

• Regular deadheading prolongs flowering

Sweet Pea ‘Winston Churchill’ Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

A classic and elegant climbing variety, Sweet Pea ‘Winston Churchill’ is cherished for its large, fragrant blooms in soft, creamy pink tones with delicate shading. Vigorous and long-flowering, it’s perfect for trellises, arches, fences, and cut flower arrangements, adding timeless charm and fragrance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Winston Churchill'

• Large, fragrant, soft pink blooms with subtle shading

• Vigorous climbing habit, ideal for vertical displays

• Excellent for cutting – long stems and lasting vase life

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after frost, spacing 20–30 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

• Deadhead regularly for prolonged flowering

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

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