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Moss Rose Longbloom Double Mix – 2,000 Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora)

Moss Rose Longbloom Double Mix (Portulaca grandiflora) is a vibrant annual producing abundant double blooms in a rainbow of colors, including pink, red, yellow, orange, and white. Its low-growing, spreading habit makes it ideal for rockeries, borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. Fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators while adding continuous summer color.

Why Grow "Longbloom Double Mix"

• Profusion of double blooms in bright mixed colors

• Low-growing, spreading habit ideal for ground cover

• Long flowering period from summer to autumn

• Drought-tolerant and easy to maintain

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Portulaca grandiflora)

• Height: 10–20 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Rockeries, borders, containers, ground cover, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Sunny borders and garden beds

• Rockeries and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in seed trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead occasionally to prolong flowering

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ – Seeds (Erigeron speciosus)

Fleabane Daisy ‘Pink Jewel’ (Erigeron speciosus) is a hardy perennial producing masses of cheerful daisy-like blooms in shades of rosy-pink with golden centers. Flowering from early summer into autumn, this variety brings long-lasting color and a natural charm to borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife areas. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it is a reliable choice for low-maintenance gardens. Its nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Why Grow "Pink Jewel"

• Masses of rosy-pink daisy-like flowers with golden centers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Erigeron speciosus)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

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

Ideal For

• Adding pink color to borders and beds

• Naturalistic and cottage-style planting

• Wildlife-friendly and pollinator gardens

• Low-maintenance perennial displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun or light shade

Borage – Seeds

(Borago officinalis) – Edible Flowers & Pollinator Magnet

Borage, also known as the starflower, is a fast-growing annual herb admired for its vivid blue, star-shaped flowers and fuzzy, cucumber-flavored leaves. A favorite of bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, it makes an excellent addition to herb gardens, vegetable patches, or pollinator-friendly borders. Both flowers and young leaves are edible – perfect for garnishing salads, desserts, drinks, or freezing into ice cubes.

Key Features

• Plant type: Annual herb

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowers: Bright blue, star-shaped

• Foliage: Grey-green, hairy leaves with cucumber flavor

• Position: Full sun to light shade

• Soil: Moderately fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Herb & cottage gardens

• Attracting pollinators (especially bees)

• Edible flowers & herbal teas

• Companion planting with tomatoes, strawberries, and courgettes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–June, direct in soil, 1 cm deep.

• Germination: 7–14 days.

• Spacing: Thin to 30 cm apart.

• Flowering: June–September.

Care Tips

• Easy to grow and self-seeding – will naturalize readily.

• Pinch back growing tips for bushier plants.

• Collect flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.

• Water in dry spells but avoid overwatering.

🍓 Fragaria vesca ‘Yellow Wonder’ – Alpine Strawberry with Sweet Yellow Fruits

‘Yellow Wonder’ is a distinctive alpine strawberry variety grown for its small, creamy-yellow fruits and intensely sweet, aromatic flavour. Unlike red strawberries, the pale fruits are less attractive to birds, making this variety especially reliable for home gardeners. The berries are soft, richly flavoured and ideal for fresh eating, desserts and garnishing.

Plants are compact, clump-forming and runnerless, focusing their energy on continuous fruit production rather than spreading. ‘Yellow Wonder’ fruits over a long season and is well suited to beds, containers, raised beds and pots, including indoor growing on a sunny windowsill.

Key Features

● Sweet, aromatic yellow alpine strawberries

● Pale fruits less attractive to birds

● Runnerless plants with compact growth

● Long fruiting season from summer onwards

● Ideal for gardens, containers and pots

How to Sow & Grow Alpine Strawberry ‘Yellow Wonder’ (UK)

Sow indoors: I–III (January–March)

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June)

Direct outdoors: IV–V (April–May)

Fruiting: VI–IX (June–September)

Life cycle: Perennial

Germination temperature: 18–22 °C (64–72 °F)

Average germ time: 14–28 days

Depth: Surface sow – do not cover; gently press into soil (light required)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist during germination

Environment: Full sun to partial shade

Soil type: Fertile, well-drained soil

Plant spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in)

Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Cold stratification for 2–3 weeks can improve germination.

● Harvest fruits when fully yellow and soft for best flavour.

● Regular harvesting encourages continuous fruiting.

● Mulch plants to keep fruits clean.

● Suitable for indoor growing in pots on a sunny windowsill.

Sunflower Tall ‘Summer Beauty’ Mixed – Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower Tall ‘Summer Beauty’ Mixed (Helianthus annuus) is a stunning annual that produces tall, vigorous plants with a mix of cream, bronze, and golden-yellow flowers. Blooming from mid-summer to autumn, this variety creates a spectacular, natural-looking display in borders, gardens, or as cut flowers. Easy to grow and hardy, it attracts pollinators and adds height, texture, and long-lasting color to any outdoor space.

Why Grow "Summer Beauty"

• Mix of cream, bronze, and golden-yellow blooms

• Tall, vigorous plants for dramatic garden displays

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to autumn

• Pollinator-friendly and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Helianthus annuus)

• Height: 150–250 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, gardens, cut flowers, pollinator-friendly plantings

Ideal For

• Tall, dramatic displays in gardens and borders

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Wildlife-friendly planting to attract bees and butterflies

• Naturalistic and cottage-style plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20–25°C

• Space plants: 30–40 cm apart in rows 60–75 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

• Water moderately until established

Matthiola Stock Ten Week Light Blue – Seeds (Matthiola incana)

Matthiola Stock Ten Week Light Blue (Matthiola incana) is a charming annual known for its elegant spikes of soft, light blue blooms. Flowering just 10 weeks after sowing, this variety combines quick growth with long-lasting beauty. Renowned for its delightful fragrance, it is perfect for borders, beds, and containers, as well as cut flower arrangements. A cottage garden favorite, it brings both color and scent into your summer garden.

Why Grow "Ten Week Light Blue"

• Soft light blue flower spikes with a sweet fragrance

• Quick to flower – just 10 weeks from sowing

• Ideal as cut flowers with long-lasting blooms

• Compact, easy-to-grow annual

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Matthiola incana)

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Flowering: Early to late summer

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Adding soft pastel color to summer borders

• Fragrant cottage-style planting

• Cut flower bouquets and arrangements

• Quick and rewarding garden displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–18°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ – Seeds

(Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ is a dramatic variety, admired for its velvety, deep burgundy-red petals with a dark center. Unlike traditional yellow sunflowers, this striking ornamental adds a bold splash of color to borders, bouquets, and wildlife-friendly gardens. Long-lasting and pollen-free, it’s ideal for cutting and arranging.

Why Grow Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’?

• Unique deep red blooms with velvety texture

• Long-lasting flowers for borders and vases

• Pollen-free, making it excellent for cut flowers

• Attracts pollinators while adding bold garden color

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and dramatic summer displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Adding bold contrast in mixed plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots, 1 cm deep

• Sow outdoors: April–June directly in soil after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: Thin or transplant to 40–50 cm apart

• Care: Water well and provide support for taller plants

Cosmos 'Sensation' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Cosmos 'Sensation' mix is a classic cottage garden favorite, producing masses of large, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, carmine, red, and pure white. With delicate, fern-like foliage and tall, graceful stems, this variety adds a light and airy charm to borders, wildflower meadows, and cut flower displays. Easy to grow and quick to bloom, it is an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.

Highlights

• Large daisy-like flowers in a vibrant color mix

• Ferny foliage and tall, elegant stems

• Long flowering season, from summer to autumn

• Excellent for cut flowers

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: 'Sensation' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 90–120 cm tall, 40–50 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens

• Wildflower-style plantings

• Borders and background color

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Harden off and plant out after the last frost, spacing 30–40 cm apart

• Alternatively, sow direct outdoors April–May where plants are to grow

Rock Cress Red – 300 Seeds (Aubrieta cultorum)

Rock Cress Red (Aubrieta cultorum) is a low-growing perennial with vibrant red flowers that form a dense, carpet-like display. Ideal for rockeries, walls, and borders, it blooms in early spring, adding an eye-catching splash of color to gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, it attracts pollinators and thrives in sunny, well-drained spots.

Why Grow "Rock Cress Red"

• Bright red flowers forming a dense, trailing carpet

• Early spring blooms for early garden color

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Aubrieta cultorum)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: March–May

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rockeries, walls, borders, ground cover

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly garden spaces

• Ground cover for sunny spots

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Prune lightly after flowering to encourage compact growth