Sow in April

Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' is a stunning, low-growing annual that produces masses of deep violet-purple, honey-scented flowers. Forming a compact and spreading mat, it’s a perfect choice for borders, rock gardens, containers, or as ground cover. Its sweet fragrance attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding life and colour to your garden.

What Makes It Special

• Striking rich violet-purple blooms with a sweet fragrance

• Compact, neat growth – great as a living carpet

• Long-lasting flowers from spring through autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lobularia maritima

• Variety: 'Royal Carpet'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

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

• Flowering period: May–September

Ideal For

• Edging borders and paths

• Rockeries and gravel gardens

• Containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Scatter seeds thinly on the surface of moist soil and press lightly (do not cover – requires light to germinate).

   • Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C.

3. Transplanting: Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart once established.

4. Care: Keep soil evenly moist, and deadhead to encourage continuous blooming.

Amaranthus Brown ‘Hot Biscuits’ – Seeds

(Amaranthus cruentus)

Amaranthus Brown ‘Hot Biscuits’ is a striking annual featuring rich brown foliage and dramatic, upright flower spikes. Its bold color adds depth and contrast to borders, flower beds, and containers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and makes a unique focal point in any garden.

Why Grow Amaranthus Brown ‘Hot Biscuits’?

• Rich brown foliage and upright flower spikes

• Bold, dramatic annual for color contrast

• Long-flowering and easy to grow

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Flowers: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and flower beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding vertical color and contrast

• Eye-catching garden focal points

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Care: Moderate watering; remove weeds and deadhead if needed

Amaranth Tricolor ‘Flaming Fountain’ – Seeds

(Amaranthus)

Amaranth Tricolor ‘Flaming Fountain’ is an annual with striking, cascading foliage in vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow, creating a “flaming” fountain effect. Its upright, arching habit makes it ideal for borders, containers, and dramatic garden focal points. Easy to grow and long-lasting, it also attracts pollinators.

Why Grow Amaranth Tricolor ‘Flaming Fountain’?

• Vibrant cascading foliage in red, orange, and yellow

• Dramatic fountain-like habit

• Long-flowering annual

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 60–120 cm

• Flowers: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, containers, and garden focal points

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding vertical color and texture

• Low-maintenance dramatic displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Care: Moderate watering; remove weeds and deadhead if needed

Amaranthus 'Joseph's Coat' Seeds (Amaranthus tricolor)

Amaranthus 'Joseph's Coat' is a striking annual grown for its vibrant, multicolored foliage in shades of red, gold, green, and bronze. Its upright, robust habit makes it perfect for adding dramatic color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it’s an eye-catching addition to any landscape.

What Makes It Special

• Vibrant, multicolored foliage in red, gold, green, and bronze

• Upright, sturdy growth for dramatic garden impact

• Low-maintenance and easy to grow

• Adds contrast and texture to mixed plantings

Key Features

• Botanical name: Amaranthus tricolor

• Variety: 'Joseph's Coat'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–120 cm tall, 30–50 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: Mainly grown for foliage; tiny green flowers in late summer

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and mixed plantings

• Containers and patio displays

• Foliage contrast in cottage gardens

• Summer gardens needing bold color

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in seed trays or pots

   • Germination takes 10–14 days at 20–25°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off seedlings and plant outdoors 30–50 cm apart after frost

4. Care: Water regularly; remove any dead leaves to maintain foliage appearance

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids Mix – 1,000 Seeds (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids (Schizanthus wisetonensis) is a stunning annual producing delicate, fringed blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and rockeries. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it adds a touch of exotic beauty to gardens while attracting pollinators.

Why Grow "Dr Badger’s Hybrids"

• Fringed, vibrant blooms in assorted colors

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

• Height: 20–40 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, rockeries, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Cottage-style and ornamental borders

• Container planting and patios

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Rockeries and small garden beds

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and sunny positions

• Deadhead occasionally to encourage prolonged flowering

Alpine Columbine Blue – Seeds (Aquilegia alpina)

Alpine Columbine Blue (Aquilegia alpina) is a hardy perennial prized for its striking, deep blue, spurred flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Compact and elegant, this alpine variety is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and alpine-style beds. Easy to grow and long-lived, it attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding beauty and ecological value to your garden.

Why Grow "Alpine Columbine Blue"

• Stunning deep blue, spurred flowers

• Long-lasting blooms from late spring to early summer

• Hardy, compact, and low-maintenance

• Pollinator-friendly and perfect for alpine gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Aquilegia alpina)

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rock gardens, borders, alpine-style beds, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Alpine and rock gardens

• Borders and compact perennial beds

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Adding early summer color

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in sun to partial shade

• Mulch in winter for protection in colder regions

African Marigold ‘Sugar and Spice Mix’ – Seeds

(Tagetes erecta) – Tall Double-Flowered Marigold

African Marigold ‘Sugar and Spice Mix’ produces large, double blooms in warm shades of yellow, gold, and orange. These tall, sturdy plants are ideal for adding vibrant color to summer beds, borders, and large containers. Heat-tolerant and long-blooming, they thrive in sunny spots and attract pollinators to the garden.

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 50–80 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Color: Mix of yellow, orange, and gold

• Special: Large double flowers, strong stems, long-lasting display

Ideal For

• Garden borders and flower beds

• Large pots and planters

• Summer bedding schemes

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April

• Transplant outdoors: After frost

• Spacing: 25–30 cm

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil

• Sunlight: Full sun

Care Tips

• Deadhead regularly to encourage more blooms.

• Avoid overwatering and water at the base of plants.

• Excellent in hot, sunny conditions.

African Daisy White – Seeds (Osteospermum ecklonis)

The African Daisy White is a striking, sun-loving annual producing elegant pure white daisy-like blooms with contrasting dark centers. A drought-tolerant plant, it thrives in poor soils and hot, sunny conditions, bringing long-lasting displays to borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Highlights

• Crisp white blooms with dark centers

• Thrives in hot, dry, sunny locations

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Osteospermum ecklonis

• Variety: African Daisy White

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–September

Perfect For

• Adding crisp, clean white accents to beds and borders

• Containers, pots, and patio displays

• Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance gardens

• Sunny rockeries and dry borders

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–April at 18–20°C

• Press seeds gently into compost, cover lightly

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers poor, sandy, well-drained soil