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Blue Lupine – Seeds (Lupinus angustifolius)

Blue Lupine (Lupinus angustifolius) is a stunning annual or short-lived perennial producing tall spikes of vivid blue pea-like flowers. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it adds vertical interest and vibrant color to borders, cottage gardens, and mixed flower beds. Hardy and easy to grow, this variety attracts bees and butterflies, making it perfect for pollinator-friendly gardens and long-lasting summer displays.

Why Grow "Blue Lupine"

• Tall spikes of striking blue flowers

• Long flowering season from late spring to early summer

• Hardy, low-maintenance annual or short-lived perennial

• Pollinator-friendly and adds vertical interest

Key Features

• Type: Annual/Short-lived perennial (Lupinus angustifolius)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, mixed flower beds, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Vertical color in borders and mixed beds

• Cottage-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Long-lasting summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Mulch in winter for protection in colder regions

Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ – Seeds (Rudbeckia fulgida)

Description:
Add long-lasting summer color with Rudbeckia ‘Goldsturm’ (Rudbeckia fulgida). This hardy perennial produces striking golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers with dark centers on strong, upright stems. Blooming from midsummer to autumn, it attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies and is perfect for borders, mixed beds, and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and low maintenance, ‘Goldsturm’ is a reliable favorite for any garden.

Key Features

• Bright golden-yellow daisy-like blooms with dark centers

• Hardy, long-lasting perennial

• Blooms midsummer through autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Strong, upright stems; ideal for cutting

Ideal For

• Borders and mixed flower beds

• Cottage and perennial gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Sow Outdoors: April–May, after frost

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Spacing: 30–40 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Care Tips

• Deadhead faded blooms to extend flowering

• Water moderately during dry spells

• Divide clumps every 3–4 years to maintain vigor

• Mulch in winter in colder regions

Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' is a charming compact sunflower variety with soft, fully double golden blooms that resemble fluffy pompons. Growing only about 40–60 cm tall, this dwarf type is perfect for smaller gardens, containers, and borders while still delivering the cheerful impact of traditional sunflowers. Its long-lasting flowers are excellent for cutting and loved by pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for pots and small gardens

• Double pompom-style golden blooms

• Long flowering period with continuous color

• Attracts bees and butterflies while brightening patios and borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Teddy Bear'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Containers and patio pots

• Small gardens or children’s gardens

• Front borders and bedding displays

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or directly outdoors after frost

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

3. Transplanting: Harden off and plant out seedlings after the last frost

4. Care: Water well in dry periods; compact plants rarely need staking.

Columbine ‘William Guinness’ – Seeds

(Aquilegia vulgaris)

Columbine ‘William Guinness’ is a charming perennial featuring elegant, spurred flowers in deep, rich blue-violet shades with contrasting yellow centers. Its graceful, nodding blooms make it a standout in borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Easy to grow and long-lasting, this variety adds height and sophistication to any garden.

Why Grow Columbine ‘William Guinness’?

• Striking blue-violet spurred flowers with yellow centers

• Hardy perennial, easy to grow

• Long flowering period in late spring to early summer

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Key Features

• Type: Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowers: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage and mixed borders

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Woodland and naturalistic plantings

• Adding vertical elegance to flower beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant: Harden off and plant outside after last frost

• Care: Water moderately, mulch to retain moisture, deadhead to prolong blooms

Sweet Pea Perfume ‘Promise’ – Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea Perfume ‘Promise’ is a fragrant annual climber producing elegant, soft pink blooms that release a delightful scent all summer. Perfect for trellises, fences, obelisks, and window boxes, its long flowering season and compact climbing habit make it ideal for adding both color and fragrance to borders and containers. Easy to grow, it’s a favorite for gardeners seeking beautiful, aromatic blooms.

Why Grow "Perfume ‘Promise’"

• Soft pink, fragrant blooms

• Long flowering season from summer onwards

• Compact climber suitable for trellises and containers

• Adds both color and sweet scent to gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual climber (Lathyrus odoratus)

• Height: 150–180 cm

• Flowering: Summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, obelisks, window boxes, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical displays in small or large gardens

• Patio and container planting

• Pollinator-friendly garden designs

• Gardeners seeking fragrant, long-flowering climbers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in well-drained soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Space seedlings: 20–25 cm apart

• Provide support for climbing

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Forest' – Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Forest' is a striking variety of Black-Eyed Susan with warm, fiery shades of red, bronze, orange, and golden yellow – like the colors of a glowing autumn woodland. Its daisy-like flowers with dark centers bloom generously over summer and early autumn, creating a bold display that attracts bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant mix of autumn-toned blooms

• Long flowering season with continuous color

• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies

• Excellent for cutting, borders, and containers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Common name: Black-Eyed Susan

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 45–60 cm tall, bushy habit

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildlife-friendly borders

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Container displays

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost, press lightly, and cover very lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination takes 7–21 days

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

4. Care: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering. Water well in dry spells.

Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix – Seeds

(Scabiosa atropurpurea)

Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix produces compact, bushy plants adorned with fully double, colourful blooms in shades of pink, lavender, and cream. Long-flowering and easy to grow, these dwarf scabious plants are perfect for borders, rockeries, and container displays. They attract butterflies and bees, making them a pollinator-friendly garden choice.

Why Grow Sweet Scabious Dwarf Double Mix?

• Fully double, colourful flowers in pink, lavender, and cream

• Compact and long-flowering

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers

Key Features

• Type: Annual / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage and mixed borders

• Rockeries and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Low-maintenance ornamental 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

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Water moderately; deadhead to prolong flowering

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

Fragrant Flowers Mix – 1g

The Fragrant Flowers Mix is a carefully selected blend of annuals and perennials chosen for their delightful scents and beautiful blooms. From sweet peas and stocks to aromatic herbs and cottage garden favorites, this mix fills your garden with fragrance from early summer to autumn. Perfect for borders, beds, and containers, it also provides excellent cut flowers to enjoy indoors. Easy to grow and pollinator-friendly, this mix combines beauty, scent, and biodiversity in one packet.

Why Grow "Fragrant Flowers Mix"

• A blend of scented annuals and perennials

• Long season of blooms with sweet fragrance

• Great for cut flowers and bouquets

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annuals & perennials mix

• Packet: 1 g (sufficient for a generous area)

• Flowering: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

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

Ideal For

• Adding fragrance to garden paths and seating areas

• Cottage and wildflower-style planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 14–28 days depending on species

• Thin seedlings as required for strong growth

• Prefers well-drained soil in a sunny position

• Water regularly until established