Sow in April

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

Sunflower 'Big Smile' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Sunflower 'Big Smile' is one of the earliest and most compact sunflower varieties, growing just 25–40 cm tall. It produces cheerful, golden-yellow blooms with dark centers, making it ideal for containers, borders, and small gardens. Despite its size, it flowers profusely and brings a burst of sunshine to any space.

What Makes It Special

• Extra compact dwarf variety – perfect for pots and small spaces

• Early flowering, bringing color sooner than most sunflowers

• Bright golden blooms with strong stems

• Low-maintenance, easy to grow

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Big Smile'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Small gardens and borders

• Children’s gardens and beginner growers

• Quick, cheerful summer color

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 direct outdoors after frost risk has passed

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

3. Transplanting: Thin or transplant seedlings to 20–30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly; no staking required due to dwarf habit.

Morning Glory Mix Seeds (Ipomoea tricolor)

Morning Glory Mix is a vibrant climbing annual featuring trumpet-shaped flowers in a variety of colors, including blue, pink, purple, and white. Its rapid growth and twining habit make it perfect for trellises, fences, arches, and containers. Loved for its colorful display and long flowering season, it adds vertical charm to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Trumpet-shaped blooms in multiple colors for a dynamic display

• Fast-growing climber ideal for vertical gardening

• Long-flowering from summer to autumn

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ipomoea tricolor

• Variety: Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: Climbs 2–3 m; spread depends on support

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

• Flowering period: July–October

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, pergolas, and arches

• Containers with support for vertical growth

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding vibrant color to summer and autumn garden spaces

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Scarify or soak seeds overnight for faster germination

   • Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep in pots or seed trays

   • Germination occurs in 7–14 days at 20–25°C

3. Transplanting: Plant outdoors with support after frost

4. Care: Water moderately; provide trellis or support; pinch tips for bushier growth

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink – Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

A soft and romantic twist on a classic cottage flower, Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink produces delicate clusters of pink blooms that bring charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s a pollinator-friendly addition that adds elegance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Mystic' Pink

• Unique pink color rarely found in forget-me-nots

• Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators

• Ideal for cut flowers with a soft pastel tone

• Low-maintenance, blooms over a long period

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, cutting

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens & wildflower meadows

• Cut flower bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Soft color themes and romantic borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly into prepared soil

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Water regularly until established

• Flowers first year

Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix – Seeds

(Dianthus barbatus) – Biennial/Short-lived Perennial

The Sweet William ‘Pinocchio’ Mix is a compact variety that produces charming clusters of vividly colored flowers in shades of red, pink, white, and bicolor. Its fragrant, long-lasting blooms make it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers. Compact in habit, it’s perfect for smaller spaces and containers while still bringing cottage-garden charm.

Key Features

• Type: Biennial / short-lived perennial

• Height: 25–30 cm

• Blooming period: May–July (from second year)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rock and cottage gardens

• Containers and small gardens

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–20°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June for flowering the following year

• Sowing depth: Surface sow, lightly cover with fine soil

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Deadhead regularly; mulch in winter for protection

Petunia Mix – Seeds (Petunia hybrida pendula)

The Petunia Mix is a trailing variety producing a cascade of colorful blooms in shades of pink, purple, red, and white. Its pendulous habit makes it perfect for hanging baskets, window boxes, and containers, creating a vibrant, overflowing display all summer long.

What Makes It Special

• Cascading trailing habit for dramatic garden displays

• Mixed vibrant colors for long-lasting visual appeal

• Continuous flowering from early summer to autumn

• Ideal for creating striking hanging baskets and container arrangements

Key Features

• Botanical name: Petunia hybrida pendula

• Variety: Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 20–25 cm tall, trailing 40–50 cm

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and window boxes

• Patio containers and garden planters

• Adding trailing color to borders and raised beds

• Brightening balconies and terraces

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Surface sow on moist seed compost

   • Press lightly; do not cover

   • Maintain 20–24°C; germination 10–21 days

3. After germination:

   • Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough

   • Harden off before planting out after the last frost

   • Space 20–25 cm apart for trailing growth

Morning Glory 'Heavenly Blue' Seeds (Ipomoea tricolor)

Morning Glory 'Heavenly Blue' is a vigorous climbing annual known for its large, trumpet-shaped, sky-blue flowers with a bright white throat. Its rapid growth makes it ideal for trellises, fences, arches, and containers. Loved for its breathtaking color and fast coverage, it adds vertical beauty and charm to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Large sky-blue trumpet-shaped flowers with a white throat

• Fast-growing climber ideal for vertical displays

• Long-flowering from summer to autumn

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ipomoea tricolor

• Variety: 'Heavenly Blue'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: Climbs 2–3 m; spread depends on support

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

• Flowering period: July–October

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, arches, and pergolas

• Containers with support for vertical growth

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Adding dramatic color to summer and autumn gardens

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Scarify or soak seeds overnight for faster germination

   • Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep in pots or seed trays

   • Germination occurs in 7–14 days at 20–25°C

3. Transplanting: Plant outdoors with support after frost

4. Care: Water moderately; provide trellis or support; pinch tips for bushier growth

Mexican Tarragon – Seeds

(Tagetes lucida) – Perennial Herb / Ornamental

Mexican Tarragon, also known as Sweet Mace or Spanish Tarragon, is a versatile plant prized both as a culinary herb and a decorative flower. It produces bright golden-yellow blossoms and aromatic leaves with a distinctive anise-like flavor, often used as a substitute for French tarragon in cooking. Highly valued in traditional medicine and rituals, it is also a magnet for pollinators like bees and butterflies.

Key Features

• Type: Tender perennial (often grown as annual in cooler climates)

• Height: 45–75 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowers: Clusters of golden-yellow blooms

• Blooming period: Summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Other: Aromatic foliage; edible herb

Ideal For

• Herb and kitchen gardens

• Summer borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and pots

• Edible landscaping

Culinary & Herbal Uses

• Leaves used fresh or dried in soups, sauces, chicken, and fish dishes

• Herbal teas with calming properties

• Traditional medicinal and ceremonial uses

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays with light soil.

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C.

• Transplant: Harden off and plant outdoors after the last frost.

• Care: Prefers sunny, warm positions. Pinch young shoots to encourage bushiness. Harvest leaves before flowering for best flavor.

Flowering Tobacco ‘Lime Green’ – Seeds

(Nicotiana alata)

Flowering Tobacco ‘Lime Green’ brings a refreshing splash of vibrant chartreuse-green to garden beds and containers. Its trumpet-shaped blooms are long-lasting, highly fragrant in the evening, and irresistible to moths and other night pollinators. The unique lime-green color makes it a standout companion for bold or dark-hued flowers.

Why Grow Flowering Tobacco ‘Lime Green’?

• Unusual lime-green trumpet flowers

• Strong evening fragrance

• Attracts pollinators, especially moths

• Provides color contrast in borders & containers

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowers: June–October

• Position: Full sun or part shade

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Evening-scented gardens

• Mixed borders & cottage gardens

• Containers & patio displays

• Companion planting with bold colors

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Feb–April on the surface of moist compost, do not cover (light aids germination)

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Harden off & plant out after frost

• Spacing: 25–30 cm apart

• Deadhead to encourage more blooms