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Pansy ‘Clear Crystals Black’ – Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

Pansy ‘Clear Crystals Black’ (Viola wittrockiana) is a dramatic and elegant variety with large, velvety, jet-black blooms. Compact and easy to grow, it flowers from early spring through summer, and again in autumn with lasting displays. Perfect for borders, bedding, window boxes, and containers, these striking flowers also make excellent companions in mixed plantings. Hardy and reliable, pansies add bold contrast to the garden while attracting pollinators.

Why Grow "Clear Crystals Black"

• Striking velvety black blooms for dramatic displays

• Long flowering season from spring to autumn

• Compact, hardy, and easy to grow

• Great for borders, containers, and window boxes

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual/biennial (Viola wittrockiana)

• Height: 15–20 cm

• Flowering: Spring to autumn

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Bedding, borders, containers, window boxes, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding dramatic color contrast to displays

• Early spring and autumn garden interest

• Compact planting in pots and containers

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April or July–September

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers rich, moist but well-drained soil

• Deadhead regularly to prolong blooming

Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

The Dahlia dwarf ‘Starlight’ is a charming compact variety producing an abundance of single, star-shaped blooms in shades of red, pink, and white, often with contrasting centers. With its bushy, dwarf growth habit, this dahlia is ideal for containers, borders, bedding schemes, and patio displays. A long-flowering annual, it brings a burst of color from mid-summer until the first frost.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–35 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Containers, pots, and patio displays

• Bedding and border plantings

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Compact summer color displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow depth: 0.5 cm, cover lightly with soil

• Transplant: Harden off and plant outdoors after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Care: Water regularly, deadhead faded blooms to prolong flowering

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

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

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

Alpine Forget-Me-Not White Seeds (Myosotis alpestris)

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not White is a rare and elegant form of the classic alpine flower, producing clusters of pure white star-like blooms with delicate yellow centers. Compact and easy to grow, this hardy perennial is perfect for adding a touch of brightness to shady corners, rockeries, and spring borders. Its soft charm makes it a beautiful companion to blue and pink varieties, creating a natural alpine display.

What Makes It Special

• Unusual snow-white blooms, less common than the classic blue

• Hardy and resilient, ideal for cool and mountainous conditions

• A symbol of purity, remembrance, and enduring affection

• Pairs beautifully with colored alpine flowers and spring bulbs

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine White

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 15–20 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (often grown as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine borders

• Shady garden spots

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Mixed displays with blue and pink forget-me-nots

• Spring bulb underplanting (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths)

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Late spring to mid-summer (May–July) for blooms the following spring.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on trays or directly into finely raked soil outdoors.

   • Cover lightly with soil or compost.

   • Keep moist until germination (10–21 days).

3. Transplant/Thin: Space seedlings 15–20 cm apart when large enough to handle.

4. Care: Allow to self-seed naturally for repeat displays year after year.

English Daisy 'Pomponette' Pink Seeds (Bellis perennis)

The English Daisy ‘Pomponette’ Pink is a charming variety that produces neat, double pompon-shaped blooms in rich shades of soft to deep pink. Compact and easy to grow, it adds a delightful splash of color to borders, containers, and spring bedding displays. A timeless favorite, perfect for pairing with tulips, violas, and primroses.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive pompon-style flowers in shades of pink

• Compact, hardy, and low-maintenance

• Early and long flowering from spring through early summer

• Ideal for creating vibrant, colorful borders and edging

Key Features

• Botanical name: Bellis perennis

• Variety: Pomponette Pink

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

• Position: Full sun or partial shade; prefers moist, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Early spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Perennial, often grown as a biennial

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and spring bedding schemes

• Bright borders and edging

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Pairing with spring bulbs such as tulips and daffodils

• Creating a soft pink contrast in mixed planting displays

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Late spring to mid-summer (May–July) for flowers the following spring.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist seed compost.

   • Do not cover, as seeds need light to germinate.

   • Maintain moisture at 15–20°C. Germination takes 14–28 days.

3. Transplant/Thin: When seedlings are large enough, transplant into pots or trays. Harden off before planting outdoors 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Deadhead regularly to encourage more blooms. Protect young plants from harsh frost.

Pacific Giant ‘King Arthur’ – 110 Seeds (Delphinium cultorum)

Pacific Giant ‘King Arthur’ (Delphinium cultorum) is a striking perennial with tall, majestic spikes of deep blue flowers. Ideal for borders and cottage gardens, it creates a dramatic vertical display from mid-summer to early autumn. Easy to grow in well-drained soil and full sun, this variety attracts pollinators and adds a bold, elegant statement to any garden.

Why Grow "King Arthur"

• Tall, majestic spikes of deep blue flowers

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to early autumn

• Creates dramatic vertical accents in borders and gardens

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Delphinium cultorum)

• Height: 120–180 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, pollinator-friendly planting

Ideal For

• Tall border displays

• Cottage-style and pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cutting gardens for dramatic arrangements

• Adding vertical color and structure

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun

• Stake taller plants to prevent flopping

Standing Cypress – 150 Seeds (Ipomopsis rubra)

Add a dramatic vertical accent to your garden with Standing Cypress (Ipomopsis rubra). This hardy biennial or short-lived perennial produces tall, slender spikes covered with brilliant scarlet-red, trumpet-shaped flowers. Loved by hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, it creates a striking display in wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings. Its fern-like foliage provides texture, while the flowers bloom in succession for weeks of color.

Why Grow Standing Cypress?

• Vibrant scarlet-red tubular flowers

• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators

• Tall, airy spires up to 90–150 cm

• Perfect for naturalistic and meadow plantings

• Heat and drought tolerant once established

Key Features

• Type: Biennial or short-lived perennial wildflower

• Height: 90–150 cm

• Flowering: Summer (July–September)

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Uses: Pollinator gardens, borders, meadows, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows & prairie gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Adding height to borders and backdrops

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscapes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in trays or pots, cover lightly with soil

• Sow outdoors: Directly in April–June where they are to grow

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Thin/plant spacing: 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the second year, but may self-seed for naturalized displays