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Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Cosmos ‘Polidor’ Mix – Seeds (Cosmos sulphureus)

The Cosmos ‘Polidor’ Mix is a dazzling, warm-toned variety producing masses of semi-double blooms in shades of gold, orange, and scarlet-red. Unlike the softer pastel cosmos, this species (Cosmos sulphureus) is more compact, with bushy growth and excellent heat tolerance. Perfect for bright summer borders and butterfly gardens.

Highlights

• Vivid warm shades: yellow, orange, and red

• Semi-double flowers with a cheerful, fiery look

• Excellent for hot, sunny, dry spots

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos sulphureus

• Variety: ‘Polidor’ Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–90 cm tall, 30–45 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: July–October

Perfect For

• Adding vibrant warm tones to garden beds

• Containers, borders, and cutting gardens

• Low-maintenance summer displays

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Harden off and transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Can also be direct sown outdoors May–June

Coneflower ‘Green Twister’ – Seeds (Echinacea purpurea)

Description:
Add a striking twist to your garden with Coneflower ‘Green Twister’ (Echinacea purpurea), an extraordinary variety featuring bi-colored petals that blend lime green edges into vivid magenta centers. This hardy perennial blooms from midsummer to autumn, attracting bees, butterflies, and pollinators. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it’s perfect for borders, wildlife gardens, and long-lasting cut flower displays.

Key Features

• Unique green and pink bi-colored petals

• Long-lasting blooms from summer to autumn

• Hardy perennial and drought-tolerant

• Excellent cut flower with strong stems

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Flower borders and mixed beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow Indoors: February–April

• Transplant Outdoors: May–June

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Flowering: July–September

• Height: 70–90 cm

• Spacing: 30–45 cm apart

• Light: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Care Tips

• Water young plants regularly until established

• Deadhead to encourage extended flowering

• Cut back in autumn for tidy regrowth

• Drought-tolerant once mature

Coneflower 'Orange Fudge' Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring warm, glowing color to your garden with Coneflower 'Orange Fudge'. This striking Rudbeckia variety produces rich orange petals with a warm golden touch and dark contrasting centers. Long-flowering and easy to grow, they add bold charm to borders, wildlife gardens, and cut flower arrangements.

What Makes It Special

• Unique orange blooms with dark centers

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Hardy annual / short-lived perennial

• Height: 50–60 cm

• Blooming period: July–October

• Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Borders and mixed beds

• Summer cut flower bouquets

Sowing

• Sow indoors from February–April or outdoors from May

• Lightly cover seeds and keep moist (germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C)

• Transplant seedlings after frost into sunny, well-drained soil

• Flowers in the first season

CARDOON SEEDS (Cynara cardunculus)

A striking architectural plant, Cardoon brings dramatic height and bold texture to the garden. With tall, silvery-grey foliage and large thistle-like purple blooms, it makes an impressive focal point in borders and ornamental plantings. Closely related to the globe artichoke, cardoon is also valued as an edible plant, with its blanched leaf stalks enjoyed as a Mediterranean delicacy.

Why Grow "Cardoon"

• Bold, architectural plant for dramatic garden displays

• Stunning purple thistle-like flowers loved by pollinators

• Silvery foliage adds unique texture

• Edible stems prized in Mediterranean cuisine

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Cynara cardunculus)

• Height: 150–200 cm

• Flowering: Summer (July–September)

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, architectural displays, edible gardening, pollinator-friendly

Ideal For

• Adding dramatic height and texture to borders

• Pollinator-friendly and wildlife gardens

• Edible gardening with a Mediterranean twist

• Cottage and ornamental gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Space seedlings: 90–120 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and rich, well-drained soil

Canterbury Bells Double Mix – Seeds

(Campanula medium)

Canterbury Bells ‘Double Mix’ is a traditional cottage garden favorite, producing tall spires filled with large, fully double bell-shaped blooms. This colorful mix features shades of blue, pink, white, and lavender, bringing old-fashioned charm and elegance to borders, beds, and cutting gardens.

Why Grow Canterbury Bells Double Mix?

• Stunning double blooms in soft pastel shades

• Classic cottage garden plant with tall spires

• Long-lasting cut flowers for arrangements

• Reliable biennial, flowering the following year

Key Features

• Type: Biennial

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowers: Early to mid-summer (second year)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Cottage and traditional gardens

• Flower borders and background planting

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: May–July in trays of fine compost (do not cover seeds – light aids germination)

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant: Prick out seedlings and grow on before planting out in autumn

• Care: Water regularly, deadhead faded blooms, and stake taller plants if needed

Aster Tall 'Rainbow' Single Mix – 450 Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

Create a dazzling summer display with Aster Tall 'Rainbow' Single Mix. This vibrant blend produces elegant, daisy-like blooms in a full spectrum of colors. Tall and graceful, these asters make a striking addition to borders and provide long stems ideal for cutting.

Why Grow 'Rainbow' Single Mix

• Wide range of bright, cheerful colors

• Tall, upright habit for garden impact

• Perfect for cut flowers and bouquets

• Long flowering season

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (Callistephus chinensis)

• Height: 60–80 cm (tall)

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cutting gardens, bouquets

Ideal For

• Cottage and cutting gardens

• Summer flower beds and displays

• Bright floral arrangements

• Adding height to mixed borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in trays/pots

• Transplant outdoors: After last frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: 25–30 cm apart

• Deadhead to prolong blooming

Aster Tall Pompon Montezuma Mixed – 100 Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

Aster Tall Pompon Montezuma Mixed (Callistephus chinensis) is a charming annual producing dense, pompon-shaped flowers in a mix of vibrant colors. Perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, its tall, upright stems create eye-catching vertical displays. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it attracts pollinators and adds a cheerful splash of color from summer to autumn.

Why Grow "Montezuma Mixed"

• Dense, pompon-shaped flowers in assorted bright colors

• Tall, upright stems ideal for vertical interest

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Callistephus chinensis)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Tall border displays

• Cottage-style gardens

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Stake taller plants if needed

Aster Powder Puff Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

Aster Powder Puff is a stunning annual variety producing large, fluffy, chrysanthemum-like blooms in a wide range of vibrant colors. Its double flowers resemble soft powder puffs, adding texture and richness to summer and autumn borders. Easy to grow and long-lasting as cut flowers, they make an excellent addition to cottage gardens and floral displays.

What Makes It Special

• Large, fully double “powder puff” blooms

• Available in a wide range of bright, cheerful colors

• Excellent as a cut flower with a long vase life

• Strong stems and bushy growth habit

Key Features

• Botanical name: Callistephus chinensis

• Variety: Powder Puff

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: July–October

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Cutting for floral arrangements

• Cottage gardens and mixed borders

• Late-summer color in the garden

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors, or direct sow outdoors from April–May

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on moist seed compost, cover lightly with soil or vermiculite

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 18–20°C

3. Transplanting: When seedlings are large enough, transplant 30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly, avoid overhead watering to prevent mildew