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Aster "Color Carpet Mix" – Seeds

(Callistephus chinensis)

Aster "Color Carpet Mix" is a charming dwarf variety that produces a vivid carpet of colorful blooms in late summer and autumn. With compact, bushy growth and daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, purple, red, blue, and white, this mix is perfect for brightening borders, rockeries, and container displays. Long-lasting blooms make them excellent for cutting, bringing cheer indoors as well.

Why Grow Aster "Color Carpet Mix"?

• Compact, bushy habit with masses of blooms

• Vibrant mix of summer and autumn colors

• Long flowering season

• Great for edging, containers & small gardens

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Blooms: July–October

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Bedding & edging

• Rock gardens and low borders

• Patio containers

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, in trays or pots, lightly covering seeds

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 20 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to flower

• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–21°C

• Remove faded blooms to extend flowering season

Angel’s Trumpet – Double Orange – 6 Seeds (Datura / Brugmansia)

Transform your garden with the exotic beauty of Angel’s Trumpet Double Orange. Known for its dramatic, trumpet-shaped flowers with rich orange double blooms, this stunning plant creates a tropical atmosphere. Highly fragrant in the evening, it’s a showpiece for patios and warm garden spots.

Why Grow Double Orange Angel’s Trumpet

• Striking double, trumpet-shaped orange flowers

• Strong evening fragrance

• Exotic, tropical appearance

• A true statement plant

Key Features

• Type: Tender perennial (Datura / Brugmansia)

• Height: 120–200 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun, sheltered

• Uses: Containers, patios, specimen planting

Ideal For

• Tropical-style gardens

• Large patio pots and containers

• Statement plants in borders

• Evening fragrance displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in warmth (20–25°C)

• Germination: 14–30 days, may be erratic

• Transplant seedlings to pots, harden off before planting out

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

• Protect from frost; grow as perennial in warm climates or overwinter indoors

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.

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

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not Pink is a delightful variation of the classic alpine flower, producing clusters of soft pink star-like blooms with cheerful yellow centers. Compact, hardy, and easy to grow, this alpine treasure brings a gentle pastel touch to borders, rock gardens, and naturalized plantings. Its romantic tones make it especially beautiful when planted alongside the traditional blue and rare white forms.

What Makes It Special

• Uncommon pink form of the traditional alpine flower

• Hardy and resilient, thrives in cool climates and rocky soil

• A symbol of remembrance and affection, with a softer romantic hue

• Perfect companion to blue and white alpine forget-me-nots

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine Pink

• 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 (commonly grown as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine displays

• Mixed pastel-themed borders

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Planting with spring bulbs (tulips, daffodils, hyacinths)

• Combining with blue and white forget-me-nots for a tricolor effect

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 outdoors into finely raked soil.

   • Cover lightly with soil or compost.

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

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

4. Care: Allow plants to self-seed for naturalized displays year after year.

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

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not Blue is a compact perennial famous for its brilliant sky-blue flowers with bright yellow centers. Native to alpine meadows and rocky slopes, this charming plant brings a touch of wild mountain beauty to your garden. Its dainty, star-shaped blooms create a cheerful carpet of color, perfect for borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Classic true-blue blooms, a rare and much-loved garden color

• Hardy and reliable, thriving in cooler climates and alpine conditions

• Early flowering, bringing brightness to spring gardens

• A symbol of remembrance and lasting affection

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine Blue

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

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (sometimes treated as a biennial)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine beds

• Borders and edging

• Naturalizing in wildflower meadows

• Pairing with spring bulbs like tulips and daffodils

• Cottage gardens and sentimental plantings

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

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

   • Cover seeds lightly with soil or compost.

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

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

4. Care: Prefers cool, moist conditions. Allow to self-seed for natural drifts.

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

The Alpine Forget-Me-Not Mix is a charming, low-growing perennial that produces masses of tiny star-shaped flowers in soft shades of blue, pink, and white. Known for their delicate beauty and sentimental symbolism, forget-me-nots are perfect for naturalizing in borders, rock gardens, and wildflower meadows. These compact plants are especially suited for alpine and cottage garden settings, where they create a cheerful carpet of spring color.

What Makes It Special

• Beloved for their dainty flowers and long-lasting symbolism of remembrance

• Compact, low-growing plants ideal for rock gardens and alpine beds

• Early-season blooms bring vibrant color to spring gardens

• Excellent for naturalizing and combining with tulips or daffodils

Key Features

• Botanical name: Myosotis alpestris

• Variety: Alpine Mix

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

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

• Flowering period: Spring to early summer

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial (often grown as biennial in some climates)

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine beds

• Cottage gardens and wildflower meadows

• Spring bulb companions (daffodils, tulips)

• Borders, edging, and naturalized plantings

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly in trays or directly in a prepared bed.

   • Cover lightly with fine soil or compost.

   • Keep soil moist until germination (1–3 weeks).

3. Transplant/Thin: Space plants 15–20 cm apart.

4. Care: Prefers cool, moist conditions. Allow some plants to self-seed for naturalized drifts.