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Dwarf Verbena 'Apricot' – Seeds (Verbena hybrida nana)

Dwarf Verbena 'Apricot' is a compact, free-flowering annual that brings a soft, warm glow to garden beds, borders, and containers. With its clusters of delicate apricot-colored blooms, this charming plant is ideal for edging pathways, filling pots, or creating cheerful bedding displays. Known for its long flowering season, it will brighten up your garden from summer into autumn.

Why Grow Dwarf Verbena 'Apricot'?

• Compact, dwarf-growing variety – perfect for small spaces

• Long-lasting apricot blooms in dense clusters

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Excellent for beds, borders, window boxes, and pots

Key Features

• Type: Annual flower

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April, cover lightly with compost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after last frost, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering

Tip: Ideal for bedding schemes when mixed with other pastel shades for a soft summer display.

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.

Dwarf Sunflower 'Sunspot' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Dwarf Sunflower 'Sunspot' is a compact variety producing giant golden-yellow blooms up to 25 cm wide on sturdy dwarf stems. Reaching just 45–60 cm in height, it’s perfect for small gardens, borders, and containers while still giving the dramatic effect of traditional tall sunflowers. A favorite for children’s gardens and excellent as a cut flower.

What Makes It Special

• Dwarf habit with impressively large flowers

• Perfect for pots, small gardens, or children’s growing projects

• Sturdy stems resist wind and rarely need staking

• Attracts pollinators and makes excellent cut flowers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Sunspot'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 45–60 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Pots and containers

• Children’s gardens and school projects

• Borders and bedding schemes

• Cut flower arrangements

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: Plant seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed

4. Care: Water regularly in dry conditions; dwarf plants are sturdy and easy to grow.

Dwarf Snapdragon Mixed Seeds (Antirrhinum majus ‘Nanum’)

Dwarf Snapdragon Mixed is a compact, bushy variety producing charming spikes of colorful flowers in a wide range of shades. Unlike tall snapdragons, this dwarf form is perfect for containers, edging, and the front of borders. With its cheerful blooms and long flowering season, it’s an easy way to brighten up your summer garden.

What Makes It Special

• Compact and bushy growth habit

• Bright, tubular flowers in assorted colors

• Long-lasting summer display

• Great for pots, window boxes, and borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Antirrhinum majus ‘Nanum’

• Variety: Mixed

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 20–30 cm tall, 15–20 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Containers, window boxes, and patio pots

• Fronts of borders and garden edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer bedding displays

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist seed compost; press lightly but do not cover

   • Germination takes 10–14 days at 18–20°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off seedlings and plant outdoors 15–20 cm apart after frost risk has passed

4. Care: Keep soil evenly moist and deadhead regularly to extend flowering

Dwarf Phlox ‘Fantasy’ Mix – Seeds

(Phlox drummondii) – Compact, Colorful Annual

Dwarf Phlox ‘Fantasy’ Mix is a charming blend of compact, bushy plants covered with masses of bright, star-shaped flowers. Blooming in shades of pink, red, violet, and white, this mix provides a stunning carpet of color all summer long. Ideal for borders, containers, and rock gardens, it’s an easy-to-grow annual that attracts butterflies and pollinators.

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Color: Mixed – pink, red, violet, white

• Special: Compact growth; long-lasting blooms

Ideal For

• Borders and edging

• Rock gardens

• Containers and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April

• Transplant outdoors: May, after frost

• Spacing: 15–20 cm

• Soil: Light, well-drained

• Sunlight: Full sun

Care Tips

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering.

• Water moderately – avoid waterlogging.

• Excellent for low bedding and mixed displays.

Dwarf Petunia ‘Rose Of Heaven’ – Seeds (Multiflora Series, Petunia multiflora)

The Dwarf Petunia ‘Rose Of Heaven’ is a compact, bushy variety producing soft pink, delicate blooms in abundance throughout the summer. Its tidy growth habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and window boxes, bringing long-lasting charm and color to any garden space.

What Makes It Special

• Soft pink, abundant flowers that create a romantic garden effect

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for small spaces and containers

• Continuous summer flowering for long-lasting display

• Easy to grow and highly decorative

Key Features

• Botanical name: Petunia multiflora

• Variety: Dwarf ‘Rose Of Heaven’, Multiflora Series

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height: 20–25 cm

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Garden borders and edging

• Patio pots and containers

• Window boxes and hanging baskets

• Adding soft color to small garden spaces

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Surface sow on moist seed compost

   • Press lightly; do not cover

   • Keep at 20–24°C; germination 10–21 days

3. After germination:

   • Transplant seedlings into individual pots once large enough

   • Harden off before planting outdoors after last frost

   • Space 20 cm apart

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' – Seeds

(Tropaeolum nanum)

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' is a compact, low-growing annual that produces vibrant peach-colored blooms with subtle apricot tones. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Easy to grow and fast-flowering, this variety also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding colour and life to your garden.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Containers and hanging baskets

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage-style planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin or transplant to 20–25 cm spacing

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Dwarf Hollyhock ‘Queeny’ Purple – Seeds

(Althaea rosea) – Perennial, often grown as biennial

The Dwarf Hollyhock ‘Queeny’ Purple is a compact variety of the traditional cottage garden favorite. Unlike tall hollyhocks, this dwarf strain grows to a manageable height, making it suitable even for smaller gardens, pots, or the front of borders. It produces large, ruffled, purple blooms that flower generously from summer into autumn, creating a bold and dramatic display.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy perennial (often grown as biennial)

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Spread: 40 cm

• Flowers: Large, rich purple, semi-double to double blooms

• Blooming period: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens

• Mixed borders

• Container planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens (attracts bees & butterflies)

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays with seed compost, lightly cover with soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant: When large enough, harden off and plant outdoors after frost

• Direct sowing: April–May in flowering position

• Care: Water well in dry weather and remove faded flowers to encourage longer blooming

Dwarf Flowering Tobacco Mix Seeds (Nicotiana alata nana)

Dwarf Flowering Tobacco Mix is a compact annual producing fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in a variety of vibrant colors. Its bushy, dwarf habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and small garden beds. Loved for its sweet scent and long flowering season, it’s ideal for adding charm and fragrance to summer gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Fragrant, trumpet-shaped blooms in a mix of vibrant colors

• Compact, bushy growth ideal for small spaces and containers

• Long-flowering and low-maintenance

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Nicotiana alata nana

• Variety: Dwarf Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 20–35 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and edging

• Containers, window boxes, and patios

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Fragrant floral displays and summer bedding

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed compost and press lightly; do not cover

   • Germination occurs in 10–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings outdoors 20–25 cm apart after frost

4. Care: Water moderately; deadhead faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming