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Purplish Lilac Lemon Bee Balm Mint Seeds (Monarda punctata)

Bring a fragrant and colorful touch to your garden with Purplish Lilac Lemon Bee Balm Mint. This striking perennial produces spiky clusters of lilac-purple flowers with lemon-scented foliage, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it adds both beauty and ecological value to borders, beds, and wildflower gardens.

Why Grow "Purplish Lilac Lemon"

• Unique lilac-purple flower spikes with lemon-scented foliage

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Adds color and texture to borders, beds, and wildflower gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Monarda punctata)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer (June–September)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, flower beds, pollinator gardens, containers

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun for best flowering

Cream Peony Poppy – Seeds

(Papaver paeoniflorum)

The Cream Peony Poppy is an elegant annual variety producing large, fully double, peony-like blooms in a soft cream shade. These striking flowers add a touch of sophistication to any garden display and make a stunning addition to borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, they will bloom through summer, creating a spectacular display.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 80–100 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower plantings

• Cut flower arrangements

• Adding height and drama to summer borders

• Naturalistic planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September (direct into soil)

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

• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Care: Prefers poor soil and little feeding; deadhead to prolong flowering or leave seed heads for structure

🌸 Petunia grandiflora F1 ‘Blue Veined’ – Large-Flowered Hybrid with Striking Veined Blooms

Petunia grandiflora F1 ‘Blue Veined’ is an eye-catching large-flowered petunia hybrid producing bold blue to violet blooms highlighted with distinctive darker veining. The flowers are large and showy, creating strong visual impact in containers, hanging baskets, window boxes and bedding displays. Thanks to F1 hybrid vigour, plants are uniform, free-flowering and reliable, performing well throughout the summer season when given sun and regular feeding.

Key Features

● Large grandiflora flowers with decorative blue veining

● F1 hybrid for strong growth and uniform plants

● Long flowering season from early summer to autumn

● Excellent for containers, baskets and bedding

● High ornamental value with intense colour contrast

How to Sow & Grow Petunia ‘Blue Veined’ (UK)

Sow indoors: II–III (February–March)

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost

Direct outdoors: Not recommended

Flowering: VI–X (June–October)

Life cycle: Annual

Germination temperature: 20–22 °C (68–72 °F)

Average germ time: 7–14 days

Depth: Surface sow – do not cover; gently press into compost (light required)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist

Environment: Full sun (tolerates light shade)

Soil type: Fertile, well-drained compost or soil

Plant spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in)

Height: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Start early under cover for the longest flowering period.

● Provide good light to prevent stretching at seedling stage.

● Feed regularly once flowering begins.

● Remove spent flowers or trim lightly to keep plants tidy.

● Protect young plants from cold and strong winds.

Special Features

● Striking veined flower pattern

● Premium F1 hybrid quality

● Excellent summer performance in containers

Nasturtium 'Honolulu' Seeds (Tropaeolum nanum)

Nasturtium 'Honolulu' is a charming dwarf annual with bright, cheerful flowers in shades of red, orange, and yellow. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for containers, window boxes, and small garden beds. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it adds a splash of vibrant color while attracting pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, cheerful blooms in red, orange, and yellow

• Compact, dwarf growth ideal for small spaces and containers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Tropaeolum nanum

• Variety: 'Honolulu'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Containers, window boxes, and small garden beds

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Brightening patios and terraces

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or outdoors

2. How to sow:

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

   • Germination occurs in 7–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 15–20 cm apart

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

Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride' – Seeds (Nigella damascena)

Grace your garden with the delicate beauty of Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride'. This unique variety produces pure white blooms accented by dark, contrasting centers and fine, feathery foliage. Elegant and easy to grow, it’s perfect for borders, cutting, and drying.

Why Grow 'African Bride'

• Pure white blooms with striking dark centers

• Long-lasting as cut or dried flowers

• Easy to grow with airy, fern-like foliage

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Nigella damascena)

• Height: 45–60 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cut flowers, dried arrangements

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower borders

• Summer bouquets and wedding flowers

• Adding soft texture to plantings

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or August–September

• Direct sow into prepared soil, thin as needed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' Mix – 8000 Seeds (Digitalis purpurea)

Add cottage garden charm with Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy', a compact variety that produces spires of trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, purple, cream, and white. Unlike taller foxgloves, 'Foxy' grows to a manageable height, making it perfect for smaller gardens, beds, borders, and containers. Loved by bees and pollinators, it’s a classic for wildlife-friendly planting.

What Makes It Special

• Compact foxglove, only 60–80 cm tall

• Mix of soft, romantic colors with speckled throats

• Blooms in the first year from seed

• Perfect for beds, borders, and wildlife gardens

Key Features

• Pack Size: 8000 seeds

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Biennial (flowers in year one if sown early)

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Beds, borders, and mixed plantings

• Containers and small gardens

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing

• Sow indoors Jan–May on moist seed compost, press seeds lightly (do not cover, needs light to germinate)

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Flowers: June–August

🌿 Ocimum americanum Basil ‘Blue Spice’ – Aromatic Basil with Spicy, Vanilla-Clove Notes

‘Blue Spice’ is a distinctive Ocimum americanum basil variety prized for its intense, complex aroma combining notes of vanilla, clove, citrus, and spice. The narrow, grey-green leaves are highly fragrant, while the delicate lavender-blue flowers add ornamental value and strongly attract pollinators. Less sweet than classic Genovese basil, ‘Blue Spice’ is ideal for teas, desserts, fruit salads, infused oils, vinegars, and herbal blends. Compact, heat-tolerant plants perform well in pots, borders, and herb gardens.

Key Features

● Unique spicy aroma with vanilla and clove notes

● Highly aromatic leaves ideal for teas and flavouring

● Decorative lavender-blue flowers loved by pollinators

● Compact, heat-tolerant plants

● Excellent for pots, herb beds, and ornamental use

How to Sow & Grow Basil ‘Blue Spice’ (UK)

Sow indoors: III–VI (March–June) in trays or pots

Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) once nights stay above 10 °C (50 °F)

Direct outdoors: VI (June) in warm soil

Harvest: VI–IX (June–September)

Life cycle: Annual

Germination temperature: 18–25 °C (64–77 °F)

Average germ time: 7–14 days

Depth: Surface sow — do not cover, but press gently into the soil (requires light to germinate)

Light required: Yes

Moisture: Keep evenly moist

Environment: Full sun

Soil type: Light, fertile, well-drained soil or potting mix

Plant spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)

Height: 40–60 cm (16–24 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth.

● Pinch out flower buds for continuous leaf production (unless growing for flowers).

● Excellent for herbal teas and aromatic infusions.

● Performs well in hot, sunny conditions.

● Can be grown purely as an ornamental, pollinator-friendly herb.

Special Features

● Unusual flavour profile unlike sweet basil

● Strong pollinator attraction due to scented flowers

● Heat-tolerant and less prone to bolting

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Forest' – Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Forest' is a striking variety of Black-Eyed Susan with warm, fiery shades of red, bronze, orange, and golden yellow – like the colors of a glowing autumn woodland. Its daisy-like flowers with dark centers bloom generously over summer and early autumn, creating a bold display that attracts bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Brilliant mix of autumn-toned blooms

• Long flowering season with continuous color

• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies

• Excellent for cutting, borders, and containers

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Common name: Black-Eyed Susan

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 45–60 cm tall, bushy habit

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildlife-friendly borders

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Container displays

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on the surface of moist compost, press lightly, and cover very lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination takes 7–21 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings when large enough; plant outdoors after frost

4. Care: Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering. Water well in dry spells.

🌸 Salvia horminum ‘Blue Monday’ – Clary Sage with Intense Blue Bracts for Summer Colour

‘Blue Monday’ is a striking annual clary sage grown primarily for its vivid blue bracts, which surround small, discreet flowers and provide long-lasting ornamental impact. The upright, well-branched plants create strong vertical accents in the garden, making this variety especially effective in borders, cottage gardens and cut-flower beds.

The colourful bracts retain their intensity for weeks and are excellent for fresh and dried arrangements. Easy to grow and tolerant of summer heat, ‘Blue Monday’ performs best when planted in groups for maximum visual effect and is also attractive to bees and pollinators.

Key Features

● Intense blue decorative bracts with long-lasting colour
● Upright, well-branched growth habit
● Excellent for borders, cutting and drying
● Easy to grow and heat tolerant
● Attractive to bees and beneficial insects

How to Sow & Grow Clary Sage ‘Blue Monday’ (UK)

Direct sowing recommended
Direct outdoors (spring): IV–V (April–May)
Direct outdoors (autumn): IX–X (September–October) (overwintering for earlier flowering)
Flowering: VI–IX (June–September)
Life cycle: Annual
Germination temperature: 15–20 °C (59–68 °F)
Average germ time: 10–21 days
Depth: 0.5 cm (¼ in)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Moderate
Environment: Full sun
Soil type: Well-drained soil; tolerates poorer soils
Plant spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)
Height: 40–60 cm (16–24 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Autumn sowing produces stronger plants and earlier flowering.
● Avoid overly rich soil to maintain compact growth.
● Deadhead lightly or harvest stems to encourage continued display.
● Excellent choice for naturalistic and pollinator-friendly plantings.
● Ideal for both fresh and dried flower use.