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Roma Tomato 'San Marzano 2' – Seeds (Solanum lycopersicum)

The world-famous San Marzano 2 Roma Tomato is a classic Italian plum tomato variety, celebrated for its rich, sweet flavor, meaty texture, and low seed count. Renowned as the finest tomato for sauces, passata, and canning, this variety produces long, blocky fruits with thick flesh and very little water content – perfect for authentic Italian cooking. A must-have for tomato lovers and gardeners seeking reliable, heavy crops.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: February – April, 0.5 cm deep in seed trays or pots.

• Transplant: When seedlings are large enough, pot on and grow in a warm, sunny spot.

• Plant out: May – June after frost has passed, spacing 45–60 cm apart.

• Position: Full sun, sheltered site.

• Support: Needs staking or caging as an indeterminate (cordon) type.

Key Features

• Famous Italian Roma/Plum tomato variety

• Thick, meaty flesh – ideal for sauces and canning

• Produces long, uniform fruits in abundance

• Excellent flavor – balanced sweetness and acidity

Ideal For

• Traditional Italian pasta sauces and pizza bases

• Bottling, drying, or freezing

• Greenhouses, polytunnels, or outdoor sunny gardens

Sowing & Harvest

• Sow: February – April

• Harvest: July – September

Quick Tip

Pinch out side shoots regularly and feed with a tomato fertiliser once flowers set to boost yield and flavor.

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

Rocket Larkspur Mix – Seeds (Delphinium ajacis)

The Rocket Larkspur Mix is a stunning annual that brings tall, elegant spikes of pink, blue, lavender, purple, and white blooms to the summer garden. A cottage garden classic, this mix produces stately flower spires that make a striking vertical accent in beds, borders, and cutting gardens. Its graceful flowers also make excellent, long-lasting cut blooms for fresh or dried arrangements.

Highlights

• Tall, upright spires with a vibrant color mix

• Cottage garden favorite with delicate, airy blooms

• Excellent cut flower for bouquets and arrangements

• Hardy annual – easy to grow and maintain

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Delphinium ajacis

• Variety: Rocket Larkspur Mix

• Seed Count: [Specify count if available]

• Height/Spread: 75–120 cm tall, 30–40 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June – August

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Tall accents in mixed beds

• Cutting gardens (fresh & dried flowers)

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing Instructions

• Sow outdoors March–May or August–September for overwintering

• Scatter thinly in prepared soil, cover lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Stake taller plants if needed for support

Pampas Grass Pink Seeds (Cortaderia selloana)

Pampas Grass in soft pink shades is a spectacular ornamental grass, perfect for creating a bold yet elegant focal point in any garden. The tall plumes add height, texture, and movement to borders, while their delicate blush tones make them highly sought-after for floral arrangements and home décor.

What Makes It Special

• Stunning pink-tinged plumes for a unique twist on the classic Pampas

• Adds drama and structure to landscapes and garden borders

• Drought-tolerant and hardy once established

• Excellent for cutting, drying, and modern interior decoration

Key Features

• Botanical name: Cortaderia selloana

• Common name: Pampas Grass (Pink)

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: Up to 2–2.5 m tall, 1.5–2 m spread

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

• Flowering period: Late summer to autumn

• Lifespan: Hardy perennial

Ideal For

• Dramatic garden focal points

• Architectural and modern garden design

• Coastal and drought-tolerant landscapes

• Cutting and drying for long-lasting pink arrangements

• Large borders, backdrops, or statement plantings

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors, or May–June outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds on the surface of moist compost, do not cover (light needed for germination)

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination in 2–4 weeks

3. Transplant: Pot on seedlings when large enough to handle

4. Planting out: Harden off before planting in a sunny, sheltered position with space to grow

5. Care: Water young plants well; once mature, Pampas Grass becomes drought-tolerant. Cut back old foliage in late winter to encourage fresh growth.

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink – Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

A soft and romantic twist on a classic cottage flower, Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink produces delicate clusters of pink blooms that bring charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s a pollinator-friendly addition that adds elegance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Mystic' Pink

• Unique pink color rarely found in forget-me-nots

• Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators

• Ideal for cut flowers with a soft pastel tone

• Low-maintenance, blooms over a long period

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, cutting

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens & wildflower meadows

• Cut flower bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Soft color themes and romantic borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly into prepared soil

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Water regularly until established

• Flowers first year

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids Mix – 1,000 Seeds (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids (Schizanthus wisetonensis) is a stunning annual producing delicate, fringed blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and rockeries. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it adds a touch of exotic beauty to gardens while attracting pollinators.

Why Grow "Dr Badger’s Hybrids"

• Fringed, vibrant blooms in assorted colors

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

• Height: 20–40 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, rockeries, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Cottage-style and ornamental borders

• Container planting and patios

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Rockeries and small garden beds

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and sunny positions

• Deadhead occasionally to encourage prolonged flowering

Moss Rose Double – Seeds (Portulaca grandiflora)

The Moss Rose Double is a vibrant, sun-loving annual that produces rose-like double blooms in a brilliant mix of colors—pink, red, yellow, orange, and white. With its trailing habit and fleshy, succulent foliage, it is exceptionally drought-tolerant and easy to grow, making it ideal for containers, baskets, and rock gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Striking double flowers with a rose-like form

• Thrives in heat and poor, dry soils

• Long flowering season through summer

• Excellent for low-maintenance gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Portulaca grandiflora

• Variety: Moss Rose Double

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, spreading to 30 cm

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

• Flowering period: Summer to early autumn

Ideal For

• Hanging baskets and containers

• Rock gardens and sunny borders

• Ground cover in hot, dry spots

• Colorful edging displays

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or April–June outdoors after frost

2. How to sow:

   • Scatter seeds on the soil surface (light aids germination)

   • Press gently but do not cover deeply

   • Germination: 10–14 days

3. After germination:

   • Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

   • Water sparingly—plants prefer drier soil

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

Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Alyssum 'Royal Carpet' is a stunning, low-growing annual that produces masses of deep violet-purple, honey-scented flowers. Forming a compact and spreading mat, it’s a perfect choice for borders, rock gardens, containers, or as ground cover. Its sweet fragrance attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding life and colour to your garden.

What Makes It Special

• Striking rich violet-purple blooms with a sweet fragrance

• Compact, neat growth – great as a living carpet

• Long-lasting flowers from spring through autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lobularia maritima

• Variety: 'Royal Carpet'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 10–15 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: May–September

Ideal For

• Edging borders and paths

• Rockeries and gravel gardens

• Containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Scatter seeds thinly on the surface of moist soil and press lightly (do not cover – requires light to germinate).

   • Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C.

3. Transplanting: Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart once established.

4. Care: Keep soil evenly moist, and deadhead to encourage continuous blooming.