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Pansy Swiss Giant ‘Flame’ Orange Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A vibrant and fiery variety, Swiss Giant ‘Flame’ Orange produces large glowing blooms in rich orange tones with a striking dark blotch at the center. Hardy and easy to grow, it delivers bold color for spring and autumn displays in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Bright flame-orange flowers with a bold dark face

• Large, showy blooms on compact plants

• Long-lasting color in cool seasons

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Containers and pots

• Cool-season garden color

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowinG

Pansy Pastel ‘Tutti Frutti’ Mixed Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A soft and charming blend, Pansy Pastel ‘Tutti Frutti’ produces large flowers in delicate pastel shades of cream, lilac, rose, lemon, and peach. Compact, hardy, and long-flowering, this mix brings a gentle, romantic touch to spring and autumn gardens in beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Unique mix of pastel tones for a softer look

• Large, showy blooms on sturdy plants

• Long-lasting seasonal color in cool weather

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Cottage-style borders and beds

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Pastel-themed or romantic garden displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil, keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Pansy Clear Crystals ‘Orange’ Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A glowing variety, Clear Crystals ‘Orange’ produces large, blotch-free blooms in vivid orange for a bright and uniform display. Hardy and compact, this pansy is perfect for adding cheerful color to spring and autumn beds, borders, and containers.

What Makes It Special

• Clear, blotch-free orange blooms

• Large, vibrant flowers on sturdy plants

• Long-lasting color in cool seasons

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Borders and garden beds

• Containers, pots, and window boxes

• Bright, uniform seasonal displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover with soil, keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Pansy ‘Can Can’ Mixed Seeds (Viola wittrockiana)

A unique and eye-catching mix, Pansy ‘Can Can’ features large, ruffled blooms in a dazzling range of colors. Compact and hardy, this variety adds texture and vibrant charm to beds, borders, and containers, providing continuous displays from spring through autumn.

What Makes It Special

• Distinctive ruffled petals for a frilled effect

• Wide color mix, from bright tones to soft pastels

• Long flowering season with lasting garden appeal

Key Features

• Botanical name: Viola wittrockiana

• Hardy annual/biennial

• Height: 15–20 cm (6–8 in)

• Bloom time: Early spring and autumn

Ideal For

• Beds and borders

• Pots, containers, and window boxes

• Adding texture and variety to seasonal displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors May–Jun

• Lightly cover seeds with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings 15–20 cm apart

• Flowers in spring and autumn after sowing

Painted Daisy Rainbow Mix Seeds (Chrysanthemum carinatum)

The Painted Daisy Rainbow Mix is a spectacular annual flower producing bold, daisy-like blooms in a wide range of colors—reds, pinks, yellows, whites, and bicolors, often with striking contrasting rings around the center. These cheerful flowers not only brighten up beds and borders but also make wonderful, long-lasting cut flowers. Easy to grow, they thrive in most garden soils and add a true splash of rainbow color throughout the summer.

What Makes It Special

• Striking multi-colored blooms with bold ring patterns

• Easy to grow, fast-flowering annual

• Excellent for cut flowers and garden displays

• Provides long-lasting summer color

Key Features

• Botanical name: Chrysanthemum carinatum (also known as Glebionis carinata)

• Variety: Rainbow Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Borders and cottage gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting (attracts bees & butterflies)

• Vibrant cut flower arrangements

• Summer bedding displays

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or direct outdoors after frost risk has passed

2. How to sow:

   • Sow thinly on fine, moist compost, covering lightly with soil

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off seedlings and plant outdoors 25–30 cm apart

4. Care: Water regularly in dry weather, deadhead to prolong flowering

Painted Tongue 'Superbissima' Mix Seeds (Salpiglossis sinuata)

Painted Tongue 'Superbissima' is a striking annual known for its large, trumpet-shaped blooms with intricate veining in a vibrant mix of colors. Its upright, bushy habit and long flowering season make it perfect for borders, containers, and cutting gardens. Loved for its dramatic patterns, it adds elegance and color to any garden.

What Makes It Special

• Large, trumpet-shaped flowers with intricate veining in mixed colors

• Long-flowering, adding continuous color throughout summer

• Upright, bushy growth habit ideal for borders and containers

• Excellent for cut flowers and ornamental displays

Key Features

• Botanical name: Salpiglossis sinuata

• Variety: 'Superbissima' Mix

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–70 cm tall, 30–40 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Borders and beds for vibrant color

• Containers, window boxes, and patio displays

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

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 in 10–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings 30–40 cm apart after frost

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

Pacific Giant ‘King Arthur’ – 110 Seeds (Delphinium cultorum)

Pacific Giant ‘King Arthur’ (Delphinium cultorum) is a striking perennial with tall, majestic spikes of deep blue flowers. Ideal for borders and cottage gardens, it creates a dramatic vertical display from mid-summer to early autumn. Easy to grow in well-drained soil and full sun, this variety attracts pollinators and adds a bold, elegant statement to any garden.

Why Grow "King Arthur"

• Tall, majestic spikes of deep blue flowers

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to early autumn

• Creates dramatic vertical accents in borders and gardens

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Delphinium cultorum)

• Height: 120–180 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Tall border displays

• Cottage-style and pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cutting gardens for dramatic arrangements

• Adding vertical color and structure

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil and full sun

• Stake taller plants to prevent flopping

Ox-Eye Daisy 'May Queen' Seeds (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum)

The Ox-Eye Daisy ‘May Queen’ (Chrysanthemum leucanthemum) is a charming, classic wildflower with cheerful white petals and sunny yellow centers. This hardy perennial is valued for its reliability, low maintenance, and ability to naturalize in meadows, borders, and wildlife gardens. Blooming in late spring through summer, it attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Large, daisy-like blooms with a natural cottage garden look

• Hardy perennial that self-seeds and spreads easily

• Perfect for wildflower meadows and pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Chrysanthemum leucanthemum

• Perennial wildflower

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: May–July

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows and naturalizing

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

Sowing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or August–October, directly where they are to flower

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Thin seedlings to 30 cm apart

• Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Oriental Poppy Mix – Seeds (Papaver orientale)

Oriental Poppy Mix (Papaver orientale) is a stunning perennial producing large, vibrant blooms in a range of reds, oranges, pinks, and whites. Flowering in late spring to early summer, these bold poppies add dramatic color and texture to borders, rock gardens, and cottage-style beds. Hardy and low-maintenance, they attract pollinators and make excellent cut flowers for striking summer bouquets.

Why Grow "Oriental Poppy Mix"

• Large, showy blooms in mixed vibrant colors

• Late spring to early summer flowering

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Papaver orientale)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rock gardens, cottage gardens, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Bold, colorful perennial borders

• Rockeries and cottage-style planting

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flowers and summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun