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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 Stock Ten Week Scarlet – Seeds

(Matthiola incana)

Dwarf Stock Ten Week Scarlet is a charming annual producing dense clusters of vibrant scarlet flowers with a delicate, sweet fragrance. Compact and long-flowering, it’s ideal for borders, rockeries, and containers. Its elegant blooms attract pollinators and are perfect for cutting, adding color and scent to gardens and bouquets.

Why Grow Dwarf Stock Ten Week Scarlet?

• Dense clusters of vibrant scarlet blooms

• Sweetly fragrant and long-flowering

• Compact habit, perfect for small spaces

• Ideal for cut flowers and pollinator-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 20–30 cm

• Flowers: Spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders, rockeries, and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cut flowers and floral arrangements

• Small, compact garden spaces

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–20°C

• Spacing: 15–20 cm apart

• Care: Moderate watering; deadhead to prolong flowering

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 Perennial Wild Meadow Flower Mix – 0.5 g Seeds

Bring natural charm to your garden with this Dwarf Perennial Wild Meadow Flower Mix. Comprising a variety of low-growing, hardy perennials, it creates a colorful carpet of flowers perfect for rockeries, borders, or wildflower patches. Attracts pollinators and thrives in sunny, well-drained soil, offering long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance.

Why Grow "Wild Meadow Mix"

• Low-growing, hardy perennial flowers

• Long-lasting blooms for natural meadow effect

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Easy to grow and maintain

Key Features

• Type: Perennial wildflower mix

• Height: 10–25 cm

• Flowering: May–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rockeries, borders, wildflower patches, low-maintenance gardens

Ideal For

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings

• Pollinator-friendly garden spaces

• Cottage-style or naturalistic borders

• Adding color to small or low-growing areas

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers sunny, well-drained locations

• Deadhead to prolong flowering if desired

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 Maiden Pink White-Red Seeds (Dianthus deltoides)

A charming and compact perennial, Dwarf Maiden Pink White-Red produces small, delicate blooms in a mix of white and red shades. Hardy and low-growing, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings, offering long-lasting color and a neat, tidy habit.

What Makes It Special

• Delicate white and red blooms in a compact form

• Hardy, low-growing, and ideal for small spaces

• Long flowering season with vibrant colors

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus deltoides

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm (4–6 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and edging

• Containers and small garden spaces

• Low-maintenance, compact garden displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 10–15 cm apart

• Flowers in the first or second season after sowing

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 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