Sow in October

Peony Aster 'Delicate Pink' – Seeds (Callistephus chinensis)

The Peony Aster 'Delicate Pink' is a breathtaking annual with large, fully double flowers that resemble garden peonies. Its soft blush-pink blooms make an elegant display in borders, beds, and cutting gardens. With strong, upright stems and a long flowering season, this variety is also an excellent choice for floral arrangements.

Highlights

• Large, fully double peony-like blooms

• Beautiful soft pink color

• Excellent as a cut flower

• Long-lasting summer blooms

• Strong and upright stems

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis

• Variety: Peony Aster 'Delicate Pink'

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 50–60 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: July–October

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens

• Borders and beds

• Cutting gardens and floral arrangements

• Elegant pastel displays

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr at 18–21°C

• Cover lightly with fine compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant seedlings when large enough, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Harden off before planting outdoors after the last frost

Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix – Seeds (Cosmos bipinnatus)

The Dwarf Cosmos Early 'Vega' Mix is a compact, early-flowering variety of cosmos that produces masses of cheerful, daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, and carmine-red. Unlike tall cosmos, 'Vega' grows into neat, bushy plants that stay compact, making it ideal for borders, bedding, patio pots, and containers. This easy-to-grow annual flowers quickly and blooms continuously throughout the summer.

Highlights

• Dwarf and bushy growth, perfect for smaller spaces

• Large, bright daisy-like blooms in mixed shades

• Early-flowering variety for a longer display

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus

• Variety: Dwarf Early 'Vega' Mix

• Seed Count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–40 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June–October

Perfect For

• Patio pots and containers

• Bedding and borders

• Compact cottage garden displays

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Sowing Instructions

• Sow indoors March–April at 18–21°C

• Cover seeds lightly with compost or vermiculite

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed, spacing 20–25 cm apart

• Can also be sown directly outdoors April–May

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' – Seeds

(Dahlia variabilis)

Dahlia 'Bloody Mary' is a stunning compact variety that produces vibrant, dark red, fully double blooms with a rich, velvety texture. Its bushy habit and long flowering season make it ideal for borders, containers, and mixed flower beds. This eye-catching variety is also a favorite for cut flowers, adding dramatic color to bouquets and arrangements.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual (grown from seed)

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and bedding displays

• Containers and pots

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–22°C

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant after last frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix – Seeds

(Cosmos sulphureus semidouble)

Dwarf Cosmos 'Carpet' Mix produces compact, bushy plants covered in a dazzling blend of orange, yellow, and red semi-double blooms. Unlike taller cosmos varieties, this dwarf mix stays low, creating a brilliant “carpet” of color perfect for borders, bedding, or pots. Easy to grow and tolerant of poor soil, heat, and drought, it flowers all summer long.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 25–40 cm

• Spread: 25–30 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Ideal For

• Bedding displays & borders

• Pots and containers

• Edging paths

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, germinate at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Transplant or thin to 25–30 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly to extend blooming

🌼 Rudbeckia hirta ‘Rustic Dwarf Mix’ – Compact Coneflowers with Warm Autumn Tones

‘Rustic Dwarf Mix’ is a charming compact rudbeckia (coneflower) blend producing masses of daisy-like flowers in warm, rustic shades of golden yellow, bronze, copper and mahogany, all with distinctive dark central cones. The plants form neat, bushy clumps and flower freely from mid-summer into autumn, making this mix ideal for borders, bedding displays, containers and pollinator-friendly gardens. Hardy, reliable and easy to grow, it provides long-lasting colour when many summer flowers begin to fade.

Life cycle: Annual (often grown as an annual; some plants may behave as short-lived perennials)

Key Features

● Warm, rustic colour mix with dark central cones
● Compact, uniform plants with tidy habit
● Long flowering season from summer to autumn
● Excellent for borders, containers and bedding
● Highly attractive to bees and pollinators

How to Sow & Grow Rudbeckia ‘Rustic Dwarf Mix’ (UK)

Sow indoors: II–IV (February–April)
Transplant outdoors: V–VI (May–June) after last frost
Direct outdoors: IV–V (April–May)
Flowering: VII–X (July–October)

Germination temperature: 18–22 °C (64–72 °F)
Average germ time: 10–21 days
Depth: Surface sow – do not cover; press gently into soil (light required)
Light required: Yes
Moisture: Moderate
Environment: Full sun (tolerates light shade)
Soil type: Well-drained, average garden soil
Plant spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in)
Height: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)

Sowing & Growing Tips (variety-specific)

● Start seeds under cover for earlier flowering.
● Deadhead regularly to extend the bloom period.
● Drought-tolerant once established.
● Excellent performer in hot, sunny positions.
● Ideal for low-maintenance and wildlife gardens.

Special Features

● Compact rudbeckia ideal for smaller spaces
● Rich, autumnal colour palette
● Reliable, long-lasting summer flowers

Purple Bell Vine – Seeds (Rhodochiton atrosanguineus)

The Purple Bell Vine is a striking climber admired for its exotic, lantern-like flowers. Each bloom features a rosy-purple bell with deep, maroon-black tubular centers, hanging gracefully against lush green, heart-shaped foliage. Fast-growing and elegant, it adds a dramatic touch to arches, trellises, pergolas, or hanging baskets. Native to Mexico, this tender perennial is usually grown as an annual in cooler climates.

What Makes It Special

• Unique pendant bell-shaped flowers with rich colors

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Ideal for vertical gardens and decorative screening

• Can also be grown in containers for patios and balconies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rhodochiton atrosanguineus

• Common name: Purple Bell Vine, Purple Bell Flower

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: Climbs 3–4 m with support

• Position: Full sun or light partial shade; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June to October

Ideal For

• Trellises, arches, and fences

• Vertical garden displays

• Patio containers and hanging baskets

• Exotic or tropical-style gardens

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Indoors February–April

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist seed compost, pressing gently without covering (light aids germination)

   • Keep at 18–22°C and germination takes 21–30 days

3. Transplanting: Pot on seedlings when large enough and harden off before planting outside after last frost

4. Care: Provide climbing support; water regularly and feed for abundant flowering

Cosmos 'Radiance' – Seeds

(Cosmos bipinnatus)

Cosmos 'Radiance' is a charming variety that produces large, daisy-like blooms in deep carmine-pink with a lighter halo around the golden-yellow centers. The graceful, feathery foliage and long, slender stems make it a superb choice for garden displays and cut flowers. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it’s a true summer favourite.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 90–120 cm

• Spread: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens

• Wildlife and pollinator-friendly planting

• Borders and background planting

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–21°C

• Sow outdoors: May–June directly in final position

• Germination: 7–10 days

• Thin/transplant to 30–40 cm spacing

• Deadhead regularly for prolonged flowering

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

Beeblossom Rosy-White – Seeds (Gaura lindheimeri)

Beeblossom (Gaura lindheimeri) is a graceful perennial, prized for its airy stems and delicate rosy-white flowers that resemble dancing butterflies in the breeze. Flowering over a long season, it adds elegance and movement to borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower-style plantings. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant once established, it thrives in sunny spots and well-drained soil.

Why Grow Beeblossom Rosy-White?

• Produces clouds of dainty rosy-white blooms

• Long flowering period, from summer into autumn

• Perfect for naturalistic, cottage, or pollinator-friendly gardens

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Type: Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Spread: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained

Sowing & Growing

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

• Germination: 14–30 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant: When seedlings are large enough, plant outdoors after last frost

• Spacing: 40 cm apart

• Can also be sown directly outdoors in May–June

Tip: Beeblossom is ideal for softening borders and pairs beautifully with ornamental grasses.