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Rudbeckia ‘Goldilocks’ – 300 Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia ‘Goldilocks’ is a cheerful annual that produces abundant bright golden-yellow daisy-like flowers with dark centers. Compact and free-flowering, it is perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Its long-lasting blooms attract bees and butterflies, bringing vibrant summer color and wildlife interest to any garden.

Why Grow Rudbeckia ‘Goldilocks’?

• Bright golden-yellow daisy-like blooms with dark centers

• Compact, bushy growth ideal for borders and containers

• Long-flowering, from summer into early autumn

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual flower

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Borders and flower beds

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Containers and small gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in trays or pots, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–20°C

• Transplant outdoors: After frost risk has passed, spacing 30 cm apart

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming

Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine' Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Bring warm autumn tones to your garden with Rudbeckia 'Autumn Pine'. This hardy annual produces daisy-like blooms in rich golden-yellow shades with dark contrasting centers, perfect for creating a glowing late-summer display.

What Makes It Special

• Cheerful golden-yellow blooms with striking centers

• Long-lasting flowers from summer to first frost

• Hardy and low-maintenance—ideal for beginners

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Annual (sometimes short-lived perennial)

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Cut flowers and late-season color

Sowing

• Sow indoors: February–April at 18–21°C

• Lightly cover seeds; germination in 14–21 days

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost in a sunny spot

• Direct sow outdoors: April–May

Rudbeckia 'Rustic Dwarf' Mixed Seeds (Rudbeckia hirta)

Rudbeckia 'Rustic Dwarf' Mixed is a compact, free-flowering variety producing a dazzling mix of warm autumnal colors including gold, mahogany, bronze, and red. Its large daisy-like flowers with dark central cones provide long-lasting color from summer into autumn and are loved by pollinators. Ideal for borders, containers, and cutting.

What Makes It Special

• Compact dwarf habit – perfect for smaller gardens and pots

• Fiery color blend that glows through summer and autumn

• Easy to grow and low maintenance

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Rudbeckia hirta

• Common name: Black-Eyed Susan

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 30–45 cm tall, bushy habit

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Brightening borders and bedding schemes

• Patio pots and containers

• Wildlife gardens and pollinator patches

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

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

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

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

4. Care: Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming; water in dry spells.

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.

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

Pot Marigold Dwarf ‘Sunset Buff’ – Apricot – 1,000 Seeds (Calendula officinalis)

The Dwarf Pot Marigold ‘Sunset Buff’ is a charming, compact variety producing apricot-peach blooms with soft golden undertones. Its warm pastel shades bring a unique elegance to beds, borders, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and long-flowering, this hardy annual is also edible, with petals traditionally used to decorate salads or for natural dye.

Highlights

• Distinctive apricot–buff blooms with golden tones

• Compact, dwarf habit – perfect for pots and borders

• Long flowering season from early summer to autumn

• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

• Edible petals for salads and herbal uses

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Calendula officinalis

• Variety: Dwarf ‘Sunset Buff’ (Apricot)

• Seed Count: 1,000 seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 25–30 cm tall, compact growth

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June – October

Perfect For

• Bedding, borders, and cottage gardens

• Patio pots and containers

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edible flower displays and herbal uses

Sowing Instructions

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

• Sow directly into soil, lightly cover seeds

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Deadhead regularly for prolonged flowering

Poppy Shirley Double Mix – Seeds

(Papaver rhoeas)

Poppy Shirley Double Mix is a charming annual that produces masses of fully double, ruffled blooms in soft pastel shades of pink, coral, and white. Known for its delicate, romantic appearance, this variety adds a touch of elegance to cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower meadows. Long-lasting and easy to grow, it also makes a delightful cut flower.

Why Grow Poppy Shirley Double Mix?

• Fully double, ruffled blooms in soft pastel colors

• Hardy and easy to grow annual

• Ideal for naturalistic planting or cut flowers

• Attracts pollinators, bees, and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 50–70 cm

• Flowers: Late spring to summer

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower borders

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Naturalized planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October directly in prepared soil

• Lightly cover seeds and keep soil moist

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Care: Deadhead to extend flowering or allow self-seeding for next season

Poppy 'Ladybird' – 3000 Seeds (Papaver commutatum)

Add drama and charm to your garden with Poppy 'Ladybird'. This eye-catching variety produces vivid scarlet-red blooms each marked with a bold black blotch at the base of every petal, reminiscent of a ladybird’s spots. Compact and easy to grow, it creates a striking display in beds, borders, and wildflower plantings.

Why Grow 'Ladybird'

• Striking scarlet-red flowers with black blotches

• Compact and easy to grow

• Long flowering season

• Attracts bees and pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Papaver commutatum)

• Height: 30–45 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, wildflower meadows, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildflower gardens

• Adding bold splashes of color

• Naturalizing in meadows or borders

• Wildlife-friendly plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October

• Sow thinly in prepared soil, cover lightly

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers poor, well-drained soil in full sun

Phlox Cecily Mixed – 300 Seeds (Phlox drummondii nana compacta)

Phlox Cecily Mixed (Phlox drummondii nana compacta) is a compact, low-growing annual that produces vibrant, colorful blooms in a mix of shades. Perfect for borders, rockeries, and containers, it brings a cheerful, long-lasting display from late spring to autumn. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it’s ideal for brightening small garden spaces.

Why Grow "Phlox Cecily Mixed"

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for small spaces

• Vibrant blooms in a variety of colors

• Long flowering season from late spring to autumn

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Phlox drummondii nana compacta)

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Flowering: May–October

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, cottage gardens

Ideal For

• Brightening borders and rockeries

• Container and patio planting

• Pollinator-friendly garden spaces

• Small-scale garden beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering