Sow in October

Golden-Crown Coreopsis – Seeds (Coreopsis basalis)

Golden-Crown Coreopsis (Coreopsis basalis) is a vibrant annual with bright yellow, daisy-like flowers featuring a contrasting golden-orange center. It blooms profusely from early summer to autumn, attracting bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for borders, wildflower gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings.

Why Grow "Golden-Crown Coreopsis"

• Bright yellow flowers with golden-orange centers

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow and drought-tolerant

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Coreopsis basalis)

• Height: 30–50 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, wildflower gardens, pollinator-friendly gardens, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Pollinator gardens and wildflower meadows

• Summer borders and bedding

• Cut flower arrangements

• Low-maintenance sunny spots

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Zinnia 'Chippendale Daisy' – Seeds

(Zinnia haageana)

The Zinnia 'Chippendale Daisy' is a vibrant, long-blooming annual that produces an abundance of cheerful, daisy-like flowers in warm shades of red, orange, and golden yellow, often with contrasting centers. Compact and robust, this variety is excellent for adding bold splashes of colour to borders, flower beds, and containers. Highly attractive to bees and butterflies, it’s a perfect choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: June–October

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cottage and cutting gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Beds, borders, and pots

• Summer floral displays

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Transplant/Thin: 25–30 cm apart

• Remove spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming

Nemesia 'Prince' Orange – Seeds

(Nemesia strumosa)

Nemesia 'Prince' Orange produces masses of fiery orange blooms that add a splash of brilliance to beds, borders, containers, and window boxes. Compact and free-flowering, it is perfect for summer displays, offering a long blooming season and a cheerful burst of color.

Why Grow Nemesia 'Prince' Orange?

• Bright, vibrant orange blooms with strong garden presence

• Compact habit – great for containers and bedding

• Long-flowering from early summer through autumn

• Easy to grow and care for

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 20–25 cm

• Spread: 20–25 cm

• Blooms: June–October

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil

Ideal For

• Bedding schemes

• Patio pots & containers

• Edging paths & borders

• Bright summer garden displays

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Lightly cover seeds, keep moist, and maintain warmth (15–20°C)

• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle

• Harden off and plant outdoors after frost risk has passed

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Deadhead to prolong flowering

Floss Flower Dwarf White Seeds (Ageratum houstonianum)

The Floss Flower Dwarf White is a compact, easy-to-grow annual that produces clusters of fluffy, snow-white blooms throughout summer. Its neat, bushy growth and long-lasting flowers make it a favorite for borders, edging, and containers. The soft, cushion-like flowers also attract butterflies, adding movement and life to your garden.

What Makes It Special

• Unique fluffy white blooms for a soft garden effect

• Compact dwarf habit, ideal for edging and bedding

• Long flowering season, from summer into autumn

• Attracts pollinators such as butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Ageratum houstonianum

• Common name: Floss Flower, Dwarf White

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 20–25 cm spread

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

• Flowering period: June–October

Ideal For

• Bedding and edging

• Patio containers and window boxes

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Mass planting for carpets of white

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist seed compost; do not cover, as light aids germination

   • Maintain 18–22°C; germination takes 7–14 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings and grow on in small pots, harden off before planting outdoors after frost

4. Spacing: Plant 15–20 cm apart

5. Care: Remove faded flowers to encourage continuous blooming