Sow in September

Sweet Pea Old Spice ‘Starry Nights’ Seeds (Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea ‘Starry Nights’ is an heirloom Old Spice variety prized for its fragrant, deep purple blooms speckled with lighter lilac spots, evoking a night sky full of stars. This climbing sweet pea is heat-tolerant, long-flowering, and perfect for trellises, arches, or cut flower arrangements that fill the garden with scent and color.

Why Grow 'Starry Nights'

• Rich, deep purple flowers with lilac “stars”

• Exceptionally fragrant and heat-tolerant

• Long stems ideal for cutting and bouquets

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after frost, spacing 20–30 cm apart

• Provide climbing support

• Deadhead to prolong flowering

Sweet Pea 'Ripple' Mixed – Seeds

(Lathyrus odoratus)

Sweet Pea 'Ripple' Mixed is a delightful climbing annual featuring a mix of soft pastel blooms in pinks, creams, and lavenders with a sweet, intoxicating fragrance. Its long, sturdy stems are ideal for cutting, while its vigorous climbing habit makes it perfect for trellises, fences, and arches. A must-have for adding vertical interest, colour, and scent to summer gardens.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 180–240 cm (climber)

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

• Uses: Trellises, fences, arches, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Vertical garden displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Cottage-style gardens

• Fragrant garden corners

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: January–April in pots or trays

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 15–20°C

• Plant out after last frost, spacing 20–30 cm

• Provide climbing support

• Regular deadheading encourages more blooms

Statice Blue Seeds (Limonium sinuatum)

Statice Blue is a classic everlasting flower, cherished for its vibrant blue papery blooms that retain their color beautifully both fresh and dried. Known for its durability and striking display, this hardy annual is a favorite for cut flower gardens, dried arrangements, and border plantings. With long stems and vivid color, it adds elegance to bouquets and flower beds alike.

What Makes It Special

• Striking deep blue blooms that hold color when dried

• Excellent for fresh bouquets and everlasting arrangements

• Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

• Long-lasting cut flower with a professional florist’s touch

Key Features

• Botanical name: Limonium sinuatum

• Variety: Blue

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 60–75 cm tall, 25–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained, sandy/light soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Fresh cut and dried flower arrangements

• Cottage gardens and summer borders

• Drought-tolerant and coastal gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: February–April indoors; or outdoors after frost has passed

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on the surface of moist compost, cover lightly with vermiculite

   • Keep at 18–20°C; germination in 10–20 days

3. Transplanting: Prick out seedlings and grow on; plant 25–30 cm apart once frost-free

4. Care: Prefers light soil and sunny conditions; water sparingly

Cream Peony Poppy – Seeds

(Papaver paeoniflorum)

The Cream Peony Poppy is an elegant annual variety producing large, fully double, peony-like blooms in a soft cream shade. These striking flowers add a touch of sophistication to any garden display and make a stunning addition to borders, cottage gardens, and cut flower arrangements. Easy to grow and highly ornamental, they will bloom through summer, creating a spectacular display.

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 80–100 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: June–August

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower plantings

• Cut flower arrangements

• Adding height and drama to summer borders

• Naturalistic planting schemes

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September (direct into soil)

• Sow depth: Surface sow, lightly cover with fine soil

• Spacing: Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Care: Prefers poor soil and little feeding; deadhead to prolong flowering or leave seed heads for structure

HERB BEE BALM SEEDS (Monarda didyma)

Add vibrant color and fragrance to your garden with Herb Bee Balm. This perennial produces striking red, pink, or purple flowers atop aromatic foliage, attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for borders, beds, and pollinator-friendly gardens.

Why Grow "Herb Bee Balm"

• Showy, fragrant flowers in red, pink, or purple

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

• Low-maintenance, long-flowering perennial

• Enhances borders, beds, and pollinator gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Monarda didyma)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer (June–September)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, flower beds, pollinator gardens, containers

Ideal For

• Adding vibrant color and fragrance to borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Containers and patio planting

• Beginner gardeners seeking easy-to-grow perennials

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before the last frost

• Sow outdoors: After frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun for best flowering

Pink Cornflower 'Tom Pouce Pink' – Seeds

(Centaurea cyanus)

Pink Cornflower 'Tom Pouce Pink' is a charming twist on the classic wildflower, offering soft pink, frilly blooms that brighten any garden. Easy to grow and rich in nectar, this variety attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators while providing long-lasting cut flowers with a delicate cottage garden appeal.

Why Grow Pink Cornflower 'Tom Pouce Pink'?

• Rare, pastel-pink form of the traditional cornflower

• Pollinator-friendly & easy to grow

• Excellent as cut flowers or for naturalizing

• Hardy and adaptable in a range of soils

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Blooms: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Light, well-drained soil

Ideal For

• Wildflower & pollinator gardens

• Cottage-style plantings

• Borders & meadows

• Fresh cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or August–September for earlier blooms next year

• Sow directly into prepared soil, covering lightly

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Deadhead regularly to encourage more flowers

Nasturtium 'Honolulu' Seeds (Tropaeolum nanum)

Nasturtium 'Honolulu' is a charming dwarf annual with bright, cheerful flowers in shades of red, orange, and yellow. Its compact growth habit makes it ideal for containers, window boxes, and small garden beds. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, it adds a splash of vibrant color while attracting pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Bright, cheerful blooms in red, orange, and yellow

• Compact, dwarf growth ideal for small spaces and containers

• Easy to grow and low-maintenance

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Botanical name: Tropaeolum nanum

• Variety: 'Honolulu'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 15–25 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Containers, window boxes, and small garden beds

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Brightening patios and terraces

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: March–May indoors or outdoors

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1–2 cm deep in seed trays or directly in pots

   • Germination occurs in 7–14 days at 18–22°C

3. Transplanting: Plant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 15–20 cm apart

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

Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride' – Seeds (Nigella damascena)

Grace your garden with the delicate beauty of Love-in-a-Mist 'African Bride'. This unique variety produces pure white blooms accented by dark, contrasting centers and fine, feathery foliage. Elegant and easy to grow, it’s perfect for borders, cutting, and drying.

Why Grow 'African Bride'

• Pure white blooms with striking dark centers

• Long-lasting as cut or dried flowers

• Easy to grow with airy, fern-like foliage

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual (Nigella damascena)

• Height: 45–60 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, cut flowers, dried arrangements

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and wildflower borders

• Summer bouquets and wedding flowers

• Adding soft texture to plantings

• Wildlife-friendly gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or August–September

• Direct sow into prepared soil, thin as needed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space plants 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

Hollyhock ‘Chaters Double Triumph Mix’ Seeds (Althaea rosea)

A true cottage garden classic, the Hollyhock ‘Chaters Double Triumph Mix’ produces tall, stately flower spikes adorned with large, fully double blooms in a rich blend of colors – from soft pastels to vibrant shades. These majestic perennials (often grown as biennials) create a dramatic vertical accent at the back of borders, alongside walls, or in wildflower-style gardens.

What Makes It Special

• Stunning double blooms in a wide range of colors

• Impressive tall spires up to 1.8–2.5 m high

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

• A long-standing favorite in cottage and traditional gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Althaea rosea

• Common name: Hollyhock Chaters Double Triumph Mix

• Seed count: Approx. per pack (customizable)

• Height/Spread: 180–250 cm tall, 50–60 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained fertile soil

• Flowering period: July – September (second year from sowing)

• Lifespan: Hardy biennial/perennial

Ideal For

• Cottage and traditional garden borders

• Planting against walls and fences

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Creating dramatic vertical height in displays

Sowing Instructions

1. When to sow: Indoors March–May or directly outdoors May–June.

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly in trays or pots of moist seed compost, cover lightly.

   • Keep at 15–20°C for germination (14–21 days).

   • Transplant seedlings when large enough, spacing 45–60 cm apart.

3. Care: Provide support in exposed areas. Deadhead faded flowers to encourage further blooming.