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

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

Soapwort – Seeds (Saponaria ocymoides)

Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides), also known as Rock Soapwort or Tumbling Ted, is a low-growing perennial that forms a carpet of bright pink, starry flowers from late spring through summer. Perfect for rock gardens, walls, or as ground cover, it’s easy to grow and attracts pollinators. Hardy and reliable, it’s ideal for creating long-lasting splashes of color in sunny spots.

Why Grow "Soapwort"

• Masses of bright pink, star-shaped flowers

• Hardy, low-maintenance perennial

• Spreading habit makes excellent ground cover

• Loved by bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Saponaria ocymoides)

• Height: 10–15 cm, spreading habit

• Flowering: May–July

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Rock gardens, walls, ground cover, borders

Ideal For

• Rockeries and stone walls

• Low-maintenance ground cover

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Edging for sunny borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May or September–October

• Sow direct in prepared soil, lightly cover

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Thin seedlings to 20–25 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in sunny positions

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

Purplish Lilac Lemon Bee Balm Mint Seeds (Monarda punctata)

Bring a fragrant and colorful touch to your garden with Purplish Lilac Lemon Bee Balm Mint. This striking perennial produces spiky clusters of lilac-purple flowers with lemon-scented foliage, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, it adds both beauty and ecological value to borders, beds, and wildflower gardens.

Why Grow "Purplish Lilac Lemon"

• Unique lilac-purple flower spikes with lemon-scented foliage

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Drought-tolerant and easy to grow

• Adds color and texture to borders, beds, and wildflower gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Monarda punctata)

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowering: Summer (June–September)

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

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

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

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

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

Statice Pink Seeds (Limonium sinuatum)

Statice Pink is a charming everlasting flower with delicate papery pink blooms that retain their color beautifully when dried. A classic in cutting gardens, it is highly valued by florists for fresh bouquets and dried arrangements alike. This hardy annual thrives in full sun and light, well-drained soils, providing reliable, long-lasting displays through summer.

What Makes It Special

• Soft pink blossoms with a papery texture

• Excellent for both fresh and dried floral arrangements

• Heat- and drought-tolerant once established

• Easy-care annual with long flowering season

Key Features

• Botanical name: Limonium sinuatum

• Variety: Pink

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

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

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Cutting gardens and everlasting bouquets

• Cottage garden borders and mixed beds

• Drought-tolerant landscapes

• Florist-quality blooms for arrangements

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow on moist compost surface, 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: Requires sunny, well-drained soil; avoid overwatering