Sow in September

Standing Cypress – 150 Seeds (Ipomopsis rubra)

Add a dramatic vertical accent to your garden with Standing Cypress (Ipomopsis rubra). This hardy biennial or short-lived perennial produces tall, slender spikes covered with brilliant scarlet-red, trumpet-shaped flowers. Loved by hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, it creates a striking display in wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings. Its fern-like foliage provides texture, while the flowers bloom in succession for weeks of color.

Why Grow Standing Cypress?

• Vibrant scarlet-red tubular flowers

• Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators

• Tall, airy spires up to 90–150 cm

• Perfect for naturalistic and meadow plantings

• Heat and drought tolerant once established

Key Features

• Type: Biennial or short-lived perennial wildflower

• Height: 90–150 cm

• Flowering: Summer (July–September)

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Uses: Pollinator gardens, borders, meadows, cut flowers

Ideal For

• Wildflower meadows & prairie gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Adding height to borders and backdrops

• Low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscapes

Sowing & Growing

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

• Sow outdoors: Directly in April–June where they are to grow

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Thin/plant spacing: 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the second year, but may self-seed for naturalized displays

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

Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Cut Sunflower Semi Tall Mix produces cheerful, long-stemmed blooms in a vibrant range of golden, yellow, and orange shades. Compact yet tall enough for cutting, this variety is perfect for borders, beds, and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and quick to flower, it brings a burst of summer color to every garden.

Why Grow This Sunflower Mix?

• Bright, cheerful flowers in warm shades

• Ideal for cut flower arrangements

• Semi-tall growth suits small and large gardens

• Hardy and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cut flower gardens

• Borders and beds

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Summer bouquets

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Water well in dry periods

• Stake if exposed to wind

Tip: Regular cutting encourages more flowers.

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ – Seeds (Lobularia maritima)

Sweet Alyssum White ‘Snowcloth’ (Lobularia maritima) is a low-growing, fragrant annual with dense clusters of pure white flowers. Its delicate blooms form a carpet of color, ideal for borders, rockeries, hanging baskets, and containers. Hardy and fast-growing, it attracts pollinators and provides a long-lasting display throughout spring and summer.

Why Grow "Snowcloth"

• Dense clusters of fragrant, pure white flowers

• Low-growing and spreading habit

• Long-lasting blooms from spring to summer

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Lobularia maritima)

• Height: 10–15 cm

• Flowering: April–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, containers, hanging baskets, ground cover

Ideal For

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Borders and edging

• Container and hanging basket displays

• Rockeries and low-maintenance flower beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: March–May in prepared soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15 cm apart

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

• Deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering

Dwarf Snapdragon Mixed Seeds (Antirrhinum majus ‘Nanum’)

Dwarf Snapdragon Mixed is a compact, bushy variety producing charming spikes of colorful flowers in a wide range of shades. Unlike tall snapdragons, this dwarf form is perfect for containers, edging, and the front of borders. With its cheerful blooms and long flowering season, it’s an easy way to brighten up your summer garden.

What Makes It Special

• Compact and bushy growth habit

• Bright, tubular flowers in assorted colors

• Long-lasting summer display

• Great for pots, window boxes, and borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Antirrhinum majus ‘Nanum’

• Variety: Mixed

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

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

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

• Flowering period: June–September

Ideal For

• Containers, window boxes, and patio pots

• Fronts of borders and garden edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Summer bedding displays

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist seed compost; press lightly but do not cover

   • Germination takes 10–14 days at 18–20°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off seedlings and plant outdoors 15–20 cm apart after frost risk has passed

4. Care: Keep soil evenly moist and deadhead regularly to extend flowering

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' – Seeds

(Tropaeolum nanum)

Dwarf Nasturtium 'Peach Melba' is a compact, low-growing annual that produces vibrant peach-colored blooms with subtle apricot tones. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and hanging baskets. Easy to grow and fast-flowering, this variety also attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding colour and life to your garden.

Key Features

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 15–25 cm

• Spread: 25–35 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile

Ideal For

• Containers and hanging baskets

• Borders and edging

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Cottage-style planting

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April at 18–22°C

• Sow outdoors: May, after frost risk has passed

• Germination: 7–14 days

• Thin or transplant to 20–25 cm spacing

• Deadhead to encourage continuous flowering

Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink – Seeds (Cynoglossum amabile)

A soft and romantic twist on a classic cottage flower, Chinese Forget-Me-Not 'Mystic' Pink produces delicate clusters of pink blooms that bring charm to beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. Long-flowering and easy to grow, it’s a pollinator-friendly addition that adds elegance to any garden.

Why Grow 'Mystic' Pink

• Unique pink color rarely found in forget-me-nots

• Attracts bees, butterflies & other pollinators

• Ideal for cut flowers with a soft pastel tone

• Low-maintenance, blooms over a long period

Key Features

• Type: Hardy annual

• Height: 40–50 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun or partial shade

• Uses: Borders, cottage gardens, wildflower plantings, cutting

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens & wildflower meadows

• Cut flower bouquets

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Soft color themes and romantic borders

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May, directly into prepared soil

• Thin seedlings to 20 cm apart

• Germination: 14–21 days

• Water regularly until established

• Flowers first year

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids Mix – 1,000 Seeds (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

Angel Wings ‘Dr Badger’s’ Hybrids (Schizanthus wisetonensis) is a stunning annual producing delicate, fringed blooms in a mix of vibrant colors. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, and rockeries. Easy to grow and long-flowering, it adds a touch of exotic beauty to gardens while attracting pollinators.

Why Grow "Dr Badger’s Hybrids"

• Fringed, vibrant blooms in assorted colors

• Compact, bushy growth habit

• Long flowering season from summer to autumn

• Attracts bees and butterflies

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Schizanthus wisetonensis)

• Height: 20–40 cm

• Flowering: June–September

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Borders, containers, rockeries, pollinator-friendly gardens

Ideal For

• Cottage-style and ornamental borders

• Container planting and patios

• Pollinator-friendly gardens

• Rockeries and small garden beds

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in seed trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: After last frost in prepared soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–20°C

• Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and sunny positions

• Deadhead occasionally to encourage prolonged flowering

Rocket Larkspur Mix – Seeds (Delphinium ajacis)

The Rocket Larkspur Mix is a stunning annual that brings tall, elegant spikes of pink, blue, lavender, purple, and white blooms to the summer garden. A cottage garden classic, this mix produces stately flower spires that make a striking vertical accent in beds, borders, and cutting gardens. Its graceful flowers also make excellent, long-lasting cut blooms for fresh or dried arrangements.

Highlights

• Tall, upright spires with a vibrant color mix

• Cottage garden favorite with delicate, airy blooms

• Excellent cut flower for bouquets and arrangements

• Hardy annual – easy to grow and maintain

• Attracts pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Delphinium ajacis

• Variety: Rocket Larkspur Mix

• Seed Count: [Specify count if available]

• Height/Spread: 75–120 cm tall, 30–40 cm spread

• Position: Full sun, well-drained soil

• Flowering Period: June – August

Perfect For

• Cottage gardens and borders

• Tall accents in mixed beds

• Cutting gardens (fresh & dried flowers)

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing Instructions

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

• Scatter thinly in prepared soil, cover lightly with soil

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Thin seedlings to 25–30 cm apart

• Stake taller plants if needed for support