Sunflower Seeds

Thunbergia 'Sunrise' Mixed Seeds (Thunbergia alata)

Thunbergia 'Sunrise' is a vibrant climbing plant producing trumpet-shaped flowers in warm, sunrise-inspired colors. Its fast-growing vines and lush foliage make it perfect for trellises, fences, arches, and hanging baskets, adding tropical charm and color to any garden or patio.

What Makes It Special

• Bright trumpet-shaped blooms in orange, yellow, and warm hues

• Fast-growing climber with lush green foliage

• Ideal for creating vertical displays and adding tropical flair

• Perfect for containers, trellises, and pergolas

Key Features

• Botanical name: Thunbergia alata

• Common name: Thunbergia 'Sunrise' Mixed

• Seed count: 35 seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 2–3 m tall, climbing habit

• Position: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil

• Flowering period: Summer to early autumn

• Lifespan: Annual in temperate zones; perennial in frost-free areas

Ideal For

• Trellises, fences, and arches

• Hanging baskets and patio containers

• Vertical gardens or pergolas

• Adding bright, tropical color to any garden

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Soak seeds for 12–24 hours before sowing to improve germination

   • Sow 0.5–1 cm deep in moist, well-drained soil

   • Keep soil warm and moist until seedlings appear (10–20 days)

3. Support: Provide trellis or climbing support as plants grow

4. Care: Regular watering and feeding encourage lush growth and abundant flowers

Sunflower Tall ‘Summer Beauty’ Mixed – Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower Tall ‘Summer Beauty’ Mixed (Helianthus annuus) is a stunning annual that produces tall, vigorous plants with a mix of cream, bronze, and golden-yellow flowers. Blooming from mid-summer to autumn, this variety creates a spectacular, natural-looking display in borders, gardens, or as cut flowers. Easy to grow and hardy, it attracts pollinators and adds height, texture, and long-lasting color to any outdoor space.

Why Grow "Summer Beauty"

• Mix of cream, bronze, and golden-yellow blooms

• Tall, vigorous plants for dramatic garden displays

• Long flowering season from mid-summer to autumn

• Pollinator-friendly and easy to grow

Key Features

• Type: Annual (Helianthus annuus)

• Height: 150–250 cm

• Flowering: Mid-summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

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

Ideal For

• Tall, dramatic displays in gardens and borders

• Cutting gardens for bouquets

• Wildlife-friendly planting to attract bees and butterflies

• Naturalistic and cottage-style plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow outdoors: April–May directly in soil

• Germination: 7–14 days at 20–25°C

• Space plants: 30–40 cm apart in rows 60–75 cm apart

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun

• Water moderately until established

Sunflower Dwarf Fantasy Mix – 50 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

Bring vibrant colour and cheerful charm to even the smallest garden spaces with the Dwarf Fantasy Mix Sunflower. This compact selection offers a delightful blend of bright, eye-catching blooms in warm summer shades. Perfect for borders, pots, balconies, children’s gardens, or anywhere you want the joy of sunflowers without the towering height.

Features & Benefits

• Dwarf habit – typically grows 40–60 cm tall, ideal for containers and small spaces

• Mixed colours – includes a beautiful range of yellows, golds, oranges, reds, and bicolours

• Fast and easy to grow – excellent for beginners and children

• Great for pollinators – attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects

• Long flowering period – blooms throughout summer with continuous colour

• Strong stems – withstand wind and weather better than tall varieties

Growing Information

• Sowing time: March–June

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Location: Full sun

• Height: Approx. 40–60 cm

• Spacing: 20–30 cm

• Flowering: June–September

How to Grow

Sow seeds directly outdoors after frost has passed, or start indoors in pots for earlier blooms. Plant 1–2 cm deep in warm, well-drained soil. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging. Once established, these sunflowers are hardy, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant.

Ideal For

• Patio pots and window boxes

• Small gardens and borders

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

• Cut flower displays (short-stemmed arrangements)

• Children’s gardening projects

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ – Seeds

(Helianthus annuus)

Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’ is a dramatic variety, admired for its velvety, deep burgundy-red petals with a dark center. Unlike traditional yellow sunflowers, this striking ornamental adds a bold splash of color to borders, bouquets, and wildlife-friendly gardens. Long-lasting and pollen-free, it’s ideal for cutting and arranging.

Why Grow Sunflower ‘Moulin Rouge’?

• Unique deep red blooms with velvety texture

• Long-lasting flowers for borders and vases

• Pollen-free, making it excellent for cut flowers

• Attracts pollinators while adding bold garden color

Key Features

• Type: Annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Flowers: Summer to early autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Borders and dramatic summer displays

• Cut flower arrangements

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Adding bold contrast in mixed plantings

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April in pots, 1 cm deep

• Sow outdoors: April–June directly in soil after frost

• Germination: 7–14 days at 15–20°C

• Spacing: Thin or transplant to 40–50 cm apart

• Care: Water well and provide support for taller plants

Sunflower ‘Henry Wilde’ – 40 Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

A true classic among sunflowers, ‘Henry Wilde’ is loved for its tall, sturdy stems and large golden-yellow blooms that radiate summer warmth. This heirloom variety produces impressive flowers with deep brown centres, making it a favourite for cottage gardens, cutting gardens, and wildlife-friendly landscapes.

‘Henry Wilde’ is an easy-to-grow, reliable sunflower ideal for gardeners of all experience levels. Its bold height and vibrant colour make it a perfect backdrop in borders, along fences, or as a statement plant in any sunny spot.

Features & Benefits

• Tall and statuesque – reaches 1.8–2.2 m

• Large golden-yellow blooms with classic sunflower form

• Excellent cut flower – long, strong stems and great vase life

• Loved by pollinators – attracts bees, butterflies & beneficial insects

• Bird-friendly – seeds are enjoyed by goldfinches and other wild birds

• Easy and dependable – vigorous, fast-growing heirloom variety

Growing Information

• Sowing Time: March–June

• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C

• Flowering: July–September

• Position: Full sun

• Height: 180–220 cm

• Spacing: 30–45 cm

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained; keep evenly moist

How to Grow

Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost, planting 1–2 cm deep. For an earlier start, sow individually in pots indoors and transplant once seedlings are strong. Provide support in windy locations. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to encourage strong stems and big blooms.

Ideal For

• Back borders & cottage gardens

• Cutting gardens

• Wildlife and pollinator gardens

• Creating natural summer screens

• Children’s gardening projects

Mexican Sunflower Scarlet Red Seeds (Tithonia speciosa)

The Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’ (Tithonia speciosa) is a bold, heat-loving annual that produces masses of large, daisy-like blooms in brilliant scarlet-red. A true magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, this tall and vibrant flower adds fiery color to borders, wildlife gardens, and cutting displays. With its long flowering season and easy care, it thrives in sunny spots and poor soils.

Why Grow Mexican Sunflower ‘Scarlet Red’?

• Striking scarlet-red blooms up to 8 cm across

• Loved by pollinators and beneficial insects

• Tall, branching plants for a dramatic display

• Thrives in heat, sun, and poor soil

Key Features

• Botanical name: Tithonia speciosa

• Type: Half-hardy annual

• Height: 120–150 cm

• Spread: 60–75 cm

• Flowering: July–October

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Pollinator-friendly plantings

• Tall borders and backdrops

• Cut flower arrangements

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: March–April, 0.5 cm deep in trays or pots

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 40–50 cm apart

• Sow outdoors: May, directly where they are to grow

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil

Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' Seeds (Helianthus annuus)

The Dwarf Sunflower 'Teddy Bear' is a charming compact sunflower variety with soft, fully double golden blooms that resemble fluffy pompons. Growing only about 40–60 cm tall, this dwarf type is perfect for smaller gardens, containers, and borders while still delivering the cheerful impact of traditional sunflowers. Its long-lasting flowers are excellent for cutting and loved by pollinators.

What Makes It Special

• Compact, dwarf habit ideal for pots and small gardens

• Double pompom-style golden blooms

• Long flowering period with continuous color

• Attracts bees and butterflies while brightening patios and borders

Key Features

• Botanical name: Helianthus annuus

• Variety: 'Teddy Bear'

• Seed count: Approx. seeds per pack

• Height/Spread: 40–60 cm tall, 20–30 cm spread

• Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

• Flowering period: July–September

Ideal For

• Containers and patio pots

• Small gardens or children’s gardens

• Front borders and bedding displays

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

Sowing Instructions

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

2. How to sow:

   • Sow seeds 1.5 cm deep in pots or directly outdoors after frost

   • Germination takes 7–14 days at 15–20°C

3. Transplanting: Harden off and plant out seedlings after the last frost

4. Care: Water well in dry periods; compact plants rarely need staking.

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

Onion 'Spanish Sun' Seeds (Allium cepa)

Bring sunshine to your garden with Onion 'Spanish Sun', a reliable, early-maturing variety that produces large, globe-shaped golden bulbs. Known for its mild, sweet flavor and crisp texture, it’s perfect for fresh salads, cooking, or storing. Easy to grow and versatile in the kitchen, this onion is a must-have for every vegetable garden.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors from January to March or directly outdoors from March to April.

• Prefers fertile, well-drained soil in full sun.

• Sow seeds 1 cm deep in rows 30 cm apart.

• Thin seedlings to 10 cm spacing for full-sized bulbs.

• Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Key Features

• Early-maturing, large golden bulbs

• Mild, sweet flavor with crisp texture

• Suitable for fresh use, cooking, or storing

• Reliable variety for consistent yields

• Easy to grow in most garden soils

Ideal For

• Home gardeners and allotments

• Fresh salads, soups, and everyday cooking

• Long-term storage after harvest

• Gardeners seeking early, high-quality onions

Sowing

• Best time: Indoors January–March, outdoors March–April

• Depth: 1 cm

• Spacing: 10 cm between plants, 30 cm between rows

• Position: Full sun, well-drained fertile soil

• Harvest: August to September

Quick Tip

• Allow bulbs to fully dry in the sun before storing to extend their shelf life.