Wet Areas Flower Seeds

Salad Burnet – Seeds (Sanguisorba minor)

Salad Burnet is a hardy perennial herb known for its fresh, cucumber-like flavor. Its delicate, serrated leaves are perfect for adding to salads, dips, sauces, and refreshing summer drinks. An attractive, low-maintenance plant, it also makes a lovely edging herb for the garden.

This herb is drought-tolerant once established and can be harvested repeatedly throughout the growing season. A traditional herb with both culinary and ornamental value.

How to Grow

• Sow indoors: March – April

• Sow outdoors: April – June

• Depth: 0.5 cm, lightly cover

• Spacing: 25–30 cm between plants

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, light to medium soil

• Watering: Moderate; drought tolerant once mature

Key Features

• Perennial herb with cucumber-like flavor

• Ideal for salads, sauces, and refreshing drinks

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low maintenance

• Attractive edging plant for herb gardens

• Repeated harvests throughout summer

Harvest

• Harvesting period: May – October

• Pick young, fresh leaves regularly for the best flavor.

Short Tip

Snip leaves just before use, as their delicate flavor is best enjoyed fresh.

Yellow Iris – Seeds

(Iris pseudacorus)

The Yellow Iris (Iris pseudacorus) is a striking perennial, known for its large golden-yellow blooms and elegant sword-like foliage. Naturally found along riverbanks and ponds, it thrives in moist to wet soil, making it a perfect choice for water gardens, bog gardens, or pond edges. In late spring to early summer, it produces showy flowers that attract pollinators and provide a beautiful contrast to lush greenery. Hardy and low-maintenance, this iris is both ornamental and beneficial for wildlife habitats.

Key Features

• Type: Perennial, aquatic/marginal plant

• Height: 80–120 cm

• Spread: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: May–July

• Position: Full sun / partial shade

• Soil: Moist, fertile; thrives in boggy or wet conditions

Ideal For

• Pond edges, water features, and wetlands

• Wildlife and naturalistic gardens

• Cottage and perennial borders (in moist soil)

• Attracting bees and butterflies

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors/outdoors: Autumn–Spring

• Pre-treatment: Seeds benefit from stratification (exposure to cold for 6–8 weeks) before sowing.

• Germination: Can be slow and irregular (1–3 months).

• Sow depth: Cover lightly with compost and keep moist.

• Transplanting: Move seedlings to permanent positions when large enough, ensuring soil remains moist.

Purple Loosestrife Seeds (Lythrum salicaria)

A striking perennial, Purple Loosestrife produces tall spikes of vibrant purple flowers throughout summer. Hardy and long-flowering, it adds vertical interest and color to borders, wetlands, and naturalistic garden plantings, attracting bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Tall spikes of vivid purple flowers

• Hardy, long-lasting perennial with dramatic vertical presence

• Attracts pollinators, supporting wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Lythrum salicaria

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 100–150 cm (3–5 ft)

• Bloom time: Summer

Ideal For

• Garden borders and wetland-style plantings

• Naturalistic and cottage-style gardens

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–28 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers in the first or second season after sowing

Garden Catmint Seeds (Nepeta mussinii)

A hardy perennial, Garden Catmint produces spikes of soft lavender-blue flowers over aromatic gray-green foliage. Long-flowering and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, attracting bees and butterflies while adding texture and fragrance.

What Makes It Special

• Soft lavender-blue blooms over aromatic foliage

• Hardy, long-flowering, and drought-tolerant

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Nepeta mussinii

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early autumn

Ideal For

• Borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial beds

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Containers and low-maintenance garden designs

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 10–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30–40 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

Yarrow ‘Milfoil Cerise Queen’ – Seeds (Achillea millefolium)

Yarrow ‘Milfoil Cerise Queen’ (Achillea millefolium) is a hardy perennial featuring flat-topped clusters of vibrant cerise flowers above fine, fern-like foliage. Blooming from early summer to autumn, it adds long-lasting color and texture to borders, rockeries, and wildflower gardens. Drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and attractive to pollinators, this yarrow is ideal for sustainable gardens and mixed perennial beds.

Why Grow "Milfoil Cerise Queen"

• Vibrant cerise, flat-topped flower clusters

• Long flowering season from early summer to autumn

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Achillea millefolium)

• Height: 40–60 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, wildflower gardens, pollinator-friendly beds

Ideal For

• Adding bold color and texture to perennial borders

• Sustainable and low-water gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Cottage-style or naturalistic gardens

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Sow outdoors: March–May directly in soil

• Germination: 10–20 days at 18–22°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in full sun

• Cut back spent flowers to encourage rebloom

Yarrow ‘Summer White’ – Seeds (Achillea millefolium)

Yarrow ‘Summer White’ is a hardy perennial producing flat clusters of pure white blooms atop feathery, aromatic foliage. Blooming from early summer to autumn, this versatile plant thrives in borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, adding texture, fragrance, and long-lasting color to your garden.

Why Grow "Summer White"

• Flat clusters of pure white, long-lasting flowers

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

• Ideal for borders, rockeries, and cottage gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Achillea millefolium)

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Flowering: Early summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun

• Uses: Borders, rockeries, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Adding texture and structure to borders and beds

• Cottage and mixed garden designs

• Pollinator-friendly garden planting

• Gardeners seeking hardy, long-flowering perennials

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: 6–8 weeks before last frost

• Sow outdoors: Directly after frost danger has passed

• Germination: 10–20 days

• Space seedlings: 30–40 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil and full sun

Yarrow ‘Pastel’ Mix Seeds (Achillea millefolium)

A hardy and long-flowering perennial, Yarrow ‘Pastel’ Mix produces flat-topped clusters of delicate blooms in soft shades of pink, peach, and cream. Compact and drought-tolerant, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower meadows, attracting bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Soft pastel blooms in pink, peach, and cream

• Hardy, drought-tolerant, and long-flowering

• Attracts pollinators, enhancing wildlife-friendly gardens

Key Features

• Botanical name: Achillea millefolium

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)

• Bloom time: Summer

Ideal For

• Borders, beds, and cottage gardens

• Wildflower meadows and pollinator-friendly plantings

• Containers and low-maintenance garden designs

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 25–30 cm apart

• Flowers the first or second season after sowing

Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy' Mix – 8000 Seeds (Digitalis purpurea)

Add cottage garden charm with Dwarf Foxglove 'Foxy', a compact variety that produces spires of trumpet-shaped blooms in shades of pink, purple, cream, and white. Unlike taller foxgloves, 'Foxy' grows to a manageable height, making it perfect for smaller gardens, beds, borders, and containers. Loved by bees and pollinators, it’s a classic for wildlife-friendly planting.

What Makes It Special

• Compact foxglove, only 60–80 cm tall

• Mix of soft, romantic colors with speckled throats

• Blooms in the first year from seed

• Perfect for beds, borders, and wildlife gardens

Key Features

• Pack Size: 8000 seeds

• Height: 60–80 cm

• Biennial (flowers in year one if sown early)

• Attracts bees and other pollinators

Ideal For

• Cottage and wildlife gardens

• Beds, borders, and mixed plantings

• Containers and small gardens

• Pollinator-friendly spaces

Sowing

• Sow indoors Jan–May on moist seed compost, press seeds lightly (do not cover, needs light to germinate)

• Germination: 14–21 days at 18–22°C

• Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm

• Flowers: June–August

Dwarf Maiden Pink White-Red Seeds (Dianthus deltoides)

A charming and compact perennial, Dwarf Maiden Pink White-Red produces small, delicate blooms in a mix of white and red shades. Hardy and low-growing, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and container plantings, offering long-lasting color and a neat, tidy habit.

What Makes It Special

• Delicate white and red blooms in a compact form

• Hardy, low-growing, and ideal for small spaces

• Long flowering season with vibrant colors

Key Features

• Botanical name: Dianthus deltoides

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 10–15 cm (4–6 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to summer

Ideal For

• Borders, rock gardens, and edging

• Containers and small garden spaces

• Low-maintenance, compact garden displays

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Mar–May

• Cover lightly with soil and keep moist

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 10–15 cm apart

• Flowers in the first or second season after sowing