Woodlands & Shade Seeds

Columbine 'Mrs. Scott Elliott' Mix Seeds (Aquilegia caerulea)

Graceful and colorful, Columbine 'Mrs. Scott Elliott' Mix produces elegant nodding flowers in a wide range of shades including blue, pink, yellow, red, and white. Each bloom has long spurs, giving them a delicate, airy charm. A hardy perennial, Columbine thrives in borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings while attracting bees and butterflies.

What Makes It Special

• Wide mix of elegant, spurred flowers

• Hardy, easy to grow, and long-lasting

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Key Features

• Botanical name: Aquilegia caerulea

• Hardy perennial

• Height: 60–80 cm (24–32 in)

• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer

Ideal For

• Cottage gardens and mixed borders

• Wildlife and pollinator-friendly gardens

• Naturalized or woodland plantings

Sowing

• Sow indoors Feb–Apr or outdoors Apr–Jun

• Cover lightly with soil; requires light for germination

• Germination: 21–35 days at 15–20°C

• Thin seedlings 30 cm apart

• Flowers the second year after sowing

Chinese Foxglove – Seeds

(Rehmannia angulata)

Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia angulata) is a striking perennial known for its elegant, tubular purple flowers and lush green foliage. Blooming from late summer to autumn, it adds a touch of exotic beauty to garden borders, woodland settings, and mixed perennial beds. Hardy and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators and provides long-lasting color.

Why Grow Chinese Foxglove?

• Tubular, violet-purple blooms for late-season color

• Hardy and easy-to-grow perennial

• Attracts bees and pollinators

• Adds height and elegance to borders

Key Features

• Type: Perennial

• Height: 60–90 cm

• Flowers: Late summer to autumn

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Fertile, well-drained

Ideal For

• Cottage and mixed perennial borders

• Woodland and naturalistic gardens

• Pollinator-friendly planting

• Late-season color accents

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: Early spring in pots or trays at 18–20°C

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Transplant: Plant out after last frost

• Care: Water regularly and mulch to retain moisture; minimal maintenance required

Astilbe Flower Mix Seeds (Astilbe arendsii hybrids)

Add lush, feathery color to shaded areas with Astilbe Flower Mix (Astilbe arendsii hybrids). This vibrant mix produces tall, plume-like flowers in shades of pink, red, and white above attractive fern-like foliage. Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and container planting, Astilbe thrives in moist, shady conditions and attracts pollinators for a lively garden display.

How to Grow

• Sow seeds indoors in late winter or early spring.

• Use a fine, well-drained seed compost and lightly press seeds onto the surface (do not cover).

• Keep soil moist and maintain a temperature of 18–20°C for germination (14–28 days).

• Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle, spacing 30–40 cm apart.

• Keep plants evenly watered, especially during dry periods.

• Mulch around established plants to retain moisture and encourage vigorous growth.

Key Features

• Feathery, plume-like flowers in pink, red, and white shades

• Attractive fern-like foliage all season

• Ideal for shaded or partially shaded areas

• Long-flowering and pollinator-friendly

• Perfect for borders, woodland gardens, and containers

Ideal For

• Shady garden beds and borders

• Woodland and cottage-style gardens

• Containers and patio planters in partial shade

• Attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Sowing

• Best time: Late winter to early spring indoors

• Germination: 14–28 days

• Sow on soil surface, do not cover

• Prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade

Quick Tip

• Keep soil consistently moist and provide partial shade for optimal growth and abundant flowering.