Flower Seeds
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Large-flowered variety with an excellent branching habit, producing many golden heads per plant. Easy to grow, bees and butterflies love them. Can be used as a cut flower. Sunflowers are very easy to grow, they come in all sizes for borders, beds, pots and containers, adding warmth and vibrancy to any outdoor living space – large or small. They look dramatic combined with other easy annuals such as Cosmos, Coreopsis or Cornflower Sunflowers are long-lasting whether used in the garden or as cut flowers, and attract a wealth of beneficial insects. Their spent heads can also be left to feed birds throughout winter.
Architectural and dramatic producing spiky, cone-shaped flower heads loved by butterflies and bees on tall spiny stems in the second year or can be left to feed the birds, especially finches.
Sow indoors, January-April, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame, unheated greenhouse, or on a warm kitchen windowsill. Keep moist. Germination may be erratic, so prick out seedlings individually as they develop. Further germination may be prompted by covering with plastic and leaving outside to chill for 2-3 weeks, after which you should bring into the warmth at approx. 15?C (60?F). Transplant individually, when large enough to handle, to 7.5cm (3") pots. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions, before planting out into well-drained soil, August-October, 45cm (18") apart.Once established, they can self-seed. Flowers: July-September, the following year.
Dramatic, tall border plant with rich purple flower clusters. Hardy with some protection.
Sow indoors, January-April, to flower the same year, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a greenhouse or on a warm, kitchen windowsill. A temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 21-35 days. If germination is slow or erratic, place the tray in a refrigerator or outside for 1-2 weeks, then return to the warmth. Transplant seedlings to 7.5cm (3") pots of compost, when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, May-June, 45cm (18") apart, when frosts are over. Flowers: July to October.
Sizzling red hot spikes of colour that last through the summer. Beautiful for massed bedding displays and containers. Real value for money.
Sow indoors, January-March. A warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Transplant them, 5cm (2") apart, to further trays, when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, May-June, 23cm (9") apart, when frosts are over. Flowers: June to October.
This hardy annual mix produces pincushion flowers, which bustle with beneficial insects
Sow outdoors, from March-May, where they are to flower, 0.5cm deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 7-21 days. Thin them to 20cm apart and water well until plants are established. For a continuous display, make sowings at two to three-week intervals. Flowers from June to October.
Rounded cushions of electric blue, all summer long. Lovely sown in drifts at the front of a sunny border.
Sow outdoors where they are to flower, 0.5cm (¼") deep, directly into finely prepared soil which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Thin seedlings to 15cm (6") apart. Water well until plants are established. For a continuous display, make sowings at two to three weekly intervals. Sowings made in curves rather than straight lines often create a more pleasing effect.
This overwinter variety is one of the earliest to flower and one of the most fragrant. Many double blooms.
Sow outdoors, May-July, in a seed bed, 0.5cm (¼") deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin them to 15cm (6") apart when large enough to handle. Keep moist and weed free. Or, transplant individually, to 7.5cm (3") pots and overwinter in a cold frame. Plant out to flowering position, September-October, allowing 20cm (8") between plants. Flowers: April to June.
Large, bright blooms on sturdy stems, great for shows. A vigorous grower and one of the best for cut flowers.
Sweet Peas Probably the nation’s favourite! These beautifully scented blooms make dwarf hedging or can climb up trellis and are super cut flowers. We know the sweet pea has a special place amongst our gardeners’ affections and we’re delighted to offer a huge range of varieties to you. Nothing can beat the sweet pea for all round performance - garden decoration and wonderful fragrance in the garden and the vase!
Sow indoors for surest results, January-March or September-October, 1.5cm (½") deep, 5 seeds per 12cm (5") pot of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame, greenhouse or on a cool windowsill. A temperature of 15°C (60°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 12-21 days. Pinch out the growing tip, when two pairs of leaves have formed, to encourage bushy growth. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, March-May, 30cm (12") apart. Support with tall canes or netting. Or, sow outdoors for ease, April-May, where they are to flower, 1.5cm (½") deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Sow 2 seeds together, every 30cm (12"). Remove weaker seedling, which can then be transplanted. Seeds sown in autumn generally flower earlier the following year. Flowers: May to October. Pick blooms regularly to prolong the flowering season.
Loose mauve and white spikes have a lovely evening fragrance.
Sow indoors for surest results, February-April, 0.5cm (¼”") deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame, unheated greenhouse, or on a warm kitchen windowsill. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 21-42 days. Transplant, when large enough to handle, to individual pots. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions, before planting out into well-drained soil, July-October, 30cm (12") apart. Or, sow outdoors, April-July, in a seed bed, 0.5cm (¼") deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Keep moist and weed free. Thin seedlings to 5cm (2") apart, before planting out to flowering position in autumn. Flowers: July to August, the following year.
Large, soft 'powder puff' blooms with a sweet scent. Easy to grow for the border and as cut flowers.
Sow outdoors, April-May, where they are to flower, 0.5cm (¼") deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin seedlings to 25cm (10") apart. Water well until plants are established and keep weed free. Or sow indoors, March-May, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 10-15°C (50-60°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Transplant seedlings, 25cm (10") apart, to other trays when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 25cm (10") apart, when frosts are over. Flowers: June to October.
A fragrant cottage garden favourite with brightly coloured blooms over many weeks. Great for cutting and beds and borders.
Sow outdoors, April-July, in a seed bed, 0.5cm (¼") deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin seedlings to 5cm (2") apart, when large enough to handle. Keep moist and weed free. Plant out to flowering position, September-November, allowing 23cm (9") between plants. Flowers: May to July, the following year.
Yellow, red, gold and bicolours, a warm sparkling mixture.
Sow indoors for surest results, February-April, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20°C (60-68°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 14-21 days. Transplant them, 5cm (2") apart, to other trays when large enough to handle. Grow on in cooler, but not cold conditions. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out into well-drained soil, May-June, 25cm (10") apart, when frosts are over. Or, sow outdoors for ease, April-May, where they are to flower, 1.5cm (½”) deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Thin seedlings as required. Water well until plants are established. Flowers: June to October.
Very cute but not fluffy. Masses of charming little flowers with cheery contrasting faces are produces on neat, compact plants over a long period. Suitable for edging borders and beds, they are just stunning in tubs and baskets. Can be treated as HB or HHA.
Sow indoors, March-September. A warm kitchen windowsill is all you need for starting these seeds. Sow, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a warm position. A temperature of 15-20°C (60-68°F) is ideal. Keep moist. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Transplant to other trays, 5cm (2") apart, when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out to flowering positions in well-drained soil, May-October, allowing 15cm (6") between plants. Flowers: June to October. Early sowings will flower the same year. Those from July onwards will flower the following spring.
Sweetly scented, perfect with dwarf tulips in spring beds. Compact dwarf plants in a range of bright colours.
Sow outdoors, April-July, in a seed bed, 0.5cm (¼") deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin seedlings to 5cm (2") apart, when large enough to handle. Plant out to flowering position, September-November, allowing 20cm (8") between plants. Flowers: March to May, the following year.
Remarkably freely produced, fully double, small, neat flowers with upright stems for easy cutting, on compact bushy plants. Adds bright and vibrant colour to the garden.
Sow outdoors, April-May, where they are to flower, 0.5cm (¼") deep, directly into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Thin them to 30cm (12") apart. Water well until plants are established. Or sow indoors, March-April, in trays of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or greenhouse. Keep moist. Transplant seedlings, 5cm (2") apart, to other trays when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions (avoid frosts), before planting out, May-June, 30cm (12") apart, when frosts are over. Flowers: July to October.
Often referred to as 'winter pansies', our own great value F1 mix has a riot of many 'self' and blotched colours. Treat as HHA.
Sow indoors, April-July, to flower the same year, 0.5cm (¼") deep, in a tray of compost. Water well and place in a cold frame or greenhouse. Seedlings usually appear in 14-28 days. Keep moist. Transplant to other trays, 5cm (2") apart, when large enough to handle. Always hold by a leaf, never by the stem. Gradually accustom young plants to outside conditions, before planting out to flowering positions in well-drained soil, August-October, 20cm (8") apart. Or, sow thinly, outdoors, May-July, in a seed bed, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Thin seedlings to 5cm (2") apart, before planting out, August-October, to flowering positions. Flowers: October to June.
Scented purple or white flowers followed by attractive flat silvery-white seed heads. The dried seed heads are perfect for indoor arrangements.
Sow outdoors, May-July, in a seed bed, 0.5cm (¼") deep, into finely-prepared, well-drained soil, which has already been watered. Seedlings usually appear in 21-35 days. Thin seedlings to 5cm (2") apart, when large enough to handle. Plant out to flowering position in autumn, allowing 25cm (10") between plants. Flowers: April-June, the following year.
This interesting plant offers a tremendous garden presence with its dramatic heads all summer, and then throughout the year with its foliage. Loved by bees and also known as ‘Blue Eryngo’, flowers have a beautiful texture and are a unique steel-blue colour which can be used in dried flower arrangements.