Flower Seeds

Gro-Sure Easy Flowers Pastel Mix 1.5kg Code: 20500120 Add months of cool, pastel colour to your garden the easy way with Gro-Sure Easy Flowers. Containing the perfect mix of pastel flower seeds, granular compost and flower starter feed, simply scatter the contents of this pack in containers or flower beds, lightly rake-in, water regularly and enjoy months of colour in your garden. - Perfect 3 in 1 mix of flower seeds, granular compost & natural feed - Easy to grow - Cool pastel colours What to do Shake Pack: Shake the pack well before use in a tumbling motion, by rotating the pouch and shaking it at the same time at least three times. Scatter: Scatter the contents for an even spread in containers or flower beds, use for covering large areas or filling in gaps. Once scattered, lightly rake to incorporate seeds into the soil surface. Water: Water regularly, especially in dry spells, gently at first to avoid washing away seeds. Contents: Contains a mixture of granular compost, natural plant food and sufficient mixed flower seed including the following: Agrostemma, Cornflower, Gypsophila, Nigella, Candytuft, Virginian Stock, Clary, Lavatera, Phacelia. Contents may vary according to availability.

Gro-Sure Easy Flowers Bright Mix 1.5kg Code: 20500118 Add months of vibrant, bright colour to your garden the easy way with Gro-Sure Easy Flowers. Containing the perfect mix of colourful flower seeds, granular compost and flower starter feed, simply scatter the contents of this pack in containers or flower beds, lightly rake-in, water regularly and enjoy months of colour in your garden. - Perfect 3 in 1 mix of flower seeds, granular compost & natural feed - Easy to grow - Bright & colourful mix What to do Shake Pack: Shake the pack well before use in a tumbling motion, by rotating the pouch and shaking it at the same time at least three times. Scatter: Scatter the contents for an even spread in containers or flower beds, use for covering large areas or filling in gaps. Once scattered, lightly rake to incorporate seeds into the soil surface. Water: Water regularly, especially in dry spells, gently at first to avoid washing away seeds. Contents: Contains a mixture of granular compost, natural plant food and sufficient mixed flower seed including the following: Pheasant’s Eye, Calendula, Chrysanthemum, Cornflower, Coreopsis, Californian Poppy, Linum, Maltese Cross, Miniature Sunflower. Contents may vary according to availability.

Aster Milady Mixed Sku: AIT01447 Excellent for bedding , these plants are robust, bushy and very wilt resistant. Well formed, globular, weather resistant flowers in blue, pink, rose, rose-red and white are produced over a long period. Useful as a summer flowering pot plant, for window boxes etc. Half Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow Sow March to April. Germinate at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Do not cover seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-21 days. Do not exclude light at any stage, as this helps germination. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler, well lit conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm(12in) apart.

Carnation Giant Chabaud Double Mixed Sku: AIT02844 The fragrance and the range of colour is very good. Double beautifully scented, fringed flowers. Ideal for: Cottage Gardens, Scented Gardens, Cut Flower Garden. Fully Hardy & Full Sun How to Sow: Sow from late winter to early spring in a good seed compost, just covering the seed with compost. Make sure that the compost is moist but not wet and seal in a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 7-14 days at 15-20C (60-68F). Transplant when large enough to handle into 8cm (3in) pots and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost 38-45cm (15-18in) apart.

Cosmos Capriola Sku: AIT60212 You won't be able to resist this showy new Cosmos in your summer borders. 'Capriola' carries plenty of bright, two-tone flowers, which are produced on branching plants all summer long. Easy to grow from seed this stunning cosmos is good for beds, borders and large patio containers. Height 120cm (47"). Spread: 60cm (24"). Half Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow Start off in a seed tray indoors and plant out in borders. Fill a seed tray with good, free-draining, damp, seed compost. Sow seed on the surface of the compost and cover with a very fine sprinkling of dry vermiculite or finely sieved compost. Place the seed and tray in a propagator or seal inside a polythene bag and keep at around 20-25C (68-77F) until the seeds germinate. This will take about 7-14 days. Don’t exclude light as this helps germination. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them individually into 7.5cm (3") pots or multi-cell trays. Before planting out, acclimatise the plants to cooler conditions by putting them outside for a few hours a day for a few weeks. Plant out when all risk of frost has gone about 45cm (18") apart.

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click Snow Puff' Half-hardy Annual The spectacular white, pom-pom flowers with a delicate hint of blushed pink of Cosmos Double Click Snow Puff sit on sturdy stems making this latest colour in the 'Double Click' series. Makes an excellent cut flower as well as adding height and interest to borders all summer. Flowering Period:July, August, September, October Sowing Months:March, April, May Position:full sun

Alyssum 'Carpet Of Snow' Sku: AIT01350 A magnificent low-growing, wide-spreading hardy annual producing a continuous display of snow white flowers all summer long. Always early to bloom, Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' has a ground hugging habit that is perfect for rock gardens or cascading from crevices in walls. With a toughness that belies its delicate appearance, sweet alyssum is surprisingly wind tolerant and makes a useful plant in coastal areas. Height: 10cm (4"). Spread: 25cm (10"). Half Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow Sow alyssum seeds from late March to May at 15-29C (60-85F), on the surface of a good quality seed compost and gently firm down. Keep the soil damp but not wet and do not exclude light. Place in a propagator or seal the seed tray inside a polythene bag until after germination, which usually takes 7-30 days. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. When alyssum plants are well grown and all risk of frost has passed, acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days. Transplant outdoors in full sun on light sandy, well drained soil at a distance of 30cm (12") apart. Alternatively, sow alyssum seed outdoors in May, directly into well prepared seed beds.

Calendula Candyman Orange Sku: AIT04575 The longest flowering and best double pot marigold that T&M have grown on their trial grounds Sturdy, dwarf, multi-branching plants produce large, luminous blooms, to brighten summer borders and containers. The daisy-like flowers of Calendula 'Candyman Orange' are excellent for cutting and can also be added to salads as an edible flower. Quick and easy to grow, Calendula copes in almost any garden situation, and even grows well in coastal areas. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow: Direct sow calendula seeds outdoors where they are to grow from April to May. Choose a position in full sun on well drained soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Sow seeds thinly, at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills spaced 30cm (12") apart and cover seed with its own depth of soil to exclude light. Water the ground regularly, especially during dry periods. Germination usually takes 5-10 days. When calendula seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them out to 30cm (12") apart. Alternatively, sow indoors from March to April at a temperature of 18-23C (65-73F). When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. For winter or early spring flowering, sow calendula in late summer or early autumn and grow plants on in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.

A very special selection of large-flowered Aubrieta with a rich colour range. They cascade and spread with vigorous determination. Suitable for rockeries, borders, edging paths, planters etc. Flowers early spring. Spread 18-24in.

How to Sow: Sow from late winter to early summer in John Innes Seed Compost, just covering the seed with compost. Make sure that the compost is moist but not wet and seal in a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 14-21 days at 18C (65F). Transplant when large enough to handle into boxes and then 7.5cm (3in) pots. Later plant out 30cm (12in) apart.

Prefers well drained soil preferably containing lime in a sunny site.

Aquilegia x hybrida 'McKana Giants Mixed' Columbine, Granny's Bonnet Sku: AIT02789 Attractive free-flowering, long spurred mixture in a wide range of vibrant coloured blooms on strong stems, ideal for cutting. Outstanding garden performance. Hardy Perennial Full Sun or Semi-shade How to Sow: Sow spring to mid summer in a good seed compost just covering the seed with compost. Germination can take from 1-3 months at 15-21C (60-70F), to speed this up seal in a polythene bag after sowing and leave in a refrigerator (3-5 C) for 3 weeks then place in warmth (15-21 C). Inspect regularly and remove if any start to germinate in the fridge. Transplant when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Move to a coldframe or plunge the pots up to their rims in a sheltered site outdoors and plant out in autumn 30cm (12in) apart.

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Double Click Rose Bonbon' Half-hardy Annual Following the amazing success of Double Click Mixed, this is the first straightcoloured, high-quality, fully-double Cosmos from seed to be introduced The spectacular, rose pom-pom flowers sit proudly on top of strong stems, making Double Click Rose Bonbon a 'must' for adding height to summer borders and an imposing and rarely-seen cut flower. Height: 60-90cm (2-3 feet). Flowering Period:July, August, September, October Sowing Months:March, April, May Position:full sun

Calendula Candyman Yellow Sku: AIT04661 The longest flowering and best double pot marigold that T&M have grown on their trial grounds Sturdy, dwarf, multi-branching plants produce large, luminous blooms, to brighten summer borders and containers. The daisy-like flowers of Calendula 'Candyman Yellow' are excellent for cutting and can also be added to salads as an edible flower. Quick and easy to grow, calendula copes in almost any garden situation, and even grows well in coastal areas. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 30cm (12"). Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow: Direct sow calendula seeds outdoors where they are to grow from April to May. Choose a position in full sun on well drained soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Sow seeds thinly, at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills spaced 30cm (12") apart and cover seed with its own depth of soil to exclude light. Water the ground regularly, especially during dry periods. Germination usually takes 5-10 days. When calendula seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them out to 30cm (12") apart. Alternatively, sow indoors from March to April at a temperature of 18-23C (65-73F). When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. For winter or early spring flowering, sow calendula in late summer or early autumn and grow plants on in a cool greenhouse or conservatory.

Californian Poppy Fruit Crush Sku: AIT04592 A captivating mixture of upward facing blooms in a bold blend of citrus and berry shades. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut flowers. California poppies are easy to grow in beds and borders, or let them self seed throughout gravel gardens to form natural drifts. Height: 25cm (10"). Spread: 25cm (10"). Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow Direct sow eschscholzia seed outdoors where they are to grow from March to May or in September for overwintering. Autumn sowings will flower in late spring. Choose a position in full sun on any poor, well drained soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Sow seeds thinly, at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills spaced 15cm (6") apart and cover seed with its own depth of soil to exclude light. Water the ground regularly, especially during dry periods. Germination usually takes 14-21 days. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin them out to 15cm (6") apart. Alternatively, sow California poppies indoors from February to March at a temperature of 15-21C (60-70F). When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors.

Cosmos bipinnatus 'Sweet Sixteen' Sku: AIT08251 Eye-catching soft blushed pink blooms, each have distinct darker pink picotee edges and an attractive double frill in the centre of each flower. Cosmos Sweet Sixteen is ideal for adding height and interest to borders as well as making an intriguing cut flower. Half Hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow: Sow Cosmos seed from March to May at a depth of 3mm (1/8") in a good quality seed compost, and cover the seeds with a very fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Place the seed tray in a propagator at a temperature of 18-25C (64-77F) or seal it inside a polythene bag. Keep the soil damp but not wet. Do not exclude light as this aids germination which usually takes 7-15 days. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 7cm (3") potsand grow them on in cooler conditions until large enough to plant outdoors. When Cosmos plants are well grown and all risk of frost has passed, acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days. Transplant outdoors in full sun in any moist, well drained soil at a distance of 45cm (18") apart. Pinch out the growing tip of each stem when transplanting to encourage stems to branch and produce more Cosmos flowers.

Antirrhinum Dwarf Bedding Mixed Sku: AIT01423 A glittering mixture in a wide range of colours. Their low and compact habit makes them an essential item for the smaller garden. Half-hardy Annual Full Sun How to Sow: Sow January to March. Germinate at 20-30C (68-86F) on the surface of a good free draining, damp seed compost. Do not cover the seed. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 10-21 days. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into trays or 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in cooler conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart.

Childrens - Nasturtium Jewel Of Africa 89431794 I am a giant, brightly coloured nasturtium that will wander through borders or trail around pots in your garden. You can even eat my flowers and spicy leaves in salads. Height: 20cm. Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Flowering Period: June, July, August, September Sowing Months: March, April, May Position: Full sun

Rudbeckia Rustic Dwarfs Mixed Long-stemmed plants with large flowers of rich yellow, gold, bronze and mahogany with black cone. An excellent subject for beds and borders, it will tolerate wet weather. Flowers late summer/autumn. Height only 60cm (24in). Flowering Period:July, August, September, October Sowing Months:February, March, April Position:sun or semi shade

Summer Flowers True Blue Skies A delightful mixture of blue flowering annuals that will add colour and variety to borders. The wide range of varieties includes favourites such as nigella, salvia, centaurea and larkspur, which have been selected to flower gradually over the summer months to give your flower displays and ever changing appearance. Just shake and sow. The easiest way to create a sunny flower border in your garden Simply open the box, scatter the seeds where you want them to grow, cover and wait for a spectacular display Simply open the box, scatter the seeds where you want them to grow, cover and wait for a spectacular display Sku#: SP84857