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Sweet Pea ‘Elegance Mix’ – Fragrant, Long-Stemmed Blooms for Bouquets & Trellises

🛒 Product Description

Sweet Pea ‘Elegance Mix’ is a premium selection of long-stemmed, ruffled blooms in a sophisticated mix of pastel and jewel tones, including lavender, rose, cream, coral, and deep violet. Bred for early flowering and florist-quality stems, it’s perfect for:

• 💐 Cut flower arrangements and wedding bouquets
• 🧺 Trellises, arches, and vertical garden features
• 🌿 Cottage gardens and scented borders

Growing to approximately 1.5–2 m, Elegance Mix thrives in full sun, blooms from late spring through early summer, and offers an intensely sweet fragrance. Its strong stems and abundant blooms make it a favorite among growers and florists alike.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: Autumn or early spring
2. Sowing Method: Sow directly or into trays
3. Depth: Sow 2 cm deep
4. Pre-treatment: Soak seeds overnight before sowing
5. Temperature: Maintain 15–18°C
6. Watering: Keep soil moist until germination
7. Germination Time: 10–14 days
8. Support: Provide trellis or netting for climbing.
9. approx. 10-12 seeds 

Create a vibrant floral carpet with this cheerful mix of dwarf asters!
Aster 'Colour Carpet Mixed' is a compact, bushy annual that produces masses of daisy-like blooms in a dazzling array of colours—pink, purple, white, red, and lavender. Ideal for borders, containers, and mass plantings, this variety delivers long-lasting colour from late summer into autumn.

• Botanical Name: Callistephus chinensis
• Height & Spread: 20–30cm tall × 25cm wide
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Flowering Period: Late summer to early autumn
• Uses: Bedding, borders, containers, mass plantings
• Other Names: China Aster, Carpet Aster
•  Approx 0.100g/70 seeds per pkt 

Why You'll Love It:

• Compact, bushy habit ideal for edging and pots
• Bright, cheerful mix of colours
• Long flowering season
• Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects
• Great for small spaces and low-maintenance gardens

🌿 Growing Instructions (Care Guide)

🌞 Sunlight:
Plant in full sun for best flowering and compact growth.

🌱 Soil:
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Enrich with compost before planting.

🌱 Sowing Instructions:

• Sow indoors from late winter to early spring, or directly after last frost
• Cover seeds lightly (2–3mm deep)
• Germinates in 7–14 days at 20–25°C
• Space plants 20–25cm apart

💧 Watering:
Keep soil moist during germination and establishment. Water at the base to avoid fungal issues.

✂️ Maintenance:

• Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous blooms
• Avoid overhead watering
• Rotate planting location each year to prevent disease build-up

🌼 Tip:
Perfect for edging veggie beds, filling gaps in borders, or creating a cheerful potted display. Combine with marigolds, alyssum, or dwarf zinnias for a vibrant summer palette

Transform your garden into a fragrant mosaic of pastel blooms with Alyssum 'Magic Circles Mixed'.
This easy-to-grow annual offers a soft, spreading carpet of white, pink, and lilac flowers that bloom generously from early spring through summer. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, it’s perfect for borders, hanging baskets, veggie beds, and cottage-style displays.

• Botanical Name: Lobularia maritima
• Height & Spread: 10–15cm tall, spreading habit
• Position: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Flowering Period: Spring to late summer
• Fragrance: Sweet honey and vanilla notes
• Uses: Edging, ground cover, containers, hanging baskets, living mulch
• Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• approx 0.100g / 200 seeds 

Why You'll Love It:

• Creates a soft, colourful carpet of blooms
• Fast-growing and low-maintenance
• Ideal for companion planting in veggie gardens
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Adds fragrance and charm to any space

🌿 Growing Instructions (Care Guide)

🌞 Sunlight:
Thrives in full sun but tolerates part shade. More sun = more blooms.

🌱 Soil:
Prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

🌱 Sowing Instructions:

• Sow directly or raise seedlings
• Cover seeds lightly (2mm deep) or press into moist seed-raising mix
• Germinates in 7–10 days at 18–21°C
• Space plants 20cm apart

💧 Watering:
Keep soil moist during germination. Once established, water moderately.

✂️ Maintenance:

• Trim spent blooms to encourage fresh flowering
• Replace plants seasonally for continuous colour
• Ideal for succession planting

🌼 Tip:
Use as a living mulch around veggies to suppress weeds and attract pollinators. Perfect for warm-temperate climates like Victoria.

Four O’Clock – Formula Mix
Mirabilis jalapa | Heirloom | Hardy Annual

A true garden surprise! Four O’Clock ‘Formula Mix’ bursts into bloom in the late afternoon, offering a kaleidoscope of colours—pink, yellow, white, magenta, and bi-colour blends—all from a single packet. Each plant may produce multiple flower colours, making every sowing a joyful mystery.

🌱 Sowing Details:

• Sow: Spring to early summer
• Method: Direct into garden beds or start in trays
• Depth: 6–10 mm
• Temperature: 20–25°C
• Germination: 7–14 days
• Watering: Keep soil moist until germination

🌼 Growing Notes:

• Height: 60–90 cm
• Spacing: 30–40 cm
• Aspect: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile
• Flowering: ~10–12 weeks from sowing
• Features: Fragrant blooms, self-seeding, tuber-forming roots

✨ Why You’ll Love It:

• Blooms in the late afternoon—hence the name!
• Each plant offers a surprise mix of colours
• Attracts moths and beneficial insects
• Easy to grow and ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower bed

Approx 5 seeds per packet 

English Lavender – Lavandula angustifolia
Heirloom | Perennial Herb | Fragrant & Hardy

A timeless garden favourite, English Lavender brings soothing fragrance, soft purple blooms, and year-round charm to borders, herb beds, and pollinator-friendly spaces. This hardy perennial is ideal for drying, oils, and sachets—and thrives in sunny, well-drained positions.

🌱 Sowing Details:

• Sow: Late winter to early spring
• Method: Start in trays or pots (not recommended for direct sowing)
• Depth: Surface sow or cover lightly (1–2 mm)
• Temperature: 20–25°C
• Germination: 14–28 days (slow and irregular)
• Watering: Mist gently to keep soil moist but not wet

🌼 Growing Notes:

• Height: 40–60 cm
• Spacing: 30–40 cm
• Aspect: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, alkaline to neutral
• Flowering: ~4–6 months from sowing (flowers in second year)
• Features: Aromatic foliage, drought-tolerant, pollinator-friendly

✨ Why You’ll Love It:

• Classic scent and soft colour for borders and herb gardens
• Excellent for drying, oils, and fragrant sachets
• Low maintenance and long-lived
• Pairs beautifully with rosemary, thyme, and other Mediterranean herbs

Approx 100 seeds 

Chinese Purple Bell Vine – Exotic Elegance for Vertical Spaces
Add a touch of drama to your garden with the Chinese Purple Bell Vine. This rare and striking climber features deep purple, bell-shaped flowers with flared magenta petals, suspended like lanterns against lush green foliage. A true showstopper for trellises, arches, and hanging baskets.

🌸 Features

• Fast-growing annual or tender perennial
• Unique bell-shaped blooms with trailing stems
• Ideal for vertical gardens, fences, and pots
• Long flowering season from late spring to autumn
• Attracts bees and beneficial insects

🌱 Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors in late winter to early spring
• Lightly cover seeds; germinates in 14–21 days at 20–24°C
• Transplant after frost into full sun or part shade
• Prefers rich, well-drained soil and regular watering
• Can reach 2–3 m in a single season

📏 Spacing

• Space 30–45 cm apart for climbing coverage

💡 Mari’s Tip: Pair with pale companion plants to highlight its dramatic blooms. Perfect for seasonal bundles or rare seed collections.

Approx. 10 x seeds

Larkspur Imperial Lilac Spire – Tall, Elegant Lilac Blooms

Bring grace and height to your garden with Larkspur Imperial Lilac Spire, a stunning variety known for its tall, spire-like clusters of soft lilac flowers. These delicate yet towering blooms create a romantic, cottage-style atmosphere, perfect for borders, wildflower meadows, and cut-flower arrangements. Their long stems and feathery foliage add movement and texture to any landscape.

Larkspur Imperial Lilac Spire is scientifically known as Consolida regalis. It has also been previously classified under Delphinium consolida.

🌸 Key Features:

• Striking tall spires of lilac blooms for a dramatic garden effect.
• Ideal for cut flowers, bouquets, and floral arrangements.
• Pollinator-friendly, attracting bees and butterflies.
• Easy to grow, thriving in well-drained soil and full sun.

🌱 Growing Information:

• Height: 90–120 cm
• Spacing: 30 cm apart for full coverage
• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C
• Bloom Time: Summer to early autumn
• Sunlight: Full sun

Sow:

• Autumn–early winter (best) or early spring in cooler climates
• Position: Full sun; well‑drained soil
• How: Sow direct; cover lightly (3–5 mm). Prefers cool soil to germinate
• Germination: 14–21 days at 10–15°C
• Thin/Transplant: Space 25–30 cm apart; dislikes root disturbance
• Notes: Tall lilac flower spikes; excellent for cutting and cottage borders

Why You'll Love It:
Perfect for adding height, elegance, and soft lilac hues to your garden, Larkspur Imperial Lilac Spire is a stunning, low-maintenance annual that brings beauty to both flower beds and floral arrangements.

✨ Ready to enhance your garden with towering lilac blooms? Order your Larkspur Imperial Lilac Spire seeds today!

Approx. 0.500g seeds

(THESE SEEDS AND ANY PART OF THIS PLANT MAY NOT BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION - Food Standard Australia & New Zealand)

WARNING: THESE PLANTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH IF INGESTED, PLANTS CAN CAUSE RASHES, BLISTERS, DERMATITIS OF THE SKIN OR IRRITATE THE EYES, NOSE AND MOUTH. THIS SPECIES IS KNOWN TO BE INVASIVE INTO NATURAL OR FARMING AREAS. (POISONOUS AND INVASIVE PLANTS IN AUSTRALIA, WWF AUSTRALIA, JULY 2007)

Larkspur Imperial Rose Queen – Regal Blooms in Stunning Shades

Add a touch of grace and elegance to your garden with Larkspur Imperial Rose Queen, a majestic variety known for its tall spires of delicate, rose-pink blooms. These stunning flowers bring height, texture, and soft romance to borders, cottage gardens, and floral arrangements, making them a must-have for gardeners seeking a classic, regal display.

🌸 Key Features:

• Tall, stately spires with lush rose-pink flowers.
• Ideal for cut flowers, bouquets, and floral designs.
• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator-friendly gardens.
• Thrives in full sun, adding effortless beauty with minimal care.

🌱 Growing Information:

• Height: 90–120 cm
• Spacing: 30 cm apart for full coverage
• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C
• Bloom Time: Summer to early autumn
• Sunlight: Full sun

💡 Why You'll Love It:
Perfect for creating romantic, vintage-style gardens, Larkspur Imperial Rose Queen offers elegant, long-lasting blooms that enhance garden borders and floral arrangements alike.

✨ Ready to add regal beauty to your garden? Order your Larkspur Imperial Rose Queen seeds today!

Approx 0.500g seeds

(THESE SEEDS AND ANY PART OF THIS PLANT MAY NOT BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION - Food Standard Australia & New Zealand)

WARNING: THESE PLANTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS OR DEATH IF INGESTED, PLANTS CAN CAUSE RASHES, BLISTERS, DERMATITIS OF THE SKIN OR IRRITATE THE EYES, NOSE AND MOUTH. THIS SPECIES IS KNOWN TO BE INVASIVE INTO NATURAL OR FARMING AREAS. (POISONOUS AND INVASIVE PLANTS IN AUSTRALIA, WWF AUSTRALIA, JULY 2007)

🐝 Bee Mix – Pollinator-Friendly Flower Blend (Not for Sale in WA/TAS)

🛒 Product Description

Support your local pollinators with Bee Mix, a vibrant blend of annual and perennial flowers specially selected to attract bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. This easy-to-grow mix provides season-long blooms, making it ideal for:

• 🌼 Wildflower meadows and cottage gardens
• 🐝 Pollinator patches and eco-friendly borders
• 🪴 Containers and community garden beds

With a diverse range of flower shapes and colors, Bee Mix enhances biodiversity and promotes healthy ecosystems. It thrives in full sun, requires minimal maintenance, and is perfect for gardeners looking to create a bee haven.

❗ Note: Not available for sale in Western Australia or Tasmania due to biosecurity restrictions.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: Autumn or spring
2. Sowing Method: Sow directly into prepared garden beds
3. Depth: Lightly rake in or press into soil surface
4. Temperature: Germinates best at 15–22°C
5. Watering: Keep moist until germination; reduce once established
6. Germination Time: 7–21 days depending on species
7. Maintenance: Deadhead to prolong flowering or allow to self-seed
8. Approx: 0.500g per pkt