Sow Now: Planting Prep

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 

Ratibida columnifera ‘Prairie Coneflower’ – Native Spire Blooms for Meadows & Dry Gardens

🛒 Product Description

Ratibida columnifera, commonly known as Prairie Coneflower or Mexican Hat, is a hardy North American native perennial featuring distinctive spire-like central cones surrounded by drooping petals in warm tones of yellow, red, and bicolour. With its wildflower charm and drought tolerance, it’s perfect for:

• 🌿 Meadow plantings and prairie-style gardens
• 🐝 Pollinator habitats and biodiversity zones
• 💐 Naturalistic borders and cut flower arrangements

Growing to approximately 60–90 cm, Prairie Coneflower thrives in full sun, blooms from late spring through summer, and attracts bees, butterflies, and seed-eating birds. Its deep taproot makes it ideal for dry, poor soils, and it self-seeds readily for long-term impact.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: Autumn or early spring
2. Sowing Method: Sow directly into garden beds or trays
3. Depth: Sow 3 mm deep
4. Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C
5. Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until germination
6. Germination Time: 14–21 days
7. Transplanting: Move to final position when seedlings are strong enough to handle.
8. Approx 0.100g /100seeds 

🍂Rudbeckia ‘Autumn Colours’ – Warm-Toned Blooms for Borders, Bouquets & Late-Season Displays

🛒 Product Description

Rudbeckia ‘Autumn Colours’ is a vibrant and easy-to-grow annual featuring large, daisy-like flowers in rich shades of bronze, gold, mahogany, and burnt orange. The pelleted seed format ensures easier handling and more uniform germination—perfect for:

• 🌻 Bold borders and cottage-style beds
• 💐 Cut flower arrangements and seasonal bouquets
• 🍁 Autumn-themed Garden displays and pollinator habitats

Growing to approximately 60–80 cm, this variety thrives in full sun, blooms from mid-summer through autumn, and attracts bees, butterflies, and seed-eating birds. Its long stems and warm palette make it a favorite for florists and late-season gardeners.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: Spring, after last frost
2. Sowing Method: Sow into trays or directly into garden beds
3. Depth: Sow 3 mm deep
4. Temperature: Maintain 20–24°C
5. Watering: Keep soil moist until germination
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Transplanting: Harden off and plant out after frost risk has passed.
8. Approx : 10 seeds per pkt 

⭐Phlox drummondii cuspidata ‘Tall Mixed’ – Starry Blooms for Borders, Bouquets & Wildflower Gardens

🛒 Product Description

Phlox drummondii cuspidata ‘Tall Mixed’ is a striking annual variety featuring star-shaped, notched petals in a vivid mix of red, pink, white, lavender, and bicolours. With its upright habit and long stems, it’s perfect for:

• 🌸 Cut flower arrangements and cottage bouquets
• 🌿 Tall borders and wildflower-style plantings
• 🪴 Pollinator-friendly garden beds

Growing to approximately 40–60 cm, this tall phlox thrives in full sun, blooms from late spring through summer, and attracts bees and butterflies with its open, nectar-rich flowers. The cuspidata form adds a unique twist to traditional phlox, making it a standout in mixed displays.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: Spring, after last frost
2. Sowing Method: Sow into trays or directly into garden beds
3. Depth: Sow 3 mm deep
4. Temperature: Maintain 18–22°C
5. Watering: Keep soil moist until germination
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Transplanting: Move to final position when seedlings are strong enough to handle.
8. Approx: 0.200g per pkt 

Nigella Persian Jewels Mixed – Delicate Blooms with Exotic Charm

Add a touch of mystical beauty to your garden with Nigella Persian Jewels Mixed, an enchanting variety known for its unique, finely-cut petals and soft, jewel-toned hues. This captivating mix features sky blues, deep purples, soft pinks, and snowy whites, creating an elegant display that flourishes effortlessly.

🌸 Key Features:

• A stunning blend of rich, jewel-toned blooms.
• Unique feathery foliage that adds texture and contrast.
• Attracts bees and butterflies, supporting pollinator-friendly gardens.
• Self-seeding annual, ensuring blooms season after season with minimal effort.

🌱 Growing Information:

• Height: 45–60 cm
• Spacing: 20 cm apart for full coverage
• Germination: 10–14 days at 18–22°C
• Bloom Time: Summer to early autumn
• Sunlight: Full sun

💡 Why You'll Love It:
Perfect for wildflower meadows, cottage gardens, and dried flower arrangements, Nigella Persian Jewels Mixed is a low-maintenance, high-impact addition to any outdoor space. Its exotic, airy blooms create a romantic and whimsical atmosphere with ease.

✨ Ready to bring dreamy elegance to your garden? Order your Nigella Persian Jewels Mixed seeds today!

Approx 0.100g seeds 

🌸 Snap Dragon 

Antirrhinum Tom Thumb Mixed – Compact Snapdragons in Vibrant Colours

🛒 Product Description

Brighten up your garden beds and containers with Antirrhinum Tom Thumb Mixed, a compact and colorful annual snapdragon variety (Antirrhinum majus pumilum). Growing to just 20 cm tall, this low-growing mix offers a wide range of vibrant colors and a charming spreading habit, making it ideal for:

• 🌼 Bedding displays
• 🪴 Containers and pots
• 🌿 Edging and borders

 This variety is a favorite among growers for its high yield and cheerful blooms. Perfect for cool season planting and spring displays, these snapdragons add texture, color, and pollinator appeal to any garden.

🌱 Germination & Growing Instructions

1. When to Sow: 8–10 weeks before last expected frost
2. Sowing Method:
• Sow into cell trays
• Do not cover seeds with soil
• Use a thin layer of vermiculite to retain moisture and prevent algae
3. Watering:
• Bottom water or mist trays gently
4. Temperature: Maintain consistent warmth
5. Germination Time: 7–14 days
6. Transplanting: Move to larger containers when first true leaves appear
7. approx. .100g/500 seeds 

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.

Cosmos Tall Sensation Mixed – Graceful Blooms in Stunning Hues

Bring height, colour, and movement to your garden with Cosmos 'Tall Sensation Mixed'.
This beloved variety of Cosmos bipinnatus features tall, wispy stems topped with large, single blooms in a soft colour palette of white, pink, rose, and crimson. With its feathery foliage and long flowering season, it’s ideal for cottage gardens, mass plantings, and pollinator-friendly borders. Cosmos are drought-tolerant, self-seeding, and excellent for cut flowers.

• Botanical Name: Cosmos bipinnatus 'Tall Sensation Mixed'
• Height & Spread: 100–120cm tall × 40–50cm wide
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil (pH 6.0–7.0)
• Flowering Period: Summer to autumn
• Uses: Borders, wildflower gardens, containers, cut flowers, pollinator habitats
• Other Names: Mexican Aster, Sensation Mix Cosmos
• Approx: 0.145g/ 20 seeds per pkt 

Why You'll Love It:

• Large daisy-like blooms in soft romantic tones
• Tall, airy stems for vertical interest
• Excellent for cutting and drying
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
• Drought-tolerant and low maintenance

🌱 Growing Instructions (Care Guide)

🌞 Sunlight:
Requires full sun (6+ hours daily) for optimal flowering and sturdy stems.

🌱 Soil:
Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Avoid overly rich soil, which can reduce flowering.

🌱 Sowing Instructions:

• Sow directly in spring to early summer (temperate zones)
• Sow seeds 5–6mm deep
• Germinates in 14–21 days at 18–24°C
• Space plants 40cm apart for stronger stems
• Flowers in 70–85 days from sowing

💧 Watering:
Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, water moderately—drought-tolerant and thrives in heat.

✂️ Maintenance:

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
• Pinch seedlings at 30cm tall to promote bushier growth
• Allow some blooms to go to seed for natural reseeding

🌼 Tip:
Perfect for pairing with zinnias, salvias, or calendula in a summer border. Ideal for warm-temperate climates like Victoria.