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Anise Hyssop
UTAgastache foeniculum syn. Blue giant hyssop, Fragrant giant hyssop, Liquorice mint An herbaceous perennial in the mint family with fragrant flowers and leaves that reaches 60 - 120 cm high. It has a long blooming period with dense spikes of violet-blue flowers. Anise hyssop was used medicinally by Native Americans for cough and fevers. As a culinary herb the sweet licorice-mint flavoured leaves and flowers can be used for herb tea, in fruit punches and salads. It is an excellent plant for attracting birds, bees and beneficial insects to your garden. The flowers can be used dried in potpourri or flower arrangements as they retain their fragrance and colour. It is both heat and drought tolerant and needs a well-drained soil. Grows best in full sun. Sow spring; autumn in frost-free areas only. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. SA137 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SA140 SA154 Anise Hyssop plants are available seasonally. |
Calendula 'Pacific Beauty'
UTCalendula officinalis syn. English marigold, pot marigold Calendula 'Pacific Beauty' is a cottage garden favourite. The large flowers bloom in a mix of warm colours including cream, orange, bright yellow and apricot. It is a hardy annual flower, to 80 cm high. It flowers for a long period during Winter and Spring, particularly if regularly deadheaded. Calendula will tolerate any soil in full sun, although it prefers a moderate to rich loam. It has a long history of use for its medicinal properties and as a yellow dye. The flower petals can be used as a substitute for saffron and may be added to salads. The flowers are also used in skin and cosmetic preparations. Sow late Summer and Autumn, it takes about 8-10 weeks from sowing to flowering. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. SC456 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC457 SC232 SC140 |
Calendula 'Pink Surprise'
UTCalendula officinalis syn. English marigold, pot marigold Calendula 'Pink Surprise' is a lovely calendula with fully double salmon-pink flowers tinged with apricot. It is a hardy annual flower to 60 cm high. It flowers for a long period during Winter and Spring, particularly if regularly dead-headed. Calendula will tolerate any soil in full sun, although it prefers a moderate to rich loam. Sow late Summer and Autumn, it takes about 8 - 10 weeks from sowing to flowering. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. SC687 (approx. 40 seeds per pkt.) SC244 SC247 |
California Poppy 'Mission Bells'
UTEschscholzia californica California poppies are an easy to grow, drought resistant flower with satiny petals in a colour range including cream, pink, carmine, yellow and orange. The annual plants may self-sow and naturalise in suitable conditions. It is used in containers, cottage gardens and edge plantings. It attracts bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. It prefers to grow in full sun in a well-drained soil. Sow Spring and early Summer in temperate areas and Winter to early Spring in subtropical and tropical areas. SC688 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC718 SC203 |
California Poppy 'Red Chief'
UTEschscholzia californica 'Red Chief' has glossy carmine red flowers in abundance. California poppies are an easy to grow, drought resistant flower that attracts bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. The annual plants may self-sow and naturalise in suitable conditions. 'Red Chief' is a beautiful groundcover or path edging and looks great in hanging baskets or containers. It prefers to grow in full sun in a well-drained soil. Sow spring and early summer in temperate areas and winter to early spring in subtropical and tropical areas. SC240 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC241 SC242 |
Columbine 'McKana's Giants'
UTAquilegia x cultorum Syn. Granny's Bonnet Columbine McKana's Giants are a hardy, short-lived perennial for cooler areas. It grows 75 cm high by 45 cm wide. The flowers are a pretty combination of white, pink, blue, yellow, pink, pale-blue, purple and scarlet in bloom Spring to Summer. The leafy rosette has a ferny appearance. It is a good cut flower and grows well in rock gardens, perennial beds and borders. The flowers are an excellent bee forage. It prefers a position in partial shade with a cool, moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. The seeds germinate best at 21°C; sow early Spring in temperate areas; Autumn in subtropical areas. Germination is slow, taking up to 30 days. SC496 (approx. 75 seeds per pkt.) |
Cornflower 'Blue Boy'
UTCentaurea cyanus A hardy, annual flower to 1m high with pretty blue flowers on grey-green foliage. A useful flower for attracting bees and butterflies and as a long-lasting cut flower. A native of Europe, it prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position, with protection from wind. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. Sow seed from March to September. SC198 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC462 (approx. 2000 seeds per pkt.) |
Cosmos 'Picotee'
UTCosmos bipinnatus var. cosmicos Cosmos 'Picotee' is a beautiful cosmos, it has large white flowers edged with shades of rich, rosy pink. It is a good background plant that grows over 1.2 m tall. Feathery foliage fills plants in from top to bottom creating a bushy look. It is useful in the orchard as a bee forage and nectar source for beneficial insects and butterflies. It can be used as a cut flower. A native of Mexico, it prefers a sunny position with protection from wind. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. Sow seed in November - December in cool temperate areas. Sow in warm temperate areas early Spring to Summer. In subtropical areas sow Spring and Autumn (in frost free areas only). In tropical areas sow during the dry season. The best germination soil temperature is between 22 - 27°C. Germination will take 14 - 21 days. Sow the seed 5 - 6 mm deep direct into a garden bed, it dislikes being transplanted. Space the plants 40 - 50 cm apart. Dead-head regularly; cosmos often self-sow from year to year. SC357 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC309 |
Cosmos 'Polidor Mix'
UTCosmos sulphureus Syn. Mexican Aster Cosmos 'Polidor' is a fast growing, bright and cheerful mix of yellow, gold, orange and orange-red semi-double blooms that flower over a long period. A hardy annual that attracts bees, butterflies and other pollinators. It forms a bushy plant with deeply-cut foliage to 70 cm tall, so a good height for containers. The flowers, young leaves and shoots of this species, Cosmos sulphureus, are edible whereas the common Cosmos bipinnatus are not. It is very drought and heat tolerant. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. Sow seed in November through to December in cool temperate areas. Sow in warm temperate areas early Spring to Summer. In subtropical areas sow Spring and Autumn (in frost free areas only). In tropical areas sow during the dry season. The best germination soil temperature is between 22 to 27°C. Germination will take 14 to 21 days. Sow the seed 5 to 6 mm deep direct into a garden bed, it dislikes being transplanted. Space the plants 40 to 50 cm apart. Dead-head regularly; Cosmos sulphureus will usually self-sow from year to year. SC127 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC164 SC165 SC172 |
Cosmos 'Sea Shells'
UTCosmos bipinnatus var. cosmicos 'Sea Shells' is a beautiful cosmos, the rolled, tubular petals are unusual and are thought to look like sea shells. It blooms in shades of pink, red and white; a good background plant that grows over a metre tall. Feathery foliage fills plants in from top to bottom creating a bushy look. A native of Mexico, it prefers a sunny position with protection from wind. Also useful in the orchard as a bee forage and nectar source for beneficial insects. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. Sow seed in November - December in cool temperate areas. Sow in warm temperate areas early Spring to Summer. In subtropical areas sow Spring and Autumn (in frost free areas only). In tropical areas sow during the dry season. The best germination soil temperature is between 22 - 27°C. Germination will take 14 - 21 days. Sow the seed 5 - 6 mm deep direct into a garden bed, it dislikes being transplanted. Space the plants 40 - 50 cm apart. Dead-head regularly; cosmos often self-sow from year to year. SC345 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC723 SC346 SC437 |
Cosmos 'Sensation Mixed'
UTCosmos bipinnatus var. cosmicos Cosmos 'Sensation Mixed' is an heirloom garden favourite that is hardy and easy to grow. This annual flower is a charming mix of white, pink, rose and crimson. It is a good background plant that grows over a metre tall. Feathery foliage fills plants in from top to bottom creating a bushy look. A native of Mexico, it prefers a sunny position with protection from wind. Also useful in the orchard as a bee forage and nectar source for beneficial insects and butterflies. It can be used as a cut flower. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. Sow seed in November - December in cool temperate areas. Sow in warm temperate areas early Spring to Summer. In subtropical areas sow Spring and Autumn (in frost free areas only). In tropical areas sow during the dry season. The best germination soil temperature is between 22 - 27°C. Germination will take 14 - 21 days. Sow the seed 5 - 6 mm deep direct into a garden bed, it dislikes being transplanted. Space the plants 40 - 50 cm apart. Dead-head regularly; cosmos often self-sow from year to year. SC541 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SC542 SC543 SC544 |
Dame's Rocket 'Purple'
UTHesperis matronalis Syn. sweet rocket, night-scented gilliflower, mother-of-the-evening Dame's Rocket is an old-fashioned, cottage garden plant produces clusters of violet flowers on upright flower spikes. The flowers have a spicy clove scent and are fragrant at night. A biennial plant to 75-100 cm tall with a spread of 150 cm. The flowers, young leaves, tender portions of the stems and pods are edible, similar in flavour to cress. It is an attractive cut flower. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. It is a hardy plant and easy to grow in light shade, it prefers moist, well-drained soil. The seeds germinate best between 21° - 26°C; sow early spring in temperate areas; late spring in very cool areas; March to April in subtropical areas. It has a strong tendency to self-sow so it is best to cut the flower spikes once the flowers fade, this will also encourage repeat blooming. Days to bloom: 70 - 80 days SD114 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) SD115 |
Give Bees A Chance Seed Mix
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No WA or TASCreate a bee haven in your garden A beautiful flowering mix that is a blend of nectar and pollen flowers for honey bees and native bees. It has been carefully selected to provide a food supply for the bees by blooming for a large part of the year. It contains: Alyssum, Anise, Anise Hyssop, Bergamot, Borage, Calendula, Caraway, Cornflower, Cosmos, Dames's Rocket, Dill, Hyssop, Phacelia, Queen Anne's Lace and Yarrow. Sow spring or autumn in temperate and subtropical areas. Each packet covers 10 m². SG112 To cover a larger area, mix with bulk packs of either: Buckwheat, Calendula, Cosmos, Crimson Clover, Queen Anne's Lace, Red Clover, White Clover. |
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Hollyhock 'Summer Carnival'
UTAlcea rosea Hollyhock 'Summer Carnival' is an annual, old cottage garden favourite as a background plant. The tall flower spikes to 1.5 - 2 m high are covered with mainly double, pale pink, cream, rose pink, red or white flowers. The flowers can be crystallised and used to decorate cakes, or added to salads. Before eating, remove the centre stamen and any green parts. It is useful for attracting butterflies and as a long-lasting cut flower. A native of China, it is used in herbalism. It prefers a sunny position with protection from wind. Sow late Summer and Autumn, it takes about 28 weeks from sowing to flowering. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. SH100 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) SH102 SH103 |
Marigold 'Fiesta'
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UTTagetes patula 'Fiesta' is a French marigold with dark tawny red and lemon bi-coloured flowers that bloom for a long period and will brighten any garden. Use as an edging along garden beds or in pots. Marigolds have long been believed to be a helpful addition to the organic garden. It is now known they have a role in suppressing soil diseases such as Verticillium Wilt and nematodes. This can be achieved by interplanting susceptible crops such as tomatoes with marigolds. It is also useful in nematode control if the plants are chopped up at the end of Summer and dug through the soil. Here is information on nematodes. Sow Spring and Summer, Autumn in frost-free areas only. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. SM151 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SM152 SM226 |
Marigold 'Sparky'
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UTTagetes patula 'Sparky' is a French marigold mix of tawny red and gold bi-coloured flowers that bloom for a long period and will brighten any garden. Use as an edging along garden beds or in pots. Marigolds have long been believed to be a helpful addition to the organic garden. It is now known they have a role in suppressing soil diseases such as Verticillium Wilt and nematodes. This can be achieved by interplanting susceptible crops such as tomatoes with marigolds. It is also useful in nematode control if the plants are chopped up at the end of Summer and dug through the soil. Here is information on nematodes. Sow Spring and Summer, Autumn in frost-free areas only. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. SM101 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SM137 SM121 |
Nasturtium 'Black Velvet'
UTTropaeolum majus 'Black Velvet' has deep, dark ruby-black flowers on compact, non-trailing, low-growing plants. A wide range of uses include: ornamental in hanging baskets; as an edging plant; as a salad leaf with a tangy, watercress-like flavour; as an edible flower or garnish; as an edible seed used as a 'caper' substitute. Sow Spring and Summer, Autumn in frost-free areas only. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. SN117 (approx. 15 seeds per pkt.) |
Nasturtium 'Jewel Mix Double'
UTTropaeolum majus 'Jewel Mix Double' is a compact, non-trailing form with the flowers held above the foliage. The semi-double flowers are sweetly scented in vivid colours of yellow, orange, salmon and deep red that bloom for a long period. Leaves are lily-pad shaped and bright green. A wide range of uses include: ornamental in hanging baskets; as a hardy groundcover under fruit trees; as a salad leaf with a tangy, watercress-like flavour; as an edible flower or garnish; as an edible seed used as a 'caper' substitute. Sow Spring and Summer, Autumn in frost-free areas only. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. SN114 (approx. 20 seeds per pkt.) SN115 SN116 |
Phacelia
UTPhacelia tanacetifolia syn. Californian Bluebell Phacelia is hardy and easy-to-grow with pretty, fragrant, lavender-blue flowers with delicate, fern-like foliage. It has a wide range of uses in the organic garden; as an insectary plant it will improve biological control by attracting hoverflies that control aphids; it smothers weeds and the extensive root system will improve the soil structure; the flowers are excellent bee forage. It is also a good cut flower and has a long vase-life with strong stems. Sow Spring in temperate areas; Autumn and early Winter in subtropical areas. It is unlikely to germinate well in tropical areas. SP220 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SP246 SP251 SP322 SP295 |
Poppy 'Iceland Mix'
UTPapaver nudicaule Iceland poppies signal spring and who can resist the way the delicate new flowers unfurl? It grows through the cool season for a late Winter and an early Spring display. The annual plants are compact, low-growing rosettes with gray-green leaves 45 - 60 cm tall. It produces flowers with colours including salmon pink, orange, rose, lemon, gold and creamy white on strong, upright stems. It is used in containers, cottage gardens and as a cut flower. Useful as a bee forage and attractive to beneficial insects. It prefers to grow in full sun in a rich, well-drained soil. Sow mid-Summer to early Autumn in temperate and late Summer to early Winter in subtropical and tropical areas. SP340 (approx. 40 seeds per pkt.) |
Queen Anne's Lace
UTAmmi visnaga Syn. Green Mist, Khella, Bishop's weed Queen Anne's Lace is a hardy, vigorous, tall annual to 1.5 m, with clusters of greenish-white lacy flowers 10 - 15 cm in diameter. It is grown as a cottage garden plant and cut flower. The leaves are edible, with a flavour similar to cress. A very useful flowering plant as it attracts beneficial insects including lacewings, assassin bugs and predatory wasps; it can also be planted as part of an orchard understorey and on garden edges. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. Sow early Spring and again in Autumn in temperate areas. Sow April - September in subtropical areas; avoid frost periods. The best germination soil temperature is between 15 - 25°C. Germination will take 7 - 21 days. Sow the seed 2 - 5 mm deep direct into a garden bed, it dislikes being transplanted. Space the plants 30 cm apart. SQ100 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SQ106 SQ102 |
Salvia 'Victoria Blue'
UTSalvia farinacea Syn. Mealycup Sage, Blue Bedder 'Victoria Blue' provides vibrant spikes of blue from late spring to autumn. The prolific, dense spikes of blue contrast beautifully with the silver-grey foliage. The compact plants grow 40 to 60 cm in height. It is useful as a bedding plant, in cottage gardens and compact enough for large containers. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and a range of beneficial insects. Hardy and easy to grow from seed, in warmer areas it can be cut back to be grown as a biennial. Like many Salvias, it is native to Texas and New Mexico. It takes about 6 - 8 weeks from sowing to flowering. SS159 (approx. 15 seeds per pkt.) |
Snapdragon 'Colour Mix'
UTAntirrhinum majus Snapdragon is a hardy, very pretty, cottage garden annual that blooms for a long period. The flowers are edible and can be used as a garnish or in dressings but can have a bland taste. Snapdragon 'Colour Mix' has larger florets with thicker petals and foliage than the average snapdragon. It is a bright rainbow mix on tall, sturdy 60 cm plants. It is excellent as a cut flower. The plants prefer a sunny open position in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. The seeds germinate at 21 - 24°C; germination can take from 10 - 14 days. Sow spring to early summer or autumn in temperate areas; spring in very cool areas; autumn to early spring in subtropical areas. Days to bloom: 110 days. SS298 (approx. 400 seeds per pkt.) SS299 SS337 |
Statice 'Forever Blue'
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No WALimonium sinuatum Syn. Annual statice, Wavyleaf sea lavender Statice 'Forever Blue' is an annual cottage garden favourite with large, papery, deep blue, tightly packed flower clusters produced on strong, slender stems to 65 cm tall. It is used both as a cut flower and as a dried flower. In the garden the flowers are attractive to butterflies. It prefers a well-drained loamy soil in a sunny position and is drought and salt tolerant. Seeds germinate best at 21°C; sow early spring in temperate areas; late spring in very cool areas; March to April in subtropical areas. It may self-sow if not dead-headed regularly to encourage blooming. Days to bloom: 110 - 120 days. SS136 (approx. 50 seeds per pkt.) SS137 |
Statice 'Seeker Blue'
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Professional grower qualityLimonium sinuatum Syn. Annual statice, Wavyleaf sea lavender Statice 'Seeker Blue' is an improved annual form of this cottage garden favourite. The deep blue, tightly packed flower clusters are up to 7 cm across and produced on strong, slender stems. It is recommended for growers of cut flowers and is excellent as a dried flower. It prefers a well-drained loamy soil in a sunny position and is drought and salt tolerant. Seeds germinate best at 21°C; sow early spring in temperate areas; late spring in very cool areas; March to April in subtropical areas. It may self-sow if not dead-headed regularly to encourage blooming. Days to bloom: 110 - 120 days. SS380 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) |
Stock 'Mammoth Excelsior'
UTMatthiola incana Syn. Gillyflower Stock 'Mammoth Excelsior' grow as beautiful tall spires to 100 cm of highly fragrant flowers in mixed shades of white, deep-pink, magenta, lavender, ruby-red and violet. The plants bloom with single and double flowers. The edible flowers are added to salads or used as a decoration for sweet desserts. It is ideal as a cottage garden plant; cut flower or dried flower for the home or to make up flower bunches on a market stall. The seeds germinate best between 18 - 24°C; sow autumn to early winter in temperate areas; autumn in subtropical areas. It prefers a well-drained, neutral pH loamy soil in a sunny position. Days to bloom: 12 - 14 weeks. SS131 (approx. 50 seeds per pkt.) SS132 |
Strawflower 'Sultane Mix'
UTXerochrysum bracteata syn. Bracteantha bracteatum Syn. Paper Daisies 'Sultane' strawflowers are a bright and cheerful mix of colours including coral, white, rose, yellow, orange and copper-red. The 90 - 100 cm tall, well-branched plants have been selected for uniform growth and uniform flowering. The stems are tall and straight; perfect for picking as fresh or dried flowers. As dried flower bunches the colours last well. They make a lovely addition to a flower border. In the garden the flowers are attractive to bees and beneficial insects. For flower bunches, pick when 2-3 layers of petals have unfolded but before the flowers are fully open. To dry strawflowers, simply gather them in small bunches and hang upside down in a well-ventilated room or on a verandah away from direct sunlight. Once dry, they will last for months. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. Days to bloom: 10 to 12 weeks. SS270 (approx. 50 seeds per pkt.) |
Strawflower 'Swiss Giant Mix'
UTXerochrysum bracteata syn. Bracteantha bracteatum Syn. Paper Daisies Strawflowers are colourful, long-blooming annuals for the summer garden. The papery flowers are produced on well-branched, 100 - 110 cm tall, heat and drought tolerant plants. These are wonderful long-lasting cut flowers and perfect for drying. Large flowers 5 - 7 cm across bloom in a beautiful mix of colours including bronze, crimson, yellow, rose and white coral. In the garden the flowers are attractive to bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. For flower bunches, pick when 2 - 3 layers of petals have unfolded but before the flowers are fully open. To dry strawflowers, simply gather them in small bunches and hang upside down in a well-ventilated room or on a verandah away from direct sunlight. Once dry, they will last for months. Suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. Days to bloom: 10 to 12 weeks. SS155 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SS156 |
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Growing Sunflowers
Helianthus annuus Sunflowers add joy to a Summer garden, attract colourful king parrots and the flower petals are edible and brighten up a salad. The tall plants provide support for climbing beans and are useful as a Summer windbreak. Sunflowers are a must for a child's garden, the sheer size of the plants and the way the flowers follow the sun are intriguing for kids. It is a warm season, frost tender annual, usually 2 - 3 m tall. The seeds germinate best at 20 - 25°C; sow Spring and Summer most areas. The seeds take 10 - 14 days to germinate but are vulnerable to being eaten by birds and rodents. Protect the seed with an upturned pot until the seed has germinated. Sow seed 6 - 10 mm deep in full sun, direct into a garden bed is best. Soil required is fertile, well-drained; with a preferred pH 5.5 - 7.5. Plants do better with consistent moisture. Space rows 60 cm apart with 50 - 60 cm between plants. Protect seedlings from snails, slugs and grasshoppers. |
Sunflower 'Evening Sun'
UT'Evening Sun' has beautiful, large flowers in Autumn shades of orange, russet-bronze, mahogany-red and gold with dark centres. The multiple heads provide an extended bloom period. A great variety for cutting; the plants grow 1.8 - 2.4 m tall. SS143 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) SS144 SS228 |
Sunflower 'Sunbird'
OG'Sunbird' produces large grey sunflower seeds which are excellent as human food or poultry forage. Sunbird is both drought tolerant and disease resistant. The plants grow 2 - 2.5 metres tall. SS200 (approx. 50 seeds per pkt.) SS207 SS199 SS249 No TAS SS250 No TAS |
Growing Sweet AliceLobularia maritima syn. Alyssum Sweet Alice is a cottage garden favourite that is hardy and easy to grow from seed. It is a low growing, long flowering annual. The fragrant tiny clusters of flowers are highly attractive to a range of beneficial insects including bees, lady beetles, predatory bugs and braconid wasps. In trials of insectary plants in California, sweet alyssum was found to be the best at attracting 'good bugs'. This makes it ideal to use in the vege garden along pathways or in rows between crops. It is frost resistant but drought tender. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. Sow early Spring and again in Autumn in temperate areas. Sow all year in subtropical areas; avoid very hot periods or frost. In tropical areas sow during the dry season. The best germination soil temperature is 20°C. Germination will take 7 - 14 days. Sow the seed 2 - 5 mm deep, cover with fine sand. Seed can be sown into seedling trays for later transplanting or direct into a garden bed. Sow the seed thinly, the germination rate is high; it also self-sows in good conditions. Space the plants 10 cm apart. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils and will grow from full sun to light shade. Plants do better with consistent moisture. Protect seedlings from snails and slugs. |
Sweet Alice 'Carpet of Snow'
UT'Carpet of Snow' is a cottage garden favourite for edging or as a groundcover under roses. It is fragrant with masses of crisp white blooms that are highly attractive to bees and a range of beneficial insects. In trials of insectary plants in California, sweet alyssum was found to be the best at attracting 'good bugs'. This makes it ideal to use in the vege garden along pathways or in rows between crops. It is frost resistant but drought tender. Suitable for temperate, subtropical and tropical areas. SS113 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SS233 |
Sweet Alice 'Magic Circles'
UT'Magic Circles' is a delightful mix of pastel-tinted fragrant flowers in soft pink, lilacs, and white that form a dense carpet. The flowers are highly attractive to bees and a range of beneficial insects. It is ideal to use in containers, rockeries, cottage gardens or as edging for flower beds. Hardy and easy to grow from seed, it is frost resistant but drought tender. SS378 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SS379 SS384 |
Sweet Alice 'Royal Carpet'
UT'Royal Carpet' is a low growing, long flowering annual giving a sweep of beautiful violet-purple blooms. Fragrant clusters of tiny purple flowers are highly attractive to bees and a range of beneficial insects. It is ideal to use in containers, rockeries, cottage gardens or as edging for flower beds. Hardy and easy to grow from seed, it is frost resistant but drought tender. SS280 (approx. 100 seeds per pkt.) SS281 |
Sweet Alice Benthamii
UTLobularia maritima ssp benthamii 'Subspecies benthamii' is a hardier, more vigorous form of alyssum used mainly for its ability to attract beneficial insects to cropping systems. It is sown in the inter-row spaces of vineyards and orchards and as a row between crops in vegetable market gardens. It is easy to grow, drought tolerant, and it will self-sow readily and flower over a long period. Use 1 g of seed per 2 m² (approx. 2500 seeds/g). SS217 SS218 |
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Growing Sweetpeas
Lathyrus odoratus Sweetpeas are a beautiful, annual, fragrant flower for the cooler times of the year. It is suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. There are both dwarf and climbing types. Usually the climbing types are less prone to mildew and flower over a longer period. Generally if it is the right time to plant peas then same goes for sweetpeas. Sow seed in early Spring in cool temperate areas. In warm temperate and subtropical areas sow Autumn to early Winter. The best germination soil temperature is between 10 - 21°C. Germination will take 6 - 14 days. Seed should be soaked in water 12 - 24 hours before sowing. Sow the seed 2 - 2.5 cm deep direct into a garden bed. Space seeds 8 cm apart along the row. Very lightly mulch seed rows to prevent soil crusting. Choose a position in full sun, sheltered from strong winds. The soil should be rich, fertile, well drained, with a pH of 6.5 - 7. Lime it if necessary several weeks before sowing. Improve the soil before planting by adding compost. Once in flower remove the spent flowers and young pods to prolong flowering. Pick early in the morning to use as a delightful cut flower. |
Sweetpea 'Elegance Mid Blue'
UT'Elegance Mid Blue' is a great choice for warmer areas where traditional sweetpeas struggle to do well. It is a short-day variety, early-flowering, highly productive, climbing sweetpea. The large, blue blooms are borne on strong, long stems. A beautiful addition to any flower garden and wonderful as a cut flower. It is a climbing variety to 2 metres so a trellis is required. Days to flowering: 75 - 85. SS103 (approx. 15 seeds per pkt.) |
Sweetpea 'Mammoth Choice'
UT'Mammoth Choice' is an early-flowering, highly productive, climbing sweetpea. Large, fragrant blooms in shades of lavender, blue, rose pink, salmon pink, white and burgundy are borne on strong stems. A beautiful addition to any flower garden and wonderful as a cut flower. It withstands heat and drought unusually well. It is a climbing variety 1.5 to 1.8 m so a trellis is required. SS376 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) SS381 |
Sweetpea 'Multiflora Colorama Mix'
UT'Multiflora Colorama' is an early-flowering, highly productive, tall, climbing sweetpea. Large, sweetly scented, ruffled blooms in shades of lavender, rose pink, salmon pink, white and purple are borne on long, strong stems. A beautiful addition to any flower garden and lovely as a cut flower. It is a climbing variety 1.2 - 1.8 metres so a trellis is required. Days to flowering: 100. SS101 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) SS105 |
Sweet William 'Tall Mixed'
UTDianthus barbatus syn. Dianthus Sweet William is a traditional cottage garden flower that provides a late spring and early summer display. It is a hardy biennial and easy-to-grow. 'Tall Mixed' has large, 10 cm wide flower heads that come in a harmonious range of colours from white to the palest blush pink, to bright fuchsia pink, to deep red shades of carmine. For the gardener, it adds colour and a sweet, peppery fragrance to the garden over a long flowering period. The dense clusters of flowers are produced on sturdy 45 cm self-supporting stems making it useful as a cut flower with a good vase life. The flowers provide nectar for bees, butterflies and birds. In the kitchen, it can be used as an excellent edible flower adding both beauty and nutrition to a dish, as flavonoids are found in the petals. The petals should be removed from the base of the flower as it can be quite bitter. With a sweet clove-like flavour it will complement creamy desserts and is one of the many ingredients in chartreuse liqueur. Use them to easily add decoration to a cake, garnish salads, soups and cold drinks. The plants prefer a sunny open position in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. The seeds germinate at 18 - 22°C; sow spring or autumn in temperate areas; spring in very cool areas; autumn in subtropical areas. Days to bloom: 90 - 100 days. SS296 (approx. 200 seeds per pkt.) SS297 SS316 |
Viola 'Johnny Jump Up'
UTViola tricolor Syn. Heartease, Wild Pansy An heirloom little flower that is believed to be the origin of modern pansies. The bright purple, yellow and white blooms are produced in great abundance. A delightful cool season flower for edging or containers. The flowers are edible; decorative, tasty and nutritious. Flowers have a slight wintergreen flavour and are high in vitamin C; leaves in vitamin A. Use the flowers and young leaves in salads. It is suitable for temperate and subtropical areas. Sow late Autumn to early Spring. The best germination soil temperature is between 17 - 20°C. Germination will take 4 - 7 days. Sow seed 3 mm deep in seedling trays for later transplanting. Transplant 15 - 20 cm apart. It is frost resistant but drought tender. Dead-head regularly to prolong flowering. It will generally self-sow the following year. Days to flowering: 60 - 70. SV112 (approx. 80 seeds per pkt.) SV113 SV115 |
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Viola hederacea - Native Violet
plants are available.
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Virginian Stock Mix
UTMalcolmia maritima syn. Cheiranthus maritimus Virginian Stock is an easily grown annual that produces masses of sweet smelling flowers in pink, lilac, mauve and white. It is native to Greece and Albania in sandy coastal positions. It is best to direct sow it around the garden to give a splash of early spring colour. Virginian Stock has a low growing habit to 20 - 30 cm tall, so it makes a good edging plant for garden paths. It also does well in containers and hanging baskets. Plants prefer a sunny open position in moist, well-drained soil but will tolerate partial shade. The seeds germinate best between 18° - 24°C soil temperature; sow spring and autumn in temperate areas; late spring in very cool areas; autumn to winter in subtropical areas. Virginian Stock is highly attractive to bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. Days to bloom: 80 - 100 days. SV104 (approx. 300 seeds per pkt.) SV105 (approx. 3000 seeds per pkt.) SV106 |
Wallflower Mix
UTCheiranthus cheirii syn. Erysimum cheiri Wallflowers are a hardy biennial plant to 45 - 50 cm tall producing colourful, sweetly scented flowers, with a long flowering period, mainly in winter. The flowers appear in sunset shades of cream, bright yellow, apricot, purple, pink, vivid red and burgundy colours. Wallflowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. They make a lovely addition to a flower border, can be used as cut flowers, grown in containers or planted along paths so their fragrance can be appreciated. Plants prefer a sunny open position in moist, well-drained soil. The seeds germinate below 20°C; sow January to April in temperate areas; spring in very cool areas; March to April in subtropical areas. The flowers and seeds are toxic and should never be eaten. Days to bloom: 80 - 100 days. SW174 (approx. 250 seeds per pkt.) SW175 |
Yarrow 'Colorado Mix'
UTAchillea millefolium This yarrow is very ornamental and grown for its flat-topped flower heads in shades of red, rust, beige, rose, yellow, apricot and white on 60 cm stems. The foliage is decorative and ferny. Use it for both fresh and dried cut flowers. When dried, the colour is retained. It is a low-maintenance plant that simply needs cutting back to the ground after flowering. It is a good perennial for planting in hot, dry and sunny positions. It likes a bit of room and is inclined to spread so site it carefully. It is an excellent plant for attracting bees and beneficial insects to your garden. Suitable for temperate and cooler subtropical areas. SY108 (approx. 30 seeds per pkt.) Yarrow plants are available seasonally. |
Yarrow - Red 'Cerise Queen'
UTAchillea millefolium 'Cerise Queen' is a decorative herb with bright cherry pink umbels with a white centre that flowers for a long period. The mid green ferny leaves are arranged in a rosette . It is a hardy and drought tolerant plant with flowers which are highly attractive to bees, butterflies and beneficial insects. It is useful as a groundcover and as cut flowers, either fresh or dried. Handfuls of yarrow are believed to speed up the decomposition of the compost heap and to add soil nutrients. Red yarrow plants spread to form 60 cm wide clumps. Plants prefer a sunny open position in a well-drained soil but will tolerate light shade. The seeds germinate between 18 - 22°C soil temperature; sow spring in temperate areas; spring or autumn in subtropical areas. Days to bloom: 120 - 130 days SY102 (approx. 250 seeds per pkt.) SY109 SY110 Yarrow plants are available seasonally. |
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We also have a medicinal variety of yarrow:
Yarrow - White
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Zinnia 'Cactus Flowered Mix'
UTZinnia elegans Zinnia 'Cactus Flowered Mix' is an open-pollinated annual flower mix that gives a beautiful display in the garden and is an excellent cut flower. Zinnias are native to Mexico and are disease resistant and hardy to heat and drought. This mix blooms throughout summer with large, 7 - 15 cm flowers in shades of orange, pink, red, yellow, peach, and white on strong stems. The quilled petals give a unique appearance and the flowers are long lasting both in the garden and vase. Plants grow 75 cm tall. Zinnias are useful as pollinator plantings and are especially attractive to butterflies. Days to flowering: 75 - 90. SZ113 (approx. 20 seeds per pkt.) |
Zinnia 'Scarlet Flame'
UTZinnia elegans Zinnia 'Scarlet Flame' is an heirloom annual flower introduced more than 80 years ago and still bringing colour and beauty to gardens. Zinnias are native to Mexico and are disease resistant and hardy to heat and drought. 'Scarlet Flame' blooms throughout summer with brilliant, bright-red, dahlia-like semi-double to double blooms on strong stems, plants grow 75 cm tall. The flowers are very large, 10 - 12 cm across and make an excellent cut flower. Flowers are long lasting both in the garden and vase. Zinnias are useful as pollinator plantings and are especially attractive to butterflies. SZ148 (approx. 20 seeds per pkt.) SZ149 |
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