Edible Flowers - Seeds

Nigella damascena

Miss Jekyll Blue is a classic cottage garden annual producing clear sky-blue flowers surrounded by finely cut, feathery foliage and delicate, mist-like bracts. The soft, airy growth brings beautiful texture and movement to garden beds, borders and cutting gardens.

A reliable and long-flowering variety, Miss Jekyll Blue makes an excellent cut flower and is particularly lovely in informal bouquets. After flowering, distinctive inflated seed pods develop, providing additional garden interest and making an excellent addition to dried floral arrangements.

Easy to grow and well suited to cooler conditions, Nigella readily self-seeds when mature pods are left on the plants, often returning naturally year after year.

Approximately 300 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and early spring
Cold climates: Early spring, or autumn where winters are mild

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to flower in autumn or early spring, as Nigella develops a taproot and dislikes transplanting. Cover seed lightly with approximately 3–5 mm of soil and keep moist during germination.

Thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Allow selected seed pods to mature if you would like plants to self-seed or wish to harvest the pods for dried arrangements.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Origanum vulgare

Greek Oregano is considered one of the finest culinary oreganos, prized for its intense aroma, robust flavour and exceptional versatility in the kitchen. Forming a bushy perennial clump to around 60 cm tall, it produces masses of small white flowers that attract bees and other beneficial insects throughout the warmer months.

A cornerstone herb of Mediterranean cooking, Greek Oregano is indispensable in tomato-based dishes, casseroles, pizzas, grilled vegetables, marinades and roasted meats. The leaves can be used fresh, but their flavour becomes even richer and more concentrated when dried.

Beyond its culinary appeal, Oregano has a long history of use in traditional herbal medicine. Rich in aromatic oils including carvacrol and thymol, it has traditionally been used to support respiratory health, digestive comfort and general wellbeing. Oregano tea and infusions have been used for centuries as a household herbal remedy, while the plant's strong fragrance has made it a favourite in herb gardens around the world.

In the garden, Oregano is a useful companion plant, helping attract pollinators and beneficial insects while reportedly assisting in deterring pests such as cabbage butterflies and cucumber beetles. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and thrives in sunny, well-drained positions.

Approximately 9,000 seeds per gram
Approximately 450 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March to July
Subtropics: August to April
Mild climates: August to April
Cold climates: September to January

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press lightly into place, as light assists germination. Keep evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into a warm, sunny position with well-drained soil, spacing plants 30–40 cm apart. Harvest regularly to encourage bushy growth and abundant leaf production.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Origanum vulgare

Wild Oregano, also known as Italian Oregano or Pot Marjoram, is a hardy perennial herb prized for its aromatic foliage, attractive pink to purple flowers and outstanding culinary versatility. Growing to approximately 60 cm tall, it forms a dense, bushy plant that attracts bees and other beneficial pollinators while providing a reliable harvest of flavourful leaves throughout the year.

A staple of Mediterranean cuisine, Wild Oregano is widely used in Italian cooking, adding its distinctive warm, savoury flavour to pizzas, pasta sauces, casseroles, marinades and roasted vegetables. The leaves can be harvested fresh or dried, with drying often intensifying the flavour.

Beyond the kitchen, Oregano has a long history in traditional herbal medicine. Rich in aromatic compounds such as thymol and carvacrol, it has traditionally been used to support digestive and respiratory health and as a general household herb. Its fragrant foliage also makes it a valuable addition to herb gardens and sensory plantings.

Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established, Wild Oregano thrives in sunny positions and well-drained soils, making it an excellent choice for herb gardens, borders, containers and productive landscapes.

Approximately 9,700 seeds per gram
Approximately 450 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March to July
Subtropics: August to April
Mild climates: August to April
Cold climates: September to January

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and lightly press into place, as light assists germination. Keep evenly moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into a sunny position with well-drained soil, spacing plants 30–40 cm apart. Harvest regularly to encourage dense, bushy growth and a continual supply of aromatic leaves.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Mentha × piperita

Peppermint is one of the world's most widely recognised and useful herbs, valued for its refreshing aroma, cooling flavour and long history of medicinal use. This vigorous perennial produces lush green foliage rich in aromatic essential oils, particularly menthol, which gives the plant its characteristic scent and taste. Growing best in moist conditions, Peppermint forms spreading clumps that provide a continual harvest of leaves throughout the growing season.

In the kitchen, Peppermint is used fresh or dried in teas, desserts, fruit salads, sauces, confectionery and refreshing drinks. It is the classic flavouring for herbal teas, mouthwashes, candies and many traditional recipes. The leaves can be harvested regularly and used either fresh or preserved for later use.

Peppermint has a long tradition in herbal medicine, where it has been used to support digestive comfort, freshen the breath and promote general wellbeing. It also provides a natural source of potassium and other beneficial plant compounds. The strongly scented foliage attracts pollinators while helping create a fragrant and productive herb garden.

In the vegetable garden, Peppermint is often grown as a companion plant for tomatoes and cabbages and can help attract beneficial insects. Like many mints, it spreads readily and is often best grown in containers or contained garden beds.

Approximately 10,000–15,000 seeds per gram
Approximately 500 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: March to August
Subtropics: August to April
Mild climates: August to April
Cold climates: September to January

Planting / Sowing

Surface sow seed onto moist seed-raising mix and press lightly into place, as light assists germination. Do not cover seed deeply. Keep consistently moist until seedlings emerge. Transplant into fertile, moisture-retentive soil in a partly shaded to sunny position, spacing plants 30–40 cm apart. Water regularly and harvest often to encourage fresh, vigorous growth.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Ratibida columnifera

Mexican Hat is a distinctive North American perennial wildflower producing unusual daisy-like blooms with long, drooping red and yellow petals surrounding a prominent, elongated central cone. The flower's characteristic sombrero-like shape gives this striking member of the Asteraceae family its common name.

Hardy and fast growing, Prairie Coneflower develops upright stems above finely divided grey-green foliage and flowers generously over a long period. The blooms attract bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects and make unusual, long-lasting cut flowers. Plants are also generally avoided by deer.

Exceptionally drought tolerant once established, Mexican Hat thrives in full sun and adapts to a wide range of soils, including relatively poor and dry conditions. It can self-seed readily and spread vigorously in favourable conditions, so remove spent seed heads if you wish to limit its spread.

The plant has a history of traditional use by Indigenous peoples of North America, including preparations made from the leaves and stems. It is best grown as an ornamental rather than used medicinally without appropriate knowledge of its preparation and use.

Seed count: approximately 885 seeds/g

Approximately 150 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter in cooler locations
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring, or autumn for natural cold stratification

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays. Scatter seed over moist soil and cover only very lightly. A period of cool, moist conditions can improve germination.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 30–45 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, plants require little supplementary water and tolerate hot, dry conditions well.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Raphanus sativus

Mix of Colours is a cheerful assortment of Radishes producing roots in black, red, white, rose and bi-coloured red and white, depending on seasonal availability. With different shapes, colours and flavours appearing through the row, it is an easy way to grow a broad selection from a single packet.

Flavours range from mild and crisp to distinctly peppery, with varieties suitable for salads, sandwiches, pickling and garnishing. Harvest younger roots for the most tender texture, while larger winter types can be allowed more time to develop.

Radishes have been cultivated for thousands of years across Asia, the Mediterranean and Europe, resulting in an extraordinary diversity of colours and forms. This mix brings together a little of that diversity in one sowing.

Approximately 70 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April–August
Subtropics: March–September
Mild climates: February–November
Cold climates: August–May

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly into loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Space seeds around 3–5 cm apart and thin where necessary as roots develop.

Grow in full sun during cooler weather or light afternoon shade in warmer conditions. Keep consistently moist for crisp, tender roots.

As this is a mixture of varieties, roots will mature at different rates and sizes. Harvest individual radishes as they become ready rather than pulling the entire crop at once.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Eruca sativa

Rocket is a hardy annual leafy green prized for its tender leaves and distinctive mildly spicy, peppery flavour. Young leaves are delicious fresh in salads, sandwiches and pizzas, while more mature leaves can be lightly wilted or added to pasta dishes, stir-fries and soups. Fast growing and cold tolerant, rocket is ideal for succession sowing to provide a continuous harvest of fresh greens.

Approximately 450–550 seeds per gram
Approximately 125 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into well-prepared, well-drained soil, covering with 3–5 mm of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart, or sow more densely for baby leaf production. Harvest young, tender leaves from around 45 days, or begin picking individual leaves earlier as required.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Eruca sativa

Rocket is a hardy annual leafy green prized for its tender leaves and distinctive mildly spicy, peppery flavour. Young leaves are delicious fresh in salads, sandwiches and pizzas, while more mature leaves can be lightly wilted or added to pasta dishes, stir-fries and soups. Fast growing and cold tolerant, rocket is ideal for succession sowing to provide a continuous harvest of fresh greens.

Approximately 450–550 seeds per gram
Approximately 125 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into well-prepared, well-drained soil, covering with 3–5 mm of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 10–15 cm apart, or sow more densely for baby leaf production. Harvest young, tender leaves from around 45 days, or begin picking individual leaves earlier as required.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Diplotaxis tenuifolia

Wild Rocket, also known as Arugula Sylvetta or Roquette, is a perennial relative of common rocket with finely divided, deeply lobed leaves and a richer, more intense peppery flavour. Slower growing than annual rocket, it continues producing over an extended period when leaves are harvested regularly. The aromatic foliage is excellent in salads, on pizzas, stirred through pasta, or lightly wilted into warm dishes.

Approximately 700–900 seeds per gram
Approximately 150 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into well-prepared, well-drained soil, covering with 3–5 mm of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart to allow plants to establish well. Begin harvesting individual leaves once plants are established, around 50 days from sowing, picking regularly to encourage continuous fresh growth.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Diplotaxis tenuifolia

Wild Rocket, also known as Arugula Sylvetta or Roquette, is a perennial relative of common rocket with finely divided, deeply lobed leaves and a richer, more intense peppery flavour. Slower growing than annual rocket, it continues producing over an extended period when leaves are harvested regularly. The aromatic foliage is excellent in salads, on pizzas, stirred through pasta, or lightly wilted into warm dishes.

Approximately 700–900 seeds per gram
Approximately 150 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to August
Subtropics: March to September
Mild climates: February to October
Cold climates: Spring to autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed directly into well-prepared, well-drained soil, covering with 3–5 mm of soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination. Thin seedlings to 15–20 cm apart to allow plants to establish well. Begin harvesting individual leaves once plants are established, around 50 days from sowing, picking regularly to encourage continuous fresh growth.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Dark green lobed leaves with red vein. Unusual colouring and piquant flavour make this a great addition to salad mixes. 50 days.

Diplotaxis tennifolia

Planting/sowing: Sow in well-drained soil. In warm areas, plant in early spring. In cool areas, wait until late spring. Space appropriately for variety.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Hibiscus sabdariffa

Rosella is a striking warm-climate annual shrub growing up to approximately 2 m, with distinctive red stems and pale yellow flowers marked with deep red centres. After flowering, plants develop the fleshy red calyces for which Rosella is best known.

The tart, cranberry-like calyces are traditionally used for jams, jellies, syrups, sauces, cordials and herbal teas, and can be used fresh or dried. Rosella is cultivated for both culinary and traditional medicinal purposes throughout tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Native to tropical Africa, Hibiscus sabdariffa has travelled widely through Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and the Pacific, becoming an important food plant in many cultures. In Australia it has a particularly strong association with Queensland gardens and traditional home-made Rosella jam.

Plants need a long, warm growing season, ideally around five to six frost-free months, to reach their full potential.

Approximately 25 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: September–March
Subtropics: September–December
Mild climates: October–December
Cold climates: October–November, after frost risk has passed

Planting / Sowing

Sow approximately 10–15 mm deep directly into warm soil after frost, or raise seedlings in pots for transplanting once conditions are reliably warm.

Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with plenty of organic matter. Space plants approximately 1 m apart and water consistently during establishment and active growth.

Harvest the fleshy red calyces after the flowers have finished and before they become tough. Remove the central seed capsule before using fresh or drying.

Seed count: approximately 50–70 seeds per gram.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Salvia rosmarinus

Rosemary is a hardy, evergreen perennial shrub growing to around 60 cm, valued for its fragrant needle-like leaves and masses of bee-attracting flowers. A long-standing favourite in herb gardens, the aromatic foliage is widely used to flavour roasted vegetables, meats, breads and infused oils. Rosemary also makes an attractive companion plant, traditionally grown alongside sage, cabbage, beans and carrots, and is often said to help deter moths and flies.

In traditional Western herbalism, rosemary has long been used as a warming culinary herb and tonic. The aromatic leaves have traditionally been infused as a tea and were valued to support digestion after rich meals, promote circulation, and enhance mental clarity and memory. Fresh or dried sprigs are also commonly used in herbal baths, infused oils and potpourri for their refreshing fragrance.

Approximately 750 seeds per gram
Approximately 20 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to May and August to October
Mild climates: Spring and autumn
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed on the surface of a fine seed-raising mix, as light is required for germination. Do not cover the seed. Mist gently to keep the surface moist and cover the tray with a clear lid or plastic to maintain humidity until germination. Place in a warm, bright position out of direct afternoon sun. Transplant seedlings once large enough to handle into a sheltered, sunny position with well-drained soil. Once established, rosemary is drought tolerant and thrives in full sun.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Salvia rosmarinus

Approximately 750 seeds per gram
Approximately 40 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to May and August to October
Mild climates: Spring and autumn
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed on the surface of a fine seed-raising mix, as light is required for germination. Do not cover the seed. Mist gently to keep the surface moist and cover the tray with a clear lid or plastic to maintain humidity until germination. Place in a warm, bright position out of direct afternoon sun. Transplant seedlings once large enough to handle into a sheltered, sunny position with well-drained soil. Once established, rosemary is drought tolerant and thrives in full sun.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Salvia officinalis

Sage is a hardy, evergreen perennial growing to around 45 cm, prized for its soft grey-green aromatic leaves and attractive flowers that are highly valued by bees and other pollinators. A classic culinary herb, sage adds a rich, savoury flavour to roasted vegetables, stuffing, meats, pasta, breads and herb blends. It also makes an excellent companion plant for cabbage and carrots and has traditionally been grown to help deter moths and flies.

In traditional Western herbalism, sage has long been valued as a versatile household herb. The leaves have traditionally been used as a gargle or mouthwash to support oral and throat health, while cooled infusions have been used as a hair rinse. Sage has also been traditionally used to aid digestion and was valued for its astringent and aromatic properties.

Approximately 130 seeds per gram
Approximately 55 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to May and August to October
Mild climates: Spring and autumn
Cold climates: Spring after the last frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 3–5 mm deep in a quality seed-raising mix or directly into well-drained soil in a sunny position after the danger of frost has passed. Keep the soil lightly moist during germination but avoid overwatering. Transplant or thin plants to 30–40 cm apart. Once established, sage is drought tolerant and benefits from regular light pruning to encourage compact, vigorous growth.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.

Salvia officinalis

Sage is a hardy, evergreen perennial growing to around 45 cm, prized for its soft grey-green aromatic leaves and attractive flowers that are highly valued by bees and other pollinators. A classic culinary herb, sage adds a rich, savoury flavour to roasted vegetables, stuffing, meats, pasta, breads and herb blends. It also makes an excellent companion plant for cabbage and carrots and has traditionally been grown to help deter moths and flies.

In traditional Western herbalism, sage has long been valued as a versatile household herb. The leaves have traditionally been used as a gargle or mouthwash to support oral and throat health, while cooled infusions have been used as a hair rinse. Sage has also been traditionally used to aid digestion and was valued for its astringent and aromatic properties.

Approximately 130 seeds per gram
Approximately 55 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: April to July
Subtropics: March to May and August to October
Mild climates: Spring and autumn
Cold climates: Spring after the last frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow seed 3–5 mm deep in a quality seed-raising mix or directly into well-drained soil in a sunny position after the danger of frost has passed. Keep the soil lightly moist during germination but avoid overwatering. Transplant or thin plants to 30–40 cm apart. Once established, sage is drought tolerant and benefits from regular light pruning to encourage compact, vigorous growth.

Due to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.