Flowers - Seeds

Viola tricolor

Heartsease, also known as Wild Pansy or Johnny Jump-Up, is a charming, generously flowering plant producing masses of small tri-coloured blooms, typically combining violet, yellow and cream. Growing to approximately 20 cm tall, the compact plants bring cheerful colour to cottage gardens, borders, containers and beneath taller plants.

The dainty flowers have a long history in European gardens and are also edible, making a beautiful garnish for cakes, salads, desserts and drinks. Left in the garden, they provide a useful source of food for bees and other pollinating insects.

Hardy and easy to grow, Heartsease performs particularly well during the cooler months and tolerates both full sun and partial shade. In favourable conditions it will readily self-seed, appearing again in unexpected corners of the garden.

Seed count: approximately 1,400 seeds/g
Approximately 300 seeds per packet
Germination: approximately 10–20 days

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring or early autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil. Regular picking or deadheading encourages continued flowering.

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

Xerochrysum bracteatum

Helichrysum Tall mix is a beautiful Australian native everlasting producing large, fully double, papery flowers in an excellent range of colours including yellow, gold, orange, pink, red, bronze and white. Growing to approximately 1 m tall, the upright plants provide a spectacular display through the warmer months.

Also known as Strawflower or Paper Daisy, the blooms are particularly prized for cutting and drying, retaining their colour and shape remarkably well in everlasting arrangements. In the garden, the flowers attract bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.

Hardy and easy to grow, Helichrysum Tall Mix thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and is tolerant of heat and dry conditions once established. Regular picking or deadheading encourages continued flowering.

Seed count: approximately 1,400 seeds/g
Approximately 500 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to spring
Subtropics: Spring to autumn
Mild climates: Spring to early autumn
Cold climates: Spring after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering the fine seed only very lightly. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 25–30 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. For dried flowers, harvest stems when the blooms are beginning to open but before the centres are fully exposed, then hang upside down in a dry, well-ventilated place.

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

Xerochrysum bracteatum

Tom Thumb Mixed is a compact Australian native everlasting producing masses of colourful, papery flowers on bushy plants reaching approximately 45 cm tall. The mixture offers a lively range of colours including yellow, gold, orange, pink, red and white, with flowers appearing over a long period.

Also known as Strawflower or Paper Daisy, the compact habit of Tom Thumb makes it particularly well suited to borders, containers, cottage gardens and the front of native garden beds. The blooms are excellent for fresh or dried arrangements and retain their colour and shape remarkably well after drying.

The flowers are also attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Hardy and easy to grow, plants thrive in full sun and well-drained soil and tolerate heat and dry conditions once established.

Seed count: approximately 1,400 seeds/g
Approximately 500 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to spring
Subtropics: Spring to autumn
Mild climates: Spring to early autumn
Cold climates: Spring after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering the fine seed only very lightly. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 20–25 cm apart in full sun and well-drained soil. For dried flowers, harvest stems as the blooms begin to open but before the centres are fully exposed, then hang upside down in a dry, well-ventilated place.

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

Alcea rosea

Chater’s Double Mix is a classic Hollyhock producing magnificent tall flower spikes densely packed with large, fully double blooms. The mixture offers a wide range of colours, including pink, rose, red, yellow, apricot, purple and white, creating an impressive display through summer.

Growing to over 1.5 m tall, Hollyhocks are perfect for adding height to cottage gardens, along fences and walls, or towards the back of mixed borders. The towering flower stems have an old-fashioned garden charm and also make striking cut flowers.

Generally grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial, Chater’s Double Mix performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. The tall stems may benefit from support in exposed or windy positions.

Seed count: approximately 110 seeds/g
Approximately 90 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun. Allow good airflow between plants and water at soil level where possible. Provide support for tall flowering stems if required.

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

Alcea rosea

Indian Spring Mix is a beautiful Hollyhock producing an abundance of single and semi-double flowers in warm shades of pink, rose, red, salmon and white. Growing to over 1.5 m tall, the stately flower spikes provide height and old-fashioned charm through cottage gardens and mixed borders.

Unlike many traditional Hollyhocks that flower in their second year, Indian Spring is an early-flowering variety capable of blooming in its first year when sown early enough. The prolific flowers continue over an extended period and are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects.

Ideal for planting along fences and walls or towards the back of garden beds, plants perform best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Their tall flowering stems may benefit from support in exposed or windy positions.

Seed count: approximately 110 seeds/g
Approximately 60 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun. Allow good airflow between plants and water at soil level where possible. For first-year flowering, sow early enough to give plants plenty of time to establish before the flowering season.

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

Alcea rosea

Majorette Double Mix is a compact Hollyhock producing masses of carnation-style double blooms in rich shades of red, yellow, pink and mahogany. A dwarf variety, it offers the charm and abundant flowering of traditional Hollyhocks on shorter, bushier plants that are easier to accommodate in smaller garden spaces.

The densely petalled flowers create a colourful display in cottage gardens, borders and containers and are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects. Majorette is generally grown as a biennial and will readily self-seed in favourable conditions, allowing plants to return in following seasons.

Easy to grow, plants perform best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and regular moisture during establishment and flowering.

Seed count: approximately 110 seeds/g
Approximately 60 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 30–40 cm apart in full sun. Allow good airflow between plants and water at soil level where possible. Leave selected flower stems to mature if you would like plants to self-seed for the following season.

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

Alcea rosea

Single Black is a dramatic Hollyhock producing a profusion of large, single flowers in exceptionally deep burgundy to near-black. The dark blooms create a striking contrast against the plant’s green foliage and make an impressive feature in cottage gardens and mixed borders.

Tall, upright flower spikes provide excellent height and structure and are particularly effective planted along fences and walls or towards the back of garden beds. The open, single flowers are readily accessible to bees and other pollinating insects, making this variety a beautiful addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.

Generally grown as a biennial or short-lived perennial, Hollyhocks perform best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil. Plants may readily self-seed when some flower spikes are allowed to mature.

Approximately 50 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil or seed-raising mix. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 40–50 cm apart in full sun. Allow good airflow between plants and water at soil level where possible. Taller flower spikes may benefit from support in exposed positions.

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

Lunaria annua

Honesty is a hardy biennial, often grown as an annual, producing fragrant white and violet flowers on upright plants reaching approximately 90 cm. An old-fashioned cottage garden favourite, it is perhaps best known for the distinctive silvery, translucent seed pods that develop after flowering.

The decorative, papery seed pods are excellent for dried floral arrangements and can remain attractive for many months. The flowers are also visited by bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects. Plants readily self-seed in favourable conditions, making Honesty particularly suited to informal and cottage-style gardens.

Easy to grow, Honesty performs well in full sun or partial shade and prefers average, friable, well-drained soil.

Seed count: approximately 50 seeds/g
Approximately 80 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Autumn and spring

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays, covering seed lightly with soil. Keep moist during germination and establishment.

Thin or transplant seedlings to approximately 30–40 cm apart. For dried arrangements, allow the seed pods to mature and dry on the plant before cutting the stems.

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

Impatiens balsamina

Camellia Flowered Mix is a colourful, old-fashioned Balsam producing large, double flowers resembling miniature camellias. Blooms appear in a rich mixture of violet, scarlet, rose and white on upright, bushy plants reaching approximately 45 cm tall.

A lovely choice for cottage gardens, borders, containers and partially shaded garden beds, the densely petalled flowers are carried amongst lush green foliage and provide abundant colour throughout the warmer months. Plants are compact and easy to grow, making them useful for filling gaps in garden beds or creating colourful mass plantings.

Impatiens prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs well in full sun in cooler conditions or partial shade in warmer climates. Protect from frost and hot, drying conditions.

Seed count: approximately 100 seeds/g
Approximately 150 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Spring to autumn
Subtropics: Spring to summer
Mild climates: Spring to summer
Cold climates: Late spring after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow into trays or pots, covering seed lightly with seed-raising mix. Keep warm and consistently moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.

Transplant once seedlings are established, spacing approximately 20–30 cm apart. Choose a sheltered position with good soil moisture and some afternoon shade in hotter climates.

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

Impatiens balsamina

Tom Thumb is a compact, dwarf Balsam producing a profusion of colourful flowers in shades of rose, salmon, scarlet, violet and white. Growing to approximately 20 cm tall, the neat, bushy plants flower generously through the warmer months until the first frost.

Its compact habit makes Tom Thumb particularly well suited to garden beds, borders, edging and containers, where the colourful blooms create a dense and cheerful display. Easy to grow and relatively quick to establish, it is a lovely choice for filling smaller spaces or planting in groups.

Impatiens prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture and performs well in full sun in cooler conditions or partial shade in warmer climates. Plants are frost sensitive.

Seed count: approximately 100 seeds/g
Approximately 80 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Spring to autumn
Subtropics: Spring to summer
Mild climates: Spring to summer
Cold climates: Late spring after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow into trays or pots, covering seed lightly with seed-raising mix. Keep warm and consistently moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.

Transplant once seedlings are established, spacing approximately 15–20 cm apart. Choose a sheltered position with good soil moisture and some afternoon shade in hotter climates.

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

Brassica oleracea

Ornamental Fringed Mixed Kale is grown for its striking rosettes of deeply curled and fringed foliage, creating the appearance of large, colourful flowers. Sometimes called flowering kale or cabbage rose, plants develop shades of green, cream, white, pink and purple, with colours becoming richer and more pronounced as temperatures cool.

Native to the Mediterranean region, ornamental kale brings colour and texture to garden beds, borders and containers through the cooler months when many flowering plants are dormant. The unusual foliage is also popular with florists and can be harvested on long stems for use in floral arrangements.

Although primarily grown as an ornamental, the leaves are edible like other kales, though they tend to be tougher and more strongly flavoured than varieties selected specifically for eating.

Approximately 100 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Late summer to winter
Cold climates: Summer to early autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, covering seed approximately 5 mm deep. Keep moist during germination and transplant once seedlings are well established.

Space plants approximately 30–40 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Cooler temperatures encourage the strongest foliage colour, particularly as plants mature.

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

Consolida ajacis

Giant Imperial Mix is a tall, elegant annual Larkspur producing long flower spikes in a beautiful mixture of pink, red, pale blue and deep blue. Growing to approximately 1 m tall, the upright stems provide height and colour through cottage gardens, borders and cutting gardens.

An excellent cut flower, Giant Imperial produces long, graceful stems that work beautifully in fresh bouquets and floral arrangements. The flowers can also be dried for everlasting arrangements. Plants perform best during cooler weather and tend to decline once summer temperatures become consistently hot.

Larkspur prefers a cool, well-drained position in full sun to light shade and is particularly effective when planted in groups towards the middle or back of garden beds.

Seed count: approximately 380 seeds/g
Approximately 80 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to winter
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring or autumn

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to grow, as Larkspur develops a taproot and generally performs best with minimal root disturbance. Cover seed lightly and keep the soil moist during germination.

Thin seedlings to approximately 20–30 cm apart. In warmer regions, choose a position with some protection from afternoon heat. Taller plants may benefit from support in exposed or windy locations.

Larkspur is toxic if ingested. Take care when growing around children and pets and do not use any part of the plant for culinary purposes.

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

Linaria maroccana

Fairy Bouquet Mix is a delightful dwarf Linaria producing masses of dainty, snapdragon-like flowers in soft shades of cream, yellow, gold, apricot, pink and mauve. Growing to approximately 30 cm tall, the fine foliage and slender flower stems create a light, colourful display.

Compact and quick to flower, Fairy Bouquet is ideal for cottage gardens, borders, rockeries, containers and wildflower-style plantings. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects and can also be picked for small bouquets and informal arrangements.

Easy to grow, Linaria performs particularly well in cooler conditions and prefers full sun to light shade with well-drained soil.

Seed count: approximately 15,000 seeds/g
Approximately 4,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

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

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to grow or raise in trays. The seed is extremely fine, so scatter thinly over the soil surface and cover only very lightly. Keep moist during germination.

Thin or transplant seedlings to approximately 10–15 cm apart in full sun to light shade. Regular picking or deadheading will encourage further flowering.

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

Dorotheanthus bellidiformis

Criniflorum Mixed is a brilliant low-growing Livingstone Daisy producing masses of intensely coloured, daisy-like flowers in shades of rose, crimson, buff, pink, primrose and golden apricot. Growing to approximately 10 cm tall, the compact, spreading plants form a dazzling carpet of colour.

The flowers open in bright sunlight, creating their best display on clear, sunny days. Their low, spreading habit makes Livingstone Daisy ideal for borders, rockeries, edging, containers and mass plantings where the vivid colours can create a striking effect.

Native to southern Africa, Livingstone Daisy thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and performs particularly well in relatively dry conditions. Plants dislike waterlogged soil and excessive humidity.

Seed count: approximately 3,700 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring after frost

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly or raise in trays, scattering the very fine seed over the surface of moist, well-drained soil. Cover only very lightly and keep moist during germination.

Transplant or thin seedlings to approximately 15–20 cm apart in full sun. Avoid overwatering once established and provide excellent drainage for the best growth and flowering.

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

Lobelia erinus

Colour Cascade Mixed is a beautiful trailing Lobelia producing masses of delicate flowers in shades of rich blue, violet and purple against fresh green foliage. Growing and trailing to approximately 30 cm, the cascading habit creates a soft spill of colour over the edges of pots and baskets.

Particularly well suited to hanging baskets, window boxes and containers, Colour Cascade can also be used along raised beds, rockeries and garden edges. The small flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects and provide colour over a long flowering period in suitable conditions.

Lobelia prefers cooler growing conditions with consistent moisture and performs well in full sun to partial shade. In warmer climates, some protection from hot afternoon sun will help prolong flowering.

Seed count: approximately 30,000 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow the extremely fine seed onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Do not cover deeply, as light assists germination. Keep consistently moist, using a fine mist to avoid disturbing the seed.

Transplant small clumps of seedlings once established. Grow in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil or good-quality potting mix, keeping plants regularly watered during flowering.

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

Lobelia erinus

Crystal Palace is a classic compact Lobelia producing masses of rich, deep blue flowers against distinctive bronze-green foliage. The contrast between the dark foliage and vivid blooms creates a striking display, with plants forming neat, dense mounds throughout the flowering season.

Its compact habit makes Crystal Palace ideal for borders, edging, containers, window boxes and the front of garden beds. The small flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects and provide abundant colour over a long period in suitable conditions.

Lobelia prefers cooler growing conditions with consistent moisture and performs well in full sun to partial shade. In warmer climates, protection from hot afternoon sun can help extend the flowering period.

Seed count: approximately 30,000 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow the extremely fine seed onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Do not cover deeply, as light assists germination. Keep consistently moist, using a fine mist to avoid disturbing the seed.

Transplant small clumps of seedlings once established, spacing approximately 10–15 cm apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil and keep regularly watered during flowering.

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

Lobelia erinus

String of Pearls Mix is a charming Lobelia producing masses of small flowers in a soft mixture of pink, mauve, purple, white and blue. The varied colours create a delicate, colourful display over fine green foliage throughout the cooler growing season.

Ideal for borders, edging, containers, window boxes and hanging baskets, this compact Lobelia works beautifully planted in groups or combined with other cool-season flowers. The abundant blooms are also attractive to bees and other pollinating insects.

Lobelia prefers cooler growing conditions with consistent moisture and performs well in full sun to partial shade. In warmer climates, protection from hot afternoon sun can help extend the flowering period.

Seed count: approximately 30,000 seeds/g
Approximately 3,000 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Autumn to winter
Subtropics: Autumn to spring
Mild climates: Autumn and spring
Cold climates: Spring to early summer

Planting / Sowing

Sow the extremely fine seed onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and press gently into place. Do not cover deeply, as light assists germination. Keep consistently moist, using a fine mist to avoid disturbing the seed.

Transplant small clumps of seedlings once established, spacing approximately 10–15 cm apart. Grow in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil and keep regularly watered during flowering.

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

Lupinus polyphyllus

Russell Mix is a spectacular perennial Lupin producing tall, densely packed flower spikes in a beautiful mixture of pink shades, ranging from soft blush through to deep rose. The impressive blooms rise above attractive palmate foliage, bringing height and structure to cottage gardens, borders and mass plantings.

Russell Lupins are classic cool-climate garden plants and make excellent cut flowers, while their abundant pea-like blooms are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects. As members of the legume family, Lupins are also able to form nitrogen-fixing relationships with soil bacteria.

Plants perform best in cooler conditions with full sun to partial shade and fertile, well-drained soil. They can struggle in areas with prolonged hot, humid summers.

Seed count: approximately 60 seeds/g
Approximately 20 seeds per packet

When to Plant (Australia)

Tropics: Generally not suited to tropical climates
Subtropics: Late summer to autumn in cooler areas
Mild climates: Late summer to autumn
Cold climates: Late summer to autumn, or spring

Planting / Sowing

Sow directly where plants are to grow, as Lupins develop a substantial taproot and prefer minimal root disturbance. Sow approximately 1–2 cm deep and keep moist during germination.

The hard seed coat can slow germination. Soaking seed overnight before sowing can help encourage more even germination. Space plants approximately 30–45 cm apart in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.

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