All the usual Collie Flowers quality seeds and information, this collections has been curated by Cara McPherson (@gardening.with.cara) to bring beauty to both your borders and bouquets.
This collection features:
Achillea, Summer Berries
Ammi Majus
Snapdragon, Madam Butterfly
Bells of Ireland
Briza Media
Knautia, Melton Pastels
Larkspur, giant hyacinth mix
Orlaya grandiflora
Phlox, Sugar Stars
Scabious, Stellata Pong Pong
Transform your cutting garden into a vibrant haven with our mix of hardy and half hardy annuals! By sowing these many of these autumnal beauties, you’re setting the stage for a spectacular spring. Hardy annuals focus on building strong root systems throughout the winter, they’ll be ready to explode into lush, productive growth come warmer weather when you begin to sow your half hardy annuals.
Here’s why you should sow in autumn:
- Enjoy earlier and stronger plants with autumn sowing.
- Get a head start on your garden, making springtime less hectic.
- There's something deeply gratifying about knowing your garden is already underway in September/October.
Timing is key! Sow your hardy annuals around mid-September. After the autumn equinox (around September 22nd/23rd), longer nights ensure your seeds develop at the right pace, avoiding premature flowering and frost damage.
Whether you choose to sow directly in the soil or prefer starting them in modules/seed trays, these hardy annuals promise resilience. Personally, I recommend using an unheated greenhouse for safekeeping during unexpected cold snaps.
This beautiful seed box contains 10 fabulous varieties, perfect for for getting an head start on your 2025 garden with some autumn sowing. Don’t miss out on creating a thriving cutting garden filled with stunning blooms come spring!
