Seeds

Helianthus annuus. Lemon Queen Organic sunflower seeds are CERTIFIED ORGANIC! Lemon Queen is a wonderful, medium tall sunflower with brilliant light lemon yellow flowers that are typically 10-13cm (5-6″) wide. with chocolate brown centers. This sunflower develops numerous branches, and each bears multiple flowers. Grow some for cut flowers and enjoy the bright colour indoors. Lemon Queen grows to about 1.8-2m (6-7′) tall. Direct sow sunflower seeds in full sun in well drained soil once it warms up from April to June. Plant more seeds at three week intervals for a much longer bloom period. This sunflower begins flowering about 90 days after sowing.

Unique azalea type snapdragon with ruffled, double-petaled blooms. Cut Madame Butterfly’s tall spikes of rose and coral hued flowers for full displays with an antique look. Harvest when the lower 1/3 of flowers on the stem are open. 66-89cm (26-35”) plants can be grown in a greenhouse or in the open field and garden.

Lavendar sweet peas are a lovely shade of pale purple with white highlights. Exceptionally fragrant blossoms from the popular Royal Family series. We are excited to offer this series as individual colours so you can plant your favorites. Large 2″ flowers bloom over a long period. Provide a trellis for the 152-182cm (60-72″) vining plants.

This fabulous container sweet pea only grows to 30cm (12″) tall. Its lightly fragrant flowers have wavy petals in shades of red, pink, light blue, deep blue, and white. Try Patio Mix sweet pea seeds in containers or hanging baskets, in window boxes or raised beds. It is a great edging plant, and looks great planted between rows of vegetables. All sweet peas fix nitrogen in the soil, so compact varieties like this one make useful companion plants for nitrogen-hungry leafy vegetables. Even though the plants are short, the stems still make nice cut flowers.

Alcea rosea. Sow Indian Spring hollyhocks seeds in full sun. This is a selection of our most popular Hollyhocks seeds, blended for planting en masse to create a beautiful cottage garden. Tall spires grow to 2m (6′) or more, with single, double, and ruffled flowers that fill in empty garden spaces with blooms in rose, pink, white, chocolate, purple, and lavender. This blend looks sensational from late spring to frost. Hollyhocks are both tall and drought tolerant, so they are a nice choice for xeriscaping. Avoid overhead watering with hollyhocks in order to delay foliar diseases, including rust and powdery mildew. These are not uncommon problems for hollyhocks, but rarely make much impact.

Cleome hassleriana. Big clusters of light pink flowers with reddish highlights and very long stamens appear above erect stems with spirally arranged leaves. You might not even notice the plant until the first flowers open – like roman candles in the garden! The flowers are very exotic looking, with quite a unique structure. Plants from Spider Flower Cleome seeds grow as tall as 150cm (60″), but usually a bit shorter on the coast. Spider Flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and beneficial insects. This native of southern South America is too tall for most containers, but it sure looks good planted in small groups in the garden

Aquilegia x hybrida. All America Selections Winner. Tall, graceful and intricate, long spurred blossoms are perfect for cutting. Nodding and dainty, the huge 8cm (3″) wide blooms are held high above delicate foliage. This mix is marvelous in woodland plantings or any shady location. McKana’s Giant Mix Columbine seeds bloom mid-spring to early summer. White, cream, yellow, and red. Deadhead the seed pods before they open to control self-sowing. Or better yet, watch for them to open on the plants after they begin to dry out, and collect the seeds from the ornamental seed pods for planting around the garden or sharing with friends. Plant height 75cm (30″).

Centaurea cyanus. A mix of purple, blue, pink, and white papery blossoms bring summer colour to the garden. Try planting some Tall Mixed Cornflowers in a big clump at the edge of the yard for stunning summer colour. They are an excellent cut flower and they dry well, looking fresh for ages. Cornflowers are highly attractive to pollinators and beneficial insects like Syrphid flies. The flowers are edible, and the plants are drought resistant for xeriscaping. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the bloom period, and to keep plants looking tidy. Tall Mixed Cornflowers seeds are easy to save from year to year.

Commonly known as heartleaf mallee, Heart Leaf Websteriana is a small tree endemic to Western Australia. It features distinctive heart-shaped leaves with reddish-brown bark on the trunk. The unique, aromatic foliage is used for fresh and dried bouquets or garden accents. Grow in large containers that can be moved indoors during the winter. or provide protection from frost. Hardiness zones 9-11.

Germination Note: Eucalyptus seeds take about 21 days to sprout at 18–24°C (65–75°F). They require patience and precise conditions, making them best for experienced growers.

Commonly known as silver dollar gum, Red Box Polyanthemos is popularly used as a filler in fresh and dried arrangements. Native to Eastern Australia, aromatic leaves are green to blue-grey on both sides. Plant in large containers that can be moved indoors during the winter, or provide protection from frost if plants remain outdoors. Hardiness zones 9-11.

Germination Note: Eucalyptus seeds take about 21 days to sprout at 18–24°C (65–75°F). They require patience and precise conditions, making them best for experienced growers.

A vibrant mix of the Sunday series colours: Dark Pink, Orange, Bright Pink, Cherry, Purple, and Gold. Bred for professional growers with its full plumes, long, strong stems and excellent vase life. Ideal for dense plantings in greenhouses and high tunnels but can be planted outdoors as well, for cut and dried bouquets. 71-102cm (28-40”) height.

A mix of spikey blooms in orange, purple, red, salmon, terracotta, and white. The Celway celosia series is known for its long vase life, strong stems, and small top leaves. One central plum is surrounded by several smaller spikes for a well-filled look. Suitable for dense plantings in a greenhouse, high tunnel, or field/garden. 102-122cm (40-48″) height. Pinch at seedling stage to induce branching.

Viola cornuta. We loved this petite pansy as soon as it bloomed, and it bloomed in the first year, over a long period. Just 14 to 16 weeks after seeding, its small, very dark, and flat-faced flowers began to appear. With regular deadheading Back to Black just blooms and blooms. The foliar growth is vigorous, but the stature of the plants remains compact at about 15cm (6″) tall. It would look great in containers or window boxes, but it takes on a wonderful appearance in mass plantings. The flowers are actually very deep purple, but so deep that they appear black from a few feet away. Each delicate flower is streaked in the centre by a brush of golden yellow. The edible flower petals look amazing scattered on ice cream. Sow in early spring for summer flowers, or as late as July for winter blooms. It’s hardy in Zones 5 to 9.