What to Sow in August
August is the month when harvest season really starts to kick in. Meaning that there is plenty of empty space to fill in the veg plot! There are many options for sowing in August...Lettuce, Kale, Spinach will all see the crop season extended in to early Autumn. For those not wanting to sow more vegetables then don't leave the soil bare, take this opportunity to sow a Green Manure over winter. August is also the start of the period to sow your own Wildflower Meadow. Sow many choices!
Viola Crown Blended Mix is a cottage garden flower if ever there was. The Viola differs from the Pansy in having smaller flowers on more compact plants and in being very free-flowering. On this latter point, they will start blooming in early spring and, if dead-headed regularly, will continue far...
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This exquisite blend showcases a mesmerising array of single and semi-double blooms in alluring shades of pink and passionate red. The delicate pink and white bicolour adds an extra touch of elegance to these cottage garden favourites. Not only are they a sight to behold, but they also attract pollinators, making...
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Elevate your garden's allure with the mesmerising Larkspur Limelight Series Dark Blue cut flowers. Revel in the stunning contrast of bold, deep blue petals against vibrant acid-green foliage, creating an irresistible combination of sophistication and elegance. These versatile and easy-to-grow plants thrive in full sun with good drainage, requiring minimal...
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Antirrhinum Madame Butterfly cut flowers, a delightful riot of colours that will leave you mesmerised. These award-winning Snapdragons boast a full spectrum of hues, from charming pinks and reds to creamy yellows and soft salmons, adding a burst of vibrancy to any garden. The vigorous and strong-growing plants feature densely...
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These hardy annuals boast tall stems crowned with large, trumpet-shaped white blooms, perfect for delightful cut flower arrangements. Welcoming bees, butterflies, and various pollinators, Bianca blooms are a paradise for nature's friends. Whether in cottage gardens, wildlife havens, or wildflower meadows, they grace the landscape from June to September, harmoniously...
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The Hardy Annuals Cut Flower Collection has been specially chosen by home gardeners Sophie and Helier! Each one has been handpicked with you in mind to create the perfect bloom for your home. All of these products have been chosen to sow at the start of the year ready for...
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Discover the mesmerising allure of Cornflowers Black Ball cut flowers, boasting sensational almost-black blooms that enchant in any light. These miniature pom-poms sit atop upright, branching stems, exuding an irresistible charm. Ideal for wildflower meadows or naturalised schemes, they retain their rich colour and draw beneficial insects. Embrace their beauty...
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Nigella Hispanica Cut Flower Information Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds per pack. When to Sow: March - May & August - November Site Conditions: Full Sun & Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil How to Sow: Sow your seeds outside from March-May 3 mm deep into fine soil in rows...
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Elevate your garden's allure with the mesmerising Larkspur Limelight Series Rose cut flowers. Revel in the stunning shade of bold, rose pink-coloured petals with hints of green, creating an irresistible combination of sophistication and elegance. These versatile and easy-to-grow plants thrive in full sun with good drainage, requiring minimal maintenance...
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Echinops Ritro Cut Flower Seeds Echinops ritro is also known as ‘Globe Thistle’ with its shape and the purple-blue colour is vibrant enough to notice from a long distance. The plant grows upright and sturdy with long stems and has a spherical flower on top where the prickly dark green...
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Alcea Rosea 'Hollyhocks Single Mixed' Cut Flower Seeds The splendid mixed colours of Alcea Rosea 'Hollyhocks Single Mixed' are a fantastic option for any cottage garden or back border. The biennial or short-lived perennial can attract bees and insects with vibrant colours of pink, red, purple, or double shades. These...
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Lunaria Annua 'Honesty' Cut Flower Seeds The vibrant purple Lunaria Annua Honesty has been popular since Victorian times and is well known for its silvery, moon-like remains of the seed cases which makes it stunning in dried flower arrangements. This fast-growing biennial is headed by a four-petaled flower, blooming in...
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Sows & Grows 'The Biennials' Cut Flower Collection Box The Biennials Collection Box has been specially chosen by home gardeners Sophie and Helier! Each one specifically chosen to give you the best cut flowers and create the perfect bouquet for your home with plenty of summery tones.Sows & Grows 'Biennials'...
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