What to Sow in May
May is the last time to sow sweetcorn, to give them plenty of time to grow and ripen. It's also the last opportunity for late summer Cabbages. Sprouting broccoli produces nutrient-packed, succulent spears. Keep sucessional sowing with varieties such as Lettuce and Peas for an extended harvest period. Grow nectar rich plants like Comfrey, Borage and Phacelia...the bees will thank you!
Below is our full range of seeds for sowing in May...
Nasturtium Jewel of Africa is an eye-catching mix of coloured trumpet shaped flowers in a range of single colours from yellow to red & cream with variegated foliage. Nasturtium Jewel is an annual trailing plant that is fab in a hanging basket or looks lovely trailed through & around other...
£1.95
Produces big, bold & brash plate sized daisy like yellow flowers with rich brown centres that grow quickly & easily. Giant Yellow Sunflowers are a real treat for wildlife as the birds will feast off the seed heads in autumn. Produces big, bold & brash plate sized (30cm across) daisy...
£1.75
Limnanthes douglassi (poached egg plant) has lovely white flowers with bright yellow centres and is a very easy to grow hardy annual. It is relatively low growing as only reaches a height of between 20-30cm making it an ideal plant for front of borders, rockeries or even containers. Limnanthes douglassi...
£1.75
Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) is an easy to grow hardy annual that has very attractive vivid orange flowers. It's petals are edible and can be sprinkled on salad leaves to add colour or they can be used as a substitute for saffron to add yellow colour to rice. Pot Marigold...
£1.85
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...
£1.75
Ammi Majus Graceland Cut Flowers – the perfect addition to your garden and cut flower collection. With its delicate lace-like white flowerheads floating above finely cut green foliage, this flower creates a romantic and enchanting atmosphere. Florists adore using these dainty flowers to add an ethereal touch to bouquets, as...
£3.99
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...
£2.49
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...
£1.99
This ready-made blend features a stunning array of high-quality blooms in captivating shades of pink, lilac, red, and white. As a classic for the summer garden, these sweet peas will transform your space into a paradise of scents and hues. With tall growth reaching up to 2 metres, providing support...
£1.99
Hailing from the Mediterranean. This pretty plant showcases lovely, fern-like foliage adorned with clusters of pure white flowers reminiscent of lace-cap hydrangeas. With a remarkably long flowering period, these delicate blooms grace your garden from spring into autumn, often surviving until the first frosts. Orlaya grandiflora is not only a...
£2.99
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...
£2.99
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...
£21.95
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...
£2.50
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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Moluccella Laevis Cut Flower Information Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds per pack. When to Sow: March - June Site Conditions: Full Sun & Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil How to Sow: Sow your seeds from February to April indoors into moist free draining compost and Cold Stratify. Seal in...
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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...
£2.90
Nigella Darmascens Delft Blue Cut Flower Information Seed Quantity: Approx. 200 seeds per pack. When to Sow: April - June. Site Conditions: Full Sun & Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil How to Sow: Sow your seeds outside from April-June 3 mm deep into fine soil in rows 30 cm apart. It’s...
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Achillea Ptarmica 'The Pearl' Cut Flower Seeds Achillea Ptarmica ‘The Pearl’ is best in flowering with low maintenance, which makes it very popular with large sprays of pure white double or more layered petals. Easily grown, yet short-term plant that flowers in only three months from seed are much more...
£1.95
Cephalaria Gigantea Cut Flower Seeds Cephalaria Gigantea are tall and stout, upright stems keep the pretty flowers on top sturdy and can be seen from anywhere around the garden. The pale butter-yellow scabious-shaped flowers are more stunning when they’re almost 6ft in height while flowering. The thin yet taller plant...
£2.95
Gaura 'Emmeline Pink Bouquet' Cut Flower Seeds Enjoy season-long freshness and the charismatic beauty of Gaura Emmeline in pretty Pink. The perfect blend of colours in pink, light pink and blush shades gives an exquisite vibe when you make it a bunch of flowers. Though it is very attractive from...
£2.50