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Hardy Annual Seeds


Hardy annuals can be sown directly into their flowering positions in the spring and will tolerate a certain amount of cold. Well-known flowers such as sweet peas, poppies, stocks and sunflowers fall under this category, as do some of the more unusual flowers - gomphocarpus & ratibida for example.

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Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'

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Following the 2002 success of Cherokee Sunset®, Thompson & Morgan flower breeders are proud to present the first-ever red Rudbeckia from seed! These robust plants have outstanding garden performance, producing a mass of attractive, cherry-coloured blooms all summer long - triumphing over heat, drought and poor soils! Stunning when planted in drifts in borders or can be planted in large containers to create a feature plant on a patio or terrace. More info
    • 1 packet (50 seeds)

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    • £2.99
Calendula Officinalis 'Sherbet Fizz'

Calendula officinalis 'Sherbet Fizz'

English Marigold, Marigold, Pot Marigold
Specially selected for its striking colour combination, Calendula ‘Sherbet Fizz’ has unusual buff-coloured petals with alluring darker red undersides. Sow pot marigolds in drifts for a spectacular display in beds and borders. The daisy-like flowers are excellent for cutting and can also be added to salads as an edible flower. Quick and easy to grow, Calendula copes in almost any garden situation, and even grows well in coastal areas. Height: 45cm (18”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

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    • 1 packet (80 seeds)

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    • £2.29
Lathyrus Odoratus Firecrest

Sweet Pea 'Firecrest'

Lathyrus odoratus

 A fiery red sweet pea that won’t bleach in the sun! The bold scarlet flowers of Sweet Pea ‘Firecrest’ are set upon tall, straight stems that make eye-catching exhibits for the show bench. This fragrant variety is equally at home in the garden or a vase indoors, filling the air with its powerful scent. Height: 180cm (71”) Spread: 30cm (12”).

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How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (20 seeds)

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    • £2.99
Lathyrus Odoratus Matucana

Sweet Pea 'Matucana'

Lathyrus odoratus, Grandiflora Sweet Pea

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A lovely heirloom (Grandiflora) type, that was first introduced into Britain in the 17th century by Sicilian monk, Franciscus Cupani. Despite its slightly smaller flower size, Sweet Pea ‘Matucana’ retains the original captivating Sweet Pea fragrance that has become so characteristic in today’s modern varieties. This striking bicolour produces masses of crimson and violet blooms on very bushy plants that are ideal for scrambling over obelisks. Height: 180cm (71”). Spread: 30cm (12”)..

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How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • £2.29
Lathyrus Odoratus Wiltshire Ripple

Sweet Pea 'Wiltshire Ripple'

Lathyrus odoratus

 This old variety is worth discovering for its abundance of distinctive, bicolour, striped blooms of rich claret on a snow-white background. Each straight stem of Sweet Pea ‘Wiltshire Ripple’ carries 3-4 richly scented blooms that make superb cut flowers and a fine display in the garden. Height: 180cm (71”). Spread: 30cm (12”).

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How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • £2.99
Lathyrus Grandiflorus Fire And Ice

Sweet Pea 'Fire and Ice'

Lathyrus odoratus, Grandiflora Sweet Pea

 A fabulous colour combination of crimson upper petals, with lower petals of lilac blue that deepens as the flower matures. Sweet Pea ‘Fire and Ice’ is one of the most vigorous of the small-flowered heirloom (Grandiflora) types with a superb and powerful scent. Height: 180cm (71”) Spread: 30cm (12”).

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How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • £1.49
Sunflower 'Solar Flash' F1 Hybrid

Sunflower 'Solar Flash' F1 Hybrid

Helianthus annuus
  • NEW in 2013
  • Pollen-free sunflower
This dwarf, bushy sunflower makes an impressive container plant for adding a bright splash of colour to the patio. Sunflower ‘Solar Flash’ is multi-headed and early flowering, producing distinctive gold and bronze sunflowers with a chocolate coloured, pollen free centre. Growing to just 50cm (20") tall, this charming little sunflower makes a fantastic cut flower. Height: 50cm (20"). Spread: 35cm (14").

Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

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    • 1 packet (12 seeds)

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    • £2.49
Lathyrus Odoratus Midnight

Sweet Pea 'Midnight'

Lathyrus odoratus

 Seldom available. Beautifully formed, large blooms of maroon-red, almost black. An amazing colour!

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How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • £2.99
Rudbeckia X Hirta Cherry Brandy

Rudbeckia hirta 'Cherry Brandy'

Coneflower, Black-eyed Susan
 
  • The first red rudbeckia
  • Exceptional garden performance

A vibrant addition to any border, the rich cherry red blooms of Rudbeckia 'Cherry Brandy' are produced on bushy plants from late summer through to the autumn frosts whatever the weather. Exceptional garden performance, and an interesting feature plant for a large container on a sunny patio. Height: 60cm (24"). Spread: 40cm (16").

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    • £2.99
Sweet Pea 'Villa Roma Scarlet'

Sweet Pea 'Villa Roma Scarlet'

Lathyrus odoratus
  • NEW in 2013
Vibrant, scarlet flowers are carried on the strong stems of this superb dwarf sweet pea. With a short, spreading growth habit, Sweet Pea 'Villa Roma Scarlet' grows without support making it ideal for containers or creating informal summer groundcover. This striking variety was awarded a Fleuroselect Gold Medal for its outstanding garden performance and excellent heat tolerance. The sweetly scented blooms also make lovely cut flowers. Height: 20cm (8"). Spread: 25cm (10"). More info
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    • £2.99
Dianthus Chinensis Edwardiana

Dianthus chinensis 'Edwardiana'

Chinese Pink, Indian Pink

A sumptuous blend of attractive antique shades of red, rose, pink, white and stunning bicoloured blooms. Bushy, free-flowering plants with outstanding garden performance are ideal for creating a long lasting, trouble free display in borders and containers.

Height: 40cm (16in).


Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. For more details about edible flowers click here.

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    • 1 packet (100 seeds)

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    • £0.69
Lathyrus Odoratus Night And Day

Sweet Pea 'Night and Day'

Lathyrus odoratus

 A plentiful supply of long stemmed blooms in richly contrasting shades of burgundy and white. These vigorous climbers are beautifully scented and make a superb summer display. The flowers of Sweet Pea ‘Night and Day’ are ideal for adding to cut flower arrangements. Height: 180cm (71"). Spread: 30cm (12").

Useful links:

How to grow sweet peas 

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    • 1 packet (25 seeds)

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    • £2.29