Highlights
- Effortless Growing – Includes ten easy-to-grow annual species, ideal for beginners and seasoned gardeners.
- Historic Flower Mix – Features classic varieties like borage, cornflowers, and flax for timeless garden charm.
- Striking Colour Palette – Blue-toned cornflowers and echium form the base, with vibrant red-orange flax and marigolds plus antique pink mallow.
- Perfect Height – Plants reach 50-60cm (20-24in), great for layered borders and adding depth to beds.
- Seasonal Interest – Enjoy a succession of blooms throughout the summer months for lasting garden colour.
We're offering you a Scatter Pack Flower Garden Easy Annuals for £6.99, saving you up to 59% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £16.98 (correct as of 16.03.2026).
English Garden
Transform Your Garden with Effortless Annual Colour
Step into a world of vibrant colour with the Flower Garden 'Easy Annuals Mixed' Seed Scatter Pack by Thompson & Morgan. This curated blend brings together ten classic annuals, including borage, cornflowers, flax, marigolds, echium, and mallow—species cherished in English gardens since the Middle Ages.- Botanical Diversity: The mix features blue cornflowers and echium at its core, contrasted by the fiery red-orange of flax and marigolds and softened by antique pink mallow. Together, these blooms create a visually stunning display from early to late summer.
- Mature Height: Plants grow to a manageable 50–60cm (20–24in), making them ideal for borders, mixed beds, or wildflower corners.
- Easy for All: Designed for simplicity—just scatter seeds onto prepared soil after the last frost. No specialist knowledge needed!
Growing Guide & Care Instructions
- Sowing Time: Direct sow outdoors from March to May once risk of frost has passed.
- Blooming Period: Expect flowers from June through September.
- Soil Preference: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil; avoid waterlogged conditions.
- Light Requirements: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
- Care Tips: Water young seedlings regularly until established. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. No pruning required—simply allow plants to self-seed if you wish to enjoy blooms next year.
Garden Design & Companion Planting
- Create cottage garden borders or fill gaps in perennial beds with these annuals’ lively colours.
- Companion plants include poppies, cosmos, or nigella for a harmonious wildflower effect.
- This mix attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy garden ecosystem.
FAQs
- When is the best time to sow these seeds?
Sow directly outdoors from March to May after the last frost for best results. - How long will it take for the flowers to bloom?
You can expect blooms from June through September after sowing in spring. - Do I need any special soil or fertiliser?
No special fertiliser is needed—these annuals thrive in most well-drained garden soils. Just avoid overly wet areas.
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Easy-Grow Flower Garden Annuals Scatter Pack – 10 Colourful Species
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