annuals for shade

Wildflowers 'Woodland Shade Mix'

…with thousands of flowers with our Woodland Shade Mix'. Easy to grow mixes of glorious wild flowers to enhance your garden and attact beneficial bees and insects. Simply open the box, scatter the seeds where you want them to grow, cover and wait for a spectacular display! Height: up to 60cm (24).…  More Info

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Phlox drummondii 'Moody Blues'

…of attractive blue shades, this easy to grow, half hardy annual is a cottage garden classic. Phlox drummondii 'Moody Blues' has a compact bushy habit that makes it ideal for planting in loose drifts at the edge of borders, and performs equally well in containers. Annual Phlox also makes a delightful…  More Info

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Sunflower 'Harlequin' F1 Hybrid

…rose pink shade. Long flowering, multi-headed stems of 15cm (6in) diameter, pollen-free blooms. A welcome addition to borders or as a cut flower. Height 120-150cm (4-5 feet). Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Try toasting the seed kernels for a healthy snack. For more details…  More Info

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Sweet Pea 'Purple Pimpernel'

…combination in sweet peas! Sweet Pea 'Purple Pimpernel' bears large, fragrant blooms in two shades of purple, atop long strong stems. Ideal as a cut flower for a vase indoors, this variety is also superb for exhibition. The original seed was sent to T&M by an amateur breeder and we liked it so much,…  More Info

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Begonia semperflorens 'Sun Shade Mix' F2 Hybrid

Begonias are well known for their versatility, flourishing in sun or shade and brightening up even the most neglected corner of the garden. This F2 hybrid mix retains much of the vigour of its F1 parents so you can be sure of a great display. Begonia semperflorens 'Sunshade Mixed' is a colourful…  More Info

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Calendula 'Art Shades'

An easy to grow annual, excellent for bedding and borders, Calendula 'Art Shades' has large, frilled blooms in unusual shades ranging through apricot, orange, primrose and cream. This lovely english marigold is long-flowering in many garden situations and also makes a good cut flower. Height 60cm…  More Info

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Californian Poppy 'Sun Shades'

Bright fiery orange and yellow blooms unfurl above a sea of ferny blue-green foliage for a bold summer display. These dainty hardy annuals are tougher than they appear and positively thrive on poor, dry soils. The papery flowers attract bees and hoverflies, and make excellent, if short-lived, cut…  More Info

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Thunbergia alata 'Salmon Shades'

…Susan, this twining annual makes a popular and eye-catching summer climber. Thunbergia alata 'Salmon Shades' is a pretty colour mix with gentle terracotta shades of pink, orange, cream and apricot, each with a characteristic dark eye. This vigorous half-hardy annual is perfect for training over and…  More Info

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Gazania 'Red Shades'

This half-hardy annual Treasure Flower, Gazania 'Red Shades' is certainly no shrinking violet. It has large, exotic daisy style flowers, that have deep ruby red petals, and orange centres. They are compact and robust, with good drought and coastal tolerance. Gazanias are suitable for both garden…  More Info

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Calendula 'Art Shades' (Start-A-Garden™ Range)

An easy to grow annual excellent for bedding and borders. Large, frilled blooms in unusual shades ranging through apricot, orange, primrose and cream. Long-flowering in many garden situations and also makes a good cut flower. Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The light peppery…  More Info

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Calendula officinalis 'Art Shades Mixed' (Seeds)

An easy-to-grow annual for bedding and borders. Large frilly blooms in a mix of colours, from deep orange to cream, are long flowering and great for cutting. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 45cm (18). Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The light peppery taste of the flowers can…  More Info

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Virginia Stock 'Mixed'

Perfect for plugging gaps at the front of borders! These quick and easy hardy annuals make an excellent standby, flowering just 4 weeks from sowing. Commonly called Virginia Stock, this colourful mix is a lovely blend of Malcolmia maritima seeds in lilac, pink and white shades. This hardy annual…  More Info

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Cornflower 'Polka Dot Mixed'

Cornflower 'Polka Dot Mixed' blends the loveliest shades of cornflower colours for a really pretty addition to summer borders. These easy to grow annuals attract bees and butterflies to their nectar rich blooms. With their wiry stems and ruffled petals they make a delicate cut flower too. Height:…  More Info

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Godetia 'Pastel Posies Mixed'

…Possibly one of the easiest hardy annuals to sow and grow. If you are new to sowing and growing and need an early confidence booster, this is the one for you! Godetia seeds can be sown direct where you want them to grow. Fill whole beds and borders with this pink shades mix, or simply drop a few…  More Info

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Alyssum 'Clear Crystal Mixed'

…in pretty shades of pure white, lavender, and purple. These reliable annuals form cushiony carpets of colour from spring and through summer. They make excellent front of border plants, tucked into corners or creeping over rockeries and banks. They are also good fillers for pots and baskets…  More Info

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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Xanthos'

…en masse for an elegant feel to your displays, if not, set them in combination with other annuals to complement pastel shades or calm hot colours. The stand-out flowers also make a great underplanting to shrubs and hedging. These compact cosmos plants are the perfect option for exposed gardens…  More Info

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Rudbeckia hirta 'Marmalade' (Seeds)

Large flowers in shades of yellow, gold and bronze with deeper brown central cones. These are a reliable border plant for colour, late summer to autumn. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 45cm (18).  More Info

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Ageratum houstonianum 'Timeless Mixed'

A classic mix of Floss Flowers in gentle shade soft pink, white and blue. The weather resistant, powder puff blooms are supported on tall stems that make this half hardy annual just perfect for cutting. Ageratum houstonianum 'Timeless Mixed' is ideal for filling gaps in borders, adding height and…  More Info

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Garden Ready Container Collection

This bumper collection of our favourite container annuals contains everything you need for stunning, low-effort, high-impact container displays this year. Enjoy vibrant patio pots and enviable window boxes throughout summer and well into autumn with this colourful, long-lasting selection of…  More Info

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Foxglove 'Foxy'

'Foxy' is an ANNUAL foxglove. If sown indoors late winter/early spring it flowers in summer (regular foxgloves are biennial). 'Foxy' is dwarfer, invaluable for exposed sites in shades of pink to white with contrasting mottled throats. The flowers are useful for cutting. Flowers summer. Height: 65cm…  More Info

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Larkspur 'The Seven Dwarfs'

…flower spike is densely packed with attractive stock-like dwarf blooms in seven colours of pink, mauve, rose, purple, grey, white and shades of blue. Ideal for adding a little character to your borders and containers. The Seven Dwarfs will work happily in the garden planted in drifts alongside…  More Info

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Pink Shockwave Pre-Planted Basket

…Petunias, Verbenas and Pelargoniums in hot pink and ruby red shades which will turn up the heat on your patio and walls whatever the weather. These ready-made hanging baskets contain a carefully selected arrangement of bedding annuals which are all fast growing, free flowering and low maintenance.…  More Info

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Daucus carota 'Dara'

…different for your borders! The airy blooms appear in lovely shades of pink and burgundy, with the occasional white flower found on traditional carrots. Daucus carota 'Dara' adds height and a soft, hazy feel to cottage garden borders and wildlife gardens. Try planting this hardy annual with tall…  More Info

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Petunia 'Lavender Blush'

Petunia ‘Lavender Blush’ comes in a lovely soft pastel shade that harmonises beautifully with other cool colour schemes. The lavender-purple flowers are adorned with white edges and a contrasting deep purple centre. ‘Lavender Blush’ is equally charming on its own or combined…  More Info

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Morning Glory 'Hazelwood Blues'

The stunning colour mixture of Ipomoea Hazelwood Blues brings together some of the most attractive shades of blue available in Morning Glories. This is a truly vigorous annual climber, ideal for covering fences, trellis or an ornamental garden arch. Ipomoea Hazelwood Blues will also look spectacular…  More Info

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Japanese Rose Pink Ice

A bouquet of bloom erupts from slim stems in shades of pink and lemon. The large rosette-like blooms are prized by florists as a superb cut flower. Grow them indoors on a bright windowsill, or outside in sunny borders for that opulent look. Height: 60cm (24) Supplied as 30mm plugs.Height: 60cm (24)…  More Info

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Verbena 'Union Jack'

Create a patriotic display that is fit for a King (or Queen) with the trailing stems of Verbena 'Union Jack'. Regal shades of red, white and blue flowers make a spectacular display. These fabulous trailing Verbena plants are perfect for filling your hanging baskets and patio containers, or let them…  More Info

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Cornflower 'Classic Romantic'

A romantic mixture of single and semi-double blooms in gorgeous pink and red shades, and a pink and white bicolour. Annual Cornflower 'Classic Romantic' is an easy to grow, cottage garden favourite that is ideal for creating a long flowering display in borders, or when used as a cut flower. Height:…  More Info

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Begonia 'Bossa Nova Night Fever Papaya'

…perfect annual for planters, hanging baskets, flower pouches and garden borders of an exotic or contemporary themed garden. It is tolerant of heavy down pours, or periods of little rain, making them a great low maintenance option. They can be planted in areas of full sun, or partial/dappled shade.…  More Info

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Petunia 'Frills & Spills'™ Collection

…stunning double blooms.* Petunia 'Belinda' - Deep inky blue flowers adorn the cascading stems as they tumble from your summer baskets. * Petunia 'Susanna' - Large ruffled blooms in a simple shade of cream.* Petunia 'Scarlet Ripple' - Ice cream shades of vanilla and red emphasise the ruffled blooms.  More Info

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Antirrhinum majus 'Potomac Dark Orange' F1

The fruity, sunset shades of this gorgeous snapdragon are bound to attract attention. The Potomac series of snapdragons have been specially bred for tall, strong stems and excellent flower quality, making them ideal for cutting. Antirrhinum ‘Potomac Dark Orange’ produces sturdy spires of…  More Info

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Garden Ready Basket Collection

Take the effort out of your hanging baskets displays and let us grow the plants for you! These robust Garden Ready plants are well developed with an established root system and plenty of top growth ? perfect for planting straight into baskets and containers.This colourful collection brings together…  More Info

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Garden Ready Bumper Collection

…you will need in one fabulous collection! Our generous Garden Ready Bumper Collection is perfect for planting up annual beds and borders with a frenzy of colour. There will be plenty to spare for filling your patio pots, hanging baskets and window boxes too. These tried and tested varieties are…  More Info

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Cornflower 'Black Ball'

Pincushion flowers in a rich milk-chocolate shade, that look almost black on cloudy days. Drifts of annual cornflower 'Black Ball' add a touch of drama to summer borders and wildlife gardens where they will attract bees and butterflies to their pretty blooms. This tall variety of Centaurea makes an…  More Info

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Chamaecyparis obtusa 'Chirimen'

…branching shoots covered in crinkly, congested foliage in shades of blue/green. The slow-growing ‘Chirimen’ has a pyramid or columnar habit and makes a lovely textural accent for a sunny position with excellent drainage. Average annual growth rate 2.5 – 15 cm (1 to 6in). Height and…  More Info

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Lobelia 'Ultra Cascade'

…limited, we can help you catch up with our garden-ready plug plants. These sturdy plants are larger than other plugs so they can be planted straight out in the garden provided that there are no forecasts of frost. Perfect for filling containers, baskets and borders without the need for growing on.  More Info

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Mushroom Windowsill Kit - King Oyster

…straight from your windowsill at any time of the year! King Oyster mushrooms are the largest of the Oyster mushrooms and are favoured by chefs for their tender stalks and meaty flavour. This handy Windowsill Mushroom Growing Kit can be started into growth at any time, giving you a tasty crop…  More Info

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Verbena 'Union Jack'

Create a patriotic display that is fit for a King (or Queen) with the trailing stems of Verbena 'Union Jack'. Regal shades of red, white and blue flowers make a spectacular display. These fabulous trailing Verbena plants are perfect for filling your hanging baskets and patio containers, or let them…  More Info

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Kale 'Black'

…grow and exceptionally tasty brassica which is popular with chefs for good reason. Expensive to buy, it is a high reward crop for little work. 'Black Kale' is extremely hardy, resistant to bolting and will cope with light shade. Unlike other brassicas, it is less prone to pests and diseases,…  More Info

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Viola 'Cool Summer Breeze'

…very attractive viola can reach up to 7cm across. Viola ?Cool Summer Breeze? appears in shade of blue and white that complement each other perfectly whilst flowering throughout the summer months. Perfect for a colour co-ordinated planting scheme or to add a touch of cool tranquillity to your garden.…  More Info

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Lobelia pendula 'Monsoon'

…habit and masses of deep blue flowers, Lobelia 'Monsoon' is ideal for filling baskets and containers or spilling over low walls and rockeries. The bright green summer foliage matures to a rich shade of bronze as the autumn approaches for a spectacular late summer display. Height: 15cm (6). Spread:…  More Info

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Marigold F1 'Zenith Mixed'

…provided that there are no forecasts of frost. Perfect for filling containers, baskets and borders without the need for growing on. Culinary information: The citrus tasting flowers have many uses, try them in salads, sandwiches or seafood dishes too. For more details about edible flowers click here.  More Info

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Chrysanthemum carinatum 'Sunset'

Vibrant single blooms burst into a delightful range of fiery shades of red, orange and apricot. Easy to grow for brightening your borders or vases indoors from early summer through to the first frosts.  More Info

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Calendula officinalis 'Pink Surprise'

…orange and yellow pot marigolds appears an intriguing calendula with delicately ruffled, blooms in a unique shade of apricot-pink. This beautiful mix of daisy-like flowers are excellent for cutting and can also be added to salads as an edible flower. Quick and easy to grow, Calendula 'Pink Surprise'…  More Info

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Pansy 'Autumn Blaze Mixed' (Garden Ready)

…happy in sun or semi shade. Height: 20cm (8). Spread: 25cm (10). Culinary information: Some parts of these flowers are edible. The crystallised petals are great decorations for cakes and cookies, or they can be added straight to green salads for an injection of colour. For more details about edible…  More Info

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Sweet Pea 'Night and Day'

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…  More Info

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Busy Lizzie 'Worldbeater'

…bicolour blooms that will light up even the shaded corners of your garden. This colourful mix of Impatiens walleriana is neat and compact making it perfect for filling beds and edging borders. Plant them into patio containers, window boxes and baskets for a brilliant display that will withstand sun…  More Info

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Sweet Pea 'Elegant Ladies'

This classic selection comprises small flowered heirloom (Grandiflora) types, many dating back to the 16th century. Specially selected for their pastel shades and powerful fragrance, Sweet Pea 'Elegant Ladies' will add a touch of style to your summer garden and makes a delightful cut flower too.…  More Info

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Marigold 'Colossus'

…shades of red and orange make this French Marigold one of the largest, and a striking feature for beds and borders. A premier bedding plant, easily grown to give non-stop summer. Culinary note: The citrus tasting flowers have many uses, try them in salads, sandwiches or seafood dishes too. For more…  More Info

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Pansy 'Summertime Mix' (Garden Ready)

A bright mix of colour for a vibrant summer display! This sunny blend of clear shades and bicolours with dark faces is compact and free flowering. Perfect for a stunning display in containers, beds and borders. Height and spread: 23cm (9). Supplied as garden-ready plug plants. Culinary information:…  More Info

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Sweet Pea 'Here Come the Girls'

A fabulous mixture of frilly blooms in perfectly complementing shades of pink, mauve and white, Sweet Pea 'Here Come the Girls' includes beautiful and sweetly-scented varieties. The girls in question are seven popular varieties, ?Valerie Harold?, ?Catherine?, ?Katie Alice?, ?Mumsie?, ?Charlie?s…  More Info

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Sweet Pea 'Statesman Mixed'

…complement each other beautifully with their deeply scented flowers, each individually striped and marbled in shades of pink and lilac. Sweet Pea 'Statesman Mixed' is perfect for cut flower arrangements and adds a bright splash of colour to summer borders, trained over obelisks or up trellis.…  More Info

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Nigella 'Moody Blues' (Start-A-Garden™ Range)

An exquisite, easy to grow, mixture of Love in a Mist, bringing together some spectacular double blooms in a delightful blend of blue shades followed by intriguing seed pods. A cottage garden favourite which creates a soothing drift of colour in borders and makes a dramatic cut or dried flower.…  More Info

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Nasturtium 'Phoenix'

…flowers of Nasturium 'Phoenix' particularly eye catching. Prolific and free flowering, the blooms are produced in abundance in beautiful fiery shades of gold, orange and red. Like all Nasturtiums, it's easy to grow. Let its bushy stems spill from hanging baskets and window boxes or create a carpet…  More Info

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Begonia 'Majestic New Sunburst Mixed'

…Sunburst Mixed features spherical blooms up to 20cm across, in glowing shades of apricot, orange, yellow and pink. Inbuilt garden performance ensures exhibition quality blooms and plants, no matter the weather, with no need for staking or extra care. Once blooms finish they simply drop from the…  More Info

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Marigold 'Strawberry Blonde'

…deceiving you! A breeding break through has created a French Marigold with flowers in totally unique russet tones; bringing pink shades to the marigold colour palette for the very first time. These bushy, vigorous, free-flowering French marigold plants are set to be this year's must-have bedding…  More Info

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Cosmos bipinnatus 'Cupcakes'

…unusual trait across the colour mix, developing new shades and refining the habit of this uniquely shaped 'cupcake' cosmos. The result? An easy to grow, free-flowering three colour blend of single and semi-double blooms on tall bushy plants ideal for border designs and container growing. Cosmos…  More Info

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Zinnia elegans 'Queeny Mixed'

…outstanding mix deserves a prime position in the garden. The showy blooms of Zinnia ?Queeny Mixed? sit above tall, upright stems emerge in shades of cocoa brown before gradually fading to lime green, providing an amazing overall two-tone display. A real gem in the garden with a cut-and-come-again…  More Info

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Sunflower 'Earth Walker'

…deeper chocolate-brown shades. The good quality plants, producing many heads, are ideal for border displays. Easy to grow; ideal for children. Height: 180-270cm (6-9ft). Culinary note: Some parts of these flowers are edible. Try toasting the seed kernels for a healthy snack. For more details about…  More Info

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Nemesia 'Melody Collection'

…versatile. They are equally perfect for massed border plantings, sunny rockeries, groundcover, dotted into mixed containers or filling baskets and window boxes. Despite their delicate appearance, Nemesia ‘Melody Collection’ have been specifically developed for cold tolerance, making them…  More Info

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