A hand blended and select group of annuals that feature reliable 'sow where you want them to flower' qualities with varying long flower seasons for a harmonious all summer display. Many are suitable for cutting and all are chosen for their ease of cultivation. They will thrive in a sunny spot in any good garden soil. Flowers summer. Height: 30-90cm (12-36in).

Sow them where they are to flower in spring once the soil has warmed up. Rake the soil to a fine tilth and sprinkle the seed very thinly over the surface. Then rake lightly so as to ensure that the seed is just covered.

Alternatively sow in drills 1.5mm (1/16in) deep, 30cm (12in) apart. This latter method allows you to hoe between the rows and will still look very informal once the plants are established.

As the seedlings germinate, thin out and transplant any which are too close together so that the remaining plants are around 10cm (4-5in) apart and remove any weed seedlings at this time.

Regular removal of spent flower heads will prolong flowering.