New 2008

A delightful mixture of dwarf annuals adding a touch of grace to borders. This wide range of varieties has been selected to flower gradually, giving your borders an ever-changing, magical appearance throughout the summer. Perfect border filler; sow seed in drifts.

Height range 5-45cm (2-18in)

Subject to availability, packet contains mix of the following: Agrostis nebulosa, Anagalis monellii ssp. linifolia Gentian Blue, Camissonia cheiranthifolia Silver and Gold, Clarkia concinna Pink Ribbons,Clarkia bottae Lilac Pixie, Cuphea miniata Firefly, Linanthus androsacus French Hybrids, Linaria aeruginea Grenada Sol, Linaria maroccana confetti Lobularia maritima Red, Ursinia anethoides, Viola x wiiliamsiana Little Rascals and Viola x williamsiana Black.

Sow March to June outdoors where they are to flower once the soil has warmed. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sprinkle the seed thinly over the surface, then rake lightly to ensure seed is just covered. Alternatively, sow 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in drills, 30cm (12in) apart. Germination usually takes 14-21 days.

As seedlings germinate, carefully thin out any that are too close together with a trowel and replant elsewhere.

Regular removal of spent flowers will encourage further blooming.