This category of annual flowers & plants is made up of all species we offer which typically flower within the year of sowing already. Not all are annuals in a strict sense, some are biannuals whilst others are perennials in the Northern hemisphere. Most are fast growing and will reach flowering size within few months after sowing. They will thrive in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot, if not noted otherwise in the species' description. Sow flat preferably from early to mid spring in any rich, well drained soil. Keep pots in a sunny and constantly warm spot inside at some 15°C to 25°C, e.g. on a window sill, in a heated greenhouse or in the wintergarden. Carefully transplant seedlings to the final spot in your garden in late spring or early summer, as soon as no more freezing nights are to be expected and night temperatures will stay above some 10°C. Several species, especially all winter hardy perennials, may be sowed directly to the ground in the garden in spring. For more information on genera and quantity of seeds per package please refer to the specific category for a given plant. |
Cyclanthera pedata var. edulis (Pepino Relleno) Exclusive5 (10)m, Pepino Cucumber or Pepino Relleno is an annual, fast growing vine native to Mexico in semi-arid areas. It makes yellowish green, strongly dissected leaves and rather small, inconspicuous flowers, followed by (in this variety) large "cucumbers" up to 20 cm (!) in length, and which are filled with air. These are used in the cookery Central and South America. The fruits are stuffed with ground meat and rice. Seeds from a plantation in the village of Subia (Departamento de Cundinamarca, Colombia). A delicious vegetable easily grown in any rich soil in a sunny spot. |
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seed package 2151 | € 4,99 |
Datura stramonium (White Thorn Apple)80 (110)cm, Violet Thorn Apple is a fast growing annual with large, slightly glossy foliage and small trumpet shaped, pure white, fragrant flowers which open at night. Flowers are followed by egg-sized fruits densely covered with spines. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun. Note: All parts are poisenous if ingested ! VI-VIII. |
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seed package 0113 | € 0,99 |
Diplotaxis muralis (Annual Wallrocket)20 (40)cm, Annual Wallrocket is an annual species with strongly serrated, dark green, spicy leaves in a dense basal rosette. Makes mustard-like lemon yellow flowers in lose spikes in summer. Native of rocky sites (e.g. old stone walls) throughout Europe. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun. Will readily self-sow under good conditions. VII-VIII. |
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seed package 3866 | € 2,99 |
Dolichos lablab (Hyacinth Bean)3 (7)m, Hyacinth Bean is a vigorous, annual to biannual tropical climber with ornamental, large trifoliate leaves and fragrant pale violet to rose bean-flowers, followed by flat, maroon red seed-pods. Flowers develop freely under warm and hot conditions throughout summer. For any humus rich, well drained soil in full sun. Best grown in containers in a greenhouse or wintergarden. VII-IX. |
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Ecballium elaterium (Exploding Cucumber)30 cm, Exploding Cucumber is a monotypic genus with only this single species. It is a fast growing annual with pale yellow flowers and elongated egg-shaped fruits which incidentally explode on maturing, shooting their seeds in all directions. Native of rocky soils in sunny spots throughout the Mediterranean and Asia Minor and has been naturalized in many parts of the world. Sow in pots under glass in early spring and transplant to the final spot in garden after the last freezing nights. For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. This item will be discontinued. The remaining stock is being offered at a reduced price. The regular price was € 2,99 per package. VI-VIII. |
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seed package (ex Perikklishia, Cyprus)6290 | € 0,99 | ||||
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Echium angustifolium (Narrow-leafed Bugloss)40 (80)cm, Narrow-leafed Bugloss is a rarely cultivated showy annual to biannual with a flat, basal, dark green, coarsely pubescent leaf rosette and strongly branching stems with pale winered flowers fading to lilac blue with age. Native of the lower dry zone and disturbed areas in rocky soils in the eastern Mediterranean region. For any rich, very well drained soil in a sunny spot. Excellent in the rock garden. Sow directly to the ground after the last freezing night in mid spring. VI-VII. |
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seed package6374 | € 3,99 |
Echium plantagineum (Purple Viper's Bugloss)20 (120)cm, Purple Viper's Bugloss or Paterson's Curse is an annual to biannual species with a dense basal leaf rosette and a tall branching inflorescence with quite large, brilliant lilac blue flowers. Native of southern Europe, the Mediterranean and the Macaronesian region, where it coccurs in open spots in rock to sandy soils. For any rich, very well drained soil in full sun. Sow directly into the ground after the last cold nights in late spring or alternatively pre-cultivate under frostfree conditions in early spring. IV-VII. |
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seed package4692 | € 2,99 | |||
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Eruca sativa (Salad Rocket)20 (50)cm, Arrugula or formerly commonly called Salad Roquette is a fast growing annual from Eurasia, where it has been cultivated for centuries for its deliciously spicy, deeply cut leaves, which are used raw in salads or cooked and baked (e.g. on Pizza in Italy). Young tender leaves may be harvested several times from the same plant if only few leaves are cut a single time. It is easily grown in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Under suitable conditions it will self-sow. VI-VIII. |
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seed package 3868 | € 0,99 | |||
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seed package (1,000 seeds)0533 | € 4,99 |
Erysimum crepidifolium20 (30)cm, rarely seen biannual to semi-perennial with fragrant, yellow flowers. For a sunny location in any rich, well drained, rocky soil. IV-V. |
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seed package 2800 | € 4,99 |
Erysimum rhaeticum (syn. E. helveticum)20 (30)cm, rarely seen perennial with numerous bright sulphurous yellow, fragrant yellow flowers above linear leaves. Native of rocky, grassy slopes and rock crevices in the Alps, the Apennines, the Balkan, and the Pyrenees growing at up to 2.800m. For a sunny location in any rich, well drained, rocky soil. III-V. |
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seed package 2803 | € 4,99* |
Eschscholzia lobbii (Frying Pans Poppy)15 (20)cm, Frying Pans Poppy is an annual with rich butter yellow to cream-yellow flower cups above finely cut glaucous foliage. It is native of open rocky spots in the Central Valley and the Sierra Nevada foothills in California, USA. Sow seeds flat directly to the ground after the last freezing nights from end of spring to early summer. Will readily self sow under good conditions. V-VI. |
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seed package 6373 | € 4,99 | |||
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Foeniculum vulgare (Fennel)120 (150)cm, Fennel is native to the Mediterranean region and Southwestern Asia and has been used since ancient times. It is a very aromatic, showy plant with gracefully feathered leaves and flat yellowish-green flowering umbels. The seeds have and anise-like flavor and are used in various dishes and teas. Easily cultivated in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. VI-VIII. |
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seed package 4657 | € 0,99 |
Gaillardia aristata (Common Blanket Flower)50 (80)cm, Common Blanket Flower is a herbaceous perennial which makes from late spring to autumn bicolored, bright red and yellow flowers on tall stalks. Native of sunny meadows and fields in NC USA. For any humus rich, well drained, slightly rocky soil in full sun. V-IX. |
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seed package 3894 | € 2,99* |
Gaillardia pinnatifida (Red Dome Blanket Flower)30 (60)cm, Red Dome Blanket Flower is a herbaceous annual with bright yellow flowers and narrow, silvery green leaves. Native of sunny meadows and fields in NC USA. For any humus rich, well drained, slightly rocky soil in full sun. VI-IX. |
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seed package 3895 | € 3,99* |
Gaillardia pulchella (Firewheel Blanket Flower)50 (80)cm, Firewheel is a herbaceous annual to rarely semiperennial which makes from late spring to autumn bicolored, bright purplish red flowers with yellow tips. Native of sunny, rocky spots in south-western USA to Florida. For any humus rich, well drained, slightly rocky soil in full sun. VI-IX. |
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seed package 3896 | € 2,99* |
Galinsoga parviflora (Guasca)20 (40)cm, Guasca is an annual plant from South America. Fresh leaves are an essential ingredieitn to Colombian "Ajiaco Santafereño" or "Ajiaco Bogotano". This delicious thick soup contains three different potatoe types, chicken and whole maize cobs. Sow seeds flat directly to the groung in mid spring in any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Note: This species may become invasive, if it is not controlled ! V-VIII. |
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seed package7130 | € 0,99 | |||
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Glaucium flavum (Yellow Horned Poppy)30 (50)cm, Yellow Horned Poppy is a biannual species with bluish-green leaves and branching stems with orange-yellow flowers followed by elongated seed capsules. It is native of coastal areas throughout the Mediterranean and Western Europe. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun. V-VII. |
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seed package7144 | € 2,99 |
Gomphrena globosa (Lilac Globe Amaranth)30cm, Lilac Globe Amaranth is an utmost showy South American annual with globose, rich magenta-lilac inflorescences all summer long. For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Sow in early spring under glass at some 20°C. Transplant to the garden after the last freezing nights from end of spring to early summer. VI-IX. |
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seed package8149 | € 3,99 | |||
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Gomphrena haageana (Orange Globe Amaranth)25cm, Orange Globe Amaranth is a showy Mexican annual with globose to elongated, rich orange inflorescences all summer long. For any rich, well drained soil in a sunny spot. Sow in early spring under glass at some 20°C. Transplant to the garden after the last freezing nights from end of spring to early summer. VI-IX. |
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seed package8150 | € 3,99 |
Helianthus annuus (Wild Sunflower)160 (250)cm, Wild Sunflower is an annual species and parent to many garden hybrids and cultivars. The wild species is an elegant plant with an upright, branching stem and several medium sized, bright yellow flowers surrounding a brown central disk. Native of south-western USA and Mexico. Either sow under glass in spring and transplant seedlings after the last freezing nights end of spring or sow directly into the ground in early summer. For any humus rich, well drained soil in full sun. We offer several strains which have been selected from our plants: a mixture of various types of the wild species, a rich yellow flowering type with larger flowers, a rich yellow flowering type with normal sized flowers and an utmost beautiful strain with pale lemon yellow flowers with narrow petals. VII-IX. |
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seed package (large flowered)3898 | € 2,99 | ||||
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seed package (mixed)8949 | € 0,99* | ||||
seed package (normal flowered)8947 | € 1,99 | ||||
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seed package (pale lemon flowered)8948 | € 3,99 | ||||
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Helichrysum bracteatum (Strawflower)70cm, Strawflower (syn. Xerochrysum bracteatum) is a showy and easily grown annual from Australia. For any rich, well drained soil in pots or outside in the garden. Sow seeds directly to the final spot in the garden after the last freezing nights towards the end of spring. VI-VIII. |
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seed package (golden-yellow flowers)7316 | € 0,99* | |||
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seed package (lemon-yellow flowers)7317 | € 2,99* | |||
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seed package (orange flowers)7315 | € 2,99* | |||
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seed package (red-brown flowers)7319 | € 2,99* | |||
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seed package (rich magenta flowers)7318 | € 2,99 | |||
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seed package (white flowers)7320 | € 2,99* | |||
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Helichrysum macranthum (White Strawflower)70cm, White Strawflower (syn. Helichyrsum bracteatum var. macranthum, syn. Xerochrysum macranthum) is a showy and easily grown annual from Australia. It differs from closely related Helichrysum bracteatum by always white flowers, which are not to be confused with the white flowering form of Helichrysum bracteatum. For any rich, well drained soil in pots or outside in the garden. Sow seeds directly to the final spot after the last freezing nights towards the end of spring. VI-VIII. |
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seed package0404 | € 4,99 |
Hunnemannia fumariifolia (Mexican Tulip Poppy)80 (110)cm, Mexican Tulip Poppy is a perennial with semi-woody stems in frostfree climates which is usually grown as an annual in colder areas. It bears most ornamental, large bright lemon-yellow flowers with a diameter of up to 10cm above finely divided bluish-green foliage. For any rich, well drained soil in full sun. Precultivation in mid spring at some 20°C. Carefully transplant seedlings to the garden after the last freezing nights. VI-IX. |
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seed package 5141 | € 2,99* | |||
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Hyoscyamus albus (White Henbane)30 (70)cm, White Henbane is a biannual native of coastal areas growing in sandy or rocky soils in the western Mediterranean region. Terminal racemes with pale to intense yellow flowers with a nicely contrasting black or very rarely, pure yellowish-white throat. Grow as an annual, sow in mid spring. VII-IX. |
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seed package3502 | € 0,99 | ||||
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seed package (pure yellow flowers)4709 | € 2,99 | ||||
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Hyoscyamus niger (Black Henbane)30 (70)cm, Black Henbane is an annual to biannual which can be found in rocky, dryish sites in Central Europe. Makes terminal racemes with intense yellow flowers with dark purplish veins and throat. Grow preferably as a biannual, sow directly to the ground from late summer to autumn. IV-VII. |
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seed package 4528 | € 2,99 | |||
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