9 of the best - We challenge you to find a better selection or better value. All the varieties chosen will give stunning displays of colour throughout the summer, not only in hanging baskets but also in tubs, containers and flower beds.
Average 50 seeds
With it's cascades of bright yellow flowers and green foliage Bidens Bit of Sunshine will enhance any hanging basket.
Instructions : Sow on a good quality compost, cover with a light sprinkling of vermiculite. Germination approx. 14-21 days at 15-18C. Transplant into 75mm (3") pots. Pinch out the growing tip when the plants are about 5cm (2") tall. Harden off and plant out in late spring.
Sowing : Jan - March Flower : June to Oct
Average 6 seeds
A wonderful trailing ivy leaf geranium from seed. A vibrant mixture of colours with shades of white, lilac, red and pink. Summertime will flower all summer long. Trails/spreads 30-40cm.
Instructions : Sow 1.5mm (1/16") deep in a good quality, moist compost. Propagate at 20-25C. Keep a uniform soil temperature day and night. Transplant seedlings into 75mm (3") pots when they are large enough to handle. Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed.
Sowing : Jan - March Flower : May to first frosts
Average 35 seeds
An F1 Impatiens with a vigorous habit and large flowers 30-50mm. Up to 15 colours in the mixture creating a superbright mass of colour.
Instructions : Sow on the surface of a good quality, moist compost, cover with a very light coating of vermiculite. Do not exclude light. Germinate at 20C. Keep a uniform soil temperature and moisture. When seedlings are large enough Transplant into 75mm (3") pots and grow on cooler and in good light. Harden off and plant out after all danger of frost has passed.
Sowing : Feb - April Flower : May to frost.
Average 2000 seeds
A superb blend of colours, shades of Blue, Pink, Violet and White, easy to grow. Ideal for baskets and containers. Flowers all summer long.
Instructions : Sow on the surface of moist compost, propagate at 18-22C. When plants are large enough to handle transplant into bunches of 3-4 to give a bushier appearance. Harden off and plant out after last frost.
Sowing : Jan to March Flower : June to Oct
Average 2000 seeds
A trailing lobelia giving a stunning display of deep blue flowers with a white eye. Ideal for baskets and containers. Flowers all summer long.
Instructions : Sow on the surface of moist compost, propagate at 18-22C. When plants are large enough to handle transplant into bunches of 3-4 to give a bushier appearance. Harden off and plant out after last frost.
Sowing : Jan to March Flower : June to Oct
Average 15 seeds
Petunia F1 Nuvolari Mix is a trailing type petunia that grows and flowers vigorously and has a pleasant fragrance and a good range of colours.
Instructions : Sow on the surface of moist good quality compost. Lightly press the pellet into the compost, but do not cover. Propagate at 18-20C ensuring plenty of good light. Grow on at 15-18C. Transplant when the plat has 3 true leavers into 75mm (3") pots. Plant out after all risk of frost has passed.
Sowing : January - April Flower : June - October
Average 20 seeds
With bright golden yellow flowers, long blooming period and its trailing habit Sanvitalia Aztec Gold makes an ideal plant for hanging baskets and pots.
Instructions : Sow 1.5mm (1/16in) deep, cover with a light sprinkling of vermiculite. Propagate at 18-20C.Germination approx 14-21 days. Keep moist, but do not overwater. Transplant seedlings into 3in (75mm) pots. Grow on at 15C. Harden off the plants and plant out when all risk of frost has passed.
Sowing : Feb - April Flower : June to Oct
Average 25 seeds
An extra dwarf variety with 20-25cm (8"-10") cascading vines with sweetly scented flowers in a host of colours. Perfect for hanging baskets or window boxes.
Instructions : Soak seeds overnight before sowing. Sow 3-4 seeds 1cm (1/2"} deep to a 75mm (3 ") pot. Propagate at 18-20C Germination approx 14 days. Grow on at 8-10C. Can also be sown outdoors April - May. Remove spent flowers regularly to encourage more flowering.
Sowing : Jan to May Flower : May to first frosts
Average 25 seeds
A stunning new Viola bred with a travelling habit, a superb addition to any hanging basket or patio container. Contains a mixture of solid colours and bicolour flowers.
Instructions : Sow on the surface moist compost. Cover with a sprinkling of vermiculite but do not exclude light. Propagate at 15-20C Germination approx 14-21 days. Grow on slightly cooler. Transplant seedlings into 75mm (3") pots. Gradually harden off for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost.
Sowing : Feb - April Flower : June to Oct
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