Seed list and germination guide

Discover the joy of growing from seed with the RHS Members’ Seed Scheme, a curated collection of inspiring plant varieties paired with expert germination know-how to help every seed get off to a flying start

RHS Seed Collections 2027

RHS Garden favourites

Hand-picked from the planting inspiration found across the five RHS Gardens

RHS Garden Wisley Collection (available at RHS Wisley only)

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

Stipa gigantea

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Stipa gigantea

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

Stipa gigantea

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Stipa gigantea

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

Sow seeds in autumn or spring
Surface-sow the seeds and gently press them into the compost
Do not cover the seeds, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–16°C.
Germination can take up to 90 days

Cichorium intybus (chicory)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Hydrangea paniculata (panicled hydrangea)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take more than 90 days

Stipa gigantea (golden oats)

Sow seeds in spring
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum (rosy Culver’s root)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

RHS Garden Bridgewater Collection (available at RHS Bridgewater only)

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

Astrantia major

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Astrantia major

Echinacea purpurea

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Echinacea purpurea

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

Astrantia major

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Astrantia major

Echinacea purpurea

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Echinacea purpurea

Place seeds in a cold, moist environment for four weeks before sowing
Sow the seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to one year

Deschampsia cespitosa (tufted hair grass)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Digitalis purpurea (common foxglove)

Sow seeds in late spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea (purple moor-grass)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within six months

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Collection (available at RHS Hyde Hall only)

Dianthus carthusianorum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Dianthus carthusianorum

Rudbeckia fulgida

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Rudbeckia fulgida

Pennisetum villosum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pennisetum villosum

Dianthus carthusianorum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Dianthus carthusianorum

Rudbeckia fulgida

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Rudbeckia fulgida

Pennisetum villosum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pennisetum villosum

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Miscanthus sinensis (eulalia)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days
If germination is poor, try a period of cold, moist stratification

Pennisetum villosum (feathertop)

Sow seeds in spring
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Rudbeckia fulgida (black-eyed Susan)

Sow seeds and lightly cover with compost
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days
If germination is poor, place the seeds in a cold, moist environment for four weeks, then return them to warmth

Helleborus × hybridus (hybrid Lenten rose)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination can take up to one year

RHS Garden Rosemoor Collection (available at RHS Rosemoor only)

Corynabutilon × suntense

4–8 metres
1.5–2.5 metres

Corynabutilon × suntense

Verbascum bombyciferum

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Verbascum bombyciferum

Stipa ichu

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Stipa ichu

Corynabutilon × suntense

4–8 metres
1.5–2.5 metres

Corynabutilon × suntense

Verbascum bombyciferum

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Verbascum bombyciferum

Stipa ichu

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Stipa ichu

Sow seeds at any time of year
Cover the seeds with a very thin layer of compost
Seeds need light to germinate, so do not cover them deeply
Seeds can be sown directly where they are to grow
Avoid disturbing seedlings once established
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Corynabutilon × suntense (Gorer’s mallow)

Sow seeds in spring
Keep at around 25°C
Germination can be slow and uneven, taking several months or longer
If seeds have not germinated after 4–6 weeks, place them in a cold, moist environment for 4–6 weeks, then return them to warmth

Eryngium planum (blue eryngo)

Moisten the seeds and place them on a piece of damp kitchen paper
Place the kitchen paper in a sealed plastic bag
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Stipa ichu (ichu)

Sow seeds in spring
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Verbascum bombyciferum (Broussa mullein)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 14–21 days

RHS Garden Harlow Carr Collection (available at RHS Harlow Carr only)

Stipa tenuissima

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Stipa tenuissima

Digitalis ferruginea

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis ferruginea

Silene flos-cuculi

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene flos-cuculi

Stipa tenuissima

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Stipa tenuissima

Digitalis ferruginea

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis ferruginea

Silene flos-cuculi

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene flos-cuculi

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow from early spring
Use any well-drained soil
Sow seeds thinly and lightly cover with soil
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Cyclamen hederifolium (ivy-leaved cyclamen)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Before sowing, it can help to soak the seeds in cold water for 10 hours
Seeds may need two cold periods before they will germinate
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination can take up to one year

Silene flos-cuculi (ragged robin)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in early spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Stipa tenuissima (Mexican feather grass)

Sow seeds in spring
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Digitalis ferruginea (rusty foxglove)

Sow seeds in late spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take 30-90 days

Award winners

Proven performers that never disappoint, with accolades to match their brilliance

RHS Recommended: AGM Collection

Nicotiana langsdorffii

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nicotiana langsdorffii

Ammi majus

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Ammi majus

Cenolophium denudatum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Cenolophium denudatum

Nicotiana langsdorffii

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nicotiana langsdorffii

Ammi majus

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Ammi majus

Cenolophium denudatum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Cenolophium denudatum

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can be slow or uneven
Allow up to 21 days for germination

Chionochloa rubra (red tussock grass)

Sow seeds in autumn
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at around 20°C once conditions warm
Germination can be uneven, but should occur when temperatures rise in spring

Nicotiana langsdorffii (Langsdorff’s tobacco plant)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 18–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Calamagrostis brachytricha (Korean feather reed grass)

Sow seeds in spring
Sow on the surface and lightly cover with compost
Keep at 20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Cenolophium denudatum (Baltic parsley)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Very lightly cover the seeds with compost, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to one year

Easy choices

Beautiful gardens made simple with dependable plants that are easy to grow

Easy-to-Grow Collection

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Valeriana officinalis

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Valeriana officinalis

Tithonia rotundifolia

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Tithonia rotundifolia

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Valeriana officinalis

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Valeriana officinalis

Tithonia rotundifolia

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Tithonia rotundifolia

Sow seeds directly where they are to flower in late spring
Keep at 22°C
Germination should occur within 10–20 days

Hesperis matronalis (dame’s violet)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Phacelia tanacetifolia (fiddleneck)

Sow seeds directly outdoors between March and September
Keep at 10–16°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Tithonia rotundifolia (Mexican sunflower)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Do not exclude light after sowing
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination should occur within 7–21 days

Valeriana officinalis (common valerian)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Seasonal colour

Fill beds, borders and containers with plants chosen for months of colourful display

Annuals Collection

Amaranthus cruentus

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amaranthus cruentus

Cosmos bipinnatus

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Cosmos bipinnatus

Alcea ficifolia

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Alcea ficifolia

Amaranthus cruentus

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amaranthus cruentus

Cosmos bipinnatus

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Cosmos bipinnatus

Alcea ficifolia

1.5–2.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Alcea ficifolia

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Amaranthus cruentus (purple amaranth)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 21–24°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Bupleurum rotundifolium (thorow-wax)

Sow seeds directly where they are to flower
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Germination can take 14–60 days

Cosmos bipinnatus (cosmea)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Nicotiana glutinosa (Peruvian tobacco)

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 18–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Cut Flowers Collection

Nigella papillosa

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nigella papillosa

Atriplex hortensis var. rubra

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Atriplex hortensis var. rubra

Panicum capillare

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Panicum capillare

Nigella papillosa

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nigella papillosa

Atriplex hortensis var. rubra

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Atriplex hortensis var. rubra

Panicum capillare

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Panicum capillare

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds can also be sown directly outdoors into prepared soil
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Cosmos sulphureus (yellow cosmos)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Gypsophila paniculata (baby’s breath)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Seeds can also be sown directly where they are to grow
Keep at 18–22°C
Germination should occur within 5–10 days

Nigella papillosa (papillose-leaved love-in-a-mist)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in mid-spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
If sowing in autumn, provide winter protection for seedlings if needed
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Panicum capillare (witch grass)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to six months

Perennial beauty

Reliable herbaceous perennials that return year after year with colour and interes

Herbaceous Hot Collection

Kniphofia new mixed hybrids

Kniphofia new mixed hybrids

Hesperantha coccinea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Hesperantha coccinea

Silene coronaria Atrosanguinea Group

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene coronaria Atrosanguinea Group

Kniphofia new mixed hybrids

Kniphofia new mixed hybrids

Hesperantha coccinea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Hesperantha coccinea

Silene coronaria Atrosanguinea Group

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene coronaria Atrosanguinea Group

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Hesperantha coccinea (crimson flag-lily)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Sow directly into a suitable container, as the plant dislikes root disturbance
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Rudbeckia californica (California coneflower)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days
If germination is poor, place the seeds in a cold, moist environment for four weeks, then return them to warmth

Silene coronaria Atrosanguinea Group (rose campion Atrosanguinea Group)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in early spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Verbascum phoeniceum (purple mullein)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Herbaceous Cool Collection

Salvia napifolia

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Salvia napifolia

Digitalis lutea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis lutea

Veronica longifolia

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Veronica longifolia

Salvia napifolia

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Salvia napifolia

Digitalis lutea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis lutea

Veronica longifolia

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Veronica longifolia

Sow seeds directly into a suitable container, as the plant dislikes root disturbance
A period of cold treatment may improve germination
Keep at 10–13°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Digitalis lutea (small yellow foxglove)

Sow seeds in spring or summer
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Lunaria rediviva (perennial honesty)

Sow seeds in summer
Cover the seeds with 3mm of compost
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Seeds may require a period of cold, moist stratification
Germination can take up to 90 days

Salvia napifolia (Turkish sage)

Sow seeds in spring
Leave the seeds uncovered when sowing
Keep at 18–24°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Veronica longifolia (garden speedwell)

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Wildlife friendly

Support bees, butterflies and other pollinators with plants rich in nectar and pollen

Plants for Pollinators Collection

Oenothera biennis

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Oenothera biennis

Agastache rugosa

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Agastache rugosa

Nicotiana sylvestris

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nicotiana sylvestris

Oenothera biennis

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Oenothera biennis

Agastache rugosa

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Agastache rugosa

Nicotiana sylvestris

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Nicotiana sylvestris

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 10–16°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Daucus carota (wild carrot)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow from early spring to summer
Use any well-drained soil
Protect early sowings from frost
Sow seeds thinly and lightly cover with soil
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Erysimum cheiri (common wallflower)

Sow seeds in late summer for spring flowers, or late winter for autumn flowers
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Nicotiana sylvestris (woodland tobacco plant)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep at 18–22°C
Germination should occur within 20 days

Oenothera biennis (common evening primrose)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days
Seeds may benefit from a period of cold, moist stratification if germination is slow

Naturalistic planting

Bring a touch of the wild home with naturalistic plantings inspired by meadows, prairies and cottage gardens

Prairie Plants Collection

Asclepias incarnata

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Asclepias incarnata

Veronicastrum sibiricum

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum sibiricum

Pennisetum villosum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pennisetum villosum

Asclepias incarnata

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Asclepias incarnata

Veronicastrum sibiricum

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum sibiricum

Pennisetum villosum

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pennisetum villosum

Sow seeds between February and July
Surface-sow the seeds and gently press them into the compost
Do not cover the seeds, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Asclepias incarnata (swamp milkweed)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Echinacea pallida (pale purple coneflower)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Pennisetum villosum (feathertop)

Sow seeds in spring
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Veronicastrum sibiricum (Siberian Culver’s root)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Meadow Mix Collection

Agrostemma githago

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Agrostemma githago

Centaurea nigra

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Centaurea nigra

Papaver rhoeas

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Papaver rhoeas

Agrostemma githago

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Agrostemma githago

Centaurea nigra

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Centaurea nigra

Papaver rhoeas

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Papaver rhoeas

Sow seeds directly where they are to flower
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Centaurea nigra (common knapweed)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow from early spring
Use any well-drained soil
Sow seeds thinly and lightly cover with soil
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Glebionis segetum (corn marigold)

Sow seeds indoors in spring or directly outdoors later in the season
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination should occur within 10–14 days

Nigella damascena (love-in-a-mist)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in mid-spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
If sowing in autumn, provide winter protection for seedlings if needed
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Papaver rhoeas (common poppy)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Cottage Garden Plants Collection

Orlaya grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Orlaya grandiflora

Phlox paniculata

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Phlox paniculata

Cephalaria gigantea

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Cephalaria gigantea

Orlaya grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Orlaya grandiflora

Phlox paniculata

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Phlox paniculata

Cephalaria gigantea

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Cephalaria gigantea

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Cephalaria gigantea (giant scabious)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Knautia macedonica (Macedonian scabious)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Surface-sow the seeds and cover very lightly with grit
Keep the compost moist
Keep at 10–16°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take up to 90 days

Orlaya grandiflora (white laceflower)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18°C
Germination should occur within 21–30 days, but can take longer
If seeds have not germinated after 6–8 weeks, try a period of cold, moist stratification

Phlox paniculata (perennial phlox)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Structural interest

Add height, shape and year-round interest with plants that bring structure and character

Architectural Plants Collection

Angelica archangelica

1.5–2.5 metres
1–1.5 metres

Angelica archangelica

Peucedanum verticillare

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Peucedanum verticillare

Rudbeckia maxima

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Rudbeckia maxima

Angelica archangelica

1.5–2.5 metres
1–1.5 metres

Angelica archangelica

Peucedanum verticillare

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Peucedanum verticillare

Rudbeckia maxima

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Rudbeckia maxima

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Seeds can be sown directly where they are to grow
Lightly cover the seeds with compost, as they need light to germinate
Transplant seedlings while they are still small, as larger plants dislike disturbance
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Eryngium giganteum (Miss Willmott’s ghost)

Moisten the seeds and place them on a piece of damp kitchen roll
Place the kitchen roll in a sealed plastic bag
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Glycyrrhiza yunnanensis (Yunnan liquorice)

Before sowing, soak the seeds in cold water for 24 hours
Sow seeds in spring
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Peucedanum verticillare (giant hog fennel)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Ideally keep pots in a cold frame over winter
Allow natural cold and warming temperatures to help trigger germination in spring
Keep at 5–12°C
Germination occurs as conditions become suitable in spring

Rudbeckia maxima (great coneflower)

Sow seeds and lightly cover with compost
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days
If germination is poor, place the seeds in a cold, moist environment for four weeks, then return them to warmth

Exotic Plants Collection

Decaisnea fargesii

4–8 metres
4–8 metres

Decaisnea fargesii

Tigridia pavonia

1–1.5 metres
0–0.1 metre

Tigridia pavonia

Eucomis comosa

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Eucomis comosa

Decaisnea fargesii

4–8 metres
4–8 metres

Decaisnea fargesii

Tigridia pavonia

1–1.5 metres
0–0.1 metre

Tigridia pavonia

Eucomis comosa

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Eucomis comosa

Sow seeds in autumn
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 16–18°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take more than 90 days

Eccremocarpus scaber (Chilean glory flower)

Sow seeds in early spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination should occur within 90 days

Eucomis comosa (pineapple lily)

Sow seeds from spring to early summer
Lightly cover the seeds, as some light is needed for germination
Keep at 18–24°C
Germination can be slow
Germination can take up to one year

Akebia quinata (chocolate vine)

Scarify the seeds and soak them in water for 24 hours before sowing
Sow seeds 5mm deep and space them well apart
Keep at 20–24°C
Germination can be slow and uneven

Tigridia pavonia (peacock tiger flower)

Sow seeds in spring
Sow directly outdoors or into individual modules, as the plant dislikes root disturbance
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take up to one year

Shade solutions

Brighten shady spots with plants suited to dry, moist and partially shaded conditions

Plants for Shade Collection

Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum

Trochodendron aralioides

4–8 metres
2.5–4 metres

Trochodendron aralioides

Hydrangea bifida

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Hydrangea bifida

Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum

Trochodendron aralioides

4–8 metres
2.5–4 metres

Trochodendron aralioides

Hydrangea bifida

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Hydrangea bifida

Sow seeds in autumn
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 15–21°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take 1–3 months

Digitalis trojana (Helen of Troy foxglove)

Sow seeds in spring or summer
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Hydrangea bifida (two-lobed false hydrangea)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take more than 90 days

Thalictrum flavum subsp. glaucum (glaucous-leaved yellow meadow rue)

Sow seeds in autumn
Cover the seeds lightly with grit
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Trochodendron aralioides (wheel tree)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take more than 90 days

Plants for Dry Shade Collection

Tellima grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Tellima grandiflora

Alchemilla mollis

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Alchemilla mollis

Campanula latifolia

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Campanula latifolia

Tellima grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Tellima grandiflora

Alchemilla mollis

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Alchemilla mollis

Campanula latifolia

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Campanula latifolia

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–22°C for 2–4 weeks
Germination should occur within 30 days
If germination does not occur, place the seeds in a cold, moist environment before returning them to warmth

Anemanthele lessoniana (pheasant's tail grass)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Cover the seeds very lightly with compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Heuchera villosa (hairy alum root)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Campanula latifolia (giant bellflower)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Tellima grandiflora (fringe cups)

Sow seeds in autumn or spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take more than 90 days

Plants for Moist Shade Collection

Hosta sieboldiana

0.5–1 metres
1–1.5 metres

Hosta sieboldiana

Iris sibirica

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Iris sibirica

Primula Candelabra hybrids (Pf)

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Primula Candelabra hybrids (Pf)

Hosta sieboldiana

0.5–1 metres
1–1.5 metres

Hosta sieboldiana

Iris sibirica

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Iris sibirica

Primula Candelabra hybrids (Pf)

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Primula Candelabra hybrids (Pf)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 10–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Iris sibirica (Siberian iris)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to one year

Lobelia × speciosa (cardinal flower hybrid)

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep the compost consistently moist
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Lythrum salicaria (purple loosestrife)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds can also be sown directly into prepared soil
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Primula Candelabra hybrids (primrose Candelabra hybrids)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Drought tolerant

Tough, resilient plants that thrive in sunny, free-draining and drier conditions

Drought-tolerant Collection

Verbena hastata f. rosea

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Verbena hastata f. rosea

Amsonia hubrichtii

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amsonia hubrichtii

Miscanthus nepalensis

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Miscanthus nepalensis

Verbena hastata f. rosea

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Verbena hastata f. rosea

Amsonia hubrichtii

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Amsonia hubrichtii

Miscanthus nepalensis

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Miscanthus nepalensis

Sow seeds in autumn or spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Baptisia australis (blue false indigo)

Fill pots or trays with a very free-draining seed compost
Before sowing, soak the seeds in hot water for 12 hours
Sow the seeds and keep at around 20°C
Germination is often irregular and unpredictable
Allow up to 30 days for germination

Miscanthus nepalensis (Himalayan fairy grass)

Sow seeds in spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 21–27°C
Germination can take up to 90 days
If seeds do not germinate, place them in a cold, moist environment for 2–4 weeks, then return them to warmth

Oenothera lindheimeri (white gaura)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Verbena hastata f. rosea (pink-flowered blue vervain)

Sow seeds from autumn to early spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Allow up to 90 days for germination

Sunny Sites Collection

Potentilla fruticosa

1–1.5 metres
1–1.5 metres

Potentilla fruticosa

Asphodelus aestivus

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Asphodelus aestivus

Libertia chilensis

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Libertia chilensis

Potentilla fruticosa

1–1.5 metres
1–1.5 metres

Potentilla fruticosa

Asphodelus aestivus

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Asphodelus aestivus

Libertia chilensis

0.5–1 metres
0.5–1 metres

Libertia chilensis

Sow seeds into a suitable container, as the plant dislikes root disturbance
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Calendula officinalis (common marigold)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring or autumn
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Libertia chilensis (New Zealand satin flower)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost or grit
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to one year

Papaver somniferum (opium poppy)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Potentilla fruticosa (shrubby cinquefoil)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Do not cover deeply, as the seeds need light to germinate
Keep at 18–24°C
Germination should occur within 7–14 days

Gravel Garden Collection

Dryas × suendermannii

Up to 10cm
0.5–1 metres

Dryas × suendermannii

Eryngium bourgatii

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Eryngium bourgatii

Dierama pulcherrimum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Dierama pulcherrimum

Dryas × suendermannii

Up to 10cm
0.5–1 metres

Dryas × suendermannii

Eryngium bourgatii

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Eryngium bourgatii

Dierama pulcherrimum

1–1.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Dierama pulcherrimum

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Use a well-drained seed compost
Cover the seeds with compost to twice the depth of the seed
Keep at 20°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take up to one year

Dryas × suendermannii (Suendermann dryad)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can be very slow and may take up to six months

Eryngium bourgatii (Mediterranean eryngo)

Moisten the seeds and place them on a piece of damp kitchen roll
Place the kitchen roll in a sealed plastic bag
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Oenothera stricta (fragrant evening primrose)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 20–25°C
Germination should occur within 14–30 days

Scabiosa columbaria subsp. ochroleuca (pale yellow scabious)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take up to 90 days

Practical planting

Practical problem-solvers for awkward spaces, from slopes and banks to gaps between plants

Groundcover Plants Collection

Haplocarpha scaposa

Haplocarpha scaposa

Armeria maritima

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Armeria maritima

Luzula nivea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Luzula nivea

Haplocarpha scaposa

Haplocarpha scaposa

Armeria maritima

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Armeria maritima

Luzula nivea

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Luzula nivea

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring or autumn
Before sowing, soak the seeds in warm water overnight
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Haplocarpha scaposa (false gerbera)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–20°C
Germination should occur within 30–90 days

Erigeron karvinskianus (Mexican fleabane)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days
Plants can self-seed freely once established

Luzula nivea (snow rush)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Phalaris canariensis (birdseed grass)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 20°C
Germination can be slow and uneven, taking 2–12 weeks

Rock Garden Plants Collection

Pulsatilla vulgaris

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pulsatilla vulgaris

Muscari armeniacum

0.1–0.5 metres
0–0.1 metre

Muscari armeniacum

Eranthis hyemalis

Up to 10cm
0–0.1 metre

Eranthis hyemalis

Pulsatilla vulgaris

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Pulsatilla vulgaris

Muscari armeniacum

0.1–0.5 metres
0–0.1 metre

Muscari armeniacum

Eranthis hyemalis

Up to 10cm
0–0.1 metre

Eranthis hyemalis

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 10–16°C
Germination can take up to one year

Eranthis hyemalis (winter aconite)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 5–12°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination should occur within 90 days

Muscari armeniacum (Armenian grape hyacinth)

Sow seeds in autumn
Before sowing, soak the seeds in cold water
Lightly cover the seeds with grit
Sow into a suitable container, as the plant dislikes root disturbance
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination can take up to one year

Penstemon hirsutus (hairy penstemon)

Sow seeds in autumn or early spring
Lightly cover the seeds with fine gravel or compost
Keep the soil surface moist
Keep at 20°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Pulsatilla vulgaris (pasqueflower)

Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to one year

Specialist picks

Carefully selected collections for challenging conditions and specialist growing situation

Plants for Clay Soils Collection

Digitalis grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis grandiflora

Veronicastrum virginicum

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum virginicum

Lysimachia ephemerum

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Lysimachia ephemerum

Digitalis grandiflora

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Digitalis grandiflora

Veronicastrum virginicum

1.5–2.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Veronicastrum virginicum

Lysimachia ephemerum

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Lysimachia ephemerum

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Use a well-drained seed compost
Keep at 15°C
Germination should occur within 90 days

Digitalis grandiflora (large yellow foxglove)

Sow seeds in late spring
Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 15°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Lysimachia ephemerum (willow-leaved loosestrife)

Sow seeds in spring or autumn
Cover the seeds with a thin layer of gravel
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take up to 90 days

Primula pulverulenta (mealy primrose)

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Veronicastrum virginicum (Culver’s root)

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Plants for Chalk Soils Collection

Malva moschata

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Malva moschata

Verbascum chaixii 'Album'

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Verbascum chaixii 'Album'

Silene uniflora

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene uniflora

Malva moschata

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Malva moschata

Verbascum chaixii 'Album'

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Verbascum chaixii 'Album'

Silene uniflora

0.1–0.5 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Silene uniflora

Sow seeds in autumn
Avoid disturbing seedlings, as the plant resents root disturbance
A period of cold treatment may improve germination
Keep at 10–13°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

Malva moschata (musk mallow)

Sow seeds in early summer
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Scabiosa columbaria (small scabious)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can be slow and uneven
Germination can take up to 90 days

Silene uniflora (sea campion)

Sow seeds directly where they are to grow in spring or autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with soil
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Verbascum chaixii ‘Album’ (white nettle-leaved mullein)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Plants for Acid Soils Collection

Lupinus angustifolius

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Lupinus angustifolius

Enkianthus campanulatus

2.5–4 metres
2.5–4 metres

Enkianthus campanulatus

Gillenia trifoliata

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Gillenia trifoliata

Lupinus angustifolius

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Lupinus angustifolius

Enkianthus campanulatus

2.5–4 metres
2.5–4 metres

Enkianthus campanulatus

Gillenia trifoliata

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Gillenia trifoliata

Sow seeds and leave them uncovered, as they need light to germinate
Keep at 16–21°C
Germination can take more than 90 days

Enkianthus campanulatus (redvein enkianthus)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 13–16°C
Germination should occur within 30–90 days

Gillenia trifoliata (Bowman’s root)

Sow seeds in autumn
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 15–18°C
Germination should occur within 30–90 days

Lupinus angustifolius (narrow-leaved lupin)

Before sowing, soak the seeds in hot water for 1–3 days or carefully chip the seed coat
Sow the seeds and cover with 5mm of compost
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to 90 days

Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea (purple moor-grass)

Sow seeds in autumn
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Seeds require a period of cold, moist stratification
Keep at 10–15°C
Germination should occur within six months

Plants for Windswept/Exposed Sites Collection

Salvia nemorosa

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Salvia nemorosa

Phlomis russeliana

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Phlomis russeliana

Stachys byzantina

0.1–0.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Stachys byzantina

Salvia nemorosa

0.5–1 metres
0.1–0.5 metres

Salvia nemorosa

Phlomis russeliana

1–1.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Phlomis russeliana

Stachys byzantina

0.1–0.5 metres
0.5–1 metres

Stachys byzantina

Surface-sow the seeds and do not cover them
Keep the compost moist and maintain high humidity
Keep at 20–22°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Phlomis russeliana (Turkish sage)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 13–18°C
Germination can take up to six months

Salvia nemorosa (Balkan clary)

Sow seeds in spring
Leave the seeds uncovered when sowing
Keep at 18–24°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Sporobolus heterolepis (prairie dropseed)

Sow seeds indoors from autumn to early spring
Keep at 15–20°C
Germination should occur within 30 days

Stachys byzantina (lamb’s ear)

Sow seeds in spring
Lightly cover the seeds with compost
Keep at 18–21°C
Germination can take 30–90 days

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RHS Seed Collections 2027

RHS Garden favourites

RHS Garden Wisley Collection (available at RHS Wisley only)

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

Stipa gigantea

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia

Stipa gigantea

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum

Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia (eastern bluestar)

Cichorium intybus (chicory)

Hydrangea paniculata (panicled hydrangea)

Stipa gigantea (golden oats)

Veronicastrum virginicum f. roseum (rosy Culver’s root)

RHS Garden Bridgewater Collection (available at RHS Bridgewater only)

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

Astrantia major

Echinacea purpurea

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea

Astrantia major

Echinacea purpurea

Astrantia major (greater masterwort)

Deschampsia cespitosa (tufted hair grass)

Digitalis purpurea (common foxglove)

Echinacea purpurea (purple coneflower)

Molinia caerulea subsp. arundinacea (purple moor-grass)

RHS Garden Hyde Hall Collection (available at RHS Hyde Hall only)

Dianthus carthusianorum

Rudbeckia fulgida

Pennisetum villosum

Dianthus carthusianorum

Rudbeckia fulgida

Pennisetum villosum

Dianthus carthusianorum (German pink)

Miscanthus sinensis (eulalia)

Pennisetum villosum (feathertop)

Rudbeckia fulgida (black-eyed Susan)

Helleborus × hybridus (hybrid Lenten rose)

RHS Garden Rosemoor Collection (available at RHS Rosemoor only)

Corynabutilon × suntense

Verbascum bombyciferum

Stipa ichu

Corynabutilon × suntense

Verbascum bombyciferum

Stipa ichu

Asphodeline liburnica (Liburne asphodel)

Corynabutilon × suntense (Gorer’s mallow)

Eryngium planum (blue eryngo)

Stipa ichu (ichu)

Verbascum bombyciferum (Broussa mullein)

RHS Garden Harlow Carr Collection (available at RHS Harlow Carr only)

Stipa tenuissima

Digitalis ferruginea

Silene flos-cuculi

Stipa tenuissima

Digitalis ferruginea

Silene flos-cuculi

Centaurea cyanus (cornflower)

Cyclamen hederifolium (ivy-leaved cyclamen)

Silene flos-cuculi (ragged robin)

Stipa tenuissima (Mexican feather grass)

Digitalis ferruginea (rusty foxglove)

Award winners

RHS Recommended: AGM Collection

Nicotiana langsdorffii

Ammi majus

Cenolophium denudatum

Nicotiana langsdorffii

Ammi majus

Cenolophium denudatum

Ammi majus (false bishop’s weed)

Chionochloa rubra (red tussock grass)

Nicotiana langsdorffii (Langsdorff’s tobacco plant)

Calamagrostis brachytricha (Korean feather reed grass)

Cenolophium denudatum (Baltic parsley)

Easy choices

Easy-to-Grow Collection

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Valeriana officinalis