How to grow salvias
Salvias are a popular favourite, also known as ornamental sage. Sending up structural spikes of jewel-coloured blooms, these long-flowering plants are …
Flower Seeds
Enjoy fascinating flower seed facts and tips here on the Suttons blog. For a fantastic choice of flower seeds shop with Suttons online.
How to grow nasturtiums from seed
Nasturtiums (Tropaeolum majus) are hardy annual flowers that fill the garden with a sharp scent and vibrant colour. Strong, vigorous and easy to grow from …
Seed sowing problems: what did I do wrong?
From failure to germinate to scraggly seedlings, here are some of the main ways that seed sowing can go wrong – and how to mitigate them.
Best flower seeds to direct sow
Armed with some top tips from our team, and a selection of 10 easy flower seeds to direct sow, your patio pots and garden borders will be bursting with blooms …
The difference between F1 hybrid and open-pollinated seeds
In this article, horticultural expert Rob Smith explains the main differences between F1 and open-pollinated
Best expert advice on growing sweet peas
Whether you’re looking for germination tips, help with the cordon method or just some fresh inspiration, here’s everything you need to know about growing …
New flower seed range 2024 launched!
Our 2024 seed range features new flower varieties to tempt you! From fuzzy double sunflowers to first-year flowering foxgloves, we’ve got new varieties …
New flower seed varieties
Ready to spice up your garden this summer with unusual blooms from our new flower seed range? Whether it’s an improved version of an old favourite, a …
A quick guide to growing giant sunflowers
For advice on how to grow giant sunflowers, along with the best varieties to try, you’ve come to the right place.
East Meets West in the Sunflower’s Golden History By Susie Hall
Sunflowers have a long and fascinating history. Loved for their bright, ornamental flower heads, the edible seeds of these wildlife-friendly blooms are also …