One of the iconic cottage garden perennials, yet with origins far away. The classic large, flowered Poppy with its characteristic black blotch in the centre, followed by statuesque seed heads that add longer season interest, are a real low maintenance, easy plant. Best started from bare roots in autumn and early spring, this mix of shades will include reds, oranges, pink and whites, and more. Be bold and plant them randomly, or if you prefer to see what colour they flower, grow in a 15cm (6') pot for the first few months, and see what shades you get. A very tough, hardy, and robust perennial dies back underground each winter, and emerges bigger and better for years to come. Supplied as a mix of 5 mixed colour bare root plants, to plant in Autumn and early Spring, as this gets best establishment, and earliest flowers in first year.
An iconic, cottage garden perennials, yet with origins far away, the classic large flowered poppy with its characteristic black blotch in the centre is followed by statuesque seed heads that add longer season interest. One of the more unusual varieties, Patty's Plum is noted for its blousy, pinkish purple ruffled blooms that look like antique silk and its coarse, bristly leaves that provide a great backdrop for other plants. A real low maintenance, easy plant to grow, these poppies make a bold statement when planted as a group or as individual specimens. A very tough, hardy and robust perennial, the Oriental Poppy dies back underground each winter, and emerges bigger and better for years to come. Supplied as a pack of 3 plants in 9cm pots to plant out straight into your garden. Height 90cm x 60cm, flowering May - June.
This delightful perennial is one of the newest members of the Salvia family. It was only introduced in 2020 at the Virtual Chelsea Flower Show and like other Salvia, it produces an abundance of eye-catching, bicoloured purple and white flowers over the summer months. An unusual and very pretty hardy member of the sage family, Oriental Dove is a great 'doer' and will look incredible in a patio pot or in a sunny border! Compact and bushy, it's closely related to the much-admired 'Amethyst Lips', and produces an abundance of eye-catching, purple flowers throughout the summer on plants that stay manageable at just 50cm. The bright, velvety flowers will light up your garden in purple from early summer to the first frosts in October, in a wonderful 5-month display. Each bloom has a delicate, frilly lip that has a distinctive white edge making it look like a little frilly skirt. As a bonus, the leaves are lightly scented too which only adds to the appeal of this charming plant. This Salvia is really easy to care for and flowers prolifically with minimal care perfect for beginners! Being winter hardy, it will die back underground in the autumn only to burst into life again with fresh new growth each spring. Supplied as a collection of 3 plants in 9cm pots, ready for immediate planting.
An iconic, cottage garden flower, but with origins far away, the classic large flowered oriental poppy with its characteristic black blotch in the centre is followed by statuesque seed heads that add longer season interest. 'Checkers' is a beautiful variety of Oriental Poppy, with their soft white, silk like petals that have a contrasting black cross at the base. Standing tall on top of their sturdy stems, the thick foliage has a bristly texture to it that provides a stunning backdrop to these gorgeous blooms. A real low maintenance, easy plant to grow, these poppies make a bold statement when planted as a group or as individual specimens. 'Checkers' is a very tough, hardy, and robust perennial, the Oriental Poppy dies back underground each winter, and emerges bigger and better for years to come. Supplied as 3 x established plants in 9cm pots, ready to pot on or plant out.
Platycladus orientalis 'Aurea Nana' is a small but robust conifer, also known as Dwarf golden oriental thuja. The plant's height might be a mere 90cm (3'), but what it lacks in size, it more than makes up for in style: its bushy, green foliage has an attractive golden tint and gives off a subtle pine aroma. Thuja orientalis 'Aurea Nana' is a hardy and versatile tree, growing happily in all soil types. It is thus a great option for gardeners wishing to fill sunny rockeries or struggling with tricky conditions. Height: 90cm (3'). Spread: 90cm (3').
Towering stems and colossal blooms make these sensational tree lilies a sight to behold. The thick stems reach impossible heights, with virtually no staking.
If you enjoy a stir fry or a spicy kick to salads and sandwiches, then look no further than our Autumn Cropping Oriental Veg Mix.
Fill your summer garden with an explosion of tropical colour! Oriental Lilies are prized for their large, trumpet shaped flowers and powerful fragrance. The tall, sturdy stems are cloaked in dark green foliage creating the perfect contrast to their vibrant coloured blooms.
Lilies are without doubt one of the most striking and beautiful summer flowers, and the new and highly desirable Oriental Lily, 'Big News' is no exception. Boasting huge, extravagant blooms that are the most flawless, purest white with an incredibly rich, heady perfume, this is truly magnificent! The elegant, 20cm long white buds burst open into upward-facing, perfectly formed blooms that reach 30cm in diameter with gently arching, wavy petals. Stunning as cut flowers, making for bold, dramatic indoors displays, they also look fabulously decadent when grown in groups in large pots, and of course, they're perfectly at home in your beds and borders. Wherever you plant 'Big News' it'll be impossible to miss. Planted in spring or autumn, they'll return every year, bigger and better, and so easy to grow and care for, especially considering the amazing display that they give. Supplied as a collection of 20 bulbs ready for immediate planting.
Selected to create delicious cut and come again baby leaves or mature spicy greens. Perfect for authentic stir-fries or nutritious and unusual baby leaf salads. Contents:Chinese Mustard Giant Red (Brassica juncea) 350 SeedsChoy Sum Hon Tsai Tai (Brassica rapa) 300 SeedsMizuna Japanese Greens (Brassica rapa) 350 SeedsPak Choi Shanghai (Brassica rapa Chinensis) 150 SeedsSpinach Mustard Komatsuna (Brassica rapa Perviridis) 300 SeedsTatsoi Yukina Savoy (Brassica rapa Parachinensis) 300 SeedsA healthy patch of leafy greens in your garden is both wonderful to look at and helps maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eating a diet rich in leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, kale and broccoli helps keep a balanced diet thanks to their significant amounts of vitamins A and C and several minerals. Quick to grow and versatile in the kitchen, you can enjoy a plentiful harvest throughout the seasons. Characteristics:When to Sow: March-OctoberWhen To Harvest: April-NovemberPacket Contents: Average 1750 seeds of 6 varieties of leaves, each separately packedJohnsons' premium ranges of flower and vegetable packet seeds feature captivating flowers and authentic vegetables from around the world. No matter what the size of your growing space, either a spacious garden or a limited patio, the high quality of Johnsons' seeds cater for any needs.Explore more of our horticultural range; we have a wide selection of gardening essentials available from compost to plant pots Have a query or can't find something you're looking for? We receive new deliveries every week, so if the item you wish to purchase is currently out of stock, please contact our Customer Services Team and we may be able to reserve the items you require.Please note: Plants and seeds are classed as perishable goods and are excluded from our returns policy. This does not affect your statutory rights. See our Cancellation & Returns page for further details. In the unlikely event that you receive your goods damaged or you have been sent the incorrect item, please report your issues to our customer service team as soon as possible. Perishable goods cannot be returned unless we have sent the wrong item, or they are damaged.
This innovative blend will add oriental flavours, colours and textures to your salads. Niche Oriental Mixed is ideal for sowing in succession, to pick leaves as you need them. Can also be grown under glass during the winter months to provide a complete season of harvesting. Niche Oriental Mixed is ideal for containers on the patio. Featuring leaf Mustards, Golden Streaked and Red, Komatsuna, Mizuna and Sky Rocket
Oriental Mustards add tastes and textures to your mixed salads, sandwiches and garnishes and also stir fries. Sow regularly all the year round for a constant supply of 'salad leaves'. Pick the nutritious leaves of Oriental Mustards in under 30 days from sowing during summer months. Ideal in containers on the patio. Good source of provitamin A, vitamins C and K, and folate. CONTENTS: Mustards Red Giant, Red Feather and green frilled Pizzo