Linaria Fairy Bouquet Mix
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Description
Linaria maroccana 'Fairy Bouquet' Toadflax / Mini Snapdragon 'Fairy Bouquet'
A rainbow in weeks — masses of tiny snapdragon-like flowers in every conceivable cottage colour (cream, yellow, pink, rose, purple, magenta, white, even bicolours) on slender wiry stems above narrow grey-green foliage. Linaria 'Fairy Bouquet' is the fastest-flowering hardy annual you can sow, providing a riot of bee-friendly colour just 8–10 weeks from seed.
If you want guaranteed quick results from a packet of seed, Linaria 'Fairy Bouquet' is one of the most satisfying. The plant produces masses of tiny snapdragon-like flowers (each just 1–2cm) in an extraordinary range of colours — cream, yellow, pink, rose, magenta, purple, white, often with contrasting throat markings — all on slim wiry stems that move airily in summer breezes. The plants reach just 25–35cm and form quietly tidy mounds that are particularly outstanding at the front of cottage borders, in containers, and in beginner gardens where reliability and speed build confidence. Hardy annual flowering July through September. RHS Plants for Pollinators recognised — particularly valued by short-tongued bees, hoverflies and small solitary pollinators. Self-seeds politely.
A note on growing
Linaria is genuinely one of the easiest seeds in the catalogue. Direct sow outdoors from April to June, or in September for an earlier display the following year. Surface-sow or barely cover — Linaria seeds need light to germinate. Germination is rapid (10–14 days at 15–20°C). Full sun, in average to lean well-drained soil. The plant prefers poor ground over rich — too much fertility produces lush foliage and fewer flowers. Self-seeds reliably; volunteer seedlings appear in subsequent years and largely retain the colour mix.
To extend flowering, shear the plants back by half once the first flush begins to decline — this triggers a second wave of bloom that continues through to autumn.
Where it shines
At the front of cottage borders, in patio containers, in window boxes, in cracks between paving — Linaria 'Fairy Bouquet' is the small flowering plant that fits everywhere. As a beginner's seed for guaranteed first-year success. In children's gardens, where the rapid germination and bright colour mix make every sowing a celebration. In wildlife gardens, where the small accessible flowers support short-tongued pollinators throughout the season.
Plant alongside
For a compact cottage container scheme, combine 'Fairy Bouquet' with Alyssum 'Carpet of Snow' (matching honey-scented neutral white) and Calendula 'Oopsy Daisy' (bicolour cottage cheer) for an all-edible, all-pollinator-friendly trio. At the front of borders, pair with Erigeron karvinskianus 'Profusion' for the cascading wall-daisy effect. For paving-crack planting, with Gypsophila 'Rosea' (matching tumbling habit).
Delivery
The seeds will be dispatched direct to you by Bishy Barnabees. Please allow up to 5 days for delivery.
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