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Seasonal Spotlight - Autumn in the Cottage Garden
Seeds to Sow Now
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Dried Flowers
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Autumnal Scents
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Gifts & Crafts
Shop Collection"You can't buy happiness, but you can buy seeds, and that's pretty much the same thing."
Flower Collections
Flower FAQs
What is an annual flower?
An annual is a plant that germinate, grow, flower and set seed in one year. Hardy Annuals can withstand cold temperatures and be sown in the autumn or the spring. Half Hardy Annuals cannot tolerate the cold or frosts, therefore need to be sown in the spring.
What is a biennial flower?
A biennial is a plant that you sow one year and they flower the following year
what is a perennial flower?
A perennial is a plant that lives for more than 2 years and regrows each spring.
What is a bishy barnabee?
A bishy barnabee, is a Norfolk colloquial term for a gardeners best friend, the humble Ladybird!
For the Home
"Gardening:
Cheaper than therapy, and you get flowers."
Little Box of Delights
Big Box of Delights
"I grow plants for many reasons: to please my soul, to challenge the elements or to challenge my patience, for novelty, or for nostalgia, but mostly for the joy in seeing them grow."
– David Hobson
Sowing Calendar
"To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow."
– Audrey Hepburn
Fresh from the Barn
As the autumn mist settles over our Norfolk garden, we’ve been busy gathering our latest creations. This collection is a celebration of the season's quiet beauty—from brand new seeds patiently waiting for next year's spring, to comforting home fragrances perfect for crisp evenings, and unique crafts inspired by the harvest. Discover the treasures we've just unveiled.
A Shower of Petals, Straight from Our Flower Farm
Make your magical moment truly unforgettable with a flutter of natural petals. Each flower is sown, grown, and harvested by hand right here at our flower farm in Norfolk, before being gently dried in our old barn to preserve its beautiful colour. As a breathtaking and eco-friendly alternative to traditional confetti, it's the perfect way to celebrate kindly. Packed with love into recyclable glassine bags, our confetti is ready to bring a touch of cottage garden charm to your big day.
Shipping and Packaging FAQs
What countries do you ship to?
We currently send our cottage garden goodies to all addresses within the United Kingdom, including Northern Ireland. So, whether you're in Lands End or the Scottish Highlands, we can get a parcel of floral happiness to your door! We hope to offer international shipping in the future, so do watch this space.
Ordering from Northern Ireland, please read
If you are placing an order from Northern Ireland, please be aware that it is your responsibility to check your local import regulations. We cannot be responsible for any items held or confiscated by your country's customs, nor for any resulting duties or taxes. If your country has a package value limit, please ensure your order stays within this threshold, or place separate orders to comply.
is our packaging eco friendly?
Absolutely. As gardeners, we care deeply about the earth, which is why your order arrives in packaging that can return to it. We use recyclable materials and compostable options, including our charming glassine bags and fillings, to ensure your delivery is as kind to the planet as possible.
Let customers speak for us
Hollyhock Nigra
Seeds germinated within a week of sewing. Very pleased with the quality. The shop is lovely to navigate, prices are very reasonable and overall service is 100%.
I am definitely a satisfied customer and have been back and bought more seeds
great seeds
Love the seeds from Bishy B - great selection. Lovely packaging and fast delivery. Melanie is lovely - thank you
Seeds
Excellent germination and such a good little company to buy from 😊
The seeds have germinated perfectly, first time with dahlias so very pleased 😀
Love it
All seeds are growing beautifully. I bought seeds from other BIG flower company, only 3 growing from 30. So I'll buy my seeds here in the future
Seed order
My seed order was packed well and arrived swiftly..
Iv just planted the seeds out and I’m hopeful for a lovely display next year
Excellent seeds, speedy delivery
All my seeds
I have ordered many seeds from this website, the delivery is reasonable and so are the seeds. I get fantastic germination and am no expert. I have tried other seed companies and nothing compares. This is a very safe bet and one that you won’t regret.
Statice seeds
Completely a beginner but they have germinated after a couple of days and seedlings seem to be coming along nicely, very healthy and happy little plants … seeds came in addition to sow a long package and all beautifully presented … will be a repeat customer
Wax melts
These were gorgeous . Presents for both my mum and daughter and they loved them! They smelt fabulous. Thank you 😊
Amazing quality
I’ve made 3 orders with bishy barnabees cottage garden so far (spending between £20-30 each time) and every time the seeds have been dispatched quickly. For a small business getting my order within a week is excellent! Ive had amazing rate of germination on every species of seed I’ve sown. The young plants are all healthy and look likely to become healthy adult plants by summer. I’ve interacted with the owner on social media too and can honestly say she’s lovely!
Corncockle Bianca
Last year I grew lots of fantastic corncockle, but this will be the first time I've tried Bianca.
There's always so many amazing seeds/flowers to choose from at Bishybarnabees Cottage Garden. Delivered swiftly and hugely successful germination 🌱🥰🌱
Dahlia Bishop’s Children’s Mix
Sowed the Dahlia Seeds last week - (in a suitable Pot on the Kitchen Window Sill - which serves as my greenhouse) the sturdy little Dahlia seeds were through in two days and are looking very healthy and happy! Obviously very fresh seeds in the packet.
Wax melts
The Sanctuary wax melts have a lovely spa fragrance that lasts for ages. Loved them so much I ordered more. I haven't tried the lemon and ginger yet. Excellent quality and service.
Clary Sage Oxford Blue Seeds
Beautifully packaged & illustrated. Will be planted next year and I’m confident they will germinate easily as Bishy Barnabee’s Cottage Garden Seeds are reliable.
