Want to grow flowers from seeds but worried it might be too hard? You’ll find many easy-to-grow flowers that can brighten your garden with little work.
Whether you have a large yard or a small balcony, these flowers like sunflowers and sweet peas will add color and life. With simple care, you can enjoy beautiful blooms season after season.
1. Zinnias
You can grow zinnias easily from seed, and they add bright colors like pink, orange, and red to your garden. These flowers do best in full sunlight and need little care once planted. Zinnias also bring pollinators such as bees and butterflies, which helps other plants nearby. Whether in a flower bed or a container, zinnias brighten your space and support a healthy garden environment.
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1 OZ PACKET (4,000+ SEEDS): This extra-large resealable packet contains 1 ounce of fresh Zinnia elegans seeds, enough to cover 75 square feet. This heirloom, Non-GMO California Giants mix delivers bold, bright colors perfect for mass plantings and large garden beds.
524 PREMIUM SEEDS – BRILLIANT COLOR, FAST GROWTH: This large pack includes 524 USA-packed, high-germination Zinnia Dahlia seeds that bloom into stunning double flowers in red, pink, orange, white, and more. Easy to grow, beginner-friendly, and perfect for bouquets, borders, and containers. Blooms in just weeks and lasts all summer!
Beautiful - Large premium packet of Polar Bear Zinnia (Zinnia elegans) Flower seeds. Lovely double zinnia with snowy white flowers that will bloom all summer long! These flowers add a lovely touch of white to your borders, flower beds, and floral arrangements. Minimum of 1 g per packet (about 150 seeds).
2. Marigolds
You’ll find marigolds easy to grow, especially in sunny areas where they can brighten your garden with orange flowers. They work well along borders or mixed in flower beds. Marigolds also help keep pests away naturally, so they protect your other plants while looking good. Adding marigolds gives you both color and a practical benefit without much effort on your part.
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Fast, reliable sprouting: These Marigolds plant seeds are easy to start indoors 4–6 weeks before frost or direct sow; Marigold seeds for planting outdoors & indoors germinate in 7–21 days at 65–80 °F, plant 1/4" deep. Ideal garden seeds for beginners.
Beautiful - Large premium packet of Crackerjack African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) seeds. Large bushy plant with a lively burst of gold and orange hues. Marigolds grow quickly from seed and bloom continuously summer through fall. This versatile flower also makes a great companion plant in your vegetable garden to repel pests. Enjoy outdoors in the garden or indoors as a cut flower. Minimum 750 mg (about 350 seeds).
Quantity: 750 seeds, packaged in a resealable bag, allowing for easy storage and ensuring the viability of the seeds for future planting seasons.
3. Sunflowers
You can grow sunflowers easily by planting seeds directly in your garden. These tall plants with bright yellow petals create a lively and cheerful look wherever they grow. Sunflowers also attract birds and helpful pollinators, which support your garden’s health. To get the best results, choose a sunny spot with good drainage. Your garden will benefit from both the beauty and the natural activity sunflowers bring.
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Beautiful - Large premium packet of Mammoth Sunflower (Helianthus var. ‘Mammoth’) seeds. These blooms grow up to 12 feet tall, creating cheerful summer displays for your outdoor space. These fast-growing flowers are easy to plant and care for - your family will enjoy watching these giants grow from seed to bloom! The seeds are open pollinated and can be saved to plant each year. You can also harvest and roast your own sunflower seeds! Minimum of 8g per packet (approximately 70 to 80 seeds).
40 SUNFLOWER SEEDS FOR ABUNDANT BLOOMS: Each pack contains 40 premium autumn beauty sunflower seeds that produce vibrant, multi-colored flowers. Perfect for creating stunning garden displays or sharing with fellow gardeners, these seeds ensure a long-lasting and colorful flower season.
Beautiful - Large premium packet of Lemon Queen Sunflower (Helianthus var. Lemon Queen) seeds. These sunflowers have pointed lemon-yellow petals with chocolate brown centers with 4-6in blooms. Growing a sunflower is also a great educational project for kids. Minimum of 1.5g per packet (about 43 seeds).
4. Growing Cosmos Flowers
You can easily grow cosmos from seeds in your garden or containers. These plants have soft, delicate petals in colors like pink, purple, and yellow. Their light, feathery leaves create a gentle look and help fill empty spaces in your garden. Cosmos blooms last a long time, making them great for adding a natural, relaxed style to your outdoor space.
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Extra large packet contains over 1 full ounce of pure live seeds (3,000+ seeds!) Enough to cover 75 square feet
EXTRA-LARGE 1 OZ PACKET WITH 15,000+ SEEDS: Each SunHaven Seeds pouch contains over 15,000 fresh, Non-GMO seeds. This mix covers 100-150 square feet, which is enough to plant a generous cut-flower garden with long-lasting color throughout the season.
Freshest Zinnia Seeds: Groundio zinnia seeds are sown directly into the garden after the last frost and are easy to grow, they require little care. Not heading can promote more flowering, We offer the freshest seeds to enhance the quality of your garden, we ensure a high germination rate, 99% pure live seed, no filler
5. Growing Nasturtiums in Your Garden
You can easily grow nasturtiums from seeds, even if your soil is not very rich. These flowers come in bright shades like orange, red, and yellow that will stand out in your garden. Their round green leaves provide a nice background for the colorful blooms. Both the leaves and flowers are safe to eat, adding an extra use beyond their looks. Nasturtiums fit well in gardens where low upkeep is important.
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African Marigold ‘Crackerjack’ mix is an heirloom that grows to 36 inches tall. The fluffy, carnation-like 4" flowers come in shades of gold, orange and yellow
Beautiful - Large premium packet of Crackerjack African Marigold (Tagetes erecta) seeds. Large bushy plant with a lively burst of gold and orange hues. Marigolds grow quickly from seed and bloom continuously summer through fall. This versatile flower also makes a great companion plant in your vegetable garden to repel pests. Enjoy outdoors in the garden or indoors as a cut flower. Minimum 750 mg (about 350 seeds).
6. Poppies
You can grow poppies easily from seeds, which quickly add color and charm to your garden. Their thin petals come in soft pink and bright orange shades that move gently in the breeze. Poppies bring a light and natural feel to your outdoor space, making them a great choice for gardens that aim to look wild or natural.
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Vibrant Sensation Mix Blooms: Annual Cosmos seeds produce tall cosmos flowers in white, pink, and red, growing up to 60 inches tall. Ideal cosmos seeds for planting outdoors in sunny flower garden and beds.
BRILLIANT COLORED BLOOMS: Fill your garden with airy, colorful blooms from the Cosmo Sensation Blend, featuring shades of purple, pink, and white that brighten beds, borders, and wildflower spaces. These fast-growing annual flowers thrive in full sun to partial shade and create abundant summer to fall color while attracting bees and butterflies.
Cosmos Seeds: Cosmos are fast-growing annuals, blooming from mid-summer until frost. They can reach heights of 3 to 6 feet, depending on the variety and growing conditions.
7. Calendula
You can easily grow calendula from seeds, making it a great choice for beginners. The flowers have bright orange petals that add a splash of color to your garden. Besides looking nice, calendula petals are edible and have soothing qualities. This makes the plant both pretty and useful for your outdoor space.
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Beautiful - Large premium packet of Mixed Sunflower seeds. Showy, brilliant Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) in a range of sizes, shapes, and colors. Multiple annual varieties in this pack for a giant explosion of color in your garden. Enjoy outside in the garden and indoors as cut flowers. Minimum of 7g per packet (about 70 seeds).
Flowers: Crazy Sunflower Blend includes 15+ varieties and several colors & bloom sizes, from red, orange, yellow and several bi-colors.
8. Growing Sweet Peas in Your Garden
You can easily grow sweet peas from seeds to add a soft touch of color and fragrance. These flowers climb well, making them ideal for fences, trellises, or arches. Their pastel shades bring a gentle charm, while their scent enhances your outdoor space without much effort on your part.
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9. Black-Eyed Susans
You can grow Black-Eyed Susans easily from seed, making them ideal for any gardener. Their bright yellow petals with dark centers add strong color to your garden spaces. These flowers bloom for a long time and need little care to stay healthy. Plant them to brighten borders or corners with bold, lasting color that requires minimal effort on your part.
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TOP-RATED TALL TRAILING MIX: Experience a versatile and original decorative mix of Nasturtiums. These high-ranking trailing vines are designed to create a "wow" factor for every garden visitor. A stunning blend of beauty and vigorous growth.
Variety: Jewel Mixed Nasturtium, scientifically known as Tropaeolum nanum, is a compact variety of nasturtium, ideal for small gardens, containers, or borders.
Nasturtium Seeds: Jewel Mixed Nasturtium, scientifically known as Tropaeolum nanum, is a compact variety of nasturtium, ideal for small gardens, containers, or borders.
10. Morning Glories
You will find morning glories simple to grow from seeds, making them a great choice for beginners. Their bright trumpet-shaped flowers often appear in shades of blue, standing out against rich green leaves. These vines climb easily, so you can use them to cover fences, trellises, or garden arches, adding height and color to your space.
The blossoms open early in the day, catching morning light and giving your garden a peaceful feel. Morning glories grow quickly but need warm weather, so planting after the last frost will help them thrive. Keep the soil moist but well-drained and provide a sunny spot for the best blooms.
Here’s a quick list of tips:
- Start seeds indoors if you live where it’s still cold
- Plant in full sun for vibrant flowers
- Use supports for the vines to climb
- Water regularly but avoid soggy soil
With just a bit of care, you can enjoy fresh, colorful blooms for months.
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Colorful Flowers: These compact annuals produce vibrant semi-double to double blooms in a stunning array of red, yellow, orange, and gold, adding bold color to any garden.
High Germination Rate: Soak dwarf nasturtium seeds overnight to reach up to 90% germination in 10-12 days at 60-65°F; flowers seeds are hardy in USDA 1-12 for gardens, window boxes & hanging baskets.
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