Nempphila Baby Blue Eyes Mixed seeds 1g best before 12/2026

Baby Blue Eyes Mixed Seeds

Create a carpet of delicate colour with Baby Blue Eyes Mixed (Nemophila spp.). This charming annual produces masses of dainty cup-shaped flowers in shades of sky blue, white, deep purple and almost black, creating a beautiful display from early summer through to autumn. Its compact, slightly trailing habit makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, ground cover, hanging baskets, containers and window boxes. Easy to grow and loved by pollinators, Baby Blue Eyes is an excellent choice for gardeners of all experience levels.

Product Features

• Beautiful mix of blue, white, purple and near-black flowers
• Compact, slightly trailing growth habit
• Excellent for borders, containers, hanging baskets and ground cover
• Long flowering season from summer into early autumn
• Easy to grow and ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Nemophila spp.
• Common Name: Baby Blue Eyes Mixed
• Plant Type: Hardy annual
• Height: Approximately 15 cm
• Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade

Growing Information

When to Sow

• Direct Outdoors: April – May

How to Sow

Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep directly into finely prepared soil. Keep the soil evenly moist during germination. Thin seedlings if necessary to provide adequate space for healthy growth.

Spacing

Allow 20–30 cm between plants to create attractive, dense flowering clumps.

Flowering

Flowers appear from June to September, providing months of vibrant colour throughout the summer.

Growing Tips

• Grow in well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
• Choose a sunny or partially shaded position.
• Water regularly during dry periods.
• Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
• Suitable for direct sowing where the plants are to flower.

Garden Uses

Baby Blue Eyes Mixed is perfect for borders, edging, cottage gardens, rockeries, containers, hanging baskets and window boxes. Its low-growing habit also makes it an excellent flowering ground cover, while its nectar-rich blooms help attract bees, butterflies and other beneficial pollinators.

Why You’ll Love It

Baby Blue Eyes Mixed is an easy-to-grow annual that quickly fills the garden with a tapestry of soft, colourful blooms. Its compact habit, extended flowering season and pollinator-friendly flowers make it a wonderful addition to any summer garden.