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RHS Flowers for Drought Resistance Seed Collection 6 Heat Tolerant Varieties

Grow 6 heat tolerant flower varieties selected by RHS experts for dry, sunny gardens and low maintenance summer displays.

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Grow vibrant colour even in dry conditions with the Mr Fothergill’s RHS Flowers for Drought Resistance Seed Collection. Carefully curated by RHS experts, this collection brings together 6 flower varieties selected to perform reliably in hot, sunny and low rainfall conditions across UK gardens.

Designed for gardeners looking to reduce watering while maintaining visual impact, these hardy annuals and perennials thrive in free draining soils and full sun positions. They provide bold colour, varied flower forms and strong structural interest throughout the summer months.

Amaranthus Love Lies Bleeding produces dramatic cascading tassels on tall stems. Calendula Geisha Girl offers bright double blooms that flower freely. California Poppy Golden Values delivers vibrant cup shaped flowers above delicate foliage. Eryngium planum adds architectural structure with striking blue tones. Gazania Sunshine Mixed produces bold sun loving blooms ideal for bright borders. Mesembryanthemum Harlequin Mixed forms low growing carpets of colour well suited to hot, exposed areas.

As part of the RHS seed range produced by Mr Fothergill’s Seeds, each variety is selected for dependable germination and reliable flowering performance. Seeds are individually packed, allowing you to sow in stages and create long lasting displays throughout the season.

If you are planning a low maintenance garden scheme that copes well with dry spells, this collection offers colour, resilience and seasonal impact.

6 individual flower seed packets, separately packed within the RHS Flowers for Drought Resistance Collection:

Amaranthus Love Lies Bleeding
Approximately 750 seeds
Dramatic cascading flower tassels on tall plants for bold summer displays.

Calendula Geisha Girl
Approximately 75 seeds
Bright double blooms that flower freely in sunny positions.

California Poppy Golden Values
Approximately 250 seeds
Reliable, vibrant cup shaped flowers suited to dry soils.

Eryngium planum
Approximately 15 seeds
Architectural blue toned flowers providing structure and contrast.

Gazania Sunshine Mixed
Approximately 20 seeds
Sun loving blooms ideal for hot, exposed borders.

Mesembryanthemum Harlequin Mixed
Approximately 1000 seeds
Low growing, heat tolerant plants forming vivid carpets of colour.

Total approximate seed count across varieties 2110 seeds.

  • Curated collection of 6 drought tolerant flower varieties
  • Selected by RHS experts for reliable garden performance
  • Suitable for hot, sunny and free draining positions
  • Ideal for low maintenance and water conscious gardening
  • Separate seed packs for flexible sowing and succession planting
  • Total approximate seed count across varieties 2110 seeds

Key Use Cases

  • Creating low maintenance summer borders
  • Planting sun exposed beds and gravel gardens
  • Reducing watering requirements in dry conditions
  • Designing heat tolerant seasonal displays
  • Adding architectural and bold colour to sunny spaces

General Sowing Guidance

Sow hardy annuals outdoors from March onwards depending on weather conditions

Sow half hardy varieties indoors from February to April

Harden off seedlings before planting out after risk of frost

Plant in well drained soil in a sunny position

Refer to individual packets for full sowing and flowering instructions

At Allotmate Essentials, we love how this collection supports beautiful planting without constant watering. The varieties are selected to cope confidently with hot spells while still delivering strong colour and garden presence.

It is ideal for gardeners who want a resilient planting scheme that performs through dry summers. With a mix of bold forms, architectural interest and vibrant tones, this collection makes water wise gardening both practical and visually rewarding.

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About Mr Fothergill's

Mr Fothergill's is a much loved British seed brand with a simple belief at its heart, gardening has the power to enrich everyday life and deepen our connection with nature. What began in 1978 in the converted stable block of Lillie Langtry’s former Newmarket home has grown into one of the most trusted names in seeds and plants, with a reputation built on quality, innovation and genuine care for gardeners.

From its home in Kentford, Newmarket, the company has evolved from a small family business into a modern seed specialist, with purpose built offices, a seed testing laboratory, packing and storage facilities, and extensive trial grounds and growing sites. Every season, seeds and plants are carefully selected, tested and packed so that gardeners in the UK and in more than 30 countries can sow with confidence.

For over 40 years, Mr Fothergill’s has supplied garden centres, shops and home gardeners with an extensive range of vegetable and flower seeds, young plants and useful gardening essentials. Whether you are working with a balcony, courtyard, back garden or full allotment, and whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned grower, the brand’s aim is the same, to inspire you, to offer reliable products at great value, and to give you the confidence to grow a beautiful space and delicious homegrown food.

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