Cornflower, is a charming, easy-to-grow annual treasured for its vivid blue, delicately fringed flowers.

There was also a gentler kind of magic in Calendula, rooted in the old stories people told about the natural world. A traditional favourite in kitchen and cottage gardens, it attracts pollinators, tolerates cooler weather, and often blooms from spring through autumn.

The day lily still blooms where old gardens once stood. Discover the history, resilience, and simple care of this enduring heirloom perennial.

Whether you’re celebrating a January birthday or just love their beauty, carnations are a beautiful choice for your arrangements!