Cut flower

Wallflower

Spring perfume on a budget — biennial spires in spice colours.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Low

Soil

Well-drained, alkaline

Difficulty

Very easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Ornamental

Lifecycle

Biennial

Hardiness

Hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks heritage wallflower varieties suited to London's cool climate and alkaline soils.

Crocus

Offers terracotta and clay pots ideal for wallflowers' well-draining requirements in wet winters.

Amazon UK

Supplies sturdy hand tools for deadheading and soil preparation wallflowers need annually.