Organic flower seeds

Native to the open, sunny prairies of North America, wild bergamot (Monarda fistula) is a native perennial distinguished by its bushy habit, ruffled flowers, and aromatic foliage. Its nectar-rich, lavender-pink to purplish-pink flower clusters attract a profusion of pollinators: bees, butterflies, hummingbirds—all find in it a faithful ally.

Perfectly hardy to zone 3, it thrives in well-drained soils that retain some moisture, while also tolerating occasional drought. Less susceptible to powdery mildew than its cousin Monarda didyma, it is particularly well-suited to sunny, natural spaces where it can flourish freely, whether in a meadow corner or a mixed garden. To prevent it from spreading too vigorously, it is best planted alongside other plants with a strong, assertive character.

Its presence enriches the soil, the view and biodiversity, gracefully embodying the spirit of a culture rooted in the rhythm of life.

Native to North America, Monarda, also known as bergamot, is a plant with a bold charm that brightens gardens with its vibrant flowers. The Panorama mix brings together several brilliant hues that dance together in the summer sun.

This variety is distinguished by its bushy habit and abundant flowering, attracting a myriad of pollinators—bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects—with whom it shares its generous nectar. Ideal for mass plantings or borders, Monarda Panorama brings a wild and joyful touch that lives in harmony with the rhythms of an eco-friendly garden, inviting contemplation and respect for biodiversity.

Chinese forget-me-not is a particularly floriferous annual, prized for its abundant and prolonged flowering. It produces a multitude of tiny indigo-blue flowers, gathered in airy clusters that rise above soft, discreet grey-green foliage.

The plant has a uniform and well-structured habit, with sturdy stems capable of supporting continuous flowering. It grows rapidly and can exceed 45 cm in height under favorable conditions. This vigor, combined with its great adaptability, makes it an excellent candidate for flower beds, borders, as well as for cultivation in containers and planters.

In the garden, the Chinese forget-me-not is tolerant and adaptable. It thrives in both full sun and partial shade, where it continues to flower profusely. Its blooms extend from spring until the end of summer, providing a constant and colorful presence in landscaping.

In the ecumene, the Chinese forget-me-not is perceived as a plant of continuity and delicacy. It accompanies the season over the long term, attracting pollinators while bringing a touch of lightness and constancy to the flower garden.

Native to East Asia, the pink Chinese forget-me-not gently brightens shady gardens with its small pink flowers, which are rarer than the traditional blue forget-me-nots. This elegant variety brings a touch of poetry and softness to woodland areas and cool flowerbeds.

In the garden, it is particularly generous from spring onwards, unfurling its flowering carpet which attracts numerous small pollinators. Its low and spreading habit makes it an ideal plant for filling shady borders or for creating a flowering ground cover.

The pink Chinese forget-me-not embodies discretion and finesse, its light bloom seeming to caress the most secret corners of the living garden, thus contributing to the richness and biodiversity of plant living spaces.

Native to South America, jasmine-flowered tobacco ( Nicotiana alata ) first became famous as an ornamental plant, cultivated for its small, trumpet-shaped flowers, often white and pleasantly fragrant. In a vibrant garden, it easily finds its place at the edge or in the heart of flowerbeds, where its summer blooms accompany the cycle of the seasons.

Its soft green foliage beautifully complements the star-shaped flowers, which release their fragrance especially in the late afternoon and evening, reminiscent of the sweet notes of jasmine. In a diverse, nutrient-rich garden, this ornamental tobacco provides a discreet yet constant presence, harmonizing with the other plants. Its careful cultivation from seed is part of an age-old tradition that connects the gardener to nature, year after year.

Native to the Americas and long cultivated by many Indigenous nations, Petit Canadien tobacco ( Nicotiana rustica ) is one of those plants that tells an ancient story of the relationship between humans and the garden. Introduced very early to the countryside here, it was long cultivated as a hardy tobacco, adapted to shorter growing seasons and poor soils.

In the garden, it's a compact and vigorous plant with an upright habit, forming a beautiful clump of green foliage. Its sturdy stems support broad, abundant leaves and discreet flowers, characteristic of Tabac rustica. In a living garden that respects the cycle of the seasons, it naturally finds its place within a diverse, edible space, as an ornamental companion plant or a traditional addition to the garden.

A companion to a harmonious garden, Petit Canadien tobacco invites us to reconnect with an age-old practice of respectful cultivation. Its structuring presence brings a beautiful consistency to the vegetable garden or biodiversity garden, where it helps create that intimate garden space that we observe day after day.

In many Indigenous traditions of the Americas, sacred tobacco—often called Nicotiengà —is not just another plant: it is a presence, a living link between humans, the land, and the spirits. Native to the Americas, rustic tobacco ( Nicotiana rustica ) is an ancient variety with a high nicotine content, traditionally cultivated with intention and respect.

In the garden, it forms an elegant silhouette , with large oval leaves and discreet yellow flowers. It is often given a quiet corner , away from cultivated crops, in a harmonious space conducive to contemplation and reflection. Its ample form and vigorous growth make it a unique companion plant, grown for what it evokes rather than for what it yields.

Sown in late spring, after the risk of frost has passed, sacred tobacco requires little maintenance , other than well-drained soil, plenty of sunshine, and a clear intention. It fits perfectly into a vegetable garden that respects life and tradition, serving as a poignant reminder of the bonds that unite people with their sacred plants.

'Virginia Gold' nicotine is a traditional variety of blond tobacco, known for its large golden leaves and slender growth habit. It forms a vigorous and upright plant.

In the garden, Virginia Gold develops a rosette of large, supple leaves that gradually turn from light green to golden yellow at maturity. Its imposing stature and abundant foliage make it a striking, almost architectural plant that naturally draws the eye.

In the ecumene, this variety is approached primarily as a plant of observation and know-how .

The Rainbow Loveliness carnation is a charming perennial, a member of the Dianthus plumarius family, that evokes both the elegance of old-fashioned gardens and the vibrancy of sunny rockeries. Its fine, bluish leaves form a compact, evergreen clump, topped with airy blooms in soft, changing hues: pale pink, lilac, purple, or white, sometimes adorned with subtle two-tone gradients.

The flowers, with their delicately fringed petals like lace, create a light and romantic mist effect that attracts both the eye and the nose. Their delicate fragrance, both floral and slightly spicy, perfumes the warm end of the day.

Adapted to dry, well-drained soils and sunny locations, this carnation is quite heat-resistant and naturally finds its place in rock gardens, flowering slopes, or neat borders. It offers a delicate display throughout the seasons and proves a faithful ally for gardeners who cultivate subtle detail and a touch of poetry in the garden.

Native to the temperate regions of Eurasia, common oregano ( Origanum vulgare ) is one of those companion plants that naturally find their place in living gardens. At Jardins de l'écoumène, it is presented as a hardy perennial, ideal for borders and dry corners of the vegetable garden or herb garden, where its aromatic green foliage forms dense and inviting clumps.

In the garden, oregano establishes itself with remarkable consistency: once rooted in well-drained soil and a sunny location, it faithfully returns year after year. Its summer blooms, with small pink to purplish flowers, attract numerous pollinators and contribute to the garden's vibrancy in harmony with the cycle of the seasons. It is a reliable plant, both decorative and edible, whose fragrant presence complements the age-old practices of harvesting and drying herbs.

Greek oregano is renowned as the most flavorful of all oregano varieties. It forms a compact, well-structured plant, producing intensely fragrant leaves with a flavor far superior to that of common oregano. Its distinct and warm aroma makes it an essential plant for any herb garden.

It is easily distinguished by its always white flowers and by its stems, which are redder than those of the species from which it originates. The discreet yet elegant flowering attracts pollinators while keeping the plant's energy concentrated in the foliage.

In the garden, Greek oregano is very hardy, tolerating winters down to zone 3. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and grows best in light, well-drained, and preferably calcareous soil. Once established, it is very drought-tolerant and requires little maintenance. As with many aromatic plants, overly rich soil can diminish the intensity of its flavor.

In the ecumene, Greek oregano is perceived as a plant of character and restraint. It reminds us that the most powerful aromas often arise from simple, well-balanced conditions, where the plant can fully express its nature.

The flat-leaved sea holly, Eryngium planum , is an umbellifer native to Eurasia that has naturally found its place in dry gardens and wildflower meadows. Its upright, rigid stems, topped with steel-blue umbels, give it a slightly wild, almost mineral appearance that contrasts with the softer foliage of neighboring perennials.

In the garden, it thrives in poor, well-drained soils, where it establishes itself without any particular requirements once rooted. Its summer blooms attract numerous pollinating insects, contributing to the vitality of a harmonious garden. It is an ideal companion plant for dry, sunny spots, where its architectural form and long-lasting flower clusters offer a welcome presence throughout the seasons.

Dyer's woad , or Isatis tinctoria , has been used for centuries in the age-old art of plant dyeing. Long before the arrival of tropical indigo in Europe, its leaves provided the deep blue hue for fabrics, particularly in temperate regions. In a thriving garden, it first appears as a rosette of bluish-green leaves close to the ground, then, in its second year, it grows into a tall, branching stem adorned with small yellow flowers.

Planted in suitable soil, it forms a robust yet discreet presence. Its delicate flowering blends seamlessly into a kitchen garden or a quiet corner reserved for useful plants. Its cyclical nature perfectly illustrates the gardener's rooted approach: observing its rosette in the first year, nurturing its flowering in the second, and allowing a few seeds to ripen, thus continuing the connection with nature throughout the seasons.

Native to Central and Eastern Europe, this annual poppy embodies rustic delicacy in any edible garden or flower border. Its large, crinkled flowers, ranging from pale pink to red to white, unfurl like shards of silk in the breeze. Their appearance varies subtly, influenced by the natural whims of open pollination.

The 'Amphora' poppy gets its name from its elegant seed capsules, shaped like miniature amphorae, which remain tightly closed until ripe. This characteristic makes it a reliable and easy-to-harvest variety for seed enthusiasts. A low-maintenance plant, it prefers well-drained soil and sunny spots, and fits naturally into a vibrant, minimalist, and colorful garden design.

Under the evocative name Food Not Lawns – Remix , this poppy mix finds its natural place in a bountiful, productive garden. The delicate, silky poppy flowers sway in the breeze, marking the rhythm of the seasons with their colorful blooms. Their presence brings a touch of lightness to both vegetable gardens and flowerbeds, in a living garden approach that embraces diversity.

In welcoming, well-drained soil, poppies quietly make their way to the top, creating vibrant little scenes day by day. Once established, they require little but offer much: consistent flowering, a graceful silhouette, and a unique way of evoking the simplicity of traditional direct sowing in the garden. They integrate naturally into any harmonious space, whether it be a vegetable patch, a border, or a more natural corner, and contribute to the creation of a rich and diverse ecosystem.

The wild pansy, Viola tricolor , is a small companion to meadows, embankments, and natural gardens of temperate Eurasia. It is often found where the soil remains welcoming, neither overworked nor too poor, like a discreet presence accompanying the cycle of the seasons. Its small, tricolored flowers, in shades of violet, yellow, and white depending on the form, give the garden the feel of a tranquil corner where life moves freely.

In a harmonious garden, the wild pansy thrives wherever it's given a little space: at the base of perennials, in natural borders, or in tolerant lawns. It forms low clumps with finely cut foliage and delicate flowers that bloom from spring to autumn, depending on the conditions. It's a reliable plant, unassuming yet tenacious, well-suited to an approach of respectful gardening, where observation precedes action and every little flower plays its part in the ecosystem.

This enchanting mix of annual phlox ( Phlox drummondii ) offers a true floral kaleidoscope: pastel flowers with a raspberry eye, pure white delicately centered with pale pink, graphic mauve and white stars, and soft pink tones, all brought together in a single floral score.

Each plant thrives in a compact, bushy habit, carpeting the ground with delicate, nectar-rich flowers. Sown in borders, rock gardens, or sunny planters, they transform every corner into a colorful and joyful scene. Their abundant and prolonged flowering attracts bees, butterflies, and admiring glances throughout the summer.

In a living garden, they find their place alongside wildflowers and flowering vegetables, supporting the ecosystem while adding a playful and poetic charm.

The Pink Dandelion is an ornamental form of dandelion with soft pink flower heads, related to the wild dandelions that have long dotted meadows and paths. Belonging to the genus Taraxacum , widely distributed in the Northern Hemisphere, it brings a touch of gentle color to the ecological garden, while retaining the hardiness and remarkable adaptability of dandelions.

In the garden, its low-growing rosette shape allows slender flower stalks to emerge from the heart of the foliage, bearing simple, luminous pastel-pink flowers. Its presence blends naturally into a vibrant garden: borders, wildflower meadows, and harmonious vegetable patches. Easy to grow, it self-seeds moderately and remains a discreet yet faithful companion plant, contributing to the diversity of the soil and the daily pleasure of observing the changing seasons.

The China aster , also known as the queen aster, is an upright, bushy, fast-growing annual prized for its abundant blooms and high ornamental value. Native to China, it thrives in both cultivated fields and wastelands, which explains its hardiness and adaptability.

This mixed variety offers a harmonious palette of colors, ranging from white to pink, including shades of apricot. The flowers recall the classic shape of daisies, with a yellow center surrounded by radiating florets, while also displaying a richness of texture characteristic of modern horticultural selections.

In the garden, the China aster stands out for its late flowering, which extends from mid-August until October. It thus becomes a key plant for maintaining the visual interest of the vegetable garden and flowerbeds when many summer flowers are fading. Its flowering continues until the first frosts, offering valuable continuity at the end of the season.

The Arikara sunflower is an old variety of Helianthus annuus associated with the Arikara people, who settled in the Great Plains of North America. In an ecological garden, it evokes both the ancestral act of sowing for food and the simple joy of watching, day after day, the large flower heads follow the sun's path.

This variety is distinguished by its imposing stature and typical sunflower flowers, which dominate the vegetable garden and provide a bright marker in the cycle of the seasons. The abundant seeds serve as valuable food, both for the table and for the birds that visit the living garden.

Placed on the edge of a vegetable garden or in a quiet corner, the Arikara sunflower quickly becomes a benevolent presence: it structures the space, shelters small useful fauna and participates in this harmonious garden where each plant finds its place in a rooted and respectful approach to life.