For mixed collections, the blister packs or "mini-greenhouses" will have a label on the outside, listing the individual varieties inside, and referring to the embossed "A, B, C" etc. on each cell of the packaging.

Unpack plugs immediately, and stand them in water for an hour. They may be slightly dry, or look a bit yellow - this is quite normal after they've been in the dark for a couple of days, and they'll quickly recover. Put them somewhere light, airy and not too hot or cold, to help them acclimatise to life outside the greenhouse.

When potting on ("pricking out"), handle plugs carefully - even though they're tougher than they look! For small plug plants in trays, push them out using a suitable small instrument through the hole in the bottom of each cell - e.g. a "dibber" or a pencil. Pot on using our Windowsill Planters or Shuttle Trays with 9 cm pots, using good multipurpose compost like our Premium Professional mix. This will allow them to grow healthy root balls before you plant them out. Give your plants a good water initially, then only when the top compost starts to dry. They don't like to be left in standing water.

If planting directly in to flower beds, prepare the ground well, removing weeds and digging in some compost or well-rotted manure if your soil is not already rich. For beds, borders and containers, plant your plugs approx. 20 cm (8") apart to allow them room to grow. We recommend using our Easy Fill Hanging Baskets for the very best hanging basket displays. Plant 1 grown on plant through each planting hole, using good quality compost and our excellent SwellGel & Feed. A full video planting guide is available on our website Feed using a high-potash feed such as Blooming fast Superior soluble food, to encourage flowering. Dead-head when flowers fade to encourage more flowers.

Important: Only plant out spring bedding after the last frosts - e.g. late April/early May