Self-sowers or self-seeding plants are a delightful and natural phenomenon. As the name suggests, self-sowers reproduce without human intervention, allowing new plants to emerge and grow in different areas of the garden each year. They contribute to the naturalistic and ever-evolving character of the landscape, creating a sense of continuity and renewal, whilst adding an element of spontaneity.
One of the joys of self-seeding plants is the ease with which they propagate themselves. Once established, they require minimal effort from the gardener, as they can self-regulate and find suitable growing conditions on their own.
At Greenwood Gardens, we embrace our collection of self-sowers. From the boldly delicate blooms of poppies to the soothing frilliness of love-in-a-mist (Nigella), these self-seeding plants contribute to the garden’s evolving beauty throughout the season.
Here are some of the self-seeders we celebrate at Greenwood and where you can find them: