Whether it's a cocktail or a mocktail, its Happy Hour, and these recipes are definitely something to celebrate. 

Welcome to Pretty Seedy Garden, where we believe gardening should be a little less complicated and a whole lot more fun.

Our Happy Hour Seed Collection was created for gardeners who want to grow something delicious, beautiful, and just a little unexpected.

We're talking refreshing cucumbers, aromatic herbs, edible flowers, and enough garden personality to make your neighbors wonder what's growing over there.

And the best part? You don't need a sprawling homestead or a degree in horticulture. Just a few pots, some sunshine, and a willingness to get a little seedy.

Meet Your Happy Hour Garden

Before we start mixing drinks, let's meet the four stars of the show.

Lemon Cucumber: Don't let the name fool you! These adorable little yellow cucumbers don't taste like lemons. They're crisp, mild, and refreshing, making them perfect for cocktails, salsas, and summer snacks.

Lime Basil: A fragrant basil variety with a bright, citrusy aroma. Think traditional basil went on a tropical vacation and came back with a new personality.

 Lemon Mint: Lemon mint (Monarda citriodora) brings a lovely herbal, citrusy character to your garden. Despite its name, it isn't the same plant as the spearmint commonly used in mojitos. Its flavor can be more assertive, so start with a little and adjust to taste.

 Nasturtiums: The overachievers of edible flowers. Beautiful blooms, peppery leaves, and a garden full of personality. Use the edible flowers as a garnish or add the leaves to salads and appetizers.

Now, who's thirsty?

1. The Seedy Spritz 

Refreshing, light, and suspiciously easy to drink.

Ingredients — 1 serving

• ½ lemon cucumber, sliced
• 4 lime basil leaves
• 3 small lemon mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Sparkling water
• Ice
• Make it a cocktail by adding 1½ ounces gin or vodka

Let's get seedy:

1. Add cucumber, basil, mint, and lime juice to a glass.
2. Gently muddle to release the flavors.
3. Add ice and your optional spirit.
4. Top with sparkling water and give it a stir.
5. Garnish with a cucumber slice.

Garden tip: Lightly muddle the herbs rather than shredding them. A gentle touch releases their aroma without making the drink overly bitter.

2. The Dirty Gardener 

Because sometimes getting dirty is half the fun.

This botanical cocktail combines the crisp sweetness of garden-fresh cucumber with the citrusy fragrance of lime basil.

Ingredients — 1 serving

• ¾ ounce fresh lime juice
• ½ ounce simple syrup
• 3 lemon cucumber slices
• 3 lime basil leaves
• Ice
• 1 edible nasturtium flower for garnish
• Make it a cocktail and add 2 ounces gin

Let's get dirty:

1. Muddle cucumber and lime basil in a cocktail shaker.
2. Add optional gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice.
3. Shake until chilled.
4. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
5. Garnish with a nasturtium flower.

Make it a mocktail: Replace gin with chilled sparkling water, added after shaking and straining.

3. The Cucumber Cabana 

Your garden called. It booked you a vacation.

Sweet pineapple, garden cucumbers, and fragrant lemon mint turn an ordinary afternoon into something that feels a little more tropical.

Ingredients — 1 serving

• ½ lemon cucumber, sliced
• 4 small lemon mint leaves
• 2 ounces pineapple juice
• ½ ounce fresh lime juice
• 2 ounces sparkling water
• Ice
• Make it a cocktail by adding 1½ ounces white rum

Let's escape:

1. Gently muddle cucumber and lemon mint with the lime juice.
2. Add pineapple juice and optional rum.
3. Fill with ice.
4. Top with sparkling water.
5. Garnish with cucumber and mint.

Garden tip: Lemon mint can have a stronger flavor than conventional cocktail mint. Begin with two leaves if you prefer a subtle herbal note.

4. Bloom Service 

Because your cocktail deserves flowers, too.

This one is for the gardeners who believe everything looks better with a little color.

Ingredients — 1 serving

• 3 lime basil leaves
• 2 ounces pink grapefruit juice
• ½ ounce lemon juice
• ½ ounce simple syrup
• 3 ounces sparkling water
• Ice
• 1 edible nasturtium flower
• Make it a cocktail 1½ ounces gin

Let's bloom:

1. Gently muddle lime basil with lemon juice and simple syrup.
2. Add grapefruit juice and optional gin.
3. Fill with ice.
4. Top with sparkling water.
5. Finish with a freshly picked nasturtium flower.

Garden tip: Choose an unsprayed, fully opened nasturtium flower for the prettiest garnish. Remove any insects and rinse gently before use.

Looking for something edible? Try the Tipsy Garden Salsa 

Chips, dips, and questionable gardening decisions.

Who says happy hour has to be all about the drinks?

Ingredients

• 2 lemon cucumbers, diced
• 6 lime basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon minced red onion
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Salt to taste
• Optional: finely diced jalapeño

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
2. Stir gently.
3. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
4. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

Garden tip: Lemon cucumbers are harvested while yellow and still tender. Don't wait until they're oversized and deeply mature, or the seeds can become tough.

or the Gettin' Seedy Dip 

The kind of dip that disappears before the guests arrive.

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup feta cheese
• ½ lemon cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
• 1 tablespoon chopped lemon mint (or less, to taste)
• 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
• Edible nasturtium petals for garnish

Directions:

1. Blend yogurt and feta until creamy.
2. Stir in grated cucumber, lemon mint, and lime juice.
3. Refrigerate for 20 minutes.
4. Garnish with edible nasturtium petals.
5. Serve with crackers, vegetables, or toasted pita.

Because some people grow vegetables. We grow happy hour.

Explore the Pretty Seedy Happy Hour Collection and start planning your own garden-to-glass experience.

Pretty Seedy Garden — Throw seeds, not shade.