Care Guide: Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea) is the state flower of Colorado. Blue flowers with white corollas atop delicate, fern-like foliage. Perennial that is easy to grow in a variety of conditions. Hummingbirds and beneficial insects love the nectar of this special native wildflower. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost. Barely cover with soil as lights aids germination. Keep seeds […]
Care Guide: Native to the eastern half of the U.S. where it thrives in most any-well drained soil, this familiar milkweed species, also known as butterfly flower, produces clusters of stunning, sweetly scented, nectar-rich flowers in shades of pink on 3-4’ plants. Monarch butterflies depend on milkweed plants for forage and to lay their eggs, making this a natural choice […]
Care Guide: Splendid 4-5″ mauve-colored flowers bloom from papery, straw-colored buds that resemble woven baskets. Their sweet, honey-like fragrance draws bees and butterflies to gardens, borders, meadows, and wherever else these unique flowers are sown. Basketflowers stand out in arrangements, whether fresh-cut or dry, and dry well in bud, flower, or spent-flower stage. 4′ tall. Direct Seed: 1/8″ Deep Germination: […]
Care Guide: This shade seed mixture contains a colorful array of more than 15 annuals and perennials that tolerate partial shade. Not suitable for densely shaded areas, it works best in locations that receive strong, filtered sunlight or 1-4 hours of direct sun per day. You may sow the shade mix 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost […]
Care Guide: This vibrant mix is loved by butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects and is also easy to grow. Performs well in borders and in arrangements. Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Zinnias prefer well-drained average soil. Water regularly, keeping leaves dry. Remove spent blossoms frequently to prolong blooming. Direct Seed: 1/8″ Deep Germination: 5-24 Days Thin: 10-12″ Apart […]
Care Guide: ‘Munstead’ Lavender is an English Lavender that has fragrant, cool lavender-blue spikes and gray-green, mounded foliage. You can start Munstead lavender seeds indoors, 6 to 8 weeks prior to the last frost. You can also sow them directly into a well-worked, finely textured garden bed in full sun. 100-110 days. Days to germination: 14-28 days. Soil temp: 60°-70°F Planting […]
Care Guide: Standing 12-36 inches tall, these beautiful flowers will create a show-stopping display in your outdoor space. As a late spring bloomer, Russell Lupine graces your garden with its majestic presence from late May to mid-June. Russell Lupine thrives in full sun and enjoys moderate to moist conditions, making it a versatile and easy-to-grow plant. Its adaptability makes it […]
Care Guide: The flowers within the mix of this half-hardy annual are apricot, gold, mahogany, and scarlet. This 8-10″ tall selection is ideal for containers. Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers. Direct Seed: 1/4″ Deep Germination: 7-12 […]
Care Guide: One of the very best for attracting butterflies and birds, this showy and easy-to-grow plant adds a flashy touch to the late summer landscape. Blooms heavily from July through September. Will tolerate clay soils. Plants reach 3-4′ tall. Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can […]
Care Guide: These low-maintenance flowers are drought-tolerant once established and attract beneficial pollinators, making them ideal for pollinator-friendly gardens. For best results, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy until germination. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outside after the danger of frost has passed. These versatile seeds can thrive in both methods. Alaska […]
Care Guide: Robust, scented flowers in an abundance of colors harken back to old-fashioned annual cutting gardens. The undeniable vintage charm of this semi-dwarf snapdragon, which grows from 18”-24” high, enlivens garden beds and borders, as well as bouquets. Full to partial sun 6-12” Apart Annual, Flower, Full Sun, Partial Sun Number of Seeds 10 Attributes Annual Flower Full Sun […]
Care Guide: Multi-headed flowers range from bright yellow to gold to dark burgundy, with some bicolors. Under ideal conditions one plant can have up to two dozen flowers blooming at the same time. Very nice for cutting. Plants grow 5-8′ tall. Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support […]
Care Guide: Multiple blossoms high on sturdy, top-branching, 8-12′ tall plants. Flowers have soft, creamy, pale-yellow petals with a dark-chocolate center. Great when used as a living screen or windbreak. Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. 65 days. Direct Seed: 6″ Apart Direct Seed: […]
Care Guide: Dwarf plants loaded with multiple blooms that have pointed golden petals and green centers. One of the best for container gardening and cutting. Plants grow 24-30″ tall. Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. 60 days. Annual, Flower, Full Sun Number of Seeds […]
Care Guide: Plants grow 5-6′ tall with large 10-12″ heads and short golden-yellow petals. Huge centers are covered with chocolate-colored velvet reminiscent of fur. Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants. 70 days. Direct Seed: 6″ Apart Direct Seed: 1/2″ Deep Germination: 10-14 Days Rows […]
