~Mallow Malva "Zebrina"~ Malva sylvestris Zebrina- Hardy Herbaceous Perennial Flowers all Summer and grows to a Height of 36 inches. Sun or Partial Shade and Hardiness Rating 5 6 7 8. An easily raised perennial thriving in sun or part shade and producing strong, erect stems crammed with white to pink flowers with purple, almost black 'flamed' markings. Easy, thriving in most soils. A magnificent display. Flowers all summer. (3-6ft). Sow from late winter to early spring (1/16in) deep in a good seed compost. Make sure the compost is moist but not wet and seal in a polythene bag until after germination which usually takes 15-21 days at 70F. Transplant when large enough to handle into 3in pots. Grow cool and later plant out 18in apart into an ordinary but not rich soil in sun and some shelter. Hardy annual novel bicolor! Medium size single white blooms with purple stripes. (33625-SS) Mallow Malva "Zebrina" European Variety - Large Packet 1 gr. $2.25

MARIGOLDS ~Marigold Yellow~ Marigolds, Very easy to grow. Start inside 6-8 weeks before last frost. Start African types earlier than French types. Cover seed with 1/4” of soil and provide an average soil warmth (75°). May also be direct seeded about 2 weeks before last frost. Transplant after last frost into a sunny location. Will grow well in poor soil. Space African types 12-18” apart, and French types 6-8” apart. Deadhead regularly. (3537-SS) Yellow Marigolds $2.25 ~Marigold Eskimo~ Marigold Eskimo (Tagetes erecta) This marigold has unique, creamy white flowers held a knee height. Plants are neatly shaped with dark green foliage and about a foot wide. Stunning when planted in masses, and also looks good standing alone. A real treat for marigold fans Annual, Bloom Time: Late Spring through Fall, Height: 1' to 2', Full Sun. This genus includes some of the commonest and most popular annuals grown. In spite of their common names, French and African Marigolds and the so-called “Tagetes” all originate from Mexico. All are easy to grow and are useful for cutting. A splendid vigorous plant with large double flowers; if you’ve never grown it before, try it this year. This is something that is just that little bit different – a white-flowered African Marigold. Forming very uniform, nice bushy plants, it bears from early in the season until October large, creamy-white, double carnation type blooms. A plant to stand out in the border. 20 ins. Annual, Half-Hardy When to Sow Outside: Spring, after last frost. When to Sow Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before last frost Seed Depth: 1/4 " to 1", Days to Emerge: 5 to 7. Thin When 1" tall thin to 12 inches apart. (1113BI-SS) Marigold Eskimo $2.75 ~Meadow Foam Limnanthes douglasii~ Fried Eggs, Average 100 seeds. Annual Wildflower perfect for edging along paved paths or in cool rockery crevices. Blooms 8 - 10 weeks after sowing, late June to September. Low growing, 6-10" in height. Prolific self-sower, good for naturalizing. Native from California to southern Oregon, Limnanthes also attracts bees. This beautiful little annual is actually a California wildflower, found near vernal pools. But don't be fooled into thinking its unattractive or weedy. Its compact 6 - 12", high and bears 1 1/4" wide yellow flowers with white tips in profusion and they are Fragrant! Reseeds! Very Showy! (1074SS-SS) Meadow Foam $2.25

NASTURTIUM ~Nasturtium Peach Melba~ Combine the peppery flavor and the cream color petals with the throat of raspberry red for a real winner! Annual Cream/peach color with raspberry red markings in the throat. Blooms Spring to fall. Full Sun, Partial Sun 6"-12" tall. Peach Melba's beautiful flowers are held above the foliage! Every salad should have edible nasturtium and viola flowers in it! Nasturtium leaves also edible. This compact variety is an excellent edging plant and good in pots and baskets. Grown as a perennial in climates with NO frost. Rabbits hate nasturtiums and keep away! Nasturtiums perform well in poor soil, but it is comfortable in average garden soil with loose, light texture as long as the soil is not overly fertile with nitrogen. Drought tolerant, but does best with ample moisture. When a blossom reaches its peak, pinch off to the base of the stem. OUTSIDE: Spring after average last day of frost. In very hot summer regions, plant in fall for winter bloom. INSIDE: 2 weeks before last frost. Recommend plant outside direct - seedlings do not transplant well. Soaking seeds for 24 hours will help in germination. This is a Botanical Interests 2 gram packet. (1050-BI) Nasturtium Peach Melba $1.75 ~ Nasturtium majus Milkmaid~ Milkmaid Tropaeolum majus This is the closest to white of any nasturtium available to gardeners, unique within the genus. Many years of selection have gone into producing this variety that is pale-cream to white. A great conversation piece in any garden. Plants climb 6' or more with proper support. Hardy annual. Flowers: Summer to Autumn, Height: 12 inches, Sun or Partial Shade. A new Nasturtium featuring delicate blooms in captivating moonlit shades, the closest to white ever. Use this soft contrast in your beds, borders and containers for continuous summer colour. Easy to grow in a range of situations. Sow March to May outdoors where they are to flower. Prepare the ground well and rake to a fine tilth before sowing. Sow 20mm (¾ inch) deep, in rows 12 inches apart. For container plants, Germinate at 77-68F in 3 inch pots. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after risk of frost. Before planting into containers, ensure plants are well rooted in their pots. When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 12 to 18 inches apart. Average 30 seed (1286SS-SS) Nasturtium majus Milkmaid $2.25 ~Nasturtium Cherry Rose Jewel~ Beautiful flowers in shades of a cheery rose color will set this Nasturtium apart from others. Edible leaves and flowers. Annual Cherry rose Blooms Spring to fall. Full Sun, Partial Sun, 6"-12" tall. Heirloom. This compact variety is an excellent edging plant and good in pots or baskets. With edible leaves and flowers this Nasturtium will brighten up any salad. For a little winter color try growing these cheery flowers inside in a south window. Nasturtiums will help deter whiteflies, squash bugs, and rabbits. This is a Botanical Interests 2.5 gram packet (1107-BI) Nasturtium Cherry Rose $1.75 ~Nasturtium Strawberries-n-Cream~ Nasturtium majus Strawberries And Cream ~ A showy variety with light yellow semi-double flowers, boldly blotched scarlet in a delightful combination. Suitable for bedding, edging and flowering freely in most soils, particularly in poor dry ones. Also makes a very showy summer flowering pot plant for the cold greenhouse, conservatory or cool, well lit windowsill. Flowers summer. Height 9in. Sow in spring where they are to flower ¾in deep in well cultivated soil in a sunny open site. Sow in rows 12in apart and thin out to 6in between plants. For earlier flowering they can be sown in early spring at 55-60F and transplanted into 3in pots. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost. They flower most freely in poor dryish soils and full sun. Average 30 seed. (07035HPS-SS) Nasturtium Strawberries-n-Cream $2.25 ~Nasturtium majus~ ~Alaska Mixed~ Beautiful flowers in shades of yellow, orange, mahogany and cream with light green, marbled foliage. Hardy Annual Flowers in Summer 8 inches Sun or Partial Shade. The leaves are conspicuously marbled in green and white and in themselves produce a very attractive plant. Add to this vivid multicoloured blooms, flowering above the foliage, and an unforgettable sight is produced. Flowers summer to frost. Height 20cm (8in). This is a Botanical Interests 2.5 gram packet. (1172-BI) Nasturtium Alaska Varigated $1.75 ~Nasturtium Jewel Series Mix~ 10 in. Dwarf early bloomer in a mix of colors. Cherry Rose, Golden, Peach Melba and Primrose (primrose cream with red spots). Nasturtium are edible. Sowing Instructions: Sow outdoors in spring where they are to flower, when the ground becomes workable covering the seed to a depth of 20mm (¾in). For earlier flowering or for containers, sow in early spring at (55-60F) and transplant into (3in) pots. Growing Instructions: Thin out young plants to (12-18in) apart when the seedlings are large enough to handle. Gradually acclimate to outdoors before planting after all risk of frost. They flower most freely in full sun and poor dryish soils. Before planting in containers make sure they are well rooted in their pots. (NJ-SS) Nasturtium Jewel Mix Pack 15 gram (approx 100 seed) $2.25 ~Nasturtium "European Import" Mixed~ Annual. Easy to grow in most areas with sufficient light. Produces low, compact, round clusters. Very decorative leaves and flowers. Edible flowers: the flower, leaves and seed pods are edible. Chop leaves to add to salad; use flowers stuffed or minced and added to butters. Pickle immature seed heads. Hardy Annual. Excellent ground cover. Easy to grow. Days to Germination 10 - 12. Grows Best in Full Sun/Partial Shade. Sow the seed directly into finely raked, moist, warm, weed-free soil where the plants are to flower, 1/2 inch deep. Germination normally takes 10-14 days. As the seedlings develop, thin to achieve a final spacing of 10 inches. Alternatively, for earlier plants, sow 3 or 4 seeds to a 3-inch pot on a windowsill or in a greenhouse (4-6 weeks before the planting out date), at approximately 55-65 degrees Fahrenheit. Plant out after careful hardening to outside conditions. HELPFUL HINT Add interest to summer salads by garnishing with these bright, hot-tasting flowers. (3401SS) Nasturtium "European Variety Mixed - Large Packet $2.25 ~NASTURTIUM GLEAMING MAHOGANY~ (1391J) Nasturtium 'Gleaming Mahogany' Rich deep and polished - just like your favourite antique table. Produces a mass of elegantly structured semi-double flowers above cool green foliage. 15in/37cm. Approx. 25 seeds. ~AVAILABLE NOW~ ~Nasturtium 'Salmon Baby'~ NEW!! Lovely salmon-rose flowers which catch the eye and contrast beautifully against its dark leaves. Plant them anywhere, even in poor soils! # Height: 8in. # Sow: April to June # Flowers: June to October # Hardy annual, 25 seeds (1111MF-SS) Nasturtium 'Salmon Baby' ~Nasturtium 'Tip Top Velvet~ Large single velvety blooms of the richest burgundy are held well above the neat foliage. 8in/20cm. Approx. 25 seeds. $1.59 per packet (1749MF) Nasturtium 'Tip Top Velvet $1.59 ~Nasturtium 'Empress Of India'~ An old variety which produces opulent crimson-ruby, single flowers against dark emerald leaves with a naturally compact habit. Majestic. 12in/30cm. Approx. 25 seeds. (1229MF) Nasturtium 'Empress Of India $1.59 ~Nasturtium 'Sherry Trifle'~ Fruity pastel colours form the perfect recipe for tubs, window boxes and borders. 9in/23cm. Approx. 25 seeds. NEW ITEM - COMING SOON (1850MF) Nasturtium 'Sherry Trifle' $1.59 ~Nasturtium 'Gleaming Lemons'~ Beautiful cooling semi-double citrus blooms on 'sharp' green foliage. 15in/37cm. Approx. 25 seeds. NEW ITEM - COMING SOON (2610MF-SS) Nasturtium 'Gleaming Lemons $1.59 ~Nasturtium 'Moonlight'~ Subtle primrose single flowers with a vigorous habit. Plant it where it can cascade from tubs and baskets or train up walls and trellis. 6ft/1.8m. Approx. 25 seeds. (0109MF-SS) Nasturtium 'Moonlight $1.59 ~Nasturtium Ladybird~ Beautiful golden yellow flowers, each marked with bright red spots for beds, borders and all types of containers.... Contains 25 seeds approx. (0418J) Nasturtium Ladybird $1.59 ~Nasturtium 'Golden Jewel'~ Large semi-double golden flowers for bedding, borders and all types of containers. Prefers sun and well-drained.... Contains 30 seeds approx. (0178J) Nasturtium 'Golden Jewel $1.59 ~Whirlybird Tangerine Nasturtium ~ Whirlybird Tangerine Nasturtium "Whirlybird Tangerine Nasturtium is a bushy nasturtium with single tangerine blooms 2 inches across, spurless, facing upward. " (SF014SM-SS) Whirlybird Tangerine Nasturtium $2.50

NICOTINA ~Nicotina "Flowering Tobacco"~ Lovely, summer annuals. Best used in mixed flower plantings or in mass plantings. Fertile, well-drained soil. Sun or shade. Makes an impressive statement in the garden! Start these seeds indoors in late winter and set them out when the warm spring temperatures arrive, spacing plants a foot or so apart. They will bloom reliably all summer, not resting until the cold weather sets in. And their fragrance will fill the garden, generously lending its sweetness to nearby unscented annuals. Hummingbirds, butterflies, and humans all love the fragrant, star-shaped flowers of this old-time favorite. The big, showy plants are perfect for informal mixed borders. Blooms in shades of purple, pink, lime-green and white from summer to frost. (Note: All parts of plant are poisonous if eaten.) Days to Sprout 10 - 14. Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost, planting 2 seeds per pot or cell. Transplant to the garden 18 inches apart after the last frost. Do not cover seeds. Remove faded blossoms to prolong flowering. (35260SS) Nicotina "Flowering Tobacco" Euopean Mix Large Packet $2.50 ~Nicotiana alata (Tobacco) 'Lime'~ This series is considered the most dwarf Nicotiana available. At a garden height of 7-10 in., plants are super-branched, providing a forum for masses of blooms that flower freely all summer long. Flower size is not diminished, with bloom diameters around 1-1/2 inches in attractive colors. Early blooming at about 90 days from sowing, the Avalon's are ideal for pack and pot production. Lightly scented green trumpet-shaped flowers bloom in the early evening on the tops of graceful branching stems. In cultivation before 1950. Self sows. 3 ft tall, Annual; Seed to bloom: 10-12 wks, like Full sun to partial shade, Rich, moist, well-drained. Seeds need light to germinate. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or outdoors after frost. Seed packet average 100 seed. (NLG-SS) Nicotina Lime $2.00 ~Nicotiana Hummingbird Rose~ Nicotiana Hummingbird Rose is a "Dwarf, uniform growing, bushy plants with 1.5"" deep pink flowers in summer. Annual. Exposure Full Sun to Part Shade. Height: 12 inches. Pelleted Seed. Average 40 seeds per pack. Germination Difficulty: Easy." (NHR-SS) Nicotiana Hummingbird Rose $2.00

~Nigella "Love in a Mist"~ Annual. Old-fashioned favorite for fresh or dried flowers. Hardy with branches, produces typical flowers with color varying from white to pink and blue. 1-2" blooms clothed in a lacy netting of greenery. Blue, mauve, pink, purple, and Unpicked flowers form delightful balloon-shaped seed pods. Moderately fertile soil. Ht. 12-24". This Love-in-a-Mist blooms in summer, but the seedpods that follow are the main attraction, arising in fall and ideal for both fresh and dried arrangements! The plants are uniform, fuss-free, and very free-blooming, reaching 2 to 3 feet tall and 8 inches wide in the sunny garden. Annual. After the jewel-colored, Bachelor's Button-like flowers fade away, horned seedpods appear. Use the delicate, purple-striped pods in dried arrangements for an airy effect. Easy-to-grow plants bloom and form seedpods in late spring. Days to Sprout 7 - 14. Plant seeds outdoors 2 weeks before the last frost in well-drained - even sandy - soil enriched compost. Where winters are mild, seeds may be planted outdoors in the fall. Sow seeds, cover lightly with soil and keep moist until seedlings are established. DRYING Cut stems after seedpods form. Wrap a rubber band around small bundle of stems and hang heads down in a dark, airy place until dry. (FN101-SS) Nigella "Love in a Mist" European Mix Large Packet $2.50 Nigella orientalis Seed Pods ~Nigella Orientalis~ Dried seed pods are naturally green and uniquely fluted. Annual, Common Name Transformer, Height 18 - 24 inches. Inconspicuous yellow flowers are followed by interestingly shaped, highly ornamental seed pods. This variety is ideal for flower arrangers as it can be used equally well as fresh or dried flowers. Sow direct in Spring (difficult to transplant). Full sun in average soil with excellent drainage. Fertilize monthly Harvest Cut Nigella Orientalis when pods reach maximum size. Drying Hang Nigella Orientalis upside down in dry, dark, open, airy place. Uses Nigella Orientalis is a dramatic dried flower accent with a very unusual texture. (NOT-SS) Nigella Orientalis 2 grams $3.00 ~Nigella African Bride~ Pure white petals with black seed pods grace this Love-in-a-Mist plant. Fleuroselect winner. Annual. Exposure Full Sun. Height: 3 feet. 80 seeds per pack. Germination Difficulty: Easy. (NAB-GG) Nigella African Bride

~Oxypetalum Heavenly Blue~ Southern Star A color rarely seen in flowers - intense glacier blue 1" flowers unlike anything you have ever seen! This is a Botanical Interests 150 mg. packet. Annual, Intense glacier blue, Summer to fall, Full Sun, 1-3' semi-vine. Oxypetalum attracts hummingbirds like other members of the milkweed family. Plant in baskets or large pots with white Alyssum where the cascades of blue star-shaped flowers and velvety green leaves can be seen. Produces decorative seed pods. Also a great cutflower. Can be overwintered as a house plant too! (1141-BI) Oxypetalum $2.99

PANSIES ~Pansy Swiss Giant Blue~ Rare and Hard to find! Pansy Swiss Giant Blue, Plant with sturdy stalks bearing large blue flowers with a black eye inside. Perennial. In mild-winter areas, pansies provide a splash of winter and spring color. In colder climates, enjoy their big 2- to 3-inch blossoms spring through summer. Pansy is at home in borders, beds and containers, or between bulbs. Days to Sprout 10 - 21, Planting Dept .125 inches. Start seeds indoors, 2 per pot or cell, in August. Place flat or pots in a dark room (or cover with black plastic) and keep temperature at 70 degrees Fahrenheit until sprouts appear. Where winters are mild, transplant seedlings in the fall 6 inches apart into soil enriched with compost. Where winters are cold, move seedlings into a cold frame and then transplant outdoors in early spring. Mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. Fertilize monthly. Remove faded blossoms (plus a few leaves) to prolong flowering. Protect overwintering plants with a layer of mulch. (FVI03-SS) Swiss Giant Blue Pansy 1 gram. $2.50 ~Pansy "Viola" Swiss Giant Red~ Pansy Swiss Giant Red, Plant with sturdy stalks bearing large red flowers with a black eye inside. Perennial. In mild-winter areas, pansies provide a splash of winter and spring color. In colder climates, enjoy their big 2- to 3-inch blossoms spring through summer. Pansy is at home in borders, beds and containers, or between bulbs. Days to Sprout 10 - 21, Planting Dept .125 inches. Start seeds indoors, 2 per pot or cell, in August. Place flat or pots in a dark room (or cover with black plastic) and keep temperature at 70 degrees Fahrenheit until sprouts appear. Where winters are mild, transplant seedlings in the fall 6 inches apart into soil enriched with compost. Where winters are cold, move seedlings into a cold frame and then transplant outdoors in early spring. Mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. Fertilize monthly. Remove faded blossoms (plus a few leaves) to prolong flowering. Protect overwintering plants with a layer of mulch. (3559-SS)Swiss Giant Red Pansy Large Packet $2.50 ~Pansy Mixed European Blend~ Plant with strudy stalks bearing large flowers with harmonious brilliant, delicate colors. In mild-winter areas, pansies provide a splash of winter and spring color. In colder climates, enjoy their big 2- to 3-inch blossoms spring through summer. This mix of yellow, burgundy, blue, purple and white pansies is at home in borders, beds and containers, or between bulbs. Days to Sprout 10 - 21, Planting Depth .125 inches. Start seeds indoors, 2 per pot or cell, in August. Place flat or pots in a dark room (or cover with black plastic) and keep temperature at 70 degrees Fahrenheit until sprouts appear. Where winters are mild, transplant seedlings in the fall 6 inches apart into soil enriched with compost. Where winters are cold, move seedlings into a cold frame and then transplant outdoors in early spring. Mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. Fertilize monthly. Remove faded blossoms (plus a few leaves) to prolong flowering. Protect overwintering plants with a layer of mulch. (3554-SS) Pansy Mixed Colors $2.50 ~Pansy Antique Shades~ There is no pansy mix more beautiful. Soft lovely colors make this variety an easy choice for pansy lovers. Annual Shades of peach, rust, burgundy, purple, baby yellow, and cream. Spring to early summer Full Sun. 6"-8" tall. There is not a pansy mix more beautiful. Soft, lovely colors make this variety an easy choice for pansy lovers. Plant in locations where late fall and early spring color would be appropriate. The flowers are very attractive addition to salads! Will overwinter in climates as cold as USDA zone 4. A delightful variety with long stemmed, 7cm (3in) flowers in 'old fashioned' pastel shades. The ideal variety to tone down the bright and brassy colours of other bedding plants and to provide a restful oasis of colour. A member of the Imperial strain, noted for vigour, flower size and free flowering ability. Sow late winter/spring or late summer, 1.5mm (1/16in) deep in a good seed compost excluding light as darkness is beneficial. Germination usually takes 14-21 days at 19-25C (65-76F). Keep soil just moist and avoid high temperatures which will prevent germination. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant and grow cool. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 23-30cm (9-12in) apart in most soils, sun or part shade. Summer sowings should be moved to a cold frame and planted out in early spring. This is a Botanical Interests 250 mg. packet. (1062-BI) Pansy Antique Shades $1.75 ~Pansy Swiss Giant Yellow~ Rare and Hard to find! Pansy Swiss Giant Yellow, Plant with sturdy stalks bearing large Yellow flowers with a black eye inside. Perennial. In mild-winter areas, pansies provide a splash of winter and spring color. In colder climates, enjoy their big 2- to 3-inch blossoms spring through summer. Pansy is at home in borders, beds and containers, or between bulbs. Days to Sprout 10 - 21, Planting Dept .125 inches. Start seeds indoors, 2 per pot or cell, in August. Place flat or pots in a dark room (or cover with black plastic) and keep temperature at 70 degrees Fahrenheit until sprouts appear. Where winters are mild, transplant seedlings in the fall 6 inches apart into soil enriched with compost. Where winters are cold, move seedlings into a cold frame and then transplant outdoors in early spring. Mulch around plants to keep roots cool and moist. Water when the top 1-inch layer of soil is dry. Fertilize monthly. Remove faded blossoms (plus a few leaves) to prolong flowering. Protect overwintering plants with a layer of mulch. (FVI05-SS) Swiss Giant Yellow Pansy 1 gram. $2.50 COMING SOON IN DECEMBER Swiss Pansy Giant Rose (FVI06-SS) Swiss Pansy Giant Rose 1 gram $2.50

~Pentas Lanceolata Mixed~ Also called Egyptian Star or Star Cluster. These plants bear 4-inch clusters of 1/2-inch flowers; the hairy oval leaves, 3 to 4 inches long, are often deeply veined. Flowers can be red, pink, rose, lavender or white. This variety is a dwarf 10 in, compact plants for baskets, patio containers and great in landscape. Pinching keeps them blooming all summer. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. TEMPORARILY OUT OF STOCK (PLM-SS) Pentas Mixed 25 seed $2.50 ~"Pheasant's Eye Adonide"~ These blood red annuals belong to the Buttercup family Ranunculaceae. There is a legend that this plant grew up from the blood of Adonis when he was wounded by a wild animal. These plants, also known as Pheasant's Eye or Flower of Adonis, grow from 6 inches to a foot high, and the same wide. They form clumps of green, fern-like foliage. For flowerbeds, borders, cutting, rock gardens. Needs Sun, Annual. (PHE-SS) Pheasant's Eye large 1 gr. packet $2.50 ~Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate~ ~Polygonum orientale~ ~Ladyfingers~ Kiss-me-over-the-Garden-Gate is also called Ladyfingers, this heirloom variety is now rare, but its vigorous self sowing has ensured its survival. Tall stems display large smooth leaves and dangling blooms of deep rose swaying in the slightest breeze. Listed in Burpee's 1935 catalog. This annual can reach 4-5 ft tall and is usually Seed to bloom in 16-18 wks. Prefers Full sun and Moist, well-drained soil. 50 seeds per pack. (KMOTGG-SS) Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate Polygonum orientale $2.25 ~Portulaca "European Mixture"~ Produces twin flowers in very vivid colors, which create flowerbeds even in full sunlight and in poor dry soils. Maintains its mounding habit.Supports a greater number of double 2" blooms in yummy shades. Single mixed colour Portulaca which tolerates even gravelly soil. Sow Mar-end Jun. Flowers Jul-mid Oct (3451SS) Portulaca "European Multicolor" Large Packet $2.25 ~Polyanthus 'Gold Lace'~ A very old heritage variety that features small, deep crimson flowers with a gold centre and laced edge. It is very hardy and the plants are delightfully hardy. A real Johnsons Seeds favourite and deservedly so! Hardy perennial to height 20cm (8in). Sow indoors: January to February (or March to June in a cold frame) in trays of moist compost. How to sow indoors: Sow seed thinly but do not cover with compost. Cover the box with glass or polythene and maintain a maximum temperature of 15°C (60°F). Keep out of direct sunlight and make sure the compost does not dry out. Seedlings may take 2 to 6 weeks to emerge but be patient. How to grow indoors: Remove covers when seedlings appear and transfer to 9cm (3in) pots when plants are large enough. Plant out into the final position in early autumn. Flowers: March to May and possibly again in October. Useful Information: Plants make excellent feature bedding and container plants and should be grown where you can show them off. Plants prefer sun or partial shade. (0319) Polyanthus 'Gold Lace' 25 seeds approx. $2.45 ~Polyanthus 'Victorian Days'~ Developed from various old style Victorian varieties, this is a superb mix of heritage varieties in an array of exciting colours. Ideal for spring bedding displays and containers. Hardy perennial to height 25cm (10in). Sow indoors: January to March in heated conditions or April to May in a cold frame in trays of moist compost. How to sow indoors: Sow seed thinly and firm in gently. Do not cover the seed but cover the box with glass or polythene. Maintain at 15°C (60°F). The seedlings should appear after 21-42 days. How to grow indoors: Remove the glass and paper when seedlings appear and transplant when large enough to a prepared sheltered nursery bed 15cm (6in) apart. Plant out in the following autumn or spring to 30cm (12in) apart. Flowers: March to May. Useful Information: Prefers sun or partial shade. Remove any dead leaves or flowers to promote year round vigour and colour. (0393) Polyanthus 'Victorian Days' - 25 seeds approx. $2.45 ~Papaver "Poppy" Flemish Antique~ A large, fringed double bright scarlet poppy with contrasting white stripes. Annual. Exposure Full Sun. Height: 30 inches. 100 seeds per pack. Germination Difficulty: Easy. (PFA-GG) Papaver "Poppy" Flemish Antique $3.00 ~Papaver "Poppy" Chedglow~ An annual poppy with variegated foliage and blood red flowers in summer. Reseeds to perpetuate itself. Exposure Full Sun. Height: 30 inches. 50 seeds per pack. Germination Difficulty: Easy. (PC-GG) Papaver "Poppy" Chedglow $3.00 ~Papaver "Peony Poppy" Black Cloud~ Very deep red, double poppies and lovely greenish grey foliage in summer. Exposure Full Sun. 100 seeds per pack. Height: 30 inches. Germination: Easy. (PBC-GG) Papaver "Peony Poppy" Black Cloud ~Poppy 'Perennial - Musical Score~ Poppy 'Perennial - Musical Score' - 750 seeds approx. Only $2.55 New in 2005! Sumptuous, almost black and contrasting cream 'tissue paper' pompons on tall, elegant stems. Adds a dramatic show to the summer border. Hardy annual. (0564J) Poppy 'Perennial - Musical Score $2.50

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