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~"Aquilegia Columbine"~
Perrenial. These beautiful woodland plants are very happy in a sunny to partially shaded location. Provide them with a humus rich, slightly acidic soil and you will be rewarded with an abundance of blooms in late spring and early summer. Excellent as a cut flower. Grow in full sun or partial shade. Sow Feb- end Apr. Stunning mixed color alpine perrenial. Attracts hummingbirds. Days to Sprout 21 - 28, Plant Height about 18 - 30 inches. Start seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost, sowing 2 seeds per pot or cell. Do not cover seeds. Transplant to the garden after the last frost. Before planting, enrich the soil with compost. Seeds may also be planted outdoors in summer for early blooms next spring. Fertilize monthly. Remove faded blossoms to prolong flowering. Cut back old stems for a second crop of flowers.
(3021-SS) Columbine Large pack $2.50
~Aquilegia 'Winky Mixed'~
A stunning mix of colourful, upward facing flowers over tidy mounds of foliage. Adds early colour to herbaceous....
Contains 25 seeds approx.
(0455J)Aquilegia 'Winky Mixed' $1.59
~Columbine Tower Blue~
Beautiful pale blue, fully double flowers, like ladies' petticoats, gently nod from slender stems and are excellent for borders and as cut flowers. Hardy perennial to (24-28in).
Sow outdoors: April to June in a prepared seed bed.
Sow indoors: January to March in trays of moist compost.
How to sow outdoors: Sow thinly and cover with fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow seed thinly and cover lightly with compost. Firm seed in gently and place in a cold frame or greenhouse. Keep moist.
How to grow outdoors: Transplant 30cm (12in) apart into theflowering position in September. Keep moist and weed free at all times.
How to grow indoors: Harden off and plant out to flowering position in June, spacing plants 30cm (12in) apart. Keep moist and weed free.
Flowers: May to July the following year.
Useful Information: Remove dead flower stems to encourage plants to clump up. Aquilegias prefer sun or shade in moist but well drained soil.
(0002J) Columbine Tower Light Blue $1.59
~Aquilegia Tequila Sunrise~
Vibrant yellow and red flowers in summer. Exposure Full Sun to Light Shade. Hardiness Zone 3. 20 seeds per pack. Height: 24 inches.
(TS-GG)Aquilegia Tequila Sunrise $3.75
~Aquilegia 'Perennial - Nora Barlow Mix'~
Code 0160 Aquilegia 'Perennial - Nora Barlow Mix' - 75 seeds approx. A lovely mixture excellent in herbaceous borders and a good cut flower. Prefers a sunny or partially shaded position. Hardy perennial to height 60cm (24in) and spread 40cm (15in).
(0160J) Aquilegia 'Perennial - Nora Barlow Mix' $2.00
~Cyclamen 'Perennial - Neopolitanum Mixed~
Cyclamen 'Perennial - Neopolitanum Mixed' - 12 seeds approx. Attractive leaf forms with pretty pink and white reflexed flowers. Ideal for providing late colour amongst rockeries and trees and shrubs. Cyclamen also naturalises very well. Hardy perennial to height 10-15cm (4-6in) and spread 20cm (8in).
(0388J) Cyclamen 'Perennial - Neopolitanum Mixe d $2.65
~Achillea Summer Berries~
A delightful and easy to grow mix of rich colours from deep salmon and apricot to deep pinks and cherry reds. For borders and cutting and loved by butterflies! Hardy perennial to 24-28in.
Sow outdoors: April to June in a prepared seed bed.
Sow indoors: January to March in trays of moist compost.
How to sow outdoors: Sow thinly into rows 9in apart. Cover lightly with fine soil and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow thinly in trays and firm the seed gently into the compost. Do not cover seeds. Keep them at approx. 68°F on a warm windowsill and keep moist.
How to grow outdoors: When large enough, transplant 2in apart to further trays or pots of compost. Harden off at the end of May to avoid frosts and transplant 18in apart into the flowering position in June.
How to grow indoors: When large enough thin out to 3in apart. Transplant to 18in apart in the flowering position from September to October. Keep moist and weed free at all times.
(486J) Achillea Summer Berries $1.59
~AGASTACHE BLUE & WHITE~
A fragrant mix of attractive blue and white flower spikes nestle above aromatic foliage. Can be grown in borders, pots and tubs. Hardy perennial to 24in.
Sow outdoors: May to July in a prepared seed bed.
Sow indoors: January to March in trays of moist compost.
How to sow outdoors: Sow thinly in rows 8in apart and cover lightly with fine soil. Firm seeds in gently and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow thinly, cover lightly with compost and firm in gently. Cover with glass, polythene or propagator lid. Keep at 68°F and maintain moisture.
How to grow outdoors: When large enough to handle, thin seedlings to 2in apart. Transplant 18in apart into the flowering position in September and October. Keep seedlings moist and weed free at all times.
How to grow indoors: Remove covering as seedlings appear. When large enough to handle transplant to larger trays or individual 7.5cm pots. Stand outside for a few days at the end of May to avoid frosts. Then transplant to 45cm (18in) apart into the flowering position.
Flowers: June to October in the year after flowering.
Useful Information: Prefers a sunny position in well drained soil. These aromatic plants will attract bees and butterflies to the garden.
(99J) AGASTACHE BLUE & WHITE $1.59
~Armeria Formosa~
~Pinkball Thrift~
(1078bi-ss) Pinkball Thrift $1.75
~Balloon Flower MIXED COLORS~
The Balloon flower is a long-lived perennial that blooms from July through September. Their name comes from the appearance of the buds which look like blue balloons right before opening into a five-pointed flower.
This is a Botanical Interests 125 mg. packet. Perennials in White, rose, blue. Blooms in Summer, Full Sun, 2'-3' tall. Zones 3-8 Fascinating inflated buds open to reveal star-shaped white, rose, and blue flowers. A rugged flower with few pests. Extremely cold tolerant and blooms 2nd. year from seed. Bluish-green foliage turns golden yellow in autumn if not browned by early frost. A good cut flower. Platycodon should be in every perennial garden.
(1106-BI) Balloon Flower Blend $2.25
~ALL BLUE BALLOON FLOWER PACKET~
This packet is blue only seed. All information above applies to this packet also.
(BFB-SS) Balloon Flower Blue only $2.00
~Gentiana andrewsii~
~Bottle Genetia~
Bottle Gentian Features Blue flowers in late summer to fall and is a North American Native Plant that grows in Full Sun to Part Shade. Hardiness Zone 3. 20 seeds per pack. 18 inches in height.
(BG-SS) Bottle Genetian $2.50
~Butterfly Flower~
Botanical Interests Perennial Vivid red-orange that Blooms in Summer in Full Sun, Partial Sun to a height of 24" tall, 24" wide. Hardy in Zones 3-9,Attracts Butterflies. Butterflies will seek your garden out when you have this vigorous perennial, shrub-like plant. Asclepias particularly attracts the Monarch. Beginning in late spring, it produces a profusion of fiery, red-orange flowers followed by decorative green seed pods. Drought tolerant and is native to eastern United States.
(1146BI-SS) Butterfly Flower $2.25
~Canterbury Bells~
~Bellflower~
~Campanula Medium~
Perennial in Zones 3-8, Purple, violet, blue, lavender, pink, white, Blooms in Spring. Full Sun, Partial Sun, 2'-3' tall. The tall flower spikes with elegant, bell shaped flowers will remind you of a storybook English cottage garden. This dramatic , tall plant is an excellent backdrop for your shorter annuals and perennials. Also works well as a cut flower. An easy to grow plant from seed. A biennial. Plant late spring or early summer for blooms the 2nd year. This is a Botanical Interests 650 mg. packet.
(1004-BI) Canterbury Bells small packet $1.50
~Chocolate Flower~
This plant does it all: colorful, fragrant, attracts butterflies, drought tolerant AND the aroma may either satisfy or intensify your craving for chocolate!
(1198BI) Chocolate Flower $2.75
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~Delphinium "Larkspur European Mixture"~
Larkspur, Delphiniums, are excellent in borders and great for cutting. If cut when 1/4 of flowers are open , they can last a week in water. Tall Spires Packed with Double Blooms Just Keep on Coming! Produces numerous many-branched stems with spurred flowers, Larkspur is not difficult to grow, asking only plenty of sun, some protection from wind, and cool temperatures. Plant seeds outdoors in late fall or early spring. (Seeds maybe started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost.) Delphinium prefers well-drained soil enriched with compost. Sow seeds, cover lightly with soil and keep moist until seedlings are established. Zones 3-7. Ht. 30-36". Final spacing of mature plants should be 10 inches. NOTE: Seeds/plants harmful if eaten.
(31710SS) Delphinium "European Mixture" Large Packet $2.50
~ECHIUM russicum~
New blooms in Summer Zone: 2-9. This very popular and striking plant is stunning! It forms a rosette of coarsely hairy leaves from which emerge thick flower spikes clothed in a myriad of burgundy-red blooms. For full sun and ordinary soil. While listed in most texts as biennial, it is, for some gardeners, monocarpic, and for others seemingly perennial. Very hardy, does beautifully in a garden in the Yukon. Full sun and ordinary soil. Germination Instructions: Easy, warm germinator.
(ER-SS) Echium russicum 15 seeds $3.95
~ECHINACEA~
~Echinacea paradoxa~
Hardy Herbaceous Perennial that flowers in Summer to a height of 4 feet. Hardy in zones 4 5 6 7 8 9. Aftercare: Care Required. A real paradox! This is the rare and most unusual 'purple cone flower' with yellow flowers. Back in 1902 it was first named Brauneria paradoxa and after further changes to its taxonomy is now a member of the Echinaceas. A prized and seldom offered border plant. Seed is limited to first come-first served so order early! Sow from February to late June at 70-75F on the surface of a good seed compost and cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or Sow-Lite (vermiculite). Ensure the soil is damp but not wet and seal inside a polythene bag until after germination, which usually takes 10-21 days. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into 3in pots and grow on in cooler conditions. Once well established, harden off for 10-15 days before planting out, after all risk of frost, 18in apart in sun or part shade on ordinary well drained soil. Flowering is prolonged if flower stalks are cut off as soon as the flowers fade.
(EP-SS)Echinacea paradoxa- 1 packet approx.40 seeds $3.50
~PURPLE CONEFLOWER~
~Echinacea~
Perennial. Drought resistant. Showy, dark cone-shaped center with purple petals identifies this popular "Prairie Wildflower." Days to Germination approx 10 - 12 and Days to Bloom about 60 - 90. 30 - 42 inches. Prefers Full Sun. Plant after all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats about 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant. Dramatic background plant for border, perennial, wildflower or rock gardens. Long-lasting cut flower.
(PCF-SS) Purple Coneflower 2 gram $2.25
~Echinacea indica "Doppelganger" Coneflower~
Doppelganger Coneflower is an unusual coneflower that develops a second flower atop the first flower. This unique feature will only occur in the second year of growth. Prefers Full Sun, Hardiness Zone 3, Height: 30 inches. 10 seeds.
(EIDC-SS) Doppelganger Coneflower $3.00
~ECHINACEA pallida~
Blooms Early to Late Summer Pale Purple Coneflower reaches 3-5' Zone: 4-9. Showy large flowers with narrow drooping petals flushed rose-purple and large dark purple-brown centers. A superb, striking plant for naturalizing in the sunny border. Germination Instructions: Cold treatment required.
(EP-SS) Echinacea pallida 25 seeds $2.50
~Echinacea "Alba"~
ECHINACEA purpurea 'alba' NEW, blooms Summer-Fall. 2-3' Zone: 4-9 As above, but creamy-white, coming true from seed. Germination Instructions: Easy, warm germinator.
(EA-SS) Echinacea "ALBA" 20 seed $4.00
~Echinacea Bravado~
Bravado (Perennial) (Purple Coneflower) (Rudbeckia atropurpurea) . D 21-28 days 70F Sow seed and cover lightly. Plants flower 16 weeks after seeding. Sow mid-March for August flowering. Huge, plate-size blooms – rosy-red – appear the first year!(36-48")
(08757HPS-SS) Echinacea Bravado Average 30 seed $2.00
~Echinacea Primadonna Deep Rose~
At 3 feet high 'Primadonna Deep Rose' forms a sturdy, bushy plant that looks great all season. The large 5-6" lavender rose flowers on extra long stems are extremely long lasting in bouquets. Zones 3-9. Full Sun
(EPD-geo-SS) Echinacea Primadonna Deep Rose Average 50 seed $3.00
~Echinops Globe Thistle~
~Echinops "Globe Thistle" Blue Glow~
Bees and butterflies adore Echinops. They are so easy to care for that you will too. Equally stunning in the garden or as a fresh or dried cut flower, their perfectly round blooms and statuesque profile bring intriguing definition to surrounding softer forms. Thriving in well drained soil, even if it is poor or sandy, the Globe Thistle is as undemanding as any perennial you can find! Hardy to Zone 4.
Echinops bannaticus ‘Blue Glow’ Intensely blue, the surreal-looking globes of this Echinops perch on stalks lined with elegant, jagged-edged gray-green foliage. Backlit by the late afternoon sun and planted en masse, ‘Blue Glow’s flowers seem to float amidst spiky Muhlenbergia rigens and the dark domes of Angelica gigas. 4' x 18"; blooms July–early September.
(EBG-SS) Echinops "Blue Glow" 25 seeds $1.50
~Foxglove "Digitalis"~
Among the most showy of garden plants. They make wonderful cut flowers. They grow in either sun or partial shade which makes them ideal for woodland gardens. Are excellent for the back of borders or mass plantings. Tolerate cold winters but are killed by heat and drought. Will self-sow in mild climates and perpetuate themselves for years. Grow in rich, fertile soil. Digitale Multicolor Foxglove Biannual, acts like a perennial. 150 days. Germinates in 14-21 days with 65-70 degree soil temperature. Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Do not bury seeds since foxglove needs light to germinate. Transplant outside after danger of frost is over at 12 inch spacing. . Prefers full sun/part shade. 36-40 inches high. Self seeds
(31720SS) Foxglove "European Mixture" - $2.25 Large Packet
~Foxglove 'Alba~
'Alba'A pure white form of the native foxglove which is superb for the back of the border and to provide height. Prefers a moist and partly shaded position. You can try saving the seed after flowering by letting the flower spikes dry. Hardy biennial or perennial to height 120cm (4ft) and spread 30cm (12in).
Sow outdoors: September to October and April to May in a seedbed.
Sow indoors: April to May in trays of compost.
How to sow outdoors: Sow seed thinly and cover very lightly with a sprinkle of compost. Firm down gently and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow seed thinly and lightly cover with fine soil. Firm down gently and place in a cold frame or greenhouse.
How to grow outdoors: Transplant to the flowering position when large enough to handle and keep the plants moist and free of pests and weeds.
How to grow indoors: Transplant to the flowering position when large enough to handle and keep the plants moist and free of pests and weeds.
Flowers: May to July of the following year.
Useful Information: Plants are toxic and no part is edible. Trim the flower spikes after blooming to encourage re-shooting.
(0013J) Foxglove 'Alba - 1000 seeds approx. £1.65
~Foxglove Apricot Delight~
Dramatic apricot spires top bright green foliage. The Apricot foxglove is an ideal back of border addition and is also attractive during the rest of the year. Prefers a moist and shady position. Hardy perennial or biennial to height 120cm (4ft) and spread 30cm (12in).
Sow outdoors: September to October or May to June in a seedbed.
Sow indoors: April to May in trays of compost.
How to sow outdoors: Sow seed thinly and cover very lightly with a sprinkle of compost. Firm down gently and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow seed thinly and lightly cover with fine soil. Firm down gently and place in a cold frame or greenhouse.
How to grow outdoors: Transplant to the flowering position when large enough to handle and keep the plants moist and free of pests and weeds.
How to grow indoors: Transplant to the flowering position when large enough to handle and keep the plants moist and free of pests and weeds.
Flowers: May to July of the following year.
Useful Information: Plants are toxic and no part is edible. Trim the flower spikes after blooming to encourage re-shooting.
(0259J) Foxglove 'Apricot Delight' - 1000 seeds approx. $1.65
~Foxglove 'Milk Chocolate'~
New in 2005! Very unusual dwarf plants with brightly packed stems over clump forming foliage. A short lived perennial or biennial. Prefers a well drained, partly shaded position. Hardy Perennial. Height to 60 cm (24 in).
Sow outdoors: April to July.
Sow indoors: April to July.
How to sow outdoors: Sow thinly in a prepared seed bed and cover with a fine layer of soil. Firm gently and keep moist.
How to sow indoors: Sow thinly in trays of seed compost, cover lightly with a fine layer of compost. Place in a cold frame or greenhouse.
How to grow outdoors: When large enough, thin to 5 cm (2 in) apart. Transplant 25 cm (10 in) apart in flowering position. Keep moist and weed free.
How to grow indoors: When large enough, thin to 5 cm (2 in) apart in trays. Transplant 25 cm (10 in) apart in flowering position in September to October.
Flowers: July-September the following year.
Useful Information: CAUTION: Toxic if eaten.
(0552J) Foxglove 'Milk Chocolate' - 150 seeds approx. $1.65
~Delphinium "Larkspur European Mixture"~
Larkspur, Delphiniums, are excellent in borders and great for cutting. If cut when 1/4 of flowers are open , they can last a week in water. Tall Spires Packed with Double Blooms Just Keep on Coming! Produces numerous many-branched stems with spurred flowers, Larkspur is not difficult to grow, asking only plenty of sun, some protection from wind, and cool temperatures. Plant seeds outdoors in late fall or early spring. (Seeds maybe started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost.) Delphinium prefers well-drained soil enriched with compost. Sow seeds, cover lightly with soil and keep moist until seedlings are established. Zones 3-7. Ht. 30-36". Final spacing of mature plants should be 10 inches. NOTE: Seeds/plants harmful if eaten.
(31710SS) Delphinium "European Mixture" Large Packet $2.25
~English Daisy~
Blooms spring 2"- 4" light shade or full sun. Profuse bright red and white cushion like flowers are a perfect accent for any border. 150 mg. packet.
(1138BI)English Daisy $1.79
~Blue Flax~
A drought resistant, sun loving graceful plant with clusters of sky blue flowers lasting 6-12 weeks. Blooms late spring to late summer. 1' - 2' tall. Sun to shade. Type: Perennial-"comes back" every year. Blooms second and successive seasons from tough, expanding clumps.
Native to: North American prairies
Where to grow it: All regions of North America
Bloom time and height: early season, 24"
Sun/Shade: full sun
How to Grow it: Prefers loose, dry soil, but is very adaptable. Flowers are startling blue on light, airy plants, but often close by noon. Great grown with daisies. Plant spring or fall.
Etc. This species is named "lewisii" in honor of Meriwether Lewis of Lewis & Clark, since it was discovered on their expedition across the plains.
(1016BI) Blue Flax $1.49
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~Gaillardia "Blanket Flower"~
Perrenial. This plant spreads about 12 to 15 inches wide, forming a compact mound with flowers held upturned on strong stems. Best of all, -- wherever you are, it can be, too! Zones 3 - 9
(GBF-SS) Gaillardia Large Packet $2.25
~Gaillardia Burgundy~
Features Wine red blooms in summer Full Sun Hardiness Zone 4 24 inches, 25 seeds per pack.
(GB-SS) Gallardia Burgandy $2.50
~Emilia Coccinea~
Lovely, reddish-orange, rounded flowers all summer on wiry stems. Exposure Full Sun. 50 seeds per pack. Height: 20 inches. Germination: Easy.
(EC-GG) Emilia Coccinea $3.75
~Phlomis russeliana "Jerusalem Sage"~
Phlomis russeliana Features Light Yellow flowers in whorls in Early Summer and prefers Full Sun. Hardiness Zone 4,Height: 30 inches. 10 seeds per pack.
(PRJS-SS) Phlomis resselina Jerusalem Sage $2.50
~Phlomis tuberosa~
A spectacular species, with rich, ruby red stems flanked in whorls of lipped, candy-pink flowers, against serrated, deep green foliage, for the perfect contrast. An easy to grow, long flowering, small shrub for the border. Sowing Time: February to June or September to October. Sow seed in pots or trays of moist seed compost and cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 59-68F. After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination can take 1-4 months. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 3in pots or trays. Gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 24in apart. For best results, provide any ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun. 10 seeds per pack. Flowers Late Spring to Summerand Height about 36 inches. Hardiness Rating: 5 6 7 8. Aftercare: Easy.
(PT-SS) Plomis tuberosa $2.50
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~King's Spear~
~Asphodeline lutea~
Asphodeline lutea Yellow Candle "King's Spear" is 30 in. Attractive, yellow star-like flowers on long spikes. Nice cutflower. Will flower May-June. Germination at 60°-65° 15 days. Perennial. Yellow flowers in summer and has Narrow Lily-like leaves and likes Full Sun. Hardiness Zone 5. 15 seeds per pack
(ALKS-SS) ASPHODELINE YELLOW CANDLE "King's Spear" $2.50
~Lady's Mantle Thriller~
~Alchemilla mollis~
This is a Botanical Interests 75 mg. packet. Perennial, Yellow-green, star shaped flowers, Summer, Full Sun, Partial Sun, 12"-18" tall. Zones 3-7. Lady's Mantle has a place in every garden. After a rain, attractive foliage holds droplets of water which glisten in the sun. Billowing heads of star-shaped, 1/8" yellow-green flowers are prized as a cut and dried flower.
Looks particularly wonderful as a border in front of tall perennials, particularly blue and purple flowered plants. Great cut flower.
(1082-BI) Lady's Mantle Thriller $1.75
~Liatris spicata "Kobold"~
Gayfeather
The Gayfeather performs best when it is grown in full sun, but will tolerate a bit of light shade. Liatris does not like soggy soil during the winter months so good drainage is extremely important. Once established, it is fairly drought tolerant. Large plumes of pink-purple stems.
The Liatris will tend to develop mildew if it has insufficient sunlight and air circulation, so be sure to give it plenty of room.
Gayfeather may be started from seeds sown indoors at 65-75 degrees or directly into the garden in early Spring, but they will not bloom until their second year. Germination takes from 20 to 45 days.
Large clumps should be dug and divided in the Spring, every three to four years. The divisions, or other new plants should be set 15 inches apart, in rich, slightly sandy soil.
(LGSK-SS) Liatris spicata "Kobold" $2.50
~Ligularia Stenocephala~
~"The Rocket"~
Perennial that prefers shade and features tapered spires of bright yellow flowers above large dark green leaves that resembles rockets on a launchpad. Needs lots of water. Blooms early to mid-summer. Grows 5-6' and needs plenty of room. Very hardy.
(LSTR-SS) Ligularia "The Rocket" Average 100 seed $4.00
~Ligularia Przewalskii~
Add some excitement into your garden! Huge spires of golden yellow flowers standing tall above the foliage are produced in abundance in late summer. Planted en masse, they are a garden designer's dream. Awesome blooms aren't the only reason to grow Ligularia, however. The huge leaves are palmately cut with deeply toothed margins and are supported by dark, purplish-black stems.
Ligularia. przewalskii, (Shavalski's Ligularia) has bright-green, large, deeply cut leaves. In mid summer, spikes of deep yellow, star-shaped flowers emerge from the foliage. These are large plants, need lots of room. Height of 5-6 feet, and will spread in a few years of years to form a mound 5 feet wide. Native to northern China, named after Russian explorer Nicolai Przewalski
(LP-SS) Ligularia Przewalskii Average 100 seed $4.00
~LUPINES "Russel Mix"~
Wonderful select strain of Lupines for a mass of colors and cutting beauty! Perrenial. One of the most decorative plants, thanks to it's tall stalks bearing large flowers in a number of brilliant colors. Spectacular spires of color. Very hardy, long-lived and low maintenance. Thrives on ample moisture and does best where summers are cool. Zones 4-8 All parts of this plant are poisonous. Mixed tall flower that creates great spikes of color. Perennial. Create a stunning scene with a bed of spectacularly colored lupines. The tall spires in shades of pink, rose, bronze, red and blue stand above attractive lobed foliage. Marvelous cut flowers. Blooms in early summer. Days to Sprout 14 - 28, Planting Depth .25 inches. Nick pointed end of seeds with a knife or soak seeds overnight in water. Plant seeds outdoors in early spring or late fall in well-drained soil enriched with compost. (Seeds may be started indoors in peat pots 6 to 8 weeks earlier.) Sow seeds, cover lightly with soil and keep moist until seedlings are established.
(3351SS) Lupine "European Mix" Large Packet $2.25
~Lobelia - Cardinal Flower~
Perennial with Dense flower spikes of bright red blooms are definate hummingbird magnets. Makes a striking accent or border plant. Great in groups. Ideal for hummingbird gardens and waterside settings. Grows to 30", prefers full sun to part shade. Prefers organic soil and moist conditions. Blooms in late summer. Bright red. 1/4 tsp. These seed are extremely tiny, so this is a lot of seed. Cardinal flower seeds are very small and germinate without pretreatment.
(LCF-1/4-SS)Lobelia Cardinal Flower $2.00
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~Monkshood~
~ACONITUM MONKSHOOD~
Another one of those dramatic perennials you MUST have for your perennial garden. Best in shade under trees or on the east or north side of a house. Can be grown in sun, but must be watered constantly. Note: All parts of this plant are poisonous, especially the roots. 100 species of summer to fall-flowering plants of great importance. Native from asiatic mountains to the Appalachians. The common name refers to the hooded, or helmet-shaped flowers, borne in erect racemes. Dark, delphinium-like leaves. For moist well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. All species are poisonous. Most should be sown as soon as possible from freshly harvested seed.
(MH-SS) ACONITUM MONKSHOOD $2.25
~Pasque Flower~~PULSATILLA vulgaris~
~PASQUE FLOWER Pink & Red Mix~
12 species of spring-flowering plants formerly in the genus Anemone. Ferny and silky foliage and highly ornamental feathery seed heads following flowering. For the rock garden or dry bank. Grow in full sun to part shade. PULSATILLA vulgaris Pink and Red mix. Family: RANUNCULACEAE This is a mix of various shades of pink as well as the red variety. Open pollinated. Easy, warm germinator.
(PVPF-SS) Pulsatilla vulgaris Red & Pink Mix 20 seeds $4.00
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~Phlox Drummondi~
Forms compact clusters covered with copious brightly colored flowers with a more or less intense center eye.
(32350-SS) Phlox Drummondi Large Packet $2.25
~Phlomis tuberosa~
A spectacular species, with rich, ruby red stems flanked in whorls of lipped, candy-pink flowers, against serrated, deep green foliage, for the perfect contrast. An easy to grow, long flowering, small shrub for the border. Sowing Time: February to June or September to October. Sow seed in pots or trays of moist seed compost and cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a temperature of between 59-68F. After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination can take 1-4 months. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 3in pots or trays. Gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 24in apart. For best results, provide any ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun. 10 seeds per pack. Flowers Late Spring to Summerand Height about 36 inches. Hardiness Rating: 5 6 7 8. Aftercare: Easy.
(PT-SS) Plomis tuberosa $2.50
~Polemonium boreale Heavenly Habit~
Glossy, fern-like foliage and large blue flowers with white centers and yellow eyes. Exposure Part Shade. Hardiness Zone 3. 30 seeds per pack. Height: 12 inches.
(PBHH-30-SS) Polemonium boreale Heavenly Habit $3.00
~ Poppy 'Perennial - Himalayan Blue~
Poppy 'Perennial - Himalayan Blue' - 75 seeds approx. The most prized poppy and well worth growing for its bold, vivid blue flowers and attractive flower stalks. Ideal in moist semi-shaded herbaceous borders, they require fertile soil and cool conditions. Hardy perennial to height 75-90cm (30-36in) and spread 30cm (12in).
(0211J) Poppy 'Perennial - Himalayan Blue $2.95
~Poppy 'Perennial - Paeony Black'~
Poppy 'Perennial - Paeony Black' - 750 seeds approx. Fantastic deep purple-maroon double flowers that look wonderful planted in drifts or in a border. Very easy to grow and a good combination when planted out with white or other light coloured poppies. Hardy annual to height 90cm (3ft) and spread 25cm (10in).
(0310J ) Poppy 'Perennial - Paeony Black' $2.50
~Poppy 'Perennial - Victoria Louise~
Poppy 'Perennial - Victoria Louise' - 500 seeds approx. New in 2005! Luxurious subtle pink flowers, punctuated by a dramatic black mark at the base of each petal, are produced on thick and sturdy stems. Perfect for herbaceous borders. Hardy perennial to height 80cm (32in) and spread 40cm (16in).
(0666J) Poppy 'Perennial - Victoria Louise $2.50
~Poppy "Shirley" Ornamental~
The most attractive single Poppy. Pink, red and salmon shading to white. Special European Mixture. Several weeks before last expected frost or in late summer, broadcast seeds over prepared soil. Firm by light tamping. When plants are 4 inches high, thin. Perennial. A touch of exotic in the gardens. The brilliance of huge silky petaled flowers makes a gorgeous splash of color in the garden. Days to Germination 12. Plant Height 30 inches. Grows Best in Full Sun. al. Surely everyone must love the Shirley poppy. Bright, double and semi-double blossoms almost 4 inches across dance atop long, wiry stems. The delicate, crinkly flowers in shades of red, salmon, pink and white are fine cut flowers, too. Blooms spring to early summer.
(3411-SS) Poppy "Shirley" Multicolor European Blend Large Packet $2.25
~California Poppy Mix~
Unique colors and forms dress up this variation of the American native. Semidouble flowers with pleated petals dance in warm tones of bright orange, burnt orange, yellow, cream, pink, creamy and mauve bicolor, and many intermediate shades. Fine, silver-green foliage. Hardy Annual. Silky, flowers bloom early on erect, slender stems above lacy blue-gray foliage. Compact plants are drought tolerant and sturdy despite their delicate appearance. California state flower. Days to Germination 14 - 21, Days to Bloom 70 - 90 Plant Height 12 - 18 inches, Grows Best in Full Sun. In early spring, sow in open ground well-exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. In mild climates, plant in fall or winter. When plants are 2 inches high, thin. Does not transplant easily.
(3191-SS) California Poppy Mix Large Packet $2.25
~Poppy Milkmaid~
New in 2005! Easy to grow and enchanting, creamy-white flowers with yellow at the base, flourish over finely cut blue-green foliage. Lovely in annual borders and containers. Hardy annual to height 30cm (12in) and spread 20cm (8in).
Sow outdoors: March to May and August to September directly into a seedbed in the flowering position.
How to sow outdoors: Sow seed thinly in rows spaced 20cm (8in) apart. Cover with 0.5cm (0.25in) fine soil and firm down gently, keeping moist and protected. Seedlings usually take 14-28 days to emerge.
How to grow outdoors: Thin seedlings when large enough to 15cm (6in) apart and keep moist and weed free. Protect late sowings with cloches in cold weather.
Flowers: June to October, possibly not until the year after sowing.
Useful Information: This variety makes an ideal contrast with other Californian Poppies of deeper colours, such as deep reds or apricots.
(249J)Poppy Milkmaid $$1.65
~Pride of Madeira~
Echium candicans
Pride of Madeira is a short-lived perennial or a bienniel that features lilac-blue spiked flowers in summer and prefers Full Sun. Hardiness Zone 9 and can reach a Height of 4 feet. 30 seeds per pack
(POM-SS) Pride of Madeira $2.50
~Rudbeckia Glorisa~
Multicolor European Import - Nice daisy mix. Tender perennial. Grow as annual in northern areas. 24-30" high. Flowers from early July to first frost; remove dead blossoms to encourage flowering. Brighten any flowerbed, meadow or roadside with this well-loved perennial's 2 to 4 inch blooms. Dark, dome-shaped centers are surrounded by bright orange-yellow petals. In a vase, flowers stay fresh-looking for a week or more. Blooms early summer to frost. Days to Sprout 14 - 28, Planting Depth 0.125 inches. Plant seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. (Seeds may be started indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost.) Where winters are mild, plant seeds outdoors in early fall. Scatter seeds, cover lightly with soil and keep moist until seedlings are established. After flowering, plants reseed themselves. At end of season, cut plants back to a height of 4-6 inches.
(34750SS) Rudbeckia Gloriosa European Mixture - Lagre Packet $2.25
~CLASPING CONEFLOWER~
~RUDBECKIA AMPLEXICAULIS~
18-24" tall with black, cone shaped heads and drooping, bright yellow rays. Annual. Excellent cut flower. Seeds Per Pack: 1,000
(TPF033-SM) CLASPING CONEFLOWER $5.00 Per Pack
~Scabiosa "Pincushion Flower"~
~Butterfly Blue~
Pincushion Flower - Scabiosa Columbaria, Perennial, Zones: 3 - 8, Height 16 inches, Blooms Mid Summer to Late Summer.
Full Sun to Partial Sun- Moist, but Well Drained
With a long blooming season, this compressed plant produces multipme blooms of blue tones.
The Perennial Plant Association has awarded the title Perennial Plant of the Year 2000 to Scabiosa columbaria 'Butterfly Blue'.
A member of the Dipsacaceae family, the nearly flat gray-green basal foliage of the pincushion flower hugs the ground. Lacy lavender-blue, two-inch flowers bloom on slender 12- to 15-inch stems from late spring through early fall. Flowering begins in mid-spring with repeated flowering throughout the growing season when consistently deadheaded. In some climates 'Butterfly Blue' flowers until late December. Pincushion flower derives its common name from the stamens which stand above the petals resembling pins stuck in a pincushion. The leaves are hairy, ovate to lance-shaped, with the upper foliage smaller and finely divided creating a mounded rosette six to eight inches high and 12 to 15 inches wide.
(SBB-1gr-SS) Scabiosa Butterfly Blue Average 200 seed $5.00
(SBB-25-SS) Scabiosa Butterfly Blue Average 25 seed $1.50
~Scabiosa "Pincushion Flower" Columbaria Purple~
Pincushion Flower - Scabiosa Columbaria, Perennial, Zones: 3 - 8, Height 16 inches, Blooms Mid Summer to Late Summer.
Full Sun to Partial Sun- Moist, but Well Drained
With a long blooming season, this compressed plant produces multipme blooms of purple-pink tones.
(SPF-25-SS) Scabiosa Columbaria Purple Average 25 seed $1.50
(SPF-1gr-SS) Scabiosa Columbaria Purple 1 gram Average 200 seed $5.00
~Sea Holly 'Perennial~
Sea Holly 'Perennial - 60 seeds approx. Spiky, glaucous blue flower bracts and thistle-like leaves make the Sea Holly a striking and interesting garden plant. Particularly useful in warm dry areas, the flowers can be cut for dried flower use or left in the garden to dry for delightful winter effect. Hardy perennial to height 60cm (24in) and spread 45cm (18in).
( 4814J) Sea Holly 'Perennial $2.50
~Wallflower English Bedder Blend~
This is a Botanical Interests 600 mg. packet. Perennial, Shades of yellow, orange, brown, and rust, Blooms in Spring Full Sun, Partial Sun, 8"-12" tall, Zones 3-8. If you have an English garden, this perennial is a must. Flowers are described as "velvety" and "rich in color" and are VERY fragrant, occurring in dense clusters on top of dwarf plants. An excellent plant for cool summer climates of the coast or mountains. A rock garden is not complete until an English Wallflower is included. A good cut flower.
(1094-BI) Wallflower English $1.50
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~Xerophhllum tenax~
~Turkey Beard~
This plant is on the endagered species list.
Virtually unavailable in the nursery trade, turkeybeard is a slow-growing and beautiful member of Lily family that resembles a sturdy blue-green grass when not in flower. Blooms arise on 3 foot stalks shagged with fine leaves and look like big creamy pompoms. The seedlings are rather delicate at first, and should be left in their seedling pot the first year.
Xerophyllum asphodeloides Turkey's Beard Evergreen grass like basal foliage with a tall stem reaching 4-5 ft tall with a ball of white flowers on top. This plant requires acid soil with a pH of 4.5, and very dry. Will grow in sun or shade. Be patient with this one, after you plant in the correct spot it will just kind of sit there for 2 or 3 years then it will take off. It is well worth the wait as it is a beautiful plant. Shade to Sun, Dry Acid Soil ph 4.5, Summer, 3-5 ft Tall, Zones 5-8.
Western North American native with tufts of stiff grasslike leaves and spiked, creamy white flowers.Exposure Full Sun.Hardiness Zone 3.Height: 30 inches. 20 seeds per pack.
(TBX-SS)Turkey Beard Average 20 seeds $3.00
~Yarrow White Milifoil~
This is a Botanical Interests 750 mg. packet. Perennial, Pure white, Blooms Late spring to summer, Full Sun, 1'-2' tall, 5' spread. Incredibily fast growing lawn substitute or ground cover for dry areas. Fire retardant. Winter hardy in any climate. Looking for a mat forming, weed suppressing ground cover? This is the plant for you! Positive attributes include fire resistance, drought tolerance, spreads rapidly, very cold hardy, and very easy to grow. Can be used as a lawn substitute. Will grow in acid or alkaline soils, but will not tolerate soggy conditions.
(1046-BI) Yarrow White $1.50
~Yarrow Anthea~
Yarrow - There are many different native and cultivated varieties of yarrow. Achillea commonly grows one to three feet tall and blooms from June to September. Individual flowers are about one-quarter inch in diameter and form together as a cyme (flat cluster), typically several inches in diameter. Shades of white, yellow, red, and pink are common flower colors, while the feathery or fern like foliage can range from true green to silver.
Environment and Care
Achillea is cold hardy to Zone 3 and is equally tolerant of heat. Yarrow grows best in well-drained soils and full sun. Shade and/or soils too rich or moist may reduce plant sturdiness and flowering.
Yarrow spreads by seed as well as rhizomes and can be quiet invasive. To prevent spreading by seed, flower heads should be cut after blooming. Cutting back flower clusters to the lateral branches also promotes increased flowering. After lateral flowers are done blooming the flower stems can be cut back to the basal foliage. Root pruning is also recommended to contain rampant growth and can be accomplished by splitting every two to four years in spring or fall.
Yarrow is resistant to most pest and disease problems. Animals do not tend to eat yarrow, but may occasionally eat the flowers. The foliage has been found to repel insects.
Uses
Yarrow is an herb that has many medicinal uses both internally and externally. It can be used to stop bleeding, to induce sweating, to induce digestion, and to ward off bacterial infection to name a few. If using the foliage as an herb, the best time to harvest is before the plant flowers. Flowers have the strongest herbal qualities. Both foliage and flower can be used as a food source, in salads, as a tea, in flavoring beer, or as a spice.
Being very aromatic, yarrow can also be used in potpourri or in dried flower arrangements. Color can be retained by cutting flower stems when individual flowers are just beginning to open and placing them upright in a small amount of water, letting the flowers dry as the water evaporates.
(YA-SS) Yarrow Anthea Average 100 seed $1.50
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