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2012 Perennial Flower Seeds
Varieties A thru C
Achillea Seeds
Summer Pastels
(Yarrow)
30 Pelleted Seeds
(535MG)
Hardy perennial. Strong-stemmed pastel flower clusters in a beautiful color range unusual for yarrow. Foliage is fragrant and lacy. Flowers first year from seed and will bloom continuously until heavy frost. Blooms faithfully year after year.
Ten days for germination. 120 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 inches. After all danger of frost, press seed into prepared soil. Do not cover. Needs light to germinate. Seeds are coated for ease of handling. For earlier bloom, start indoors 8 to 10 weeks prior to last anticipated frost. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant. In mild climates, sow between May and July for winter blooms.
Excellent for beds, cut flowers (fresh or dried). Will tolerate excessive moisture, prolonged droughts, and exposed coastal areas. Adaptable to conditions as variable as Alaska and Florida.
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Alyssum Seeds
Gold Dust
(Saxatile Compactum)
500MG
Hardy perennial. Masses of bright yellow flower clustered mounds with silver gray foliage appear in early spring and begin blooming very early; often with forsythia and tulips. Taller and more spreading than sweet alyssum.
Ten to 14 days for germination. 180-300 days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 12 inches. After all danger of frost, broadcast seeds over prepared beds in well-drained soil. For even distribution, mix seed with one cup of sand before sowing. Cover lightly. Firm by light tamping. Keep beds moist for a week or so to sprout seeds.
A staple flower of any rock garden or perennial planting. In mild temperature climates such as California, can bloom all year round. Ideal for borders, sunny banks and wall crevices.
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Black-Eyed Susan Seeds
(Rudbeckia Hirta)
125MG
Hardy perennial. A traditional garden favorite and one of the most loved wildflowers. Neat, magnificently brilliant black and gold flowers are borne on stately stems. Easy to grow.
Ten to 15 days for germination. 60 - 90 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 2 - 3 feet. After all danger of frost, broadcast seeds outdoors. Firm by light tamping. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant.
Blooms summer to fall. Excellent in beds and borders. Grows well throughout much of North America under a variety of conditions. Lovely for informal cut flower arrangements.
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Blanketflower Seeds
(Gaillardia Aristata)
200MG
Perennial. Large, daisy-like brilliantly colored flowers are invaluable for garden decor. Blooms profusely from early summer to late fall or hard frost. Drought tolerant. Fall planting will produce spring blossoms.
Seven to 15 days for germination. 90 - 180 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 - 30 inches. Broadcast seeds over bed. For even distribution, mix seed with cup of sand before sowing. Cover lightly. Firm by light tamping. Keep beds moist for a week or so to sprout seeds. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant.
Excellent for borders, rock gardens and beds. Good cut flowers. Remove faded blooms to encourage further flowering. Cut back stalks in fall and mulch. Good drainage in winter is essential.
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Butterfly Flower Seeds
(Asclepias Tuberosa)
145MG
Perennial. Bright orange flowers in summer, followed by pointed red pods. Tuberous rooted perennial with narrow foliage, upright and vigorous.
Twenty days for germination. 365 plus days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 2 - 3 feet. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/8 inch of soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats about 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. Cover with 1/8 inch soil. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant before they become crowded.
Great for cut arrangements. Mulch lightly to protect from severe winters.
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Cactus
Seeds
Mixed Varieties
150MG
Perennials. Interesting desert plant, requiring little moisture. Easily grown from seed for indoor pot plants or for outdoors in USDA Zones 1 and 2. Packet will produce approximately 15 plants.
Seven to 56 days for germination. 150 plus days for bloom. Plant heights vary. Grows best in full sun. Seed can be started indoors any time of year. Barely cover seed and water sparingly. Until seed germinates, keep planter covered with glass. Transplant seedling to individual pots. Or, transplant outdoors to a sunny, sheltered location.
Varieties include Saguaro, Hedgehog, Fishook Barrel, Organ Pipe, Dollar Prickly Pear, Desert Prickly Pear, Christmas Cholla, Cane Cholla, Santa Rita Prickly Pear, Cardo'n. Grows best in full sun.
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Carnation Seeds
Chabaud Giant
Mixed Colors
340MG
Half Hardy Perennial. Large flowers with delightful spicy, clovelike fragrance bloom first year in many shades of crimson, red, rose, pink, yellow and white. Prized for its long season of bloom.
Ten days for germination. 60 - 90 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 18 inches. For early bloom, start indoors. Or in mild climates, sow outdoors in fall. Thin or transplant when a few inches tall.
Superb for cut flower arrangements. Excellent for borders, bedding and indoor pot plants, where they'll flower much of the year.
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Carnation Seeds
Chabaud Giant
Red
200MG
Half Hardy Perennial. Large flowers with delightful spicy, clovelike fragrance bloom first year. Prized for its long season of bloom. Use individual colors to create your own color garden.
Ten days for germination. 70 - 90 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 18 to 24 inches. For early bloom, start indoors. Or in mild climates, sow outdoors in fall. Thin or transplant when a few inches tall.
Superb for cut flower arrangements. Excellent for borders, bedding and indoor pot plants, where they'll flower much of the year.
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Chinese Lantern Seeds
(Physalis Franchetti)
190MG
Perennial. "Chinese Lanterns" accurately describes the brilliant orange-red paper-like husks which enclose the berry. Cut the "Lanterns" for drying as soon as they have turned full color and prior to frost arriving in the fall.
Twenty to 30 days for germination. 60 - 90 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 inches. After all danger of frost, sow seeds in open ground in a sunny area. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin so plants are 18 inches apart.
Good to grow in large clumps to provide plenty of stems for cutting. Plant in spring or fall for bloom the following summer.
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Columbine Seeds
Dwarf Dragonfly Hybrid
Mixed Colors
80MG
Perennial. Lacy plants produce long-spurred, showy blossoms from late spring through early summer. Includes pure white, yellows, pinks, blues, purples and combinations.
Tweny-five days for germiantion. 240 days to bloom. Grows best in partial shade to a height of 15 to 20 inches. For earlier blooms, start indoors. Or after all danger of frost, sow outdoors. When plants are 3 inches tall, thin or transplant.
Pre-chill seed 7 -10 days to hasten germination. Plant in spring or fall to bloom the following year. If planted in fall, mulch to protect through the winter.
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Cupid's Dart Seeds
Blue
(Catanache Caerulea)
65MG
Perennial. Plants produce small blue daisies with an unusual dark eye. Flowers are on wiry stems above narrow, gray green leaves. Blooms first year if started early indoors.
Fifteen days for germination. 120 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 18 - 30 inches. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/8 inch of soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats about 6 to 8 weeks before last frost. Cover with 1/8 inch soil. When plants are a few inches high, thin or transplant before they become crowded.
Excellent in fresh and dried arrangements.
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