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2012 Perennial Flower Seeds
Varieties P thru Z
Painted Daisy Seeds
(Pyrethrum)
Single Mixed Colors
140MG
Perennial. Large flowers in brilliant shades of rose and scarlet with small yellow centers bloom on long stems. Plants have leathery foliage. For best effect, group three to six plants as accents among annuals.
Fourteen to 21 days for germination. 180 - 300 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 inches. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. For earlier blooms, start indoors in flats about 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. When plants are 4 inches high, thin or transplant.
Excellent cut flower.
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Poppy Seeds
Iceland
Mixed Colors
210MG
Perennial. Slender stems bear large flowers like crinkled silk in charming pastel shades of creamy white, coral, salmon pink, rose, lemon and deep orange. Lives through very cold winters and blossoms in most areas in late spring.
Seven to 14 days for germination. 180 - 300 days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 2 feet. Several weeks before the last expected frost or in late summer, broadcast seeds over prepared soil. Firm by light tamping. When plants are 4 inches high, thin.
Use in borders mixed with Baby's Breath - Gypsophila. Lovely massed in beds and ideal for rock gardens. In California and Southwest US grow for winter bloom.
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Poppy Seeds
Oriental Orange Scarlet
140MG
Perennial. A touch of exotic in the gardens. The brilliance of huge silky petaled flowers makes a gorgeous splash of color in the garden.
Twelve days for germination. 365+ days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 2 1/2 feet. Several weeks before the last expected frost or in late summer, broadcast seeds over prepared soil. Firm by light tamping. When plants are 4 inches high, thin.
Excellent for rock gardens, or lovely massed in beds. Needs winter dormant period for long life.
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Poppy Seeds
Oriental Red Perennial
100MG
Perennial. A superb Poppy! The brilliance of huge, crinkled silk-like flowers accented by the strongly contrasting blue-black of the petal bases, makes a gorgeous splash of color in the garden.
Twelve days for germination. 180 - 300 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 2 1/2 feet. Several weeks before the last expected frost or in late summer, broadcast seeds over prepared soil. Firm by light tamping. When plants are 4 inches high, thin.
Excellent for rock gardens, or lovely massed in beds. Needs winter dormant period for long life.
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Primrose
Seeds
Showy Evening
(Oenothera Speciosa)
150MG
Perennial. Showy, soft pink single flowers appear in late spring to midsummer. Drought tolerant. Native to Kansas and Missouri south to Mexico. Easily adaptable through the Southeastern U.S., west to Southern California.
Twenty-one to 28 days for germination. 120 - 130 days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 8 - 14 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.
Its masses of flowers, deep root structure and preference for sandy soils make it useful for landscaping as well as erosion control. Avoid clay soils. Can become aggressive.
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Primrose Seeds
Sundrops
(Oenothera Missouriensis)
400MG
Perennial. Native to the midwestern United States from Nebraska south to Texas, but easily adaptable in other states. Fragrant 4 to 6 inch yellow blossoms flower throughout the summer. Drought tolerant.
Ten to 14 days for germination. 120 - 130 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 8 - 12 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 hillsides, ground cover, prairies. Not fussy about soil, but difficult to transplant. Prefers dry conditions. Can become aggressive.
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Purple Coneflower Seeds
(Echinacea)
300MG
Perennial. Drought resistant. Showy, dark cone-shaped center with purple petals identifies this popular "Prairie Wildflower".
Ten to 12 days for germination. 60 - 90 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 30 - 42 inches. 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.
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Red Hot Poker Seeds
Tritoma
120MG
Perennial. Red "Poker-like" flower clusters. Commonly called "Torch Lily". Plants grow in large clumps with dagger-like leaves. Unusual shaped flower heads of orange, red, and yellow are quite exotic-looking in the summer garden.
Fourteen to 21 days for germination. 135 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 - 28 inches. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch of soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats about 4 weeks before last frost. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. When plants are 3 inches high, thin or transplant.
Plant in bold clumps by themselves or in borders with other flowers. Makes nice additions to bouquets.
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Salvia Seeds
Blue Bedder (Sage)
125MG
Perennial. This hardy sage has a delicate silver-blue color all its own. The flower spikes are slender but almost 12 inches long. Beautiful with yellow Redbeckia.
Two weeks for germination. 90 days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 3 to 4 feet. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. For earlier blooms, start indoors in flats about 6 to 8 weeks prior to last expected frost. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. When plants are 2 inches high, thin or transplant.
Silver-blue color used widely by florists or as a blue summer flower for mass plantings. Very hardy. May be dried for winter bouquets. Plant in spring or fall for bloom the following summer.
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Shasta Daisy Seeds
Alaska
250MG
Perennial. Pure glistening white flowers, 4 to 5 inches across with butter yellow centers. Each plant sends up dozens of tall, sturdy stems from a clean, dark green bush. Blooms second season from sowing.
Fourteen to 21 days for germination. 180 - 300 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 24 inches. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. When plants are 3 inches high, thin.
Attractive for borders and beds. Excellent for cut flowers. To prolong season of bloom, pick faded blossoms. Divide clumps every 3 or 4 years. Cover with straw in areas with severe winters.
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Sunflower Seeds
Summer Sun (Ox-Eye)
150MG
Perennial. Warm, orange, single to semi-double flowers with overlapping petals. Easy to grow.
Ten to 18 days for germination. 120 days to bloom. Grows best in full sun to a height of 36 to 72 inches. After all danger of frost, sow in open ground well exposed. Cover with 1/16 inch soil. When plants are 4 inches high, thin. Needs lots of water.
Plants are tall, so allow plenty of room in the background or in a sunny corner Excellent flowers.
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Viola Seeds
Cornuta
Mixed Colors
150MG
Perennial. Charming, small flowers in jewel-like shades of scarlet, yellow, apricot, blue, violet and white. This "Tufted Pansy" blooms profusely over a long period and withstands heat and cold better than ordinary Pansies.
Ten to 20 days for germination. 80 - 100 days to bloom. Grows best in sun or partial shade to a height of 6 inches. Sow in open ground; will tolerate light frost. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. For earlier bloom, start indoors in flats about 10 to 12 weeks before last frost. Cover with 1/4 inch soil. When plants are a few inches high, thin or transplant. In Zone 1, start in fall for winter / spring bloom.
Ideal for edgings, planters and hanging baskets. Use as flowers for petite bouquets. Enchanting on slopes and rock gardens. Keep moist and remove faded flowers to prolong bloom.
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