From the first crocuses to emerge through the spring’s melting snow, through summer’s warmth and fall’s chill, flowers satisfy our need for beauty (while feeding our allies, the pollinators!).
Antirrhinum majus Long stems and vibrant colors: pink, red, yellow, orange, white and orchid on 2-3' plants. Ideal for cutting. Lasts 5-8 days.
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Convolvulus tricolor Each trumpet appears hand painted, with royal blue exteriors and iridescent white-to-gold centers. Eye-catching in beds, borders and pots. 18" tall bushes are covered in blooms all summer.
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Cosmos bipinnatus Delicate cosmos in rich hues ranging from burgundy to deep amber rose. The 2¼–3¼" flowers contrast nicely with bright green foliage. 3–4' tall.
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Helianthus annuus Ruby-red petals with lemon tips. Dark centers sometimes shade into pink. Gorgeous pollen-free 4-5" flowers on 6' branching plants.
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Celosia argentea var. spicata Upright 20-26" tall multi-branched wheat-type celosia produces showy spikes, light pink at the base turning to a deep rose-magenta at the tip. Green foliage starts at ground level.
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Zinnia elegans Even Gene, who doesn’t like gaudy zinnias, was attracted to Scarlet Flame’s elegant bright scarlet blooms. 3' stems. Predates 1934.
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Helianthus annuus Handsome single-headed 5' sunflower. Double ring surrounded by deep yellow petals makes a striking display. 8-10" blooms. A superb cutflower.
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Helianthus annuus These sunflowers have small dark centers and pointed petals in various hues including yellows, golds, maroons and reds. 6–7' tall.
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Helianthus annuus Deep orange petals, dark centers, and sturdy branching habit. Up to 25 4-6" blooms per plant, Perfect for cutting. 6' plant spreads 2-3'.
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Monarda punctata A whimsical beauty with complex blossoms and many culinary and medicinal uses. Its oregano-like aroma and flavor is lovely for tea and seasoning.
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Scabiosa stellata Delicate periwinkle flowers pass by into ethereal bronze globes of transparent seedheads studded with black stars. These papery pods add texture and interest to dried and fresh arrangements.
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Zinnia elegans Huge single and double blooms on 30" plants. Colors include red, magenta, purple, orange, lavender and pink. Our best-selling zinnia.
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Lathyrus odoratus Mix of blue, lavender, pink, purple, chocolate, orange and scarlet, streaked with white. Huge blossoms and great as a cutflower. Over 5' tall.
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Tithonia rotundifolia Stately 6' plants with velvety leaves bear scarlet-orange 4-5" blooms that attract hummingbirds and monarch butterflies. Popular variety.
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Salvia viridis White and blue flowers set off by large pink-to-purple bracts. Leaves entirely green. Remains colorful when dried. 18" stalks.
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Matthiola incana Fragrant mix of pink, lavender, red, rose, peach, yellow, copper and white bred for larger flowers and early bloom. Sturdy, well-branched. 15-20".
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Achillea millefolium Perennial grows 1-2', spreads slowly, preferring lean soil. Rich garden soil may produce lush 3' plants that need staking. Zone 2.
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Zinnia elegans Semi-double 3-4" blooms. Glowing magenta centers, rose petals with yellow tips. Well-branched and profuse. Long-lasting. 2-3'.
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Sorghum bicolor Sprays of ornamental seedheads in gold, bronze, brown, black, burgundy, red and cream are great for making natural straw brooms and classic autumnal displays. Small shiny seeds are beloved by birds.
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Bupleurum griffithii Everlasting annual. Features round leaves and unusual yellowish flowers air dry perfectly, retaining their color. Great filler for bouquets.
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Campanula carpatica Perennial. Also known as Bellflower or Carpathian Harebell. Masses of light azure bellflowers above a tidy mound of foliage. Pelleted for ease of sowing.
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