The soft, golden cushion-like blooms of the Teddy Bear Sunflower make for wonderful cut flowers that will brighten up any home! These smaller sunflowers are ideal to use as a border around larger flowers or in a patio container. Enjoy the Teddy Bear's blooms during the spring and into the summer! Popular among kids, this sun-loving annual sunflower is easy to grow.
Baby Blue Eyes Nemophila is a quick growing low carpet blooms that fade from dark blue to sky blue centers and is often seen in the blooming in spring. This variety is an annual that is a profuse bloomer of simple flowers. The Baby Blue Eyes is known to re-seed itself for a display the following spring.
The Komachi Balloon Flower is an exotic baby blue bellflower that kinda resembles many tiny colorful umbrellas from above! These compact plants can reach to be 18 inches tall and produce unopened buds with puffed out petals. This eye-catching display is sure to stand out in any garden! The Komachi Balloon Flower thrives in a sunny garden or as a cut flower in a vase.
Junior is a miniature sunflower ideally suited for pots or as a front row flower in the garden. This sunflower rarely gets over knee high. Grow three plants in an 8 inch pot for a profusion of yellow sunflower color on these branching plants. Since its flowers are pollenless Junior is ideal for the coffee or dining table. They flower fast and easy. Flower are yellow with brown centers.
Iron Marine stock offers dependable, florist-grade quality in an early, single-stem (column-type) series bred for uniform, one-cut harvests. True to its name, it produces strong, straight, and rigid stems that hold up well through production and handling. The Iron series has shown excellent performance in spring, early summer, and fall plantings, with the ability to achieve up to 55% double flowers without selection, or fully selectable for doubles. Dense, closely set florets form compact 1½–2 inch blooms in soft blush to rose pink, creating a full, refined look. This variety produces only one flowering stem per plant, and pinching is not recommended, as it will stop flowering.
The chocolatey brown and honey gold petals of the Shock-o-lat adds rich "shocking" shades to any bouquet, as this sunflower makes for a great cut flower! It is suitable for fresh and dried arrangements. This sunflower blooms in the summer and can reach up to 6 feet tall, so it might need staking to hold up its big heavy blooms. The Shock-o-lat is easy to grow and perfect for attracting birds away from other plants in the garden.
We knew this sunflower was something special the moment it opened in our trial beds. Just Crazy lives up to its name, with bold, ruffled petals flying in every direction and a look you don’t see every day. It’s the kind of flower that makes people stop, stare, and ask where you found it—feel free to send them our way. We’re always searching for sunflowers that break the mold, and this one is pure conversation fuel. Branching plants keep the color coming with an extended bloom window, forming a vibrant mass of orange at peak display. Expect plants to stand about 4–5 feet tall and start flowering in 55–60 days. The pollen-free blooms still offer plenty of nectar, making them a welcome stop for pollinators.
Dotted Blazing Star (Liatris punctata) is a hardy native perennial of the Great Plains and central U.S., historically thriving in dry prairies, foothills, and rangelands where its exceptionally deep root system—often reaching several feet down—helped it endure drought and grazing. This species is known for its compact stature and dense spikes of bright purple, “dotted” flower clusters spaced neatly along the stem, each rich in nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and especially migrating monarchs. Its narrow, grass-like leaves form a tidy clump, and the plant’s rugged nature makes it well suited to xeriscapes, wildflower gardens, and restoration projects. To grow Dotted Blazing Star, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained, even rocky or sandy soil, allowing for natural winter stratification or chilling seeds before planting; once established, it is long-lived, low-maintenance, and reliably blooms each late summer with vibrant color.
Polar Star Hollyhock (Alcea rosea 'Polarstar') is an elegant, tall perennial known for its large, pure white, single blooms that bring a luminous, refreshing presence to garden landscapes. Part of the "Spotlight Series," this variety combines the traditional charm of hollyhocks with improved vigor and disease resistance, especially against rust. Growing up to 5 to 6 feet tall, Polar Star makes a stunning backdrop in borders or cottage gardens, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Its striking white flowers not only provide a beautiful contrast to darker blooms but also attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing both visual appeal and garden health.
Blueberry Cheesecake mix is composed of white, purple and lavender zinnia varieties. This mixture produces beautiful blooms of semi-double to double flowers on each stem. Zinnias are a perfect choice for any cut flower grower and even attract butterflies to your garden. Large, colorful blooms lend cheer and texture to bouquets and floral arrangements. Spread at 19 lbs per acre or 7 ounces per 1,000 sq.ft.
A magnet for bees and butterflies, this standout perennial brings bold color and unforgettable texture to bouquets, borders, and feature beds. Its oversized, metallic-blue blooms shimmer in the sunlight, creating a striking display that catches the eye from across the garden. Tough and dependable, it thrives with minimal care, standing strong through heat and dry spells. Adaptable to a wide range of soils—including sandy ground—this long-lasting beauty delivers season after season with little effort. Blue color of plant may vary depending on soil types.
Mingus Alex is a striking dinnerplate dahlia known for its huge, velvety deep red blooms that bring bold color and elegance to the late-summer garden. The flowers can reach up to 8 inches across, creating a dramatic display that easily becomes the focal point of a border or flower bed. With blooms nearly the size of a dinner plate, this variety truly stands out in the landscape. Despite their impressive size, these dahlias are easy to grow and will continue flowering from mid to late summer until the first frost. They also make outstanding cut flowers for large arrangements, and deer usually tend to leave them alone.
These stunning 4" bronze ball blooms stand out with their perfectly rounded shape and rich, warm tones. The plants stay compact and sturdy, reaching about 3½ feet tall, making them easy to grow and ideal for garden beds or cutting gardens. Their fashionable salmon-bronze color adds a beautiful touch to late-summer and fall bouquets, especially in autumn arrangements. Easy to grow and highly productive, they thrive in full sun and reward gardeners with an abundance of excellent cut flowers throughout the season.
Mars Magic Hollyhock (Alcea rosea 'Mars Magic') is a vibrant, tall perennial prized for its rich, bright red, saucer-shaped flowers that bloom on sturdy, upright spikes throughout the summer. A member of the "Spotlight Series," this variety is known for its strong, single blooms and improved resistance to rust, making it a more resilient choice for cottage gardens and mixed borders. Reaching heights of 5 to 6 feet, Mars Magic adds bold vertical interest and color, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil. Its nectar-rich flowers attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, making it as beneficial as it is beautiful.
The easy to grow Earthwalker Sunflower adds a beautiful warm pop of burnt orange, coppery brown and rusty red to any garden or bouquet! This sunflower has multiple side branches and can grow up to 6 feet tall. The Earthwalker is a sun-loving annual that is ideal for most soil types. Enjoy the beautiful blooms all summer long and into early fall!
The Thomas Edison dahlia is a classic American variety that was first introduced in 1929 and is still widely regarded as one of the finest purple dinnerplate dahlias available. This vigorous plant grows strong and produces an abundance of large, rich purple blooms throughout the season. Its impressive flowers make it an excellent choice for the back of perennial borders, where it can add height and bold color, and it’s also a favorite for cutting gardens thanks to its steady supply of beautiful blooms.
Franz Kafka’ is a charming miniature pompon dahlia known for its perfectly round, 2–3 inch blooms in a rich lilac-pink color. The plants typically grow 3–4 feet tall and produce a steady supply of flowers that are excellent for cutting. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soil, this variety blooms from midsummer until the first frost. For best results, plant the tubers 4–6 inches deep after the last danger of frost. In colder regions (zones 3–7), the tubers should be dug up and stored indoors over winter.
Striking, bi-colored tassels in lime green and raspberry-rose cascade like braided ropes, giving this heirloom amaranth a bold, eye-catching presence. A favorite for direct sowing, it offers both trailing and upright forms that bring movement and texture designers love. Pinch plants at 9 inches to encourage multiple stems and fuller growth. Fast to develop in the heat of summer, its multi-hued blooms make dramatic additions to large bouquets. In the garden, it pairs beautifully with tall, airy companions like cleome, adding depth and visual interest to borders and cutting beds alike.
