Dalmatian Foxglove offers uniformity, a great habit and early flowering, making it ideal for home and market growers. Blooms from seed the first year and produces beautiful purple bell-shaped petals with dark freckles within. Best when treated as a fall or spring-planted hardy annual, as winter survival is generally poor when treated as a perennial. Seed has been pelleted for ease of sowing.
Queeny Purple Hollyhock flowers are characterized by their stunning deep purple petals that form dense, spiky blooms atop tall, sturdy stems. Each flower boasts a prominent yellow center, adding a striking contrast to its rich hue. These flowers typically bloom in summer, attracting pollinators with their vibrant color and graceful appearance.
Arabesque Violet Penstemon flowers are a captivating variety known for their vibrant, deep violet blooms that create a striking contrast against their dark green, lance-shaped foliage. The tubular flowers, characteristic of the Penstemon genus, are arranged in elegant spikes that rise above the plant, drawing the eye with their rich color and graceful form. These blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract hummingbirds and bees, making them a lively addition to any garden. Arabesque Violet Penstemon thrives in sunny, well-drained areas and is valued for its resilience and long blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. This variety embodies a perfect blend of ornamental beauty and natural hardiness, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add a splash of red to their landscapes. All American Selection winner in 2014.
Salmon Pink Kimono is a uniform, dense flower that makes beautiful containers. Salmon Pink Kimono Celosia is ideal for extending the season and offers beautiful cut pink flowers. Kimono Celosia series is available in multiple colors that Urban Farmer offers.
The Five Spot Nemophila creates a beautiful carpet of many, unique white and purple blooms that is really a stunning sight to see. This variety is an annual wildflower that easily and quickly grows from its seeds. The Five Spot grows fast and blooms profusely, and then it dies back with the first frost of fall. This variety may re-seed itself if the seeds fall on bare ground.
The Galilee Pink Perfection larkspur is a botanical marvel, captivating gardeners with its ethereal beauty and delicate charm. Standing tall on slender, erect stems reaching heights of up to 3 to 4 feet, this larkspur variety commands attention with its graceful presence. Its lush, palmate leaves provide a verdant backdrop for the main attraction: the exquisite blossoms that adorn its elongated spikes. Each spike is bedecked with a profusion of cup-shaped flowers, their soft, pastel pink petals delicately unfurling to reveal a subtle hint of depth in their coloring. In late spring to early summer, the Galilee Pink Perfection larkspur bursts into full bloom, transforming garden landscapes with its enchanting display. The flowers, arranged densely along the stem, create a spectacle of color and elegance, attracting admiration from all who behold them. Their prolonged blooming period ensures an extended showcase of beauty, adding a touch of whimsy and romance to garden beds, borders, and cottage gardens alike. Cultivating the Galilee Pink Perfection larkspur is a joy for gardeners of all skill levels, as it thrives in well-drained soil and flourishes under full sun to partial shade. Its ease of care and exquisite blooms make it a prized addition to floral arrangements, bouquets, and garden landscapes. Furthermore, its allure extends beyond its aesthetic appeal, as it serves as a valuable resource for pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, contributing to the ecological diversity of the garden ecosystem. With its captivating beauty and effortless grace, the Galilee Pink Perfection larkspur remains a beloved favorite among flower enthusiasts and garden connoisseurs.
The Johnny Jump Up Viola is a beautiful little flower that will bring charm and grace to any summer landscape or hanging basket! This variety grows very easily from Viola seeds, and once established will even self-sow. The Johnny Jump Up is known for their spring beauty and is not invasive just delightful!
Little Bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) is a native North American prairie grass with a rich history as a foundational species in tallgrass ecosystems, valued for its resilience and ecological benefits. It features fine-textured, upright blue-green blades that turn striking shades of red, orange, and bronze in the fall, reaching about 2–4 feet tall. Adapted to a wide range of soils, it thrives in full sun with minimal water or fertilizer once established, making it ideal for xeriscaping and low-maintenance landscapes. Sow seeds directly in late fall or early spring; germination and establishment typically take 90–110 days. Little Bluestem is prized for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and ornamental appeal, while also serving as a larval host for several butterfly species and providing excellent winter interest.
The Common Asclepias, also known as Butterfly Weed or Common Milkweed, is the only plant that Monarch butterflies lay their eggs on! This variety provides an abundant food source for Monarchs, but have been declining in the recent years due in part to suburban development and the increased efficiency of herbicides. The Common Asclepias spreads readily by seed and underground rhizomes and its taproot can withstand drought. This Butterfly Weed is one of the easiest and fastest to establish of the Milkweeds. Enjoy watching beautiful Monarchs visit on a daily basis!
Arabesque Red Penstemon flowers are a captivating variety known for their vibrant, deep red blooms that create a striking contrast against their dark green, lance-shaped foliage. The tubular flowers, characteristic of the Penstemon genus, are arranged in elegant spikes that rise above the plant, drawing the eye with their rich color and graceful form. These blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract hummingbirds and bees, making them a lively addition to any garden. Arabesque Red Penstemon thrives in sunny, well-drained areas and is valued for its resilience and long blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. This variety embodies a perfect blend of ornamental beauty and natural hardiness, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add a splash of red to their landscapes. All American Selection winner in 2014.
The Dwarf Mix Cornflower blooms a beautiful combination of blue, pink, red and white colored blooms that are sure to please! This cornflower makes for a beautiful display of different colored flowers that are very attractive when cut or dried. The Dwarf Mix variety is also a very drought tolerant flower. This variety is an annual but will "naturalize" yearly when the seed drops. It readily comes back the next year to produce another crop of blue flowers. In warm climates, plant the Dward Mix in summer to early fall for a winter bloom.
The Stiff Goldenrod Solidago produces stunning, large and slightly flat golden flowers that are bee attracting powerhouses! These beautiful golden flowers bloom later in summer and into early fall. In fall, the leaves will turn a beautiful shade of red.
Marine Quartet sports strong stems that support beautiful sprays of sweetly-scented light pink flowers. Stock flowers are ideally suited for bouquets but can also be used as a spring bedding plant in some markets. Early to bloom in 13-15 weeks with 55% double flowers. Requires pinching of the first flower bud to force secondary bud development and spray-style flowers. Ht. 22–26". Avg. 15,600 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Swan Mix columbines is the best for bouquet cutting. Large, out-facing blooms of red, burgundy, blue or yellow with attractive cut-leaf foliage.
The Blackjack Viola is a favored trailing variety with attractive masked blooms of deep purple to black petals with bright yellow eyes. This Viola is great for hanging baskets!
Chief produces 2-7" vibrant orange-red colored blooms that are very well suited to production of cut flowers. Does great in high heat temperatures of greenhouses. Dense plantings of Chief produce strong stems and high quality cut flowers. Also known as cockscomb and crested cock's comb.
The pretty blossoms of Yellow (Coneflower) consists of bright skirts of hard to find yellow daisy-like petals surrounding a brown bristly center. This variety's deep taproot allows the coneflower to survive in very dry conditions, but it is also happy in humus-rich garden soil and full sun. The Yellow Coneflower is visited by nectar seeking butterflies in June and small seed eating birds in the fall.
Stop Sign blend is composed of red and white 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.
