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 2ā4 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 90ā110 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 Santa Fe Sunset F1 Sunflower is a gorgeous single bloom variety with light orange to deep burgundy petals resembling a sunset. This pollen-less variety grows to be 5 to 6 feet tall that is multi-heading so you can continue to cut the side branches up to a month. This stunning sunflower can be used for home gardening or market growing.
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.
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.
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. 22ā26". Avg. 15,600 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Lemon Pixie is a dwarf sunflower with beautiful light lemon petals! Lemon Pixie is a very compact branching mini that is loaded with lemon flowers creating a carpet of bright color. Itās perfect for pots or in border plantings maintaining a round bushy appearance throughout flowering. Ht. 12-24". Avg. 1,200 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Classic bicolor variety, now with downy mildew resistance. A beautiful burst of bronzy red on orange tipped petals makes ProCutĀ® BiColor unique. ProCutĀ® BiColor is perfect for bouquets. Can be arranged by itself or with other flowers. When you think about autumn colors, you have to include ProCutĀ® BiColor in your planting. These sunflowers are absolutely the best single stem cutting bicolor sunflower available to growers. Like all the ProCuts, it is pollenless.
The Burning Love Lychnis is a vibrantly beautiful red flower with a unique shape that attracts many pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. This variety is a dwarf form of the Maltese cross that blooms the first year from seed. Enjoy the winter hardy bright scarlet blooms from May to August on its tall plants.
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!
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.
Swan Mix columbines is the best for bouquet cutting. Large, out-facing blooms of red, burgundy, blue or yellow with attractive cut-leaf foliage.
A beautiful flower that can be used for fresh or dry cut-flower arrangements. Beautiful dark green foliage and symmetric buds add structure to mixed bouquets. Combines very well with sunflower cuts. Also known as safflower.
The Pixie Delight Lupine is an annual lupine that is native to Mexico that produces lovely white, pink, violet and blue flower spikes. This variety tolerates poor soils and dry to moderate moisture. The Pixie Delight grows best in full to part sun.
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.
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 Empress of India Dwarf Nasturtium produces a dark green foliage with stunning scarlet blooms that are very pleasing to the eye! Its scarlet flowers stand out amid the foliage of this old-fashioned favorite making it the perfect addition to any garden. You can use the leaves and pods in salads or as garnishes. The compact, mounded plant habit makes it especially suitable for containers or as an edging plant.
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 Monster series strawflowers are high yielding produces of fresh cut or dried arrangements. Blooms have deep red tips that turn yellow toward the center. The Fireball Red variety produces extra large double blooms with long and strong stems. Blooms reach 2ā2 1/2" across.