Billy Balls, scientifically known as Craspedia globosa, are unique and charming flowering plants that belong to the Asteraceae family. Native to Australia and New Zealand, these distinctive plants have gained popularity in floral arrangements and gardens around the world due to their eye-catching appearance. They are commonly referred to as "billy buttons" or "drumstick flowers." Billy Balls are known for their spherical, globe-shaped flower heads, which consist of densely packed, tiny yellow florets. These flowers have a long history, dating back to their indigenous use by Australian Aboriginal people for various purposes, including medicinal and decorative uses. In modern times, they are prized as a cut flower, adorning bouquets and arrangements with their whimsical and playful appearance. When grown as cut flowers, Billy Balls typically reach a height of 12 to 24 inches (30 to 60 cm) and have sturdy, slender stems that make them ideal for floral designs. They have a unique and distinctive appearance, with their spherical, golf ball-sized flower heads perched atop long, wiry stems. It usually takes about 70 to 90 days from seed sowing to maturity, making them a relatively quick-growing flower. Billy Balls are most commonly found in shades of vibrant yellow, but they can also be found in other colors such as white and orange. They are typically grown from seeds, which should be sown in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Space the seeds or seedlings about 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm) apart to ensure proper air circulation and growth. These plants thrive in well-drained soil and prefer a sunny spot in the garden. With their striking appearance and relatively easy cultivation, Billy Balls have become a favorite addition to both gardens and floral arrangements.
White Profusion is a beautiful zinnia with bright white petals. A popular variety for greenhouse growers, containers and in the garden. Excellent disease resistance and uniformity. Also does very well in extreme heat and drought tolerant. Compact growth and excellent performance allow it to grow in all climates. Ht. 14-18". Avg. 2,750 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Comfrey is a hardy, drought tolerant plant that is easy to start from seed. A clumping herb comprised of multiple stalks, prefers well drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Grows between 36-48 inches. Comfrey will put nutrients into the soil, mulch trees, and shrubs, prevent weeds, feed livestock, attract beneficial pollinators, and make quick compost tea. Comfrey seed is by nature a low germination seed. On average expect 25% germination. It can also take 3-4 weeks for a comfrey seed to germinate.
Rosita 2 Sapphire is your standard in double flowered lisianthus. Petals have a deep purple color with top flowering and strong stems. This is truly a great cutting flower often times getting mistaken for roses. Rosita 2 is suitable for spring and early summer flowering. Enjoy the excellent vase life with these medium-sized, rose-shaped flowers and more useable buds. Pelleted Seed Ht. 24–36". Avg. 42,200 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Rosita 2 Blue Picotee is your standard in double flowered lisianthus. Thick blueish-purple tips that melt to white centers, top flowering and strong stems it is easy to transport the flowers. Rosita 2 is suitable for spring and early summer flowering. Enjoy the excellent vase life with these medium-sized, rose-shaped flowers and more useable buds. Pelleted Seed Ht. 24–36". Avg. 42,200 seeds/oz. Packet: 20 seeds.
ProCut® Orange is the original beauty. This is the perfect cutting sunflower that everyone should grow. Perfectly shaped overlapping orange petals that surround a pollenless dark brown center disc define the beauty of ProCut ®Orange. This is a true day neutral cultivar that flowers quickly at all latitudes, and we agree. ProCut® Orange is the first choice of professional and hobby growers everywhere who are looking for that traditional sunflower appearance.
Little SnapPea Crunch is perfect for smaller gardens or container growing! These pea plants are compact yet very productive. Little SnapPea Crunch produces crunchy, sweet, juicy, edible pod peas in about 58-60 days. These peas do well as the weather warms and pea shoots, mature in 13 days and displays very short internodes. Leaves are great as a garnish or as a stand-alone salad green.
Crunchy Red produces large tops and very uniform dark red, round roots. This variety is very slow to develop pith. It performs well under cool conditions. It’s usually a few days earlier than standard varieties. Crunchy Red is desirable where larger roots are required.
Bonita Rose Aster produces beautiful, fully-double pompon flowers that that turn completely dark pink. The rose flowers reach up to 2" in diameter and remain attractive even when aging. Rose Bonita’s flowers are held at a perfect angle for maximum impact. Bonita has fusarium resistance.
Bonita Blue Aster produces beautiful, fully-double pompon flowers that that turn completely blue. The blue flowers reach up to 2" in diameter and remain attractive even when aging. Blue Bonita’s flowers are held at a perfect angle for maximum impact. Bonita has fusarium resistance.
Bonita White Aster produces beautiful, fully-double pompon flowers that that turn completely white. The white flowers reach up to 2" in diameter and remain attractive even when aging. White Bonita’s flowers are held at a perfect angle for maximum impact. Bonita has fusarium resistance.
Silver Dollar Eucalyptus, scientifically known as Eucalyptus cinerea, is a striking evergreen tree prized for its distinctive, rounded leaves that resemble silver coins, giving it its common name. Native to Australia, this fast-growing tree can reach heights of up to 30 feet, although it is often cultivated as a smaller shrub in gardens. The leaves are a soft gray-green color, with a waxy texture that adds to their visual appeal and resilience in various climates. Also know as Redbox. Silver Dollar Eucalyptus is particularly valued for its aromatic foliage, which emits a fresh, minty fragrance when brushed or crushed. This makes it a popular choice for landscaping and floral arrangements. The tree produces small, cup-shaped flowers that are generally less showy but attract pollinators. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adapting well to a range of conditions. With its unique foliage and pleasant scent, Silver Dollar Eucalyptus is a favorite for both ornamental gardens and as a cut foliage in floral displays.
'Baby Blue' is a common florist's staple as a bouquet filler. This plant is known for its long stems with rounded leaves in shades of dusty green. Great for bouquets, wreaths or drying. Eucalyptus has a lovely menthol-like fragrance. A tender perennial in USDA zones 9–11 but mainly grown by florist as an annual. As an annual, plants reach about 24"–48", but it can become a 35'-tall tree over time where perennial. This plant is very drought and heat tolerant once established.
China Coast is a medium-maturing hybrid with dark green color. It has good uniformity and large frame with good weight. Used for main season through Fall
A high yielder of button-like blooms. An excellent filler for bouquets and vases. Blends well with other cut-flowers. An upright plant with lots of strong stems that carry .5-1" yellow centers that lighten as they get to the tip of the petals. Also known as feverfew. Seed has been pelleted for ease of sowing.
White Campanula is a fast-finishing, high-yielding Champion Pro series produces smaller but higher yields of blooms per stem. The higher amounts of white flowers a more vibrant color impact. Champion Pro also offers firmer flower petals and thinner more flexible stems. White Champion Pro flowers can be either the focal point or filler in cut flower arrangements. Pelleted Seed
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.
Juicy and flavorful. Beautiful 8" roots that resist greening and are smooth with a nice orange color throughout. True carrot flavor and a crunchy, juicy texture. Less susceptible to fungal attacks as the foliage grows very upright. An overall great carrot ideal for both home and market gardens.
