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Cardinal Flower Seeds
★★★★★
Prices start at : 4.95 USD / Packet

Must have damp soil, sun or shade. "Cardinal-flowers kindle their spiral flames, and illuminate the dark nooks among the shrubbery." ...Nathanial Hawthorne, "The Old Manse" Almost always called "America's most vivid wildflower", this very famous plant...
  • Botanical Name: Lobelia cardinalis
  • Common Name: Cardinal Flower
  • Bloom Time: Late summer
  • Is It Storable?: Yes- You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations.
  • Flower Color: Red
  • Soil Moisture: Average, Moist/Wet
Vermont
Shelburne
Red Wings in the Air and Garden: Cardinal Songbirds and Cardinal Flowers
In winter, especially in northern climates, mulch well to protect the crowns of this short-lived perennial.In order to have a healthy stand of lobelia's every season, reseed the plants biannually.
California
El Segundo
Crystal Palace Lobelia Seeds
Prices start at : 7.95 USD / 1-16-oz

14-20 days, 70-80°F. (5”) Crystal Palace upright type lobelia is an early blooming dwarf variety that has dark blue flowers and bronze green foliage on sturdy compact plants. 750,000-1,000,000 seeds/oz.
  • weight: .0625 lbs
Connecticut
East Hartford
Cobalt Blue Lobelia Seeds
Prices start at : 7.95 USD / 1-32-oz

Erinus) Annual. 14-20 days, 70-80°F. 750,000-1,000,000 seeds/oz. Plant in full sun to partial shade. (5” tall, spreads 6-8”) Cobalt Blue is a trailing type lobelia with early, mid-blue blooms.
  • weight: .0625 lbs
Connecticut
East Hartford
Blue Cardinal Flower Seeds
★★★★★
Prices start at : 3.95 USD / Packet

This beauty is often called "Blue Cardinal Flower" since it is often planted with its famous red cousin.
  • Non-GMO: Yes
  • Seeds Per Pound: 6400000
  • Common Name: Blue Cardinal Flower
  • Native To: Eastern and Central United States
  • Seeds Per Packet: 750
  • Seed Life Cycle: Perennials
Vermont
Shelburne
Pale Spiked Lobelia Seeds
Prices start at : 3.95 USD / Packet

This deer-resistant beauty boasts shorter, spiky-blooms with pale-purple flowers. Blooming in the summer through fall, Pale Spiked Lobelia is a favorite with pollinators and can tolerate drier conditions than other Lobelia.
  • Ideal Region: Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, West, Pacific Northwest
  • Native: Yes
  • Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
  • Is It Storable?: Yes - You can store your seed in any cool (not freezing) dry place that is not subject to extreme temperature variations.
  • Flower Color: Purple
  • Mature Plant Size: 24" tall
Vermont
Shelburne
Annual Lobelia Plant: How To Grow Lobelia
Interesting enough, the name of Indian tobacco derived from the fact that Native Americans once smoked lobelia plant to treat asthma. Some of these even include biennial species. Although not necessary, you can
Ohio
Willoughby
Cutting Back Lobelia: When Should I Prune My Lobelia Plants
Pinch newly planted lobelia when they recover from transplanting.Do the major pruning or cutting back after the plants stop blooming.freestar.queue.push(function() { googletag.display("div-gpt-ad-300x250-ATF-1"); });means taking off the tips and top two...
Ohio
Willoughby
Lobelia Browning: Why Lobelia Plants Turn Brown
Lobelia with brown leaves but healthy stems may have been exposed to too much sun or simply not watered enough. Lobelia browning is a common problem with many different causes. Once larvae are inside it's hard to treat them, but preventative sprays of...
Ohio
Willoughby
The Flower of Distinction: Cardinal flower
We had not gone very far when we heard the rustling begin behind us. I saw the ugliest sight I had ever seen coming straight toward me, and it wasn't Joe Devlin. She didn't even have flowers growing in her yard unless I planted them there.
California
El Segundo
Northwind Switch Grass
Prices start at : 55.95 USD / #2 Container range: 1.2 - 1.8 gallons (5 - 8 liters)

The foliage is deep green during the growing season turning golden in the fall. 'Northwind' prefers full sun, and moist, fertile soil; however, the plant will tolerate sand, heavy clay, dry slopes and boggy areas.
  • Botanical Name: Panicum virgatum 'Northwind'
  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
  • Foliage: Deep Green
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Growth Rate: Medium
  • Soil Type: Well Drained
Nebraska
Omaha
Porcupine Grass
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

These leaves make this ornamental grass stand out anywhere! Silvery white plumes rise 4 feet above the foliage in fall. This Porcupine Stands Out The Grass 'Porcupine', Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus', has green leaves with cream colored horizontal bands.
  • Mature Spread: 3 - 4 feet
  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
  • Foliage: Green
  • Botanical Name: Miscanthus sinensis 'Strictus'
  • Soil Type: Well Drained
Nebraska
Omaha
St John\'s Wort Pumpkin (Hypericum)
Prices start at : 42.95 USD / 3 Gal

Branches hold up extremely well once cut, and berries retain their bright color. Fall pruning, especially in warmer climates, can result in a quick flush of new growth that prevents dormancy and makes winter freezes potentially deadly.
Maryland
Bowie
Maiden Grass
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

The hardiness, the fine foliage and the spectacular fall colors have made 'Gracillimus' a favorite and very popular for years! Plant in spring or early summer when the soil is warm as the roots will grow only in warm soil.
  • Soil Type: Well Drained
  • Foliage: Silvery Green
  • Flower Color: White
  • Growth Rate: Medium
  • Mature Height: 4 - 6 feet
Nebraska
Omaha
Heuchera Autumn Bride
Prices start at : 24.95 USD / 1 GAL

Be careful with products such as miracle-grow as these products can burn newly planted plants when not used at the recommended rates. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep.
Maryland
Bowie
Tradescantia Sweet Kate
★★★★★
Prices start at : 19.95 USD / 1 Gal

The purple iris like flowers are striking against the gold foliage. Sweet Kate is an easy-to-grow perennial that produces a profusion of unusual deep-blue flowers from summer to fall.
Maryland
Bowie
Autumn Brilliance Fern (Dryopteris erythrosora)
★★★★★
Prices start at : 19.95 USD / 1 Gal

Triangular, bi-pinnate fronds grow to as much as 2′ long. Its variety name, Autumn Brilliance fern , refers to the lustrous orange color of the new growth. Few ferns offer the seasonal color variation that Autumn Brilliance fern do.
Maryland
Bowie
Heuchera Citronelle
★★★★★
Prices start at : 18.95 USD / 1 Gal

Does well in containers. Mass as in a group as a ground cover . The chartreuse foliage will stand out in any shady garden, be it in a pot, garden bed, or as a mass planting. Let this lime green superstar make your shade garden shine.
Maryland
Bowie
Heuchera Caramel
★★★★★
Prices start at : 18.95 USD / 1 GAL

Looks great in containers or as an edging. Heuchera Caramel has purplish-red leaf undersides that offers an attractive contrast, along with white flowers float above the 12″ foliage in early to mid summer.
Maryland
Bowie
Heuchera Palace Purple
★★★★★
Prices start at : 15.95 USD / 1 Gal

Best grown in organically rich, humusy, well-drained soils. Known for it's foliage and flowers, Heuchera Palace Purple is one of the coral bells that really stands out. Heuchera Palace Purple looks great in the border in clumps, as edging, or in nooks...
Maryland
Bowie
Purple Fountain Grass
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

Ornamental Grass with Stately Purple Plumes Purple Fountain Grass, Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum', is an ornamental grass that is brilliant and beautiful year round. Deer don't bother this grass, and it's easy to care for.
  • Flower Color: Red, Burgundy
  • Mature Height: 2 - 3 feet
  • Soil Type: Well Drained
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Botanical Name: Pennisetum setaceum 'Rubrum'
Nebraska
Omaha
Bonfire Euphorbia
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / 5" Container

It grows best in well-drained, poor-to-moderately fertile soil. The leaves emerge green but quickly turn a deeper red. Late-summer cutback can be beneficial if plants start to "birdnest." Use gloves since sap may irritate skin of susceptible individuals.
  • Foliage: Red
  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
  • Botanical Name: Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire'
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Soil Type: Widely adaptable
Nebraska
Omaha
Lucifer Crocosmia
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / 5" Container

The flowers bloom from summer through fall. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. Even when not in bloom, Crocosmia Lucifer has attractive, tropical looking foliage.
  • Foliage: Dark Green
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Sun Exposure: Full Sun
  • Flower Color: Red
  • Growth Rate: Medium
Nebraska
Omaha
Ladys Mantle
Prices start at : 35.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

It is best used for edging with Coral Bells, Geraniums or Hostas. The flower color ranges from yellow to green and blooms in late spring to early summer with a height of 18” and a plant spread of 18-24”.
  • Mature Height: 18 - 24 inches
  • Soil Type: Normal, Sandy, Clay
  • Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
  • Sun Exposure: Partial Sun
  • Botanical Name: Alchemilla mollis
  • Growth Rate: Medium
Nebraska
Omaha
Tuscan Sun Sunflower
Prices start at : 29.95 USD / Quart Container

Not only does it command attention in your garden, the little stems are stiff enough to bring armloads of flowers into your home for flower arrangements, too. But you don't have to cut the flowers.

2 - 3 feet

    • Flower Color: Yellow
    • Mature Height: 2 - 3 feet
    • Soil Type: Average
    • Brand: Proven Winners
    • Growth Rate: Medium
    • Mature Spread: 2 - 3 feet
    Nebraska
    Omaha
    Karl Foerster Feather Reed Grass
    Prices start at : 29.95 USD / #1 Container range: 2.3 - 3.7 quarts (2.5 - 4 liters)

    Its glossy leaf blades of a vibrant, deep green shoot up 2-3 feet from the ground, returning to its tall, straight shape even after affected by heavy rain or winds. Enjoy Year Round Interest with 'Motion Grass' Sometimes called “motion grass”, Karl...
    • Soil Type: Moist, Well Draining
    • Growth Rate: Medium
    • Botanical Name: Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
    • Sun Exposure: Partial Sun
    • Mature Height: 5 - 7 feet
    Nebraska
    Omaha
    Stachys Big Ears (Stachys Helene Von Stein)
    Prices start at : 17.95 USD / 1 GAL

    Tolerates heat and humidity. Even with well-drained soils, some summer die-out may occur where high humidity and/or moisture on foliage are/is present. One of the most outstanding silver-leaved perennials.
    Maryland
    Bowie
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