Thin seedlings 18- to 36-inches apart and water as needed. Often used in borders or along walls and fences where their spectacular flowers stand tall. Watch closely and treat with organic products when necessary.
Each packet contains approximately 35 seeds. Hang upside down in a cool room with good ventilation and check often — seeds fall freely from the head when dry. Plants are ready to harvest when the heads turn brown and most of the leaves have dropped.
Also known as cornflowers. Planting and Growing Tips: Cornflowers are not fussy and will tolerate most growing conditions providing they receive plenty of sun. Amazing color all summer long! Frosted Queen Bachelor's Button ( Centaurea cyanus ) contains...
Strip from fluff and store in an envelope or paper bag until ready to use. Perfect for native landscapes, beds, borders and butterfly gardens. (Perennial) Each packet contains approximately 150 seeds.
Cut the stem — one foot from the head — using sharp pruning shears and place in a paper bag. Plants will attract butterflies all summer long. Consider leaving some of the mature flower heads on the stalks to attract birds and other wildlife to your...
Add a layer of mulch to conserve moisture, improve aesthetics and hinder weeds. Plants stand at 24-36 in. A great addition for group plantings or specimens in a Victorian garden. Most varieties you'll find are small bedding plants, but the Tall Mixed...
Remove the spent blossoms, or use as cuttings in flower arrangements, to extend the flowering season. Direct sow in early spring when the soil is still cool and a light frost is possible.
After a killing frost, remove plants and add to the compost pile. Planting and Growing Tips: These heat loving and moderately drought tolerant plants thrive in sunny locations with rich, well drained soil.
Common insect pests attacking plants include leafminer and aphids. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked for better results. Perfect for arbors and trellises! (Annual) Learn How to Grow Morning Glory here.
Vining varieties need support to climb – provide them some sort of terrace or garden netting. Long stemmed, fragrant flowers come in purple, burgundy, white, pink, salmon and scarlet.
(Annual) Each packet contains approximately 250 seeds. Easy to grow, just broadcast and gently rake or tamp to a depth of 1/8 inch deep — barely cover! Thin seedlings 8- to 12-inches apart and mulch to prevent weeds, improve aesthetics and conserve...
Cut the stem — one foot from the head — using sharp pruning shears and place in a paper bag. The Red Sun Sunflower should reach 5-6 feet tall with the proper conditions. Consider leaving some of the mature flower heads on the stalks to attract birds...
In warmer climates, sow directly into prepared gardens and cover with 1/4 inch of soil. Upright, 3-foot tall plants yield 3- to 4-inch brilliant red blossoms — both singles and doubles.
A delightful mix of bright pinks, white, blues, and royal purples. Gorgeous cut flower that will bring demand to any bouquet. Height 36-48”. Support plants against the wind as they grow.
Hang upside down in a cool room with good ventilation and check often — seeds fall freely from the head when dry. Plants are ready to harvest when the heads turn brown and most of the leaves have dropped.
In warmer climates, sow directly into prepared gardens and cover with 1/4 inch of soil. Single, bright red, 1-inch flowers. Remove spent blossoms to extend the flowering season and mulch to prevent weeds, conserve moisture and improve aesthetics.
Remove spent blossoms to extend the flowering season. Brocade Mix provides a spectacular collection of red, gold and orange blossoms. (Annual, 10″ tall) Learn How to Grow Marigolds here.
Common insect pests attacking plants include leafminer and aphids. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked for better results. (Annual) Learn How to Grow Morning Glory here. Direct sow outdoors 1/2 inch deep after the last frost of spring and keep moist...
Medium, saturated plants crested with 3-4” semidoubled blossoms composed of cupped and pointed rays in solid or bicolor tones. Scarlet-white, yellow-reds, apricots and oranges. Height: 16-28”.
Remove the spent flowers to extend the flowering season into the fall. They'll tolerate poor soils but do best in well-drained prepared beds with lots of organic matter. Does best in warm, dry conditions.
Planting and Growing Tips: Native to Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania, these easy to grow plants thrive in most soil types and full to partial sun. (Annual) Each packet contains approximately 50 seeds.
Each packet contains approximately 50 seeds. Hang upside down in a cool room with good ventilation and check often — seeds fall freely from the head when dry. Plants are ready to harvest when the heads turn brown and most of the leaves have dropped.
Spread a nice layer of mulch to help conserve moisture, improve aesthetics and prevent weeds. Planting and Growing Tips: These prolific, easy to grow plants do well in sunny locations and require plenty of room to accommodate their sprawling habit.
A layer of mulch around plants will help conserve moisture loss, improve aesthetics and decrease weeds. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked for better results. Provides visual appeal to beds and borders.
Seeds can be saved if you're interested, but the flowers won't always come true to type. Sow indoors on the soil surface 8- to 10-weeks prior to last frost. Always a favorite each season at Heritage Farm.
55 days from transplant, 75 days from direct seeding. Vigorous plants spread 12 - 16”, offering strong 30 - 36” stems. Brilliant bright red 4 - 4½” dahlia-like flowers are highly double.
Plant spread: 16 - 30 inches
Germination days: 5 - 10 days
Soil temperature: 70 - 75 degrees fahrenheit
Weeks indoor: 2 - 3 weeks
Grow on temperature night: 60 - 65 degrees fahrenheit
