Each packet contains approximately 100 seeds. Start indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date; or direct sow in place and lightly cover with soil. (Annual) Learn How to Grow Marigolds here.
Make sure to leave some faded blooms, especially later in the year, as plants are self-seeding. Easy to grow, and a truly unique variety! Each packet contains approximately 600 seeds.
Seeds can be saved if you're interested, but the flowers won't always come true to type; fancy varieties often revert to the simple single-flower form. (Annual) Learn How to Grow Cosmos here.
Grown as either a biennial or a hardy annual, these delicate flowers appear along 3-ft. Place seeds and slightly damp paper towels in a Ziploc bag and store in the refrigerator crisper prior to planting.
After a killing frost, remove plants and add to the compost pile. Sow indoors under lights 8- to 10-weeks before the last frost of spring or direct sow outdoors in areas with full sun and moist — not wet — well drained soil.
Planting and Growing Tips: Sow indoors under lights 4- to 8-weeks before the last frost date of spring or direct sow in sunny garden beds after temperatures have warmed. Space 12- to 24-inches apart in all directions and mulch well to conserve moisture...
Cut the stem — one foot from the head — using sharp pruning shears and place in a paper bag. Do NOT use plastic. 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. Water thoroughly and thin seedlings 6- to 12-inches apart. Start indoors under lights 3- to 4-weeks before the last frost date of spring.
Deadhead or pinch off faded blossoms to extend the blooming period. Thin seedlings 8- to 12-inches apart and mulch to prevent weeds, keep soil temperatures cool and conserve moisture.
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. Direct sow outdoors 3/4 inches deep after the last frost of spring and keep moist while...
Pinch off spent blossoms on a regular basis — or use them as cuttings in flower arrangements — to extend the blooming period. Planting and Harvesting Tips: Aromatic plants thrive in cool locations with full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
Water regularly during warm, dry conditions to keep them blooming. Vining varieties need support to climb – provide them some sort of terrace or garden netting. Plants like full sun and cool weather.
Plants can be pinched back when young to encourage branching and flowering. Seeds can be chipped and soaked for better germination. Sow indoors 4- to 6-weeks before the last frost date of spring or direct sow in prepared beds after temperatures have warmed.
Provide support for the taller climbing varieties and pinch off the spent blossoms to extend the flowering season. Planting and Growing Tips: Fragrant plants thrive in full sun and moist soil, but will tolerate some shade.
A good vase life and 18 - 20” stems make this variety a great addition to any bouquet. Large dark orange 2 - 2½” blooms are crisp, clean, bright and cheery. Calendula are known for their edible flowers which are fun at any event.
Thin seedlings 18- to 36-inches apart and water as needed. When flowers fade, cut stalks to the ground. Sow outdoors just beneath the soil surface 1- to 2-weeks before the last frost of spring.
Common insect pests attacking plants include leafminer and aphids. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked for better results. Direct sow outdoors 1/2 inch deep after the last frost of spring and keep moist while germinating.
Space 12- to 24-inches apart in all directions and water deeply to promote vibrant growth and beautiful blossoms. Radio Calendula was introduced to gardeners in the 1930s and is now quite hard to find.
To prevent weeds and conserve moisture, spread a 1- to 2-inch layer of organic mulch around young plants. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked for better results. Sow indoors under lights 6- to 8-weeks before the last frost of spring or direct sow...
The mid-height single stemmed plants produce flowers with crisp clean orange-gold petals and a dark disk. Flower diameter is approximately 4-6", and can expand to 7 to 8" if plants are spaced further apart.
Plants grow 5-feet tall and are prized in beds and borders. Consider leaving some of the mature flower heads on the stalks to attract birds and other wildlife to your yard. Plants germinate quickly and will thrive in areas with full sun, rich soil and...
A great cut flower, quick to regrow after cutting. Edible petals are delicous and traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory medicinal herb. Height: 12-24”. A stunning mix of orange, cream and yellow.
Soil temperature: 60 - 68 degrees fahrenheit
Maturation days: 60-70 days
Grow on temperature day: 50 - 55 degrees fahrenheit
Height: 16-28”. 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.
Each packet contains approximately 800 seeds. Sow indoors on the soil surface 8- to 10-weeks prior to last frost. (Annual) Learn more about Growing Petunias here. The old standard petunia that graced American gardens in the 1950s.
Seeds can be saved if you're interested, but the flowers won't always come true to type; fancy varieties often revert to the simple single-flower form. (Annual) Learn How to Grow Cosmos here.
