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The Seed Savers Exchange - This is the closest to white of any nasturtium available to gardeners, unique within the genus. Many years of selection have gone into producing this pale-cream to yellowish-white variety. A great conversation piece in any garden. Plants climb 6' or more with proper support. Hardy annual. Characteristics: Hardy annual plants grow to 10-14 inches tall Yellow-white blossoms Flowers are edible Grows well in containers 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers. Sow 1/4" Deep Germination 5-21 days Thin 6-12" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This is the closest to white of any nasturtium available to gardeners, unique within the genus. Many years of selection have gone into producing this pale-cream to yellowish-white variety. A great conversation piece in any garden. Plants climb 6' or more with proper support. Hardy annual.
Characteristics: 
Hardy annual plants grow to 10-14 inches tall
Yellow-white blossoms
Flowers are edible
Grows well in containers
25 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers.
Sow 1/4" Deep
Germination 5-21 days
Thin 6-12" apart 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Milkmaid Nasturtium Flower (Climbing)

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The Seed Savers Exchange - This classic Victorian nasturtium has dark blue-green foliage and brilliant crimson flowers on 12-14" plants. This variety has been grown in the United States since the 1890s, and today it is perfect for everyone’s favorite contemporary gardening method: containers. Beyond the garden, the edible flowers and leaves can add style and color to plates as a garnish—or as a peppery addition to salads and pastas. Hardy annual. Hardy annual plants grow 12-14 inches tall Bright crimson flowers and dark blue-green leaves Flower and leaves are edible Great for container growing 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers. Sow 1/4" Deep Germination 7-12 days Thin 6-12" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - This classic Victorian nasturtium has dark blue-green foliage and brilliant crimson flowers on 12-14" plants. This variety has been grown in the United States since the 1890s, and today it is perfect for everyone’s favorite contemporary gardening method: containers. Beyond the garden, the edible flowers and leaves can add style and color to plates as a garnish—or as a peppery addition to salads and pastas. Hardy annual.
<ul>
<li>Hardy annual plants grow 12-14 inches tall</li>
<li>Bright crimson flowers and dark blue-green leaves</li>
<li>Flower and leaves are edible</li>
<li>Great for container growing</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers.
Sow 1/4" Deep
Germination 7-12 days
Thin 6-12" apart 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Empress of India Nasturtium Flower, 1890 Heirloom

Empress of India Nasturtium Flower, 1890 Heirloom (Mounding)

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm 100 Seeds

I’m Back!!! This is our most popular nasturtium and we are happy to have it back for the 2026 season! Seed Exchange - These eye-catching, black chocolate, bright-red central markings are edible, like other nasturtiums, as are their rounded leaves. The dwarf plants are ideal for container gardening, but will also thrive in beds and garden plots. Hardy annual, 8-10" tall. Hardy annual plants grow to 10-12 inches tall Blossoms are chocolate-black Blossoms are edible Great for container growing 25 Seeds Instructions - The intense velvety-black blooms of this nasturtium are completely unique within this genus. Growing only 10-12" tall, the dwarf plants are ideal for container gardens. The edible blossoms and gray-green leaves dress up spring salads both visually and with a surprising peppery burst or flavor. Hardy annual. Sow 1/4" Deep Germination 7-12 days Thin 6-12" apart Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

I’m Back!!! This is our most popular nasturtium and we are happy to have it back for the 2026 season! 
Seed Exchange - These eye-catching, black chocolate, bright-red central markings are edible, like other nasturtiums, as are their rounded leaves. The dwarf plants are ideal for container gardening, but will also thrive in beds and garden plots. Hardy annual, 8-10" tall.
<ul>
<li>Hardy annual plants grow to 10-12 inches tall</li>
<li>Blossoms are chocolate-black</li>
<li>Blossoms are edible</li>
<li>Great for container growing</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - The intense velvety-black blooms of this nasturtium are completely unique within this genus. Growing only 10-12" tall, the dwarf plants are ideal for container gardens. The edible blossoms and gray-green leaves dress up spring salads both visually and with a surprising peppery burst or flavor. Hardy annual.
Sow 1/4" Deep
Germination 7-12 days
Thin 6-12" apart
Full Sun
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Black Velvet Nasturtium Flower (Mounding)

🌸 Sensation Mix Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) – "The Timeless Garden Classic" Step back in time with the Sensation Mix Cosmos, a legendary heirloom variety that has been a staple in cottage gardens since the 1930s. This award-winning mix is famous for its towering stems, delicate fern-like foliage, and large, saucer-shaped blooms in shades of crisp white, soft pink, rose, and deep crimson. Our children love to pick flowers and cosmos let them pick all the flowers they seem to want. The more you pick them, the more they bloom. 🌟 Key Highlights A True Heirloom: An All-America Selections winner since 1937, preserved for generations for its reliability and beauty. Thrives on Neglect: Unlike most flowers, these actually perform better in lean, poor-quality soil. Pollinator Paradise: A top-tier choice for attracting bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds with its easily accessible nectar. Non-Stop Blooms: The more you harvest these long-stemmed beauties for bouquets, the more flowers the plant produces! Effortless Height: Reaches up to 4–5 feet, making it the perfect "backdrop" plant for garden fences and borders. 📋 Quick Facts Feature Details Plant Type Annual Heirloom Height 36 – 60 inches Sun Exposure Full Sun (6+ hours) Bloom Time Mid-Summer to First Frost Soil Preference Lean, sandy, or poor soil (Avoid heavy fertilizers!) Water Needs Low (Very drought-tolerant) Flower Size 3 – 4 inches wide 🌿 Why You’ll Love It The Sensation Mix is the ultimate "set it and forget it" flower. If you have a corner of your yard where the soil is too sandy or rocky for other plants, Cosmos will thrive there. In fact, rich soil or too much fertilizer will actually result in more leaves and fewer flowers, making it the perfect low-cost, high-reward addition to your garden. Its airy, ethereal texture adds movement to the garden, swaying gracefully in the breeze. For the floral designer, these are indispensable, providing a romantic, "just-picked" look to any summer arrangement. 🚜 Planting & Care Instructions Sowing: Direct sow outdoors once the soil has warmed. Cosmos are sensitive to frost, so wait until late spring. Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. The "Lean" Rule: Do not add compost or fertilizer to the planting area. These flowers prefer "hungry" soil to produce the best bloom show. Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart. They grow tall and wide, so they appreciate the elbow room! Staking: Because of their height, they may benefit from staking or being planted against a fence to protect them from heavy winds. Gardener's Tip: "Cosmos are the 'gateway drug' for new gardeners. Because they are so easy to grow from seed and so attractive to monarch butterflies, they are the perfect project for kids or beginners!" Bring heirloom charm and buzzing life to your backyard!Grab a packet of Sensation Mix Cosmos and watch your garden come alive with color and wings. 🛒🦋✨

<h2 data-line="0" id='🌸 Sensation Mix Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) – "The Timeless Garden Classic"'>🌸 Sensation Mix Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) – "The Timeless Garden Classic"</h2>
Step back in time with the Sensation Mix Cosmos, a legendary heirloom variety that has been a staple in cottage gardens since the 1930s. This award-winning mix is famous for its towering stems, delicate fern-like foliage, and large, saucer-shaped blooms in shades of crisp white, soft pink, rose, and deep crimson. Our children love to pick flowers and cosmos let them pick all the flowers they seem to want.  The more you pick them, the more they bloom. 
<hr data-line="4">
<h3 data-line="6" id="🌟 Key Highlights">🌟 Key Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="7">
<li data-line="7">
A True Heirloom: An All-America Selections winner since 1937, preserved for generations for its reliability and beauty.</li>
<li data-line="8">
Thrives on Neglect: Unlike most flowers, these actually perform better in lean, poor-quality soil.</li>
<li data-line="9">
Pollinator Paradise: A top-tier choice for attracting bees, butterflies, and even hummingbirds with its easily accessible nectar.</li>
<li data-line="10">
Non-Stop Blooms: The more you harvest these long-stemmed beauties for bouquets, the more flowers the plant produces!</li>
<li data-line="11">
Effortless Height: Reaches up to 4–5 feet, making it the perfect "backdrop" plant for garden fences and borders.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="13">
<h3 data-line="15" id="📋 Quick Facts">📋 Quick Facts</h3>
<table data-line="17">
<thead data-line="17">
<tr data-line="17">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Details</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="19">
<tr data-line="19">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual Heirloom</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="20">
<td>Height</td>
<td>36 – 60 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="21">
<td>Sun Exposure</td>
<td>Full Sun (6+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="22">
<td>Bloom Time</td>
<td>Mid-Summer to First Frost</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="23">
<td>Soil Preference</td>
<td>Lean, sandy, or poor soil (Avoid heavy fertilizers!)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="24">
<td>Water Needs</td>
<td>Low (Very drought-tolerant)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Flower Size</td>
<td>3 – 4 inches wide</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="27">
<h3 data-line="29" id="🌿 Why You’ll Love It">🌿 Why You’ll Love It</h3>
The Sensation Mix is the ultimate "set it and forget it" flower. If you have a corner of your yard where the soil is too sandy or rocky for other plants, Cosmos will thrive there. In fact, rich soil or too much fertilizer will actually result in more leaves and fewer flowers, making it the perfect low-cost, high-reward addition to your garden.
Its airy, ethereal texture adds movement to the garden, swaying gracefully in the breeze. For the floral designer, these are indispensable, providing a romantic, "just-picked" look to any summer arrangement.
<hr data-line="34">
<h3 data-line="36" id="🚜 Planting &amp; Care Instructions">🚜 Planting &amp; Care Instructions</h3>
<ol data-line="38">
<li data-line="38">
Sowing: Direct sow outdoors once the soil has warmed. Cosmos are sensitive to frost, so wait until late spring.</li>
<li data-line="39">
Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.</li>
<li data-line="40">
The "Lean" Rule: Do not add compost or fertilizer to the planting area. These flowers prefer "hungry" soil to produce the best bloom show.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart. They grow tall and wide, so they appreciate the elbow room!</li>
<li data-line="42">
Staking: Because of their height, they may benefit from staking or being planted against a fence to protect them from heavy winds.</li>
</ol>
<hr data-line="44">
<blockquote data-line="46">
Gardener's Tip: "Cosmos are the 'gateway drug' for new gardeners. Because they are so easy to grow from seed and so attractive to monarch butterflies, they are the perfect project for kids or beginners!"
</blockquote>
<hr data-line="48">
Bring heirloom charm and buzzing life to your backyard! Grab a packet of Sensation Mix Cosmos and watch your garden come alive with color and wings. 🛒🦋✨

Sensation Mix Cosmos Mixture Flower, 1936 Heirloom

Bells of Ireland: The Architect’s Favorite Greenery 🍀 Add a touch of luck and striking vertical interest to your garden with Bells of Ireland (Moluccella laevis). Despite the name, these unique flowers are native to Turkey and the Caucasus, but they have been a staple of English and Irish cottage gardens for centuries. Known for their rare, apple-green "bells," they are a favorite of floral designers and home gardeners alike. ✨ The History on Why Bells of Ireland are Truly Unique In a world of bright reds and yellows, the cool, crisp green of Bells of Ireland offers a sophisticated contrast that makes every other flower in your garden "pop." Stunning Architecture: Grows in tall, stately spires (up to 3 feet) covered in shell-like, emerald-green calyxes. The "Hidden" Flower: The large green "bells" are actually the plant's calyxes; the true flowers are tiny, fragrant white blossoms nestled deep inside the bells. Symbol of Good Luck: Historically associated with luck and prosperity, making them a meaningful gift in bouquets. Floral Industry Gold: One of the best-known "filler" flowers for professional arrangements because of their longevity and unique form. Incredible Dried Flower: These spires hold their shape and a beautiful pale-straw/lime color when dried, making them perfect for year-round indoor decor. The Bells of Ireland (Moluccella laevis) has one of the most misleading names in the botanical world. It is not from Ireland, nor is it related to any Irish wildflower. It is actually a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae) and is native to the arid regions of Turkey, Syria, and the Caucasus. Here is the historical journey of this "green wonder," including its 19th-century catalog history. The plant was first formally described by Western botanists in the 1500s. It appears in the famous 1597 Herball, or Generall Historie of Plantes by John Gerard. At that time, it was known as "Molucca Balm" because it was mistakenly believed to have originated in the Molucca Islands (Indonesia). Gerard described it as: "A strange plant... the floures grow foorth of the bosomes of the leaves, like unto a little bell, of a light greene colour." In the 1800s, the plant was rarely called "Bells of Ireland." Instead, it was sold under its botanical name or the common name "Shell Flower." Below is a reconstructed excerpt typical of those found in Vick’s Illustrated Floral Guide (1872), one of the most popular American seed catalogs of the Victorian era: MOLUCCELLA LAEVIS (Shell Flower) *"A very curious and handsome plant from Syria, growing about two feet high. The flowers are small and white, but are surrounded by a large, bell-shaped, leafy calyx, of a beautiful green color, which is the most attractive part of the plant. The stems are densely crowded with these 'shells' or bells, giving the plant a very singular and graceful appearance. It is an annual of easy culture, though the seeds are often slow to germinate. It is highly prized for its singular beauty in the garden, and when dried, the bells remain for a long time, making it a valuable acquisition for winter bouquets." Renamed- The shift in name from "Shell Flower" or "Molucca Balm" to "Bells of Ireland" didn't happen until the mid-20th century. The Marketing Rebrand: In the 1940s and 50s, as the floral industry boomed in America, seedsmen and florists looked for more "romantic" names for exotic plants. Because of its vivid green color (a color deeply associated with Ireland) and its bell-like shape, it was rebranded as "Bells of Ireland" to appeal to the home gardener's love for cottage-style themes. Symbolism: It quickly became a staple for St. Patrick's Day arrangements, cementing its new name in the public consciousness. In the Victorian era, "Bells of Ireland" (Shell Flower) was part of a major trend called "Everlastings." Victorians were obsessed with dried flowers that could last through the long, colorless winters. Because the green calyxes of the Moluccella turn a beautiful parchment-white or pale lime when dried and maintain their structural integrity for years, they were featured prominently in the bell jars and parlor vases of the late 1800s. 🌿 Product Specifications Feature Details Common Name Bells of Ireland Botanical Name Moluccella laevis Plant Type Cool-Season Annual Mature Height 24 – 36 Inches Bloom Color Bright Apple-Green Light Requirements Full Sun to Partial Shade Days to Bloom 90 – 100 Days 📖 Growing & Care Tips The Secret to Germination: Bells of Ireland seeds can be "fickle." For the best results, perform cold stratification: Place seeds in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 1–2 weeks before planting. They also need light to germinate, so press them into the soil surface but do not cover them. Sowing: Direct sow in early spring while the soil is still cool. They do not transplant well due to a sensitive taproot. Support: Because the flower spikes are tall and heavy, they may need staking or a nearby fence to keep them from toppling over in heavy rain or wind. Temperature: These are cool-weather lovers. They will thrive in spring and early summer but may fade once the extreme heat of mid-August arrives. Self-Seeding: If you leave a few stalks in the garden at the end of the season, they will often drop seeds and return the following spring! 💐 Perfect For... Cutting Gardens: A "must-have" for anyone who loves making their own floral arrangements. Back-of-Border Interest: Use their height to create a lush green backdrop for shorter, brighter flowers like Zinnias or Snapdragons. Dried Winter Vases: Hang them upside down in a dark, dry place to preserve the stalks for winter displays. Bring a splash of refreshing green and a bit of luck to your landscape. Order your Bells of Ireland seeds today! 🛒🌿

<h1 data-line="0" id="Bells of Ireland: The Architect’s Favorite Greenery 🍀">Bells of Ireland: The Architect’s Favorite Greenery 🍀</h1>
Add a touch of luck and striking vertical interest to your garden with Bells of Ireland (Moluccella laevis). Despite the name, these unique flowers are native to Turkey and the Caucasus, but they have been a staple of English and Irish cottage gardens for centuries. Known for their rare, apple-green "bells," they are a favorite of floral designers and home gardeners alike.
<hr data-line="4">
<h2 data-line="6" id="✨ Why Bells of Ireland are Truly Unique">✨ The History on Why Bells of Ireland are Truly Unique</h2>
In a world of bright reds and yellows, the cool, crisp green of Bells of Ireland offers a sophisticated contrast that makes every other flower in your garden "pop."
<ul data-line="10">
<li data-line="10">
Stunning Architecture: Grows in tall, stately spires (up to 3 feet) covered in shell-like, emerald-green calyxes.</li>
<li data-line="11">
The "Hidden" Flower: The large green "bells" are actually the plant's calyxes; the true flowers are tiny, fragrant white blossoms nestled deep inside the bells.</li>
<li data-line="12">
Symbol of Good Luck: Historically associated with luck and prosperity, making them a meaningful gift in bouquets.</li>
<li data-line="13">
Floral Industry Gold: One of the best-known "filler" flowers for professional arrangements because of their longevity and unique form.</li>
<li data-line="14">
Incredible Dried Flower: These spires hold their shape and a beautiful pale-straw/lime color when dried, making them perfect for year-round indoor decor.</li>
</ul>
The Bells of Ireland (Moluccella laevis) has one of the most misleading names in the botanical world. It is not from Ireland, nor is it related to any Irish wildflower. It is actually a member of the Mint family (Lamiaceae) and is native to the arid regions of Turkey, Syria, and the Caucasus.
Here is the historical journey of this "green wonder," including its 19th-century catalog history.
The plant was first formally described by Western botanists in the 1500s. It appears in the famous 1597 Herball, or Generall Historie of Plantes by John Gerard. At that time, it was known as "Molucca Balm" because it was mistakenly believed to have originated in the Molucca Islands (Indonesia).
Gerard described it as:
<blockquote data-line="10">
"A strange plant... the floures grow foorth of the bosomes of the leaves, like unto a little bell, of a light greene colour."
</blockquote>
In the 1800s, the plant was rarely called "Bells of Ireland." Instead, it was sold under its botanical name or the common name "Shell Flower."
Below is a reconstructed excerpt typical of those found in Vick’s Illustrated Floral Guide (1872), one of the most popular American seed catalogs of the Victorian era:
<blockquote data-line="19">
<h3 data-line="19">MOLUCCELLA LAEVIS (Shell Flower)</h3>
*"A very curious and handsome plant from Syria, growing about two feet high. The flowers are small and white, but are surrounded by a large, bell-shaped, leafy calyx, of a beautiful green color, which is the most attractive part of the plant. The stems are densely crowded with these 'shells' or bells, giving the plant a very singular and graceful appearance.
It is an annual of easy culture, though the seeds are often slow to germinate. It is highly prized for its singular beauty in the garden, and when dried, the bells remain for a long time, making it a valuable acquisition for winter bouquets."
</blockquote>
Renamed- The shift in name from "Shell Flower" or "Molucca Balm" to "Bells of Ireland" didn't happen until the mid-20th century.
<ul data-line="31">
<li data-line="31">
The Marketing Rebrand: In the 1940s and 50s, as the floral industry boomed in America, seedsmen and florists looked for more "romantic" names for exotic plants. Because of its vivid green color (a color deeply associated with Ireland) and its bell-like shape, it was rebranded as "Bells of Ireland" to appeal to the home gardener's love for cottage-style themes.</li>
<li data-line="32">
Symbolism: It quickly became a staple for St. Patrick's Day arrangements, cementing its new name in the public consciousness.</li>
</ul>
In the Victorian era, "Bells of Ireland" (Shell Flower) was part of a major trend called "Everlastings." Victorians were obsessed with dried flowers that could last through the long, colorless winters.
Because the green calyxes of the Moluccella turn a beautiful parchment-white or pale lime when dried and maintain their structural integrity for years, they were featured prominently in the bell jars and parlor vases of the late 1800s.
<hr data-line="16">
<h2 data-line="18" id="🌿 Product Specifications">🌿 Product Specifications</h2>
<table data-line="20">
<thead data-line="20">
<tr data-line="20">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Details</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="22">
<tr data-line="22">
<td>Common Name</td>
<td>Bells of Ireland</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="23">
<td>Botanical Name</td>
<td>Moluccella laevis</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="24">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Cool-Season Annual</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="25">
<td>Mature Height</td>
<td>24 – 36 Inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Bloom Color</td>
<td>Bright Apple-Green</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Light Requirements</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Days to Bloom</td>
<td>90 – 100 Days</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="30">
<h2 data-line="32" id="📖 Growing &amp; Care Tips">📖 Growing &amp; Care Tips</h2>
<blockquote data-line="34">
The Secret to Germination: Bells of Ireland seeds can be "fickle." For the best results, perform cold stratification: Place seeds in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag in the refrigerator for 1–2 weeks before planting. They also need light to germinate, so press them into the soil surface but do not cover them.
</blockquote>
<ol data-line="36">
<li data-line="36">
Sowing: Direct sow in early spring while the soil is still cool. They do not transplant well due to a sensitive taproot.</li>
<li data-line="37">
Support: Because the flower spikes are tall and heavy, they may need staking or a nearby fence to keep them from toppling over in heavy rain or wind.</li>
<li data-line="38">
Temperature: These are cool-weather lovers. They will thrive in spring and early summer but may fade once the extreme heat of mid-August arrives.</li>
<li data-line="39">
Self-Seeding: If you leave a few stalks in the garden at the end of the season, they will often drop seeds and return the following spring!</li>
</ol>
<hr data-line="41">
<h2 data-line="43" id="💐 Perfect For...">💐 Perfect For...</h2>
<ul data-line="45">
<li data-line="45">
Cutting Gardens: A "must-have" for anyone who loves making their own floral arrangements.</li>
<li data-line="46">
Back-of-Border Interest: Use their height to create a lush green backdrop for shorter, brighter flowers like Zinnias or Snapdragons.</li>
<li data-line="47">
Dried Winter Vases: Hang them upside down in a dark, dry place to preserve the stalks for winter displays.</li>
</ul>
Bring a splash of refreshing green and a bit of luck to your landscape. Order your Bells of Ireland seeds today! 🛒🌿

Bells of Ireland Flower

Firefly Farm 150 Seeds

Seedsaver's Exchange 100 Seeds

Seed Exchange - Producing an early crop for home gardeners and market growers, this historic variety has an excellent sweet flavor and is ideal for freezing and fresh eating. The original strain of Golden Bantam was introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1902, and this improved strain was selected for even longer ears and greater tenderness. 70-85 days. Organic Tender, sweet kernels Ideal for freezing and fresh eating Sweet corn 70-85 days 100 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 1” deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8” apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of water. Plant 4" apart Plant 1" Deep Germinates in 4-21 days Plant Rows 36-48" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Seed Exchange - Producing an early crop for home gardeners and market growers, this historic variety has an excellent sweet flavor and is ideal for freezing and fresh eating. The original strain of Golden Bantam was introduced by W. Atlee Burpee in 1902, and this improved strain was selected for even longer ears and greater tenderness. 70-85 days. 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Tender, sweet kernels</li>
<li>Ideal for freezing and fresh eating</li>
<li>Sweet corn</li>
<li>70-85 days</li>
<li>100 Seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 1” deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8” apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of water.
Plant 4" apart
Plant 1" Deep
Germinates in 4-21 days
Plant Rows 36-48" apart 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Golden Bantam Improved Corn, 1902 Heirloom, Organic

Seed Exchange - Introduced in 1899 by the Holmes Seed Company of Canton, Ohio. Round, bright red roots with white flesh, 1.25" diameter. Highly uniform in shape when grown in good soil. Roots are very crisp with excellent texture and juicy, mild flavor. Early maturity, 25-30 days. Round with red skin and white flesh Highly uniform 1.25" diameter 25-30 days 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest. Plant 1" apart Plant 1/2" deep Plant Rows 12" apart Thin 2-3" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Seed Exchange - Introduced in 1899 by the Holmes Seed Company of Canton, Ohio. Round, bright red roots with white flesh, 1.25" diameter. Highly uniform in shape when grown in good soil. Roots are very crisp with excellent texture and juicy, mild flavor. Early maturity, 25-30 days.
<li>Round with red skin and white flesh</li>
<li>Highly uniform</li>
<li>1.25" diameter</li>
<li>25-30 days</li>
<li>250 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in full sun. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Plant Rows 12" apart
Thin 2-3" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Holmes Royal Red Radish, 1899 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange -Developed in 1874 by D. Landreth & Sons seed company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvaina. Vigorous upright plants with dark green, glossy, savoyed leaves. Fine quality, very tender, excellent flavor. Quick growing variety with heavy yields. Well adapted for late spring or summer plantings, slow to bolt. 39-60 days Characteristics: Organic Dark green, glossy, savoyed leaves Tender leaves with excellent flavor Quick growing and productive Slow to bolt 39-60 days 250 Seeds Instructions - Spinach grows best in cool weather and should be planted in early spring or late summer to produce a fall crop. For best yields, harvest continually and make successive plantings every ten days. Plant 1" apart Plant 1/2" deep Thin 6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange -Developed in 1874 by D. Landreth &amp; Sons seed company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvaina. Vigorous upright plants with dark green, glossy, savoyed leaves. Fine quality, very tender, excellent flavor. Quick growing variety with heavy yields. Well adapted for late spring or summer plantings, slow to bolt. 39-60 days
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Dark green, glossy, savoyed leaves</li>
<li>Tender leaves with excellent flavor</li>
<li>Quick growing and productive</li>
<li>Slow to bolt</li>
<li>39-60 days</li>
<li>250 Seeds</li>
</ul>
 
Instructions - Spinach grows best in cool weather and should be planted in early spring or late summer to produce a fall crop. For best yields, harvest continually and make successive plantings every ten days.
Plant 1" apart
Plant 1/2" deep
Thin 6" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Bloomsdale Spinach, 1874 Heirloom, Organic

🧀 Long Island Cheese Squash: The Gourmet Pie Heirloom Step back in time with the Long Island Cheese Squash, one of the oldest and most beloved heirloom pumpkins in American history. Named for its striking resemblance to a weathered wheel of artisan cheese, this squash isn't just a decorative marvel—it is widely considered the gold standard for pumpkin pies and gourmet fall baking. 📜 History & Heritage: An American Treasure The Long Island Cheese Squash (Cucurbita moschata) carries a prestigious lineage: Regional Legend: This variety was a staple in the markets of New York and New Jersey throughout the 1800s. It was the primary squash used for pumpkin pies across the Northeast for generations. The "Ark of Taste": It is featured in the Slow Food Ark of Taste, a catalog of heritage foods in danger of extinction. By growing this variety, you are helping preserve a vital piece of American agricultural history. A Saved Treasure: In the 1970s, this squash had nearly vanished from the earth. We owe its existence today to Ken Ettlinger and a small group of Long Island farmers who refused to let their local heritage die. By planting these seeds, you are becoming part of a rescue mission that began over 40 years ago on the backroads of New York. ✨ Key Features Striking Appearance: Produces flattened, heavily ribbed fruits with a smooth, buff-colored skin. They truly look like large, antique wheels of cheese sitting in your garden. Naturally Pest Resistant: Because it belongs to the C. moschata species (like the Butternut), it has a solid, dense stem that is highly resistant to the Squash Vine Borer—the #1 enemy of most pumpkin growers. Incredible Storage: These are "hard" winter squash with a long shelf life. If kept in a cool, dry place, they can easily last 6 to 9 months after harvest. Productive Vines: Vigorous, sprawling vines produce multiple large fruits, typically weighing between 6 to 10 pounds. 🥧 Flavor & Texture Profile While many pumpkins are "stringy" or watery, the Long Island Cheese is prized for its culinary quality. Attribute Description Flesh Color Deep, vibrant orange Texture Smooth, fine-grained, and dense (not stringy) Flavor Deeply sweet, earthy, and complex Sugar Content High; caramelizes beautifully when roasted 🍴 Culinary Inspiration This is the "Chef’s Choice" for any recipe calling for pumpkin or winter squash: The Ultimate Pumpkin Pie: Its smooth texture means you don't have to strain the purée. It creates a silky, custard-like pie filling that canned pumpkin can't touch. Savory Soups: Roast the flesh and blend it with ginger and coconut milk for a rich, velvety autumn soup. Roasted Wedges: Slice into "smiles," toss with maple syrup and cinnamon, and roast until the edges are caramelized. Stuffed Squash: Its flattened shape makes it a perfect vessel for savory grain and sausage stuffings. 🪴 Growing Information Days to Maturity: 100–105 days. Planting Habit: Sprawling vines (needs 50–100 sq. ft. or can be trellised with support). Sun Requirements: Full Sun. Harvest Tip: Harvest before the first hard frost once the stems have turned woody and the skin is a deep, uniform buff color. Gardener’s Note: "If you've struggled with your pumpkins dying mid-summer from vine borers, switch to the Long Island Cheese. It’s a rugged, beautiful survivor that rewards you with the best-tasting pies you've ever had." Bring a piece of the 19th-century harvest to your home.The Long Island Cheese Squash is a triple threat: it’s beautiful in a porch display, tough in the garden, and unmatched in the kitchen. Add this legendary heirloom to your garden today!

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Step back in time with the Long Island Cheese Squash, one of the oldest and most beloved heirloom pumpkins in American history. Named for its striking resemblance to a weathered wheel of artisan cheese, this squash isn't just a decorative marvel—it is widely considered the gold standard for pumpkin pies and gourmet fall baking.
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<h3 data-line="6" id="📜 History &amp; Heritage: An American Treasure">📜 History &amp; Heritage: An American Treasure</h3>
The Long Island Cheese Squash (Cucurbita moschata) carries a prestigious lineage:
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Regional Legend: This variety was a staple in the markets of New York and New Jersey throughout the 1800s. It was the primary squash used for pumpkin pies across the Northeast for generations.</li>
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The "Ark of Taste": It is featured in the Slow Food Ark of Taste, a catalog of heritage foods in danger of extinction. By growing this variety, you are helping preserve a vital piece of American agricultural history.</li>
<li data-line="11">A Saved Treasure: In the 1970s, this squash had nearly vanished from the earth. We owe its existence today to Ken Ettlinger and a small group of Long Island farmers who refused to let their local heritage die. By planting these seeds, you are becoming part of a rescue mission that began over 40 years ago on the backroads of New York. </li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="15" id="✨ Key Features">✨ Key Features</h3>
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Striking Appearance: Produces flattened, heavily ribbed fruits with a smooth, buff-colored skin. They truly look like large, antique wheels of cheese sitting in your garden.</li>
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Naturally Pest Resistant: Because it belongs to the C. moschata species (like the Butternut), it has a solid, dense stem that is highly resistant to the Squash Vine Borer—the #1 enemy of most pumpkin growers.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Incredible Storage: These are "hard" winter squash with a long shelf life. If kept in a cool, dry place, they can easily last 6 to 9 months after harvest.</li>
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Productive Vines: Vigorous, sprawling vines produce multiple large fruits, typically weighing between 6 to 10 pounds.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🥧 Flavor &amp; Texture Profile">🥧 Flavor &amp; Texture Profile</h3>
While many pumpkins are "stringy" or watery, the Long Island Cheese is prized for its culinary quality.
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<tr data-line="26">
<th>Attribute</th>
<th>Description</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="28">
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Flesh Color</td>
<td>Deep, vibrant orange</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Texture</td>
<td>Smooth, fine-grained, and dense (not stringy)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Flavor</td>
<td>Deeply sweet, earthy, and complex</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Sugar Content</td>
<td>High; caramelizes beautifully when roasted</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration">🍴 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
This is the "Chef’s Choice" for any recipe calling for pumpkin or winter squash:
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<li data-line="38">
The Ultimate Pumpkin Pie: Its smooth texture means you don't have to strain the purée. It creates a silky, custard-like pie filling that canned pumpkin can't touch.</li>
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Savory Soups: Roast the flesh and blend it with ginger and coconut milk for a rich, velvety autumn soup.</li>
<li data-line="40">
Roasted Wedges: Slice into "smiles," toss with maple syrup and cinnamon, and roast until the edges are caramelized.</li>
<li data-line="41">
Stuffed Squash: Its flattened shape makes it a perfect vessel for savory grain and sausage stuffings.</li>
</ol>
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<h3 data-line="45" id="🪴 Growing Information">🪴 Growing Information</h3>
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<li data-line="46">
Days to Maturity: 100–105 days.</li>
<li data-line="47">
Planting Habit: Sprawling vines (needs 50–100 sq. ft. or can be trellised with support).</li>
<li data-line="48">
Sun Requirements: Full Sun.</li>
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Harvest Tip: Harvest before the first hard frost once the stems have turned woody and the skin is a deep, uniform buff color.</li>
</ul>
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Gardener’s Note: "If you've struggled with your pumpkins dying mid-summer from vine borers, switch to the Long Island Cheese. It’s a rugged, beautiful survivor that rewards you with the best-tasting pies you've ever had."
</blockquote>
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Bring a piece of the 19th-century harvest to your home. The Long Island Cheese Squash is a triple threat: it’s beautiful in a porch display, tough in the garden, and unmatched in the kitchen. Add this legendary heirloom to your garden today!

Long Island Cheese Squash, 1806 Heirloom, Organic

Long Island Cheese Squash, 1806 Heirloom, Organic options available

Firefly Farm 20 Seeds

Seedsaver's Exchange 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm 500 Seeds

Spear & Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection This trowel is built solid with stainless steel and ash wood. We source some of the best garden merchandise available. Details Stainless Steel Hand Tools. Mirror polished heads slip easily through the soil, Resist rust and are easy to clean. Longer tangs for ease of use and increased leverage. 5" FSC approved weatherproofed ash handles, with leather wrist straps. 12-1/2" overall, Head 6" x 3-1/4" You won't be disappointed with using this trowel that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Spear &amp; Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection
This trowel is built solid with stainless steel and ash wood. We source some of the best garden merchandise available.  
Details
<ul>
<li>Stainless Steel Hand Tools.  </li>
<li>Mirror polished heads slip easily through the soil, </li>
<li>Resist rust and are easy to clean.</li>
<li>Longer tangs for ease of use and increased leverage.</li>
<li>5" FSC approved weatherproofed ash handles, with leather wrist straps.</li>
<li>12-1/2" overall, Head 6" x 3-1/4"</li>
</ul>
You won't be disappointed with using this trowel that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Spear & Jackson Trowel from The Kew Garden Collection

Dibber by Spear & Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection A dibber should be just as popular as a trowel. In some parts of the world it is used more than a trowel. You can use this to plant seeds, transplant seedlings, plant bulbs, or use as a measuring device. It is a tool that once you use, you will never put it down. It is also unique enough in America that it makes a great gift. Details Stainless Steel and Ash Wood Hand Tools. Mirror polished heads slip easily through the soil, Resist rust and are easy to clean. Longer tangs for ease of use and increased leverage. 12" FSC approved weatherproofed ash handles, with leather wrist straps. 15-1/4" overall, Head 5" x 1 1/4" You won't be disappointed with using this essential garden tool that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Dibber by Spear &amp; Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection
A dibber should be just as popular as a trowel. In some parts of the world it is used more than a trowel.  You can use this to plant seeds, transplant seedlings, plant bulbs, or use as a measuring device.  It is a tool that once you use, you will never put it down. It is also unique enough in America that it makes a great gift.  
Details
<ul>
<li>Stainless Steel and Ash Wood Hand Tools.   
</li>
<li>Mirror polished heads slip easily through the soil, </li>
<li>Resist rust and are easy to clean.</li>
<li>Longer tangs for ease of use and increased leverage.</li>
<li>12" FSC approved weatherproofed ash handles, with leather wrist straps.</li>
<li>15-1/4" overall, Head 5" x 1 1/4"</li>
</ul>
You won't be disappointed with using this essential garden tool that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Dibber by Spear & Jackson - The Kew Gardens Collection

Garden Scissors by Spear & Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection Another fine tool from The Kew Garden Collection. Go ahead and add this one to harvest basket as you will never be without while in the garden. Details Stainless steel blade resist rust and is easy to clean. Cushioned grips provide maximum comfort while harvesting. Ergonomically designed to ensure easy cutting. You won't be disappointed with using this essential garden tool that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Garden Scissors by Spear &amp; Jackson - The Kew Garden Collection
 Another fine tool from The Kew Garden Collection. Go ahead and add this one to harvest basket as you will never be without while in the garden.
Details
<ul>
<li>Stainless steel blade resist rust and is easy to clean. </li>
<li>Cushioned grips provide maximum comfort while harvesting. </li>
<li>Ergonomically designed to ensure easy cutting. </li>
</ul>
You won't be disappointed with using this essential garden tool that has the Kew Garden name on it.

Kew Soft Feel Garden Scissors - Spear & Jackson

Heavy Duty Bypass Pruner and Holster Set - Spear & Jackson The Kew Garden Collection Any novice or serious gardener enjoys using a pruner that cuts effortlessly and this one does just that. From pruning flowers, old growth canes, roses or trees, this pruner will never leave your side. Details Razorsharp Bypass Pruners & Secateurs High carbon steel blade for lasting sharpness. Forged aluminum alloy handle construction for optimum strength and performance. Blade notch for cutting thicker stems. Sap groove and riveted lower blade. Stepped locking catch for wide or narrow cutting width. Rubber shock absorber. Maximum cut 3/4" diameter. 8 1/2" overall, Blade 2 11/16", includes leather holster with integral metal belt clip You won't be disappointed with using our pruner that has the Kew Garden name on it. It will last a lifetme.

Heavy Duty Bypass Pruner and Holster Set - Spear &amp; Jackson The Kew Garden Collection
Any novice or serious gardener enjoys using a pruner that cuts effortlessly and this one does just that.  From pruning flowers, old growth canes, roses or trees, this pruner will never leave your side.  
Details
<ul>
<li>
Razorsharp Bypass Pruners &amp; Secateurs 
</li>
<li>High carbon steel blade for lasting sharpness.</li>
<li>
Forged aluminum alloy handle construction for optimum strength and performance. 
</li>
<li>Blade notch for cutting thicker stems. </li>
<li>Sap groove and riveted lower blade. </li>
<li>Stepped locking catch for wide or narrow cutting width. </li>
<li>Rubber shock absorber. Maximum cut 3/4" diameter.</li>
<li>8 1/2" overall, Blade 2 11/16", includes leather holster with integral metal belt clip</li>
</ul>
You won't be disappointed with using our pruner that has the Kew Garden name on it. It will last a lifetme.

Heavy Duty Bypass Pruner and Holster Set - Spear & Jackson The Kew Garden Collection

HOT Item for all seasons! They are a bit bulky to ship but totally worth the bit of shipping for it. Harvesting just got a little easier with our Colander Trug Harvest Baskets. Whether you are clipping roses, herbs or vegetables, our harvest basket will make carrying your harvests easier. It is easy to store as as the handles collapse down. Details Sturdy green plastic trug is easy to clean, rot-proof and light to carry. Perfect for gathering fruit, vegetables and flowers. Drainage holes at one end allow you to rinse fruits and veggies outside - or in the kitchen sink. The two carrying handles fold down for convenient storage. 21-1/4" long, 12-1/4" across, 4-1/2" deep.12-1/2" high with handles extended Made in the United Kingdom (UK)

HOT Item for all seasons!  They are a bit bulky to ship but totally worth the bit of shipping for it. 
Harvesting just got a little easier with our Colander Trug Harvest Baskets. Whether you are clipping roses, herbs or vegetables, our harvest basket will make carrying your harvests easier.  It is easy to store as as the handles collapse down.
Details
<ul>
<li>Sturdy green plastic trug is easy to clean, rot-proof and light to carry. </li>
<li>Perfect for gathering fruit, vegetables and flowers. </li>
<li>Drainage holes at one end allow you to rinse fruits and veggies outside - or in the kitchen sink. </li>
<li>The two carrying handles fold down for convenient storage.</li>
<li>21-1/4" long, 12-1/4" across, 4-1/2" deep. 12-1/2" high with handles extended </li>
<li>Made in the United Kingdom (UK)</li>
</ul>

Colander Trug Harvest Basket

🎨 Firefly Blaze Mix Nasturtium (Tropaeolum majus) The Flickering Jewel of the Edible Garden Ignite your garden with the Firefly Blaze Mix, a stunning selection of nasturtiums designed to mimic the warm, dancing glow of a summer bonfire. This "Firefly" mix offers a breathtaking palette of scarlet-red, brilliant orange, and honey-gold blooms that stand out against lily-pad-shaped, emerald-green foliage. Classified as a dwarf, mounding variety, it offers the perfect balance of form and function—staying tidy enough for garden borders while producing lush, 24-to-30-inch vines that spill elegantly over the sides of containers or create a dense, flowery carpet. The poorer the soil, the better the blooms! 📜 Historical Heritage & Global Journey Nasturtiums are a true New World treasure, originally native to the rugged slopes of the Andean Mountains in South America (spanning from Peru to Colombia). They were brought to Europe by Spanish conquistadors in the 1500s and quickly became a sensation in royal gardens. Historically, they were known as "Indian Cress" because their peppery flavor reminded explorers of watercress. In the 17th century, they were valued as a vital "scurvy-preventing" plant on long voyages due to their high Vitamin C content. By the Victorian era, nasturtiums had become a staple of the "Cottage Garden" movement. Our Firefly Blaze Mix carries on this legacy of utility and beauty, representing the refined, dwarf mounding habit that was perfected in the early 20th century to suit the smaller garden beds of the modern era. ✨ Product Highlights The "Goldilocks" Size: With a 24-to-30-inch height and vine length, these are larger than "ultra-dwarf" types but far more manageable than climbing varieties. They provide excellent ground cover without taking over the garden. Completely Edible: Every part of the plant is a gourmet treat! The flowers add a mild, sweet-peppery flavor to salads, while the leaves offer a spicy "kick" similar to arugula. The Ultimate Companion Plant: Often called the "Trap Crop," nasturtiums naturally draw aphids away from your prized vegetables like kale and tomatoes. Deer & Rabbit Resistant: The spicy, mustard-oil scent of the foliage acts as a natural deterrent to garden grazers. Pollinator Magnet: Hummingbirds and long-tongued bees are particularly drawn to the deep nectar spurs found at the back of each "Firefly" bloom. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Tropaeolum majus Plant Type Annual (Mounding / Dwarf) Height / Vine Length 24 to 30 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Period Early Summer through Frost Days to Maturity 55–65 Days Edibility Flowers, Leaves, and Seed Pods (Pickled) 🌱 How to Grow Firefly Blaze Nasturtiums 1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Best):Nasturtiums have large, easy-to-handle seeds (great for kids!) and do not like being transplanted. When: Sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is warm. Depth: Sow seeds 1/2 inch to 1 inch deep. They require darkness to germinate. Scarification: For faster sprouting, you can nick the hard seed coat with a nail file or soak them in warm water for 4–8 hours before planting. 2. The "Love 'em and Leave 'em" Rule:One of the unique secrets to nasturtiums is that they thrive on neglect. Soil: Avoid rich, fertilized soil. If the soil is too "good" or contains too much nitrogen, the plant will produce massive amounts of leaves and very few flowers. Poor, sandy, or average soil is perfect. Watering: Water regularly until established, but once they are growing, they are quite drought-tolerant. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin seedlings to 10–12 inches apart. The 30-inch vines will eventually grow together to form a solid, weed-suppressing mound. Pests: If you see aphids on your nasturtiums, don't panic! This means the plant is doing its job as a trap crop. Simply spray them off with a sharp blast of water from the hose. 🥗 Kitchen Tip: "Poor Man's Capers" Once the flowers fade, the plant produces green, three-lobed seed pods. Historically, these were harvested while still green and pickled in vinegar to create "Poor Man's Capers"—a spicy, tangy treat that tastes remarkably like the real thing! Garden Tip: Plant Firefly Blaze Mix in hanging baskets or at the edge of raised beds. The 30-inch vines will "blaze" downwards, creating a stunning waterfall of color that is visible from across the garden. 🏮🔥

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The Flickering Jewel of the Edible Garden
Ignite your garden with the Firefly Blaze Mix, a stunning selection of nasturtiums designed to mimic the warm, dancing glow of a summer bonfire. This "Firefly" mix offers a breathtaking palette of scarlet-red, brilliant orange, and honey-gold blooms that stand out against lily-pad-shaped, emerald-green foliage. Classified as a dwarf, mounding variety, it offers the perfect balance of form and function—staying tidy enough for garden borders while producing lush, 24-to-30-inch vines that spill elegantly over the sides of containers or create a dense, flowery carpet. The poorer the soil, the better the blooms! 
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Global Journey">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Global Journey</h3>
Nasturtiums are a true New World treasure, originally native to the rugged slopes of the Andean Mountains in South America (spanning from Peru to Colombia). They were brought to Europe by Spanish conquistadors in the 1500s and quickly became a sensation in royal gardens.
Historically, they were known as "Indian Cress" because their peppery flavor reminded explorers of watercress. In the 17th century, they were valued as a vital "scurvy-preventing" plant on long voyages due to their high Vitamin C content. By the Victorian era, nasturtiums had become a staple of the "Cottage Garden" movement. Our Firefly Blaze Mix carries on this legacy of utility and beauty, representing the refined, dwarf mounding habit that was perfected in the early 20th century to suit the smaller garden beds of the modern era.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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The "Goldilocks" Size: With a 24-to-30-inch height and vine length, these are larger than "ultra-dwarf" types but far more manageable than climbing varieties. They provide excellent ground cover without taking over the garden.</li>
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Completely Edible: Every part of the plant is a gourmet treat! The flowers add a mild, sweet-peppery flavor to salads, while the leaves offer a spicy "kick" similar to arugula.</li>
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The Ultimate Companion Plant: Often called the "Trap Crop," nasturtiums naturally draw aphids away from your prized vegetables like kale and tomatoes.</li>
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Deer &amp; Rabbit Resistant: The spicy, mustard-oil scent of the foliage acts as a natural deterrent to garden grazers.</li>
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Pollinator Magnet: Hummingbirds and long-tongued bees are particularly drawn to the deep nectar spurs found at the back of each "Firefly" bloom.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
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</thead>
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<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Tropaeolum majus</td>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Mounding / Dwarf)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Height / Vine Length</td>
<td>24 to 30 inches</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
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<tr data-line="30">
<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Early Summer through Frost</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>55–65 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="32">
<td>Edibility</td>
<td>Flowers, Leaves, and Seed Pods (Pickled)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="36" id="🌱 How to Grow Firefly Blaze Nasturtiums">🌱 How to Grow Firefly Blaze Nasturtiums</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Best): Nasturtiums have large, easy-to-handle seeds (great for kids!) and do not like being transplanted.
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When: Sow outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is warm.</li>
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Depth: Sow seeds 1/2 inch to 1 inch deep. They require darkness to germinate.</li>
<li data-line="42">
Scarification: For faster sprouting, you can nick the hard seed coat with a nail file or soak them in warm water for 4–8 hours before planting.</li>
</ul>
2. The "Love 'em and Leave 'em" Rule: One of the unique secrets to nasturtiums is that they thrive on neglect.
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Soil: Avoid rich, fertilized soil. If the soil is too "good" or contains too much nitrogen, the plant will produce massive amounts of leaves and very few flowers. Poor, sandy, or average soil is perfect.</li>
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Watering: Water regularly until established, but once they are growing, they are quite drought-tolerant.</li>
</ul>
3. Maintenance:
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 10–12 inches apart. The 30-inch vines will eventually grow together to form a solid, weed-suppressing mound.</li>
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Pests: If you see aphids on your nasturtiums, don't panic! This means the plant is doing its job as a trap crop. Simply spray them off with a sharp blast of water from the hose.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="55" id="🥗 Kitchen Tip: &quot;Poor Man's Capers&quot;">🥗 Kitchen Tip: "Poor Man's Capers"</h3>
Once the flowers fade, the plant produces green, three-lobed seed pods. Historically, these were harvested while still green and pickled in vinegar to create "Poor Man's Capers"—a spicy, tangy treat that tastes remarkably like the real thing!
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Garden Tip: Plant Firefly Blaze Mix in hanging baskets or at the edge of raised beds. The 30-inch vines will "blaze" downwards, creating a stunning waterfall of color that is visible from across the garden. 🏮🔥
</blockquote>

Firefly Blaze Mix, Mounding Nasturtium Flower

Firefly Packet 25 Seeds

Firefly 1oz 200 Seeds

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 7) with Carbon Pencil We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens. Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. Details Zinc marker, etched for easy writing Carbon Pencil included Set comes with 7 markers Rust Proof Reusable These are every gardener's dream.

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 7) with Carbon Pencil
We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens.  Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. 
Details
<ul>
<li>Zinc marker, etched for easy writing</li>
<li>Carbon Pencil included 
</li>
<li>Set comes with 7 markers</li>
<li>Rust Proof</li>
<li>Reusable</li>
</ul>
These are every gardener's dream.

Zinc Plant Marker with Pencil

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 10) We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens. Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. These markers can be attached to garden stakes, rose canes, branches and more. Details Zinc marker, etched for easy writing Carbon Pencil required (we sell these too) Set comes with 10 markers Rust Proof Reusable Gardening isn't always easy, but remembering what you planted doesn't have to be the hard part.

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 10)
We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens.  Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. These markers can be attached to garden stakes, rose canes, branches and more. 
Details
<ul>
<li>Zinc marker, etched for easy writing</li>
<li>Carbon Pencil required (we sell these too) 
</li>
<li>Set comes with 10 markers</li>
<li>Rust Proof</li>
<li>Reusable</li>
</ul>
Gardening isn't always easy, but remembering what you planted doesn't have to be the hard part.

Zinc Plant Marker Tags

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 10) with Pencil We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens. Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. These markers can be attached to garden stakes, rose canes, branches and more. Details Zinc marker, etched for easy writing Carbon Pencil included Set comes with 10 markers Rust Proof Reusable Gardening isn't always easy, but remembering what you planted doesn't have to be the hard part.

Zinc Plant Marker (set of 10) with Pencil
We spend a lot of time and effort in our gardens.  Documenting key plants, bulbs we planted last year or seeds that we just sowed. Plant markers give you the ability to let you know what you planted there. These markers can be attached to garden stakes, rose canes, branches and more. 
Details
<ul>
<li>Zinc marker, etched for easy writing</li>
<li>Carbon Pencil included 
</li>
<li>Set comes with 10 markers</li>
<li>Rust Proof</li>
<li>Reusable</li>
</ul>
Gardening isn't always easy, but remembering what you planted doesn't have to be the hard part.

Zinc Plant Marker Tags with Pencil

🌿 Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis) The Ancient Herb of Purification and Pollinator Bliss Introduce a touch of timeless elegance and storied history to your herb garden with Hyssop. This hardy, semi-evergreen perennial is a masterpiece of multi-purpose gardening. With its upright spikes of vibrant indigo-blue flowers and aromatic, needle-like foliage, Hyssop is as much an ornamental joy as it is a culinary and medicinal staple. Known as a "top-tier" bee plant, it is an essential addition for anyone looking to create a thriving, scent-filled sanctuary. 📜 Historical Heritage & Folklore Hyssop is a plant steeped in antiquity. Native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia, it has been cultivated for over 2,500 years. Historically, Hyssop was revered as a "holy herb" of purification. It is famously mentioned in the Bible ("Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean"), though botanical historians believe the biblical hyssop may have been a different local species. In the Middle Ages, it was a fundamental "strewing herb," scattered across the floors of homes and churches to scent the air and ward off disease. In the Renaissance "Stillroom," it was a primary ingredient in tonics and liqueurs—most notably Chartreuse, the famous French liqueur, which still uses Hyssop in its secret recipe today. ✨ Product Highlights The Ultimate "Bee Magnet": Hyssop is legendary among beekeepers. It produces an abundance of nectar that results in a highly prized, aromatic honey. Aromatic Foliage: The leaves emit a refreshing, complex scent—a blend of spicy mint, camphor, and warm anise. Drought Tolerant & Rugged: Once established, Hyssop thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils where other herbs might struggle. Culinary Versatility: A hidden gem in the kitchen! The leaves add a peppery, minty zest to heavy stews, roasted meats, and herbal teas. Beautiful "Living Hedge": With its woody base and upright habit, it can be pruned into a tidy, fragrant low hedge for garden borders. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Hyssopus officinalis Plant Type Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 4–9) Height 18 to 24 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Bloom Color Deep Blue / Violet Days to Maturity 75–85 Days Soil Preference Well-drained, slightly alkaline 🌱 How to Grow Hyssop from Seed 1. Sowing the Seeds:Hyssop is easy to grow from seed and can be started indoors or direct-sown. Indoors: Start 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of a seed-starting mix and press them in lightly. They require light to germinate. Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring or late autumn. Scatter seeds on cleared soil and press firmly to ensure good contact. Germination: Expect sprouts in 14–21 days. 2. The Perfect Location:Hyssop demands excellent drainage. It loves "sweet" (alkaline) soil and plenty of sun. If your soil is heavy clay, consider growing Hyssop in a raised bed or a large container to prevent "wet feet" during the winter. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings to 12–18 inches apart. Pruning: To keep the plant from becoming too "woody" and leggy, prune it back by half in early spring. This encourages a fresh flush of tender, aromatic leaves. Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature plants are remarkably drought-tolerant. 🍳 Culinary & Garden Tips In the Kitchen: Because Hyssop has a strong flavor, use it sparingly. It is particularly effective at helping to "cut" the richness of fatty meats like duck or lamb. Companion Planting: Hyssop is a fantastic companion for grapes and cabbage. It is said to increase the yield of grapes, and its strong scent helps distract the Cabbage White butterfly from laying eggs on your brassicas. Herb Teas: A tea made from Hyssop leaves and honey is a traditional folk remedy for soothing sore throats and coughs. Garden Tip: Harvest the flower spikes just as they begin to open if you wish to dry them for potpourri or floral arrangements. They retain their deep blue color and spicy scent beautifully when dried. 🌿✨

<h2 id="🌿 Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)" data-line="0">🌿 Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)</h2>
The Ancient Herb of Purification and Pollinator Bliss
Introduce a touch of timeless elegance and storied history to your herb garden with Hyssop. This hardy, semi-evergreen perennial is a masterpiece of multi-purpose gardening. With its upright spikes of vibrant indigo-blue flowers and aromatic, needle-like foliage, Hyssop is as much an ornamental joy as it is a culinary and medicinal staple. Known as a "top-tier" bee plant, it is an essential addition for anyone looking to create a thriving, scent-filled sanctuary.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore" data-line="7">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore</h3>
Hyssop is a plant steeped in antiquity. Native to the Mediterranean and Central Asia, it has been cultivated for over 2,500 years.
Historically, Hyssop was revered as a "holy herb" of purification. It is famously mentioned in the Bible ("Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean"), though botanical historians believe the biblical hyssop may have been a different local species. In the Middle Ages, it was a fundamental "strewing herb," scattered across the floors of homes and churches to scent the air and ward off disease. In the Renaissance "Stillroom," it was a primary ingredient in tonics and liqueurs—most notably Chartreuse, the famous French liqueur, which still uses Hyssop in its secret recipe today.
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<h3 id="✨ Product Highlights" data-line="14">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
The Ultimate "Bee Magnet": Hyssop is legendary among beekeepers. It produces an abundance of nectar that results in a highly prized, aromatic honey.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Aromatic Foliage: The leaves emit a refreshing, complex scent—a blend of spicy mint, camphor, and warm anise.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Drought Tolerant &amp; Rugged: Once established, Hyssop thrives in hot, dry conditions and poor soils where other herbs might struggle.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Culinary Versatility: A hidden gem in the kitchen! The leaves add a peppery, minty zest to heavy stews, roasted meats, and herbal teas.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Beautiful "Living Hedge": With its woody base and upright habit, it can be pruned into a tidy, fragrant low hedge for garden borders.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="21">
<h3 id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile" data-line="23">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Hyssopus officinalis</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 4–9)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Height</td>
<td>18 to 24 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Bloom Color</td>
<td>Deep Blue / Violet</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>75–85 Days</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="32">
<td>Soil Preference</td>
<td>Well-drained, slightly alkaline</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 id="🌱 How to Grow Hyssop from Seed" data-line="36">🌱 How to Grow Hyssop from Seed</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Hyssop is easy to grow from seed and can be started indoors or direct-sown.
<ul data-line="40">
<li data-line="40">
Indoors: Start 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of a seed-starting mix and press them in lightly. They require light to germinate.
</li>
<li data-line="41">
Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring or late autumn. Scatter seeds on cleared soil and press firmly to ensure good contact.</li>
<li data-line="42">
Germination: Expect sprouts in 14–21 days.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Location: Hyssop demands excellent drainage. It loves "sweet" (alkaline) soil and plenty of sun. If your soil is heavy clay, consider growing Hyssop in a raised bed or a large container to prevent "wet feet" during the winter.
3. Maintenance:
<ul data-line="48">
<li data-line="48">
Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings to 12–18 inches apart.</li>
<li data-line="49">
Pruning: To keep the plant from becoming too "woody" and leggy, prune it back by half in early spring. This encourages a fresh flush of tender, aromatic leaves.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Watering: Water regularly until established. Mature plants are remarkably drought-tolerant.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="52">
<h3 id="🍳 Culinary &amp; Garden Tips" data-line="54">🍳 Culinary &amp; Garden Tips</h3>
<ul data-line="55">
<li data-line="55">
In the Kitchen: Because Hyssop has a strong flavor, use it sparingly. It is particularly effective at helping to "cut" the richness of fatty meats like duck or lamb.</li>
<li data-line="56">
Companion Planting: Hyssop is a fantastic companion for grapes and cabbage. It is said to increase the yield of grapes, and its strong scent helps distract the Cabbage White butterfly from laying eggs on your brassicas.</li>
<li data-line="57">
Herb Teas: A tea made from Hyssop leaves and honey is a traditional folk remedy for soothing sore throats and coughs.</li>
</ul>
<blockquote data-line="59">
Garden Tip: Harvest the flower spikes just as they begin to open if you wish to dry them for potpourri or floral arrangements. They retain their deep blue color and spicy scent beautifully when dried. 🌿✨
</blockquote>

Hyssop Flower, 1,300 years old heirloom

Firefly Packet ~100 Seeds (0.1g)

Firefly Packet ~500 Seeds (0.5g)

Lavender Hyssop - A native commonly found in the north central United States. It prefers dry woodlands and prairies and readily adapts to garden environments without standing water. The leaves are scented like licorice and it is often referred to Anise Hyssop because of this. Butterlfies and other pollinators will stay busy gathering pollen and nectar. It is used by a variety of beneficial insects as well. It is often used in boquets Botanical Name: Agastche foeniculum Characteristics: Biennial/perennial that self seeds easily Hardy to zone 4 Plants grow up to 3 feet Purple flowers and leaves that smell of licorice .75g or 250 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath surface of soil. Seeds can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Does best in well-drained soil. Sow seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination 30-90 days Plant 12" apart Full Sun to Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Lavender Hyssop - A native commonly found in the north central United States. It prefers dry woodlands and prairies and readily adapts to garden environments without standing water.  The leaves are scented like licorice and it is often referred to Anise Hyssop because of this. Butterlfies and other pollinators will stay busy gathering pollen and nectar. It is used by a variety of beneficial insects as well. It is often used in boquets
Botanical Name: Agastche foeniculum
Characteristics:  
<ul>
<li>Biennial/perennial that self seeds easily</li>
<li>Hardy to zone 4</li>
<li>Plants grow up to 3 feet</li>
<li>Purple flowers and leaves that smell of licorice</li>
<li>.75g or 250 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath surface of soil. Seeds can also be directly sown outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Does best in well-drained soil.
<ul>
<li>Sow seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Germination 30-90  days</li>
<li>Plant 12" apart</li>
<li>Full Sun to Partial Shade</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Lavender Hyssop Flower, Native Flower

Packet - .75g or ~250 Seeds

Packet - 1/4 oz or ~23,500 Seeds

Back for 2025! Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun. The Tiny Series provides countless blooms and are perfect containers. Our Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of eye catching blooms. USDA Zones 3-9 (Zone 2, 3 you should mulch to help with winter lows) Mid-Summer flowering Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color: Orange and Dark Orange Additional Information Perfect for Containers! Does well in Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Cut Gardens. 12-14” tall Shipping: We start shipping in February and finish shipping in May or when we run out of our bulbs. This one seems to be arriving in the 2nd half of March. Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4-5” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. Lilies have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring.

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Back for 2025! Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun.
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">The Tiny Series provides countless blooms and are perfect containers.  Our Tiny Shadow Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of eye catching blooms. 
<ul>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">USDA Zones 3-9 (Zone 2, 3 you should mulch to help with winter lows)</li>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Mid-Summer flowering </li>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Bloom Duration: 2 weeks</li>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Cold Hardy</li>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Full Sun</li>
<li style="color: #000000; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Bloom Color: Orange and Dark Orange</li>
</ul>
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Additional Information
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Perfect for Containers!  Does well in Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, &amp; Cut Gardens. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">12-14” tall
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Shipping: We start shipping in February and finish shipping in May or when we run out of our bulbs. This one seems to be arriving in the 2nd half of March.  
<ul style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;"></ul>
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Key Planting Tips
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4-5” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Lilies have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring.
 
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Tiny Shadow Lily, Lilium Asiatic (Asiatic Lily, Lily Div I)

Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun. The Tiny Series provides countless blooms and are perfect containers. Our Tiny Ghost Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of burgundy blooms. USDA Zones 2-9 (Zone 2, 3 you should mulch to help with winter lows) Mid-Summer flowering Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color: Burgundy Additional Information Perfect for Containers! Does well in Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Cut Gardens. 12-14” tall (It can take 2 seasons for Asiatic lilies to reach their full height. Shipping: We start shipping in February and finish shipping in May or when we run out of our bulbs. Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4-5” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. Lilies have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring.

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Asiatic Lilies are super easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Blooms are upright and look as if they are looking up towards the sun.
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">The Tiny Series provides countless blooms and are perfect containers.  Our Tiny Ghost Asiatic Lily will provide an abundance of burgundy blooms. 
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<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Perfect for Containers!  Does well in Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, &amp; Cut Gardens. 
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<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4-5” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. 
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Tiny Ghost Lily, Lilium Asiatic (Asiatic Lily, Lily Div I)

Our Belladonnas have arrived! Amaryllis Belladonna thrive in the heat and don't mind humidity. They are great for containers or in your garden beds. They are carefree and take very little care. They bloom in the heat of summer and then will shoot up leaves. For this reason we bring in the largest bulbs we can find and they should be planted right away. They are hardy to USDA Zones 7-11 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates. We offer these for sale in Spring, Fall, and Winter. The latest harvest arrives 9/15 or so. Characteristics 24-36" tall USDA Zones 7-11 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms all summer Full Sun to Partial Shade Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Not bothered by deer, rabbits or other wildlife Key Planting Tips Belladonna should be planted just under the soil line and space 6-10" wide. Water after planting. Shipping Information We will ship these starting in October and it goes until March or so, sometimes longer if we have them. We get our new stock at the end of September

Our Belladonnas have arrived!  Amaryllis Belladonna thrive in the heat and don't mind humidity. They are great for containers or in your garden beds.  They are carefree and take very little care. They bloom in the heat of summer and then will shoot up leaves. For this reason we bring in the largest bulbs we can find and they should be planted right away. 
They are hardy to USDA Zones 7-11 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates. 
We offer these for sale in Spring, Fall, and Winter. The latest harvest arrives 9/15 or so.
Characteristics
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Key Planting Tips
Belladonna should be planted just under the soil line and space 6-10" wide. Water after planting.  
Shipping Information
We will ship these starting in October and it goes until March or so, sometimes longer if we have them.  We get our new stock at the end of September

Amaryllis Belladonna (Belladonna Lily), Naked Lady, Surprise Lily, southern climates

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Renee's Garden - This spellbinding nasturtium offers unusual variegated, vining foliage and brilliant, spurred blossoms in exotic and unusual shades of pumpkin, painted peachy-rose, ruby, gold, and pale lemon. The single scented flowers shine out from among lily-pad-shaped leaves splashed with patterns of emerald green and creamy white. The effect is a trailing jungle of gemstones as Amazon Jewel meanders gracefully to cover bare spots, adorn fences, or cascade from containers, filling the garden with vibrant color. Characteristics: Renee's Garden Exclusive Annual Gemstone colors Approx 35-40 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds in spring once all danger of frost is over in full sun (or part shade in hot climates). Nasturtiums need no added fertilizer in most soils. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart. Press soil firmly over the seeds and keep moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin 10 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. Plant in: April - June for cold winters or March - July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Plant 1/4 inch deep Plant 3-4 inches apart 9-12 inches days to germinate Mature Height: 4-6 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Amazon Jewel Nasturtium (Climbing)

Organic Seed Potatoes! Sold by the pound and sent out every April to mid May so get your orders in. They look fantastic. Why do we love High Mowing Organic potatoes - because they do great without the use of chemicals All varieties for $6.95 per pound! We typically receive them by 4/10. We source all of our potatoes from High Mowing Organic Seeds company due to the highest standards and best performance of any seed potatoes we have tried. Shipping will be added if you have seeds or bulbs leaving before or after April.

Organic Seed Potatoes

Jimmy Red Corn – The Bootlegger's Heirloom Legend🌽 Resurrected from Prohibition's shadows, this blood-red flint corn from SC's Sea Islands delivers unmatched flavor for grits, cornbread, and craft whiskeys. Rare & Historic: Saved by moonshiner "Jimmy Red" ~1900; revived from 200 seeds in 2003. Epic Taste: Sweet, nutty kernels with ruby hue—perfect for artisan milling. Grow It: 100 days to 10-ft stalks; isolate for purity. Indeterminate, high yields (10-15 ears/plant). Story Sells: "From bootleg bourbon to your backyard—taste history!" "Jimmy Red is the holy grail of Southern heirlooms—sweet as candy corn, with a story sweeter still." – Glenn Roberts, Anson Mills. Growing Notes Maturity: 100-110 days; 8-10 ft stalks. Habitat: Warm climates (USDA 7-11); needs isolation from other corn to prevent cross-pollination. Uses: Grits, meal, roasting, distillation. High antioxidants from red pigments. Jimmy Red corn is an heirloom variety with vibrant red kernels, ideal for decorative displays and whiskey production. It grows well in warm climates, reaching 8-10 feet tall, with a 90-100 day maturity period, perfect for southern gardens. Offer it as a unique, historically rich seed for customers interested in rare, heritage crops. Jimmy Red corn (Zea mays) is a rare, blood-red flint corn heirloom variety celebrated for its intense flavor, nutritional density, and cultural significance. Native to the South Carolina Lowcountry (Sea Islands region), it's prized for making superior grits, cornbread, and heirloom whiskeys due to its high sugar and oil content. Origins and Near-Extinction Discovery (Early 1900s): Named after "Jimmy Red," a local farmer/bootlegger who preserved it amid Prohibition-era demand. Its deep red kernels yielded high-proof moonshine, making it a bootlegger's secret. Prohibition Era (1920s-1930s): Thrived in SC coastal farms for illicit distillation—up to 10% higher alcohol conversion than modern hybrids. Decline (Mid-20th Century): Commercial hybrids displaced it post-WWII. By the 1990s, only ~200 seeds remained on a single farm. Revival and Modern Legacy 2000s Rescue: Rediscovered by seed saver Doug Berry on Wade's Island, SC. Shared with Glenn Rogers (Rogers Farms, Walhalla, SC), who multiplied it. Commercial Breakthrough (2010): Glenn Roberts of Anson Mills championed it for artisan grains, sourcing from Rogers. Now grown by select farms; used in high-end products like Hilton Head Distillery's Jimmy Red Bourbon. Seed Saving Networks: Preserved via Seed Savers Exchange (SSE), Native Seeds/SEARCH, and USDA GRIN. As of 2026, it's federally recognized as a crop at risk but stable through dedicated growers. Timeline Table Era Key Event Key Figure(s) ~1900 Variety stabilized in SC Sea Islands Jimmy Red (farmer) 1920s Peak for moonshine production Local bootleggers 1970s-90s Near extinction (1 farm left) N/A 2003 Seeds shared with Glenn Rogers Doug Berry 2010 Anson Mills revival; SSE listing Glenn Roberts 2020s Bourbon/grits boom; 100+ acres U.S. Rogers Farms, Anson Mills Growing Notes Maturity: 100-110 days; 8-10 ft stalks. Habitat: Warm climates (USDA 7-11); needs isolation from other corn to prevent cross-pollination. Uses: Grits, meal, roasting, distillation. High antioxidants from red pigments.

Jimmy Red Corn, 1900 Heirloom, Rare Find

🌿 Za’atar Oregano (Origanum syriacum) The Soul of Middle Eastern Flavor Experience the authentic, intoxicating aroma of the Levant with Za’atar Oregano (or sometimes spelled as zaatar). Also known as Syrian Oregano or Lebanese Oregano, this ancient herb is the primary ingredient in the legendary Middle Eastern spice blend of the same name. It offers a sophisticated "three-in-one" flavor profile—a bold, savory combination of Greek Oregano, Sweet Marjoram, and Thyme, finished with a subtle, spicy kick. With its beautiful, fuzzy silver-green leaves and rugged resilience, it is a must-have for any herb gardener or gourmet chef. 📜 Historical Heritage & The "Hyssop" Mystery Origanum syriacum is an herb of biblical proportions. Native to the rocky hillsides of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Israel, many scholars believe this is the true "Hyssop" mentioned in the Old Testament, used for thousands of years in purification rituals. In the Middle East, it is more than just a plant—it is a symbol of health and heritage. Historically, it has been wild-harvested for centuries, but as demand for the spice blend grew, it moved into the "Kitchen Gardens" of the Mediterranean. It is the heart of the Manakish (flatbread) tradition, where the herb is mixed with olive oil and sumac to create a breakfast staple that has fueled the region for generations. To grow Za’atar is to invite one of the world's most ancient and revered culinary traditions into your home. ✨ Product Highlights The "Spice Blend" Hero: The essential base for authentic Za’atar seasoning (typically mixed with sumac, sesame seeds, and salt). Unique Texture: Features soft, velvety, silver-gray leaves that are as ornamental as they are delicious. Drought-Tolerant Champion: Highly adapted to hot, dry climates; once established, it requires very little water. Pollinator Magnet: Produces spikes of delicate white-to-pale-pink flowers that are a favorite for honeybees and butterflies. Versatile Perennial: A hardy perennial in warmer zones (8–10) and a fast-growing, productive annual in cooler climates. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Origanum syriacum Plant Type Perennial Herb (Hardy in Zones 8–10) Height 18 to 24 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Flavor Profile Oregano, Thyme, and Marjoram blend Days to Maturity 80–90 Days Growth Habit Upright / Woody-based shrub 🌱 How to Grow Za’atar Oregano 1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Essential):Za’atar seeds are tiny and require light to germinate. Indoors: Start 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow the seeds onto a moist starting mix and press them in lightly. Do not cover with soil. Outdoors: Direct sow in late spring only after the soil has thoroughly warmed. Germination: Expect sprouts in 10–21 days. Keep the tray in a warm, bright spot. 2. The Perfect Location:Za’atar demands Full Sun and exceptional drainage. It thrives in "lean," rocky, or sandy soils. If your soil is heavy clay, we highly recommend growing Za’atar in a raised bed or a terra cotta pot to prevent "wet feet," which can cause root rot. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin or transplant seedlings to 12–18 inches apart. Watering: Water at the base of the plant. Avoid wetting the "fuzzy" leaves excessively. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings. Harvesting: For the best flavor, harvest the stems just before the plant flowers. This is when the essential oils are at their peak. 🍳 Culinary Inspiration: The Za’atar Blend To make your own garden-fresh Za’atar blend: Dry your Za’atar Oregano leaves and crumble them into a bowl. Add toasted sesame seeds, ground sumac, and a pinch of sea salt. Mix with high-quality olive oil and use as a dip for warm pita bread or as a rub for roasted chicken and vegetables. Garden Tip: Because of its silver, fuzzy leaves, Za’atar Oregano is highly resistant to deer and rabbits. Its strong, savory scent acts as a natural deterrent, making it a great "guard plant" for the edges of your garden. 🌿🫓🍋

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