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Roselily 'Nowa' (Double Oriental Lily) from $5.99 $19.99

The Roselily Collection is recently introduced. Oriental Lilies are probably the most popular type of lily and the Roselily will keep them as heavy favorites. The fragrant blooms are favorite in summer. They are dependable bloomers year after year as long as you provide fertilizer or rich compost when you plant them, right after they bloom and early spring. The blooms are favorite in cut vases so make sure you plant some extras. Our Roselily 'Now' Double Oriental Lily will make a great addition garden to you garden. Light Pink edges with dark pink freckled interior doubled blossoms will leave you with nothing but smiles all day long. Our bulbs are 5” in circumference ( 16-18cm) which makes them some of the biggest available. We start shipping mid March as we receive our stock from our growers. USDA Zones 3-9 Mid-Summer flowering Pollen Free Blooms Bloom Duration: 2 weeks Cold Hardy to Zone 3 Full Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Color: Light Pink edges with dark pink freckled interior Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, Hummingbirds & Cut Gardens. 36-38” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. If not planting in early to mid spring, place them in your refrigerator until ready to plant. Shipping Info These will start shipping February as we bring a limited number in from the coolers then typcially bring the bulk of them in late March and the remaining in April. We typically like to ship out by the end of May. We like to ship based on your planting zones which is a few weeks after the ground has thawed and most nights are above 32 degrees. You can also make a note at checkout for when you’d like them.

Historic Pansies Mix Flower, Heirloom Look-A-Alike, Pansy $3.75 $3.96

The Seed Savers Exchange - None of the original pansies introduced in the 1800s by the Vilmorin Company of Paris still exist by their true names. Fortunately for gardeners, seedsman Kees Sahin kept a collection of 13,000 violas in the Netherlands. Kees re-assembled a mixture closely resembling the original “Bambini Mixture” from Vilmorin. The flowers are reminiscent of little smiling faces with distinct whiskers. Self-seeding biennial, 6-8" tall. Self-seeding biennial plants grow to 6-8 inches A mixture of many-colored blossoms Will grow in containers Good for ornamental border plantings 50 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors when the spring temperatures are still cool and a light frost is possible. Plants enjoy cool rich soil. Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination 10-14 days Plant 6-9" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

‘Red Cap' Dahlia (Ball) from $7.99 $9.99

‘Red Cap’ Dahlias are exquisite in the landscape. Almost perfectly red round balls sit atop lush green foliage. These are very popular in cutting gardens. We provide them in clumps the majority of the time. Sometimes they will be stand alone with necks and eyes depending on the season’s harvest. Ball Dahlias are wonderful plants that provide structure and continuous color to any garden with minimal effort. They reward gardeners with an abundance of blooms starting in mid to late summer through frost. Typically they are not bothered by diseases and have attractive foliage until frost. You can also use in a container. Simply pinch back the shoots after about 3-4 weeks to encourage branching. Characteristics 30-50” tall (Many people pinch back to encourage a bushier, shorter plant) Blooms are 1-4” wide USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Summer to Fall Bloom Duration: Continuous Blooms through frost starting in mid to late summer Full Sun to Partial Shade Additional Information Great for Mass Plantings, Borders, and Cutting Gardens. Great for butterflies and other pollinators Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun crown 1-2” below the soil. Space ball dahlias about 2’ apart from any neighbor. Plant when the soil is 60 degrees, well past any frost danger. Dahlias love soil that is close to neutral and do well in slightly acidic or slightly alkaline soils.You can amend soil with 10-10-10 or something similar. Just make sure the first number (nitrogen) is 5 or 10. You can fertilize every 4 weeks to help achieve large blossoms. Don’t water until the Dahlia sprouts. If your soil is very dry, water the soil first and then let it stand for 30 minutes before planting. Mulch around your plant leaving bare dirt directly above the tuber. We are currently transitioing to grow all of our Dahlia stock. We exepct to offer some varitities starting in 2024 but will continue providing imported stock until we complete our domestic plan to raise them.. Dahlias are imported from 3 growers in Holland for us. These growers have supported us for years nad have limited issues. Once we recevie our dahlias we wake them up to hand inspect each and every tuber. Every tuber is inspected by me (Andre Paquette) and then hand packed for shipment. In case of any issues, we reach our proactively to go over options. If you have any questions hit the Chat with Us Now button simply reach out by email or a phone call.

New Zealand Spinach, 1768 Heirloom $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (Tetragonia expansa) Discovered in Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand, by British botanist Sir Joseph Banks who sailed with Captain Cook's first voyage to the South Pacific (1768-1771). Not a true spinach, but similar in flavor and usage. Strong spreading plants branch freely. Fleshy leaves are great for fresh summer greens. Thrives in hot weather, resists bolting. Best when picked all summer and fall. Seeds are slow to germinate, so be patient. Good source of vitamin C. 50-70 days. Characteristics: Not a true spinach, but similar in flavor and usage Spreading plants Thick, fleshy leaves Slow to bolt and thrives in hot weather Best when picked all summer and fall Good source of vitamin C 50-70 days 50 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when the danger of frost has passed. Do not plant before air temperatures are consistently between 70-80°F. Soak seed for 24 hours before planting to speed germination. For best yields, harvest continually. Plant 1" apart Plant 1/2" deep Germination: 7-14 Days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Giant from Italy Parsley, Organic $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Prized by Italian cooks, this variety produces sizeable, bushy plants and a continuous supply of large, flat leaves with strong parsley flavor. Biennial in zones 6-9, grown as an annual. 85-90 days. Characteristics: Organic Grown as an annual or biennial Plants grow to 9-12 inches tall Flattened leaves 85-90 days 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before the last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained rich soil. Direct Seed 1/4" deep Germination 14-21 days Thin 6-12" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability. The picture shown is a parsley variety.

Ranunculus Rainbow Mix Jumbo Size (Ranunculus Tecolote) from $9.99

Fall of 2024 Shipping - Our Jumbo Size Ranunuculus corms are a great way to get more flowers the first year. The bulbs are two to three times the size of our regular corms. Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers. You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies. They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates. Characteristics Tecolotes are 14-16" tall with 3-6" blooms USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones), while Aviv can be sightly shorter at 12-16" tall. Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones. You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom. Full Sun Rainbow Mix of blooms: All Solid Colors Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart. Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. It takes 90-100 days for blooms from your planting date. Shipping Information Ships starting in October, and we tend to stop shipping in March.

Iris Miniature 'Dark Blue', Dutch Iris Species (25 per pack) $8.99 $9.99

Dark Blue irises are very vibrant and if there is a late blanket of snow, they are like little jewels. Contains 25 Irises per pack Dutch Specie Iris is an early bloomer, often blooming shortly after crocuses. They come in assorted colors but all will bring smiles to you garden visitors. Planting and Maintenance Information: Fall Planting Plant Height 4-6" Planting Depth: 2-3" Spacing: 2-3" Bloom Duration: 2-4 Weeks USDA Zone: 3-9 Iris Miniature 'Katharine Hodgkin' Dutch Iris Features: Full Sun to Partial Shade Well Drained Great for Naturalizing, Beds, and Borders Color: Green

Rouge Vif d'Etampes 'Cinderella' Pumpkin, 1883 Heirloom $3.75

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful French pumpkin: introduced in the United States by W. Atlee Burpee in 1883; documented by Vilmorin the same year. Very flattened red-orange fruit with wide ribs, weighs up to 20 pounds. Favored by French chefs for rich soup stock. 95 days, (C. maxima) (aka Bright Red d'Etampes, Cinderella) Characteristics: Cinderella Pumpkin 15-20 lb fruit Bright red-orange fruit Flattened fruits with wide ribs Fruits grow to 20 pounds Winter squash 95 days ~25 seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed. Hills should be spaced 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 3 weeks before transplanting out. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Cinderella Pumpkin, 1880 Heirloom, Organic $3.50 $3.75

The vivid red French heirloom was reminiscent of the fairytale with its beautiful, whimsical appearance. We will have High Mowing Seeds back in late March but look for our Rouge Vif D’Etampes Pumpkin or Cinderella Carriage for the same pumpkin. High Mowing Organic Seeds - (C. moschata) Large, flattened fruits with exceptionally deep orange flesh and strong, sweet flavor delicious in soups and purees. Shell is commonly used as a soup tureen. It can also be named Rouge Vif D'Etampes Pumpkin. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated 15-20 lb fruit Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed. Hills should be spaced 6' apart in all directions. Can also be started indoors 3 weeks before transplanting out. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Ranunculus Red, Jumbo Size (Ranunculus Tecolote) from $9.99 $29.99

Fall of 2024 Shipping - Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers. You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies. They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates. Characteristics Tecolotes are 14-16" tall with 3-6" blooms USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones), while Aviv can be sightly shorter at 12-16" tall. Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones. You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom. Full Sun Red blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart. Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. It takes 90-100 days for blooms from your planting date. Shipping Information Ships starting in October, and we tend to stop shipping in March.

Grandpa Admire's Lettuce, 1800's Heirloom, Organic $3.75 $3.95

Grandpa Admire's Lettuce Is Back! Get those orders in, seeds are arriving. This is a fantastic summer lettuce! The Seed Savers Exchange - From the family of George Admire (1822-1911) a Civil War veteran who migrated west to Putnam County, Missouri during the 1850s. Bronze-tinged leaves form large loose heads. Mild flavor, slow to bolt, even in extreme heat. Butterhead, 60 days. Characteristics: Organic Bronze-tinged leaves Slow to bolt, even in extreme heat Butterhead lettuce 60 days 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Liana Asparagus (Yardlong) Bean, Organic $3.25 $3.75

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - One of the earliest maturing asparagus beans. Like most black-seeded varieties it does well in the North and the South. Since it is day-neutral, in the South it can be planted for early market sales, late for a fall harvest, or year-round in the greenhouse. Green pods up to 23 in. long, but are best picked at 18 in. or smaller (less than pencil-width). A market favorite. Vigna unguiculata ssp. sesquipedalis Certified Organic Heirloom Especially well-suited to the South-East 40 seeds Instructions - Need warm soil to germinate; sow a month after the last frost. Grow in the same manner as pole beans or along a trellis, sow seeds 3/4 in. deep, 4 in. apart, thinning to 8 in. One planting along a tall trellis will produce well all season. Harvest when pods reach 12 to 15 in. before the seeds fill the pods. Easily grown Thrive in hot weather Tolerant of a wide range of soils Flavor - The flavor is similar to southern peas but with a drier, nutty quality. Sweet and mild, resembling the combined flavor of asparagus, mushrooms, and beans. Braid or tie into knots before cooking. The young leaves and stems are also edible. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Classroom Seed Kits $5.99

Classroom Seed Kits are available free of charge to teachers and educators of all grades. We charge $5.99 for shipping, have the charge. Just select Local Pick Up and I’ll still ship them to you! We take our excess seed and make it available for use in your classroom. We simply ask that you post our flyer in your teacher's break room. Please email me at andre@fireflyfarmandmercantile.com with the specifics you are looking for. We will also reach out if we see an order and do not hear from you. For example, you may ask for seeds that sprout easy or if there is a lesson you are doing and if a seed can coincide with that lesson. These are just seeds and any literature we may have from our growers.

Spinning Gourd, Heirloom $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - ( (C. pepo) (aka Dancing) Sent to SSE by member Junior Gordon whose seeds were from his brother in Hickman County, Tennessee. Years ago children would carry these gourds in their pockets to play with at school where they would spin them on their desks. Hard-shelled when dried, great ornamental. 90-100 days. Characteristics: Used for fall decorations Great for market growers and roadside stands 90-100 days 25 Seeds per pack Instructions: Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in 12" diameter hills. Space hills 6' apart in all directions. In short-season areas, growth from transplants started indoors 8 weeks in advance. Gourds grow well on fences or garden trellises. Direct Seed: 1" Deep Seeds to Hill: 6-8 Seeds Thin: To 3-4 Plants Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Whirlygig Mix Zinnia Flower $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - When one color won't do, these bicolor blossoms step in and stay put the blooms will last most of the summer. This vibrant mix is loved by butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects and is also easy to grow. Performs well in borders and in arrangements. Annual. Characteristics: Annual Beloved by pollinators Easy-to-grow 100 Seeds Instructions -Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Zinnias prefer well-drained average soil. Water regularly, keeping leaves dry. Remove spent blossoms frequently to prolong blooming. Sow 1/8" Deep Germination 5-24 days Thin 10-12" apart Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Grandma Hadley's Lettuce, pre 1915 Heirloom, Organic $3.75 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - Donated to SSE in 1988 by Pam Andrew of Arizona. It was given to her by her 85-year-old great-aunt, Flossie Cramer, of Crawford County, IL. Flossie's grandmother, Emma Hadley, grew the lettuce when Flossie was a child (around 1915). It was a family favorite used in a wilted lettuce salad with hot bacon dressing. The dark purple-tinged leaves are buttery, crisp, and slightly sweet. Butterhead, 40-50 days. Characteristics: Organic Heavy dark purple tinge on leaf edges Buttery and crisp leaves are slightly sweet Butterhead 40-55 days to maturity 500 Seeds Instructions - Sow continuously for a constant supply of lettuce. Best grown in cooler weather. Plant in full sun or partial shade. Direct Seed 1" apart Plant 1/4" deep Germinate 7-14 days Thin 6-8" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability.

Planete Rouge Du Jura Poppy, Organic or $3.45

Tall, gorgeous poppy in shades of lavender, magenta, and mauve. High Mowing Organic - Large, luxuriant 4-6" blooms are mostly lavender-pink with a few bright magenta heads mixed in. Each flower center is ringed by four deep eggplant markings. Blooms contrast attractively with the waxy gray-green, scalloped foliage. A rare Swiss variety originally developed for seed and poppy seed oil production. Characteristics: Organic & Open Pollinated Prefers poor soil 3-4' tall Re-seeding annual ~400 seeds Instructions - This poppy is a hardy annual preferring full sun, well-drained sandy soil. It will do well in poor soils so do not fertilize. Direct seed in fall for early summer blooms in zones 7-10, plant in spring for late summer blooms in all zones. The plant will be reseeded, but it is also helpful to gather some seeds to replant next year. Poppies can be started indoors as transplants but direct seeding is best Direct Seed 1/4" deep Germination 10-15 days Thin 8-10" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Isle of Naxos Basil, Organic $3.45 $3.95

One of our favorites! The large and flavorful leaves are great in pestos and salads. The Seed Savers Exchange - A lettuce-leaf strain, this tall basil grows 24-30" and produces a steady crop of large, lush leaves, if its flowers are pinched off regularly. The basil comes from longtime Seed Savers Exchange member and advisor David Cavagnaro, who received it from Jana Muhar, who collected the seeds while living on the Greek island of Naxos. Annual. Characteristics: Organic Annual plants Plants will grow to 24-30 inches 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when soil is warm and temperature does not drop below 65°F. Can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Make successive sowings for continuous summer supplies. Pinch back flower stalks as they appear to keep plants from bolting. Prefers rich well-drained soil. Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before planting Germination 10-15 days Plant 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability. Lettuce leaf basil is shown in the picture

Strawberry Watermelon, Organic, $3.49 $3.75

Strawberry Watermelon - Strawberry-red flesh ripens to within ½ in. of the rind. Delicate texture and outstanding flavor, one of the best we offer. Long melons (8 x 20 in.), 15-25 lbs, dark green rind with darker green stripes, white seeds. Very good disease resistance. Pkt (3 g, about 31 seeds) Developed by Walt Childs and introduced in 1989. Strawberry watermelon was selected from a heirloom planting. Characteristics: Organic 15-20lbs Sweet flavor High disease resistance 85 days to maturity 20-60 Seeds per packet, based on weight of 3g and 31 seeds is average This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in 12" diameter hills after danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Space hills 8' apart in all directions. Seeds will germinate in 4-10 days. Can also be started indoors 4 weeks before transplanting out. Watermelons love heat and prefer sandy or light-textured soils. Plant 1/2" deep Hill 6-8 seeds together Thin to 3-4 plants Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Organic Star of David Okra Heirloom Open Pollinated Seeds

Star of David Okra $3.45 $3.95

The Seed Savers Exchange - (aka Old Fashioned Okra) Tall 7' plants have purple coloration on leaves and thick pods that are best picked at about 3" long. Cross-sections of pods look like the Star of David, giving this variety its name. Like many okra varieties, this plant bears beautiful flowers and foliage that could warrant a place in the ornamental border. 60-75 days. Characteristics: Plants grow to 7 feet tall Plants have purple coloration on leaves Best harvested when pods are 3 inches long 60-75 days 100 Seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but does not tolerate cold well. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors when the soil has warmed. Tolerant of heat and drought, but not of cold. Keep well picked for higher yields. Direct Seed 2" apart Plant 1/2" deep Thin 6-8" apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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