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Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Mayo Indian Grain Amaranth 90 days, from Sonora, Mexico, Very vigorous variety with sturdy stalks. Can reach 7-8 ft. tall in good conditions. Primarily used for grain or to make pinole and atole. The leaves may also be used like spinach. Black seeds. The stalks, leaf veins, and large seed heads are a beautiful maroon red, a bright contrast to the green foliage. Makes a nice ornamental as well. (Amaranthus cruentus) Grain, Pinole, Atole, or as a green Drought tolerant Certified Organic Heirloom 7-8' tall ~850 seeds, 1g Instructions - Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Mayo Indian Grain Amaranth 90 days, from Sonora, Mexico, Very vigorous variety with sturdy stalks. Can reach 7-8 ft. tall in good conditions. Primarily used for grain or to make pinole and atole. The leaves may also be used like spinach. Black seeds. The stalks, leaf veins, and large seed heads are a beautiful maroon red, a bright contrast to the green foliage. Makes a nice ornamental as well.  (Amaranthus cruentus) 
<ul>
<li>Grain, Pinole, Atole, or as a green</li>
<li>Drought tolerant</li>
<li>Certified Organic </li>
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>7-8' tall</li>
<li>~850 seeds, 1g 
</li>
</ul>
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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Mayo Indian Grain Amaranth, Mexican Heirloom, Organic

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Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 57 days. An extremely hardy, drought-resistant, brightly colored cosmos. Orange and red flowers range from solid deep red to bright orange, many with red borders and streaks. Flowers are 2-2½ in. wide. 6 ft. plants bear until frost. Small packet has about 52 seeds. Introduced 1998 by SESE. A red selection of Mona’s Orange developed by Dr. Jeff McCormack as a tribute to Mona Spangler. (Cosmos sulphureus) Certified Organic Short Season Drought-resistant From Small Farms Up to 6' tall Seed heads attract birds Instructions - Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Prefers full sun. Tolerates partial shade, poor soils, and drought once established. For earlier blooms sow indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Or sow outdoors after all danger of frost. Plant 1/4” deep; thin to 12”-14” spacing. Deadhead to prolong blooming. Full Sun Plant 1/4" deep 12" - 14" spacing Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 57 days.  An extremely hardy, drought-resistant, brightly colored cosmos. Orange and red flowers range from solid deep red to bright orange, many with red borders and streaks. Flowers are 2-2½ in. wide. 6 ft. plants bear until frost. Small packet has about 52 seeds. Introduced 1998 by SESE. A red selection of Mona’s Orange developed by Dr. Jeff McCormack as a tribute to Mona Spangler. (Cosmos sulphureus) 
<ul>
<li>Certified Organic </li>
<li>Short Season 
</li>
<li>Drought-resistant 
</li>
<li>From Small Farms </li>
<li>Up to 6' tall</li>
<li>Seed heads attract birds </li>
</ul>
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Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Prefers full sun. Tolerates partial shade, poor soils, and drought once established. For earlier blooms sow indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Or sow outdoors after all danger of frost. Plant 1/4” deep; thin to 12”-14” spacing. Deadhead to prolong blooming. 
<ul>
<li>Full Sun</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep </li>
<li>12" - 14" spacing </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Memories of Mona's Cosmos, Organic

Renee's Garden - We’ve made up a special color blend of very fragrant Mammoth heirloom sweet peas, selecting true blue, lavender, deep mauve & violet varieties, along with just the right proportion of cream flowers for contrast. All the colors bloom together, with long stemmed, large blossoms richly scented with that special sweet pea fragrance that reminds us of orange blossoms and honey. The rich shades of these lovely flowers make a beautiful garden display and stunning romantic bouquets for indoor enjoyment. Characteristics: Heirloom Pollinators & Beneficials Annual climbing vine Spring/summer bloom Frost tolerant 40-45 Seeds Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters Full sun or part-day shade Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep Days to germinate: 12-28 days Mature Height: 6-8 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - We’ve made up a special color blend of very fragrant Mammoth heirloom sweet peas, selecting true blue, lavender, deep mauve &amp; violet varieties, along with just the right proportion of cream flowers for contrast.
All the colors bloom together, with long stemmed, large blossoms richly scented with that special sweet pea fragrance that reminds us of orange blossoms and honey.
The rich shades of these lovely flowers make a beautiful garden display and stunning romantic bouquets for indoor enjoyment.
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual climbing vine  
</li>
<li>Spring/summer bloom </li>
<li>Frost tolerant  </li>
<li>40-45 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut. 
<ul>
<li>Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters  
</li>
<li>Full sun or part-day shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 12-28 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 6-8 feet  
</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Mermaid's Dream Sweet Pea, Heirloom

Mexican Tulip Poppy - Also called Giant Golden Cups, this wonderful poppy-like heirloom offers delicate 3 inch flower cups that glisten in the sun and resemble satiny butter yellow tulips. Plants grow1 1/2 to 2 feet tall with finely cut, blue-green foliage. Flowers have straight stems and are perfect for long lasting fresh bouquets. Mexican Tulip Poppies are lovely planted in groups or drifts where their eye-catching silky yellow flowers provide pools of glowing color. Hunnemannia fumarifolia Characteristics: Yellow Blossoms Re-seeding annual Tolerates poor soil 1-2' tall .65 grams (~130 seeds) Instructions - This poppy like flower 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 and HIGHLY Recommended 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

Mexican Tulip Poppy - Also called Giant Golden Cups, this wonderful poppy-like heirloom offers delicate 3 inch flower cups that glisten in the sun and resemble satiny butter yellow tulips. Plants grow1 1/2 to 2 feet tall with finely cut, blue-green foliage. Flowers have straight stems and are perfect for long lasting fresh bouquets. Mexican Tulip Poppies are lovely planted in groups or drifts where their eye-catching silky yellow flowers provide pools of glowing color. Hunnemannia fumarifolia
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Yellow Blossoms 
</li>
<li>Re-seeding annual </li>
<li>Tolerates poor soil </li>
<li>1-2' tall</li>
<li>.65 grams (~130 seeds) 
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - This poppy like flower 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 and HIGHLY Recommended
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-15 days</li>
<li>Thin 8-10" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Mexican Tulip Poppy, Giant Golden Cups -  Heirloom Butterfly Poppy

Renee's Garden - For wonderful bright color in the garden, Mighty Lion offers intense orange-red, fully double, 4 to 5 inch blossoms with multiple layers of petals that remind us of a lion's mane. These easy to grow, sun loving plants are literally covered with big glowing blossoms that attract butterflies and other pollinators and make a lively statement in the garden. The sturdy branching plants are exceptionally long blooming and their vibrant flowers make striking indoor bouquets. Characteristics: Butterfly Pollinators & Beneficials Annual Summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start in the garden, Sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. To start early indoors, Four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds ½ inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F day and night. Space seedlings 8 to 12 inches apart when large enough to handle so plants have good air circulation and enough elbow room to grow and bloom freely. Zinnias can grow in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large, abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded. Adequate spacing and regular, even watering discourages mildew and keeps zinnias productive. Pick just as blossoms begin opening and petals are tight. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets. Plant in: May-June for cold winters; April-June for mild winters Full sun Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1/2" deep Days to germinate: 7-10 days Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - For wonderful bright color in the garden, Mighty Lion offers intense orange-red, fully double, 4 to 5 inch blossoms with multiple layers of petals that remind us of a lion's mane. These easy to grow, sun loving plants are literally covered with big glowing blossoms that attract butterflies and other pollinators and make a lively statement in the garden. The sturdy branching plants are exceptionally long blooming and their vibrant flowers make striking indoor bouquets.
 Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Butterfly</li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials  
</li>
<li>Annual   
</li>
<li>Summer/fall bloom </li>
<li>Frost tender  </li>
</ul>
Instructions - To start in the garden, <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. 
To start early indoors, <meta charset="utf-8"> Four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds ½ inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F day and night. 
<meta charset="utf-8">Space seedlings 8 to 12 inches apart when large enough to handle so plants have good air circulation and enough elbow room to grow and bloom freely. Zinnias can grow in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large, abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded. Adequate spacing and regular, even watering discourages mildew and keeps zinnias productive. Pick just as blossoms begin opening and petals are tight. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets.
<ul>
<li>Plant in: May-June for cold winters; April-June for mild winters  
</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1/2" deep</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 7-10 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet  
</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Mighty Lion Zinnia

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)

🧡 Mission Bells California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica) The Ruffled "Cup of Gold" in a Vibrant Sunset Mix Take the classic beauty of the California Poppy and turn up the volume with the Mission Bells Mix. This celebrated cultivar is beloved for its stunning semi-double and double blooms, featuring extra layers of satiny, crinkled petals that give the flowers a lush, ruffled appearance. Offering a breathtaking palette of sunset colors—including brilliant orange, golden yellow, creamy white, and soft apricot—Mission Bells brings a touch of wild West Coast elegance to any garden border or meadow. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin The Mission Bells variety is a refined selection of the wild California Poppy, which is native to the grassy slopes and coastal hills of the American West. The species was first documented by European explorers in the early 1800s, who were so struck by the glowing hillsides that they named the region "The Land of Fire." The "Mission Bells" name pays homage to the historic Spanish missions that dot the California landscape. Just as the bells of the missions once signaled the change of seasons, these poppies herald the arrival of spring and early summer. While the wild species features a simple four-petal "cup," breeders developed the Mission Bells strain to provide a more "floral" and decorative look for home gardens, ensuring that the legendary hardiness of the native plant was paired with a show-stopping, multi-petaled display. ✨ Product Highlights Double the Beauty: Features ruffled, multi-layered petals that stay open longer than the single-petal wild varieties. Sunset Color Palette: A joyous mix of vibrant oranges, golds, and bicolors that glow in the sunlight. Exceptional Drought Tolerance: Once established, these poppies thrive on neglect and require very little supplemental water. Signature Foliage: Delicate, lacy, blue-green foliage provides a beautiful textural contrast even when the flowers aren't in bloom. The "Sleeping" Flower: Like all California poppies, the blooms close up at night and on cloudy days, "sleeping" until the sun returns. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Eschscholzia californica Plant Type Native Annual (Perennial in Zones 8-10) Height 10 to 15 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Bloom Period Spring through Summer Days to Maturity 60–75 Days Soil Preference Well-drained; thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky soil 🌱 How to Grow Mission Bells California Poppies 1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Essential):California poppies have a deep, sensitive taproot and do not like being transplanted. For the best success, sow them directly where you want them to grow. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in the fall in milder climates (Zones 7+) for earlier spring blooms. Depth: Surface sow or barely cover with 1/16 inch of soil. They require a little light to germinate. Preparation: Scatter seeds over cleared soil and press firmly to ensure good "seed-to-soil" contact. 2. The Perfect Location:Mission Bells demand Full Sun. They are famously unfussy and actually prefer "lean" or poor soil. Avoid heavy fertilizers, which will result in plenty of leaves but very few of those beautiful ruffled flowers. 3. Maintenance: Watering: Keep the soil moist during the germination period (10–15 days). Once established, they are highly drought-tolerant. Spacing: Thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart. Deadheading: Remove faded flowers to encourage the plant to continue producing new buds. Self-Sowing: If you want them to return next year, leave a few seed pods on the plant at the end of the season. They will "pop" and scatter seeds for a fresh crop next spring. 🎨 Garden Design Tip Mission Bells Poppies look spectacular when planted in large "drifts" or masses. Their warm tones are perfectly balanced when planted alongside cool-colored companions like Blue Bachelor Buttons or Lavender. They are also the premier choice for "hellstrips" (the dry area between the sidewalk and the street) where other plants struggle to grow. Garden Tip: Don't over-water! California poppies are built for dry climates. Too much water and "rich" soil can actually cause the plants to become leggy and flop over. Treat them with a little "tough love" for the best results! 🌵☀️

<h2 data-line="0" id="🧡 Mission Bells California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)">🧡 Mission Bells California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica)</h2>
The Ruffled "Cup of Gold" in a Vibrant Sunset Mix
Take the classic beauty of the California Poppy and turn up the volume with the Mission Bells Mix. This celebrated cultivar is beloved for its stunning semi-double and double blooms, featuring extra layers of satiny, crinkled petals that give the flowers a lush, ruffled appearance. Offering a breathtaking palette of sunset colors—including brilliant orange, golden yellow, creamy white, and soft apricot—Mission Bells brings a touch of wild West Coast elegance to any garden border or meadow.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
The Mission Bells variety is a refined selection of the wild California Poppy, which is native to the grassy slopes and coastal hills of the American West. The species was first documented by European explorers in the early 1800s, who were so struck by the glowing hillsides that they named the region "The Land of Fire."
The "Mission Bells" name pays homage to the historic Spanish missions that dot the California landscape. Just as the bells of the missions once signaled the change of seasons, these poppies herald the arrival of spring and early summer. While the wild species features a simple four-petal "cup," breeders developed the Mission Bells strain to provide a more "floral" and decorative look for home gardens, ensuring that the legendary hardiness of the native plant was paired with a show-stopping, multi-petaled display.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Double the Beauty: Features ruffled, multi-layered petals that stay open longer than the single-petal wild varieties.</li>
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Sunset Color Palette: A joyous mix of vibrant oranges, golds, and bicolors that glow in the sunlight.</li>
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Exceptional Drought Tolerance: Once established, these poppies thrive on neglect and require very little supplemental water.</li>
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Signature Foliage: Delicate, lacy, blue-green foliage provides a beautiful textural contrast even when the flowers aren't in bloom.</li>
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The "Sleeping" Flower: Like all California poppies, the blooms close up at night and on cloudy days, "sleeping" until the sun returns.</li>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<th>Specifications</th>
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<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Eschscholzia californica</td>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Native Annual (Perennial in Zones 8-10)</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>10 to 15 inches</td>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
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<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Spring through Summer</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>60–75 Days</td>
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<td>Soil Preference</td>
<td>Well-drained; thrives in poor, sandy, or rocky soil</td>
</tr>
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<h3 data-line="36" id="🌱 How to Grow Mission Bells California Poppies">🌱 How to Grow Mission Bells California Poppies</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Essential): California poppies have a deep, sensitive taproot and do not like being transplanted. For the best success, sow them directly where you want them to grow.
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When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in the fall in milder climates (Zones 7+) for earlier spring blooms.</li>
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Depth: Surface sow or barely cover with 1/16 inch of soil. They require a little light to germinate.</li>
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Preparation: Scatter seeds over cleared soil and press firmly to ensure good "seed-to-soil" contact.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Location: Mission Bells demand Full Sun. They are famously unfussy and actually prefer "lean" or poor soil. Avoid heavy fertilizers, which will result in plenty of leaves but very few of those beautiful ruffled flowers.
3. Maintenance:
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Watering: Keep the soil moist during the germination period (10–15 days). Once established, they are highly drought-tolerant.</li>
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 6–10 inches apart.</li>
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Deadheading: Remove faded flowers to encourage the plant to continue producing new buds.</li>
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Self-Sowing: If you want them to return next year, leave a few seed pods on the plant at the end of the season. They will "pop" and scatter seeds for a fresh crop next spring.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="55" id="🎨 Garden Design Tip">🎨 Garden Design Tip</h3>
Mission Bells Poppies look spectacular when planted in large "drifts" or masses. Their warm tones are perfectly balanced when planted alongside cool-colored companions like Blue Bachelor Buttons or Lavender. They are also the premier choice for "hellstrips" (the dry area between the sidewalk and the street) where other plants struggle to grow.
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Garden Tip: Don't over-water! California poppies are built for dry climates. Too much water and "rich" soil can actually cause the plants to become leggy and flop over. Treat them with a little "tough love" for the best results! 🌵☀️
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Mission Bells California Poppy, Western U.S. Native

Firefly Farm 1g (~400 Seeds)

🌈 Mixed Colors Bachelor Button (Cornflower) The Ultimate Cottage Meadow Tapestry Bring the vibrant, untamed beauty of a European meadow to your backyard with our Mixed Colors Bachelor Buttons. This celebratory heirloom mix is a "garden in a packet," offering a breathtaking tapestry of colors that have graced cottage gardens for centuries. Featuring a stunning palette of classic sky blues, snowy whites, soft rose-pinks, bold scarlet reds, and mysterious, velvety dark purples, this mix ensures a dynamic, multi-colored display that changes every time you look at it. 📜 Historical Heritage & Folklore The Bachelor Button (Centaurea cyanus) is a legendary heirloom with roots deep in the grain fields of Europe and the Mediterranean. Originally a wild "cornfield weed," it was brought into gardens during the Middle Ages and eventually became a centerpiece of the Victorian "Cottage Garden" movement. The name "Bachelor Button" is steeped in romantic folklore: young men would wear a blossom to signify their love. It was believed that if the flower's color remained bright, the man's love was true; if it faded, the romance was over. This specific mix represents the full historical spectrum of the species, combining the royal blues and whites with the more rare red and dark purple selections that were perfected by breeders in the early 20th century. ✨ Product Highlights A Kaleidoscope of Color: A diverse blend including Cornflower Blue, Brilliant White, Rose-Pink, Crimson Red, and Deep Maroon-Purple. Completely Edible: The petals from every color in this mix are edible! Use them to create a "confetti" garnish for salads, cakes, and cocktails. Pollinator Banquet: One of the best nectar plants available; it will keep your garden buzzing with honeybees, butterflies, and ladybugs. The Perfect Cutting Mix: With sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms, this mix provides everything you need for colorful, old-fashioned summer bouquets. Drought Tolerant & Tough: A "hardy annual" that thrives in poor soil and hot sun with very little intervention. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Centaurea cyanus Plant Type Hardy Annual (Heirloom) Height 24 to 36 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Bloom Period Late Spring through Summer Days to Maturity 65–75 Days Growth Habit Upright, Branching 🌱 How to Grow Mixed Bachelor Buttons 1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Best):Bachelor Buttons are famous for being "fuss-free" and prefer to be sown directly into the garden where they will grow. When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. In milder climates, sow in the fall for an earlier spring display. Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. They require darkness to germinate. Preparation: Clear the area of weeds. These plants are remarkably unfussy and prefer "average to poor" soil over highly fertilized beds. 2. Choosing a Spot:Select a location with full sun. The diverse colors in this mix look their most vibrant when given at least 6–8 hours of direct light. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart. Planting them in dense "drifts" allows the plants to support one another as they grow. Watering: Water regularly until established. Once mature, Bachelor Buttons are highly drought-tolerant. Deadheading: To keep the "rainbow" of flowers coming all summer, remove faded flower heads promptly. This prevents the plant from setting seed and encourages a continuous flush of new buds. 🍴 Culinary Tip: "Garden Confetti" To create a stunning garnish, pull the individual petals away from the central green base of the different colored flowers. Mix the blue, pink, red, white, and purple petals together in a bowl to create a natural "confetti" that adds a gourmet, artistic touch to any dish or dessert. Garden Tip: If you love the look of this mix, let a few plants go to seed at the end of the summer. They will drop seeds that will naturally "volunteer" in your garden next year, often giving you a surprise mix of colors! 🎨🦋

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The Ultimate Cottage Meadow Tapestry
Bring the vibrant, untamed beauty of a European meadow to your backyard with our Mixed Colors Bachelor Buttons. This celebratory heirloom mix is a "garden in a packet," offering a breathtaking tapestry of colors that have graced cottage gardens for centuries. Featuring a stunning palette of classic sky blues, snowy whites, soft rose-pinks, bold scarlet reds, and mysterious, velvety dark purples, this mix ensures a dynamic, multi-colored display that changes every time you look at it.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore</h3>
The Bachelor Button (Centaurea cyanus) is a legendary heirloom with roots deep in the grain fields of Europe and the Mediterranean. Originally a wild "cornfield weed," it was brought into gardens during the Middle Ages and eventually became a centerpiece of the Victorian "Cottage Garden" movement.
The name "Bachelor Button" is steeped in romantic folklore: young men would wear a blossom to signify their love. It was believed that if the flower's color remained bright, the man's love was true; if it faded, the romance was over. This specific mix represents the full historical spectrum of the species, combining the royal blues and whites with the more rare red and dark purple selections that were perfected by breeders in the early 20th century.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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A Kaleidoscope of Color: A diverse blend including Cornflower Blue, Brilliant White, Rose-Pink, Crimson Red, and Deep Maroon-Purple.
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Completely Edible: The petals from every color in this mix are edible! Use them to create a "confetti" garnish for salads, cakes, and cocktails.</li>
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Pollinator Banquet: One of the best nectar plants available; it will keep your garden buzzing with honeybees, butterflies, and ladybugs.</li>
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The Perfect Cutting Mix: With sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms, this mix provides everything you need for colorful, old-fashioned summer bouquets.</li>
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Drought Tolerant &amp; Tough: A "hardy annual" that thrives in poor soil and hot sun with very little intervention.</li>
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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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<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Centaurea cyanus</td>
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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Hardy Annual (Heirloom)</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>24 to 36 inches</td>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
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<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Late Spring through Summer</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>65–75 Days</td>
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<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Upright, Branching</td>
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<h3 data-line="36" id="🌱 How to Grow Mixed Bachelor Buttons">🌱 How to Grow Mixed Bachelor Buttons</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds (Direct Sow is Best): Bachelor Buttons are famous for being "fuss-free" and prefer to be sown directly into the garden where they will grow.
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When: Sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. In milder climates, sow in the fall for an earlier spring display.</li>
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Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep. They require darkness to germinate.</li>
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Preparation: Clear the area of weeds. These plants are remarkably unfussy and prefer "average to poor" soil over highly fertilized beds.</li>
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2. Choosing a Spot: Select a location with full sun. The diverse colors in this mix look their most vibrant when given at least 6–8 hours of direct light.
3. Maintenance:
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Spacing: Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart. Planting them in dense "drifts" allows the plants to support one another as they grow.</li>
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Watering: Water regularly until established. Once mature, Bachelor Buttons are highly drought-tolerant.</li>
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Deadheading: To keep the "rainbow" of flowers coming all summer, remove faded flower heads promptly. This prevents the plant from setting seed and encourages a continuous flush of new buds.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="54" id='🍴 Culinary Tip: "Garden Confetti"'>🍴 Culinary Tip: "Garden Confetti"</h3>
To create a stunning garnish, pull the individual petals away from the central green base of the different colored flowers. Mix the blue, pink, red, white, and purple petals together in a bowl to create a natural "confetti" that adds a gourmet, artistic touch to any dish or dessert.
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Garden Tip: If you love the look of this mix, let a few plants go to seed at the end of the summer. They will drop seeds that will naturally "volunteer" in your garden next year, often giving you a surprise mix of colors! 🎨🦋
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Mixed Bachelor's Buttons Flower

Firefly Farm 1g (200 Seeds)

Firefly Farm 1oz

Seedsaver's Exchange 100 Seeds

The Seed Savers Exchange - A type of sorghum traditionally used in broom-making. A diverse mix of varieties in many colors. Includes Apache Red, Texas Black Amber, Tennessee Red, Nicaraguan Broom, Iowa Red, Hadley Kidd, Moyer Sonnen, Sattie Museum, Moyer Jensen Gold, Hungarian Red, and Black, Ramirez South Chile, and Kepley. Gorgeous in floral arrangements. 100-110 days. ±1,200 seeds/oz. Characteristics: A mix of many varieties in multiple colors Nice addition to floral arrangements 100-110 days 100 seeds per packet This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but prefers a long, frost-free growing season. 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. Direct Seed: 4" Apart Germination: 4-21 Days Rows Apart: 36-48" Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

The Seed Savers Exchange - <meta charset="utf-8">A type of sorghum traditionally used in broom-making. A diverse mix of varieties in many colors. Includes Apache Red, Texas Black Amber, Tennessee Red, Nicaraguan Broom, Iowa Red, Hadley Kidd, Moyer Sonnen, Sattie Museum, Moyer Jensen Gold, Hungarian Red, and Black, Ramirez South Chile, and Kepley. Gorgeous in floral arrangements. 100-110 days. ±1,200 seeds/oz. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>A mix of many varieties in multiple colors</li>
<li>Nice addition to floral arrangements</li>
<li>100-110 days</li>
<li>100 seeds per packet </li>
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This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but prefers a long, frost-free growing season.
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">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. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Direct Seed: 4" Apart 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Germination: 4-21 Days 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Rows Apart: 36-48" 
Light: Full Sun 
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Mixed Colors Broomcorn Sorghum Heirloom Seeds

Discover the vibrant tale behind this fiery heirloom flower—perfect for Firefly Farm & Mercantile's flower seed selections! This treasure is from our friends at Southern Exposure Seed Exchange 🌺🔥 A Chance Discovery in the Oklahoma Heartland In the summer of 1963, Mona Hardin, a passionate home gardener from Lawton, Oklahoma, USA, spotted something extraordinary blooming amid the dusty prairie weeds near her rural homestead. Among the usual wildflowers stood a striking plant with vivid tangerine-orange daisy-like blooms (2-3" wide) on slender 3-4 ft stems—a rogue volunteer that didn't match any catalog variety. Mona, undeterred by its mystery origins (likely a natural mutation or escaped heirloom of Cosmos sulphureus, blending Mexican wild cosmos genes with American soil), harvested the seeds and sowed them in her garden the next year. The plants thrived in Oklahoma's hot, dry summers, self-seeding reliably and attracting butterflies and hummingbirds like magnets. Word spread through local garden clubs, and by the late 1970s, Mona's "orange cosmo" seeds were traded at seed swaps across the Southwest. Rise to Heirloom Fame 1985: Officially documented in Seed Savers Exchange (SSE) Yearbook after gardeners shared it nationwide—Mona's original stock became the source. 1990s-2000s: Gained cult status via organic catalogs; Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds popularized it commercially around 2002, naming it "Mona's Orange" in her honor. Today (2026): A beloved heirloom for cut flowers, borders, and pollinator gardens—non-GMO, open-pollinated, and far more vivid than modern hybrids. "It was like the sun decided to bloom in my yard," Mona recalled in SSE interviews. Her serendipitous find turned a backyard wonder into a gardening legend! Key Traits Details Type Annual Cosmos sulphureus (self-seeds in zones 8+) Height/Blooms 3-4 ft; 2-3" orange daisy flowers summer-fall Growing Ease Direct sow after frost; drought-tolerant, poor soil OK Uses Pollinators, bouquets, naturalizing Availability Firefly Farm & Mercantile Pro Tip for Firefly Shoppers: Scatter for effortless orange fireworks—grows anywhere sunny Step-by-Step Planting Instructions Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus or sulphureus) thrive in heat, self-seed, and bloom non-stop from summer to frost. Zones 2-11 (annuals). Timing: Direct sow after last frost (soil 60°F+; e.g., May-June). Or start indoors 4-6 weeks earlier in trays for earlier flowers. Site Prep: Full sun (6-8+ hours), well-drained soil (poor/average OK—no rich compost needed, or they'll flop). pH 6.0-8.0. Rake smooth. Sowing: Scatter seeds ¼" deep, 6-12" apart (thin later). Cover lightly; firm soil. For rows: 12-18" between plants, 24" between rows. Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75°F. Keep moist but not soggy. Thin to strongest (12-24" apart based on variety: dwarfs 12", tall 24"). Care: Water moderately (drought-tolerant once established). Pinch tips at 12-18" for bushiness. Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowers. Stake tall types if windy. Harvest/Enjoy: Blooms in 60-75 days. Cut flowers anytime; let some seed for next year. Quick Reference Details Germination 7-14 days Maturity 60-75 days to bloom Spacing 12-24" apart Height 1-6 ft (variety-dependent) Water/Fertilizer Low; avoid excess N Pests Rare; aphids—hose off "Sow cosmos liberally—they reward neglect with fireworks of color!" – Firefly Farm Tip Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Discover the vibrant tale behind this fiery heirloom flower—perfect for Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile's flower seed selections! This treasure is from our friends at Southern Exposure Seed Exchange 🌺🔥
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<h3 data-line="11" id="A Chance Discovery in the Oklahoma Heartland">A Chance Discovery in the Oklahoma Heartland</h3>
In the summer of 1963, Mona Hardin, a passionate home gardener from Lawton, Oklahoma, USA, spotted something extraordinary blooming amid the dusty prairie weeds near her rural homestead. Among the usual wildflowers stood a striking plant with vivid tangerine-orange daisy-like blooms (2-3" wide) on slender 3-4 ft stems—a rogue volunteer that didn't match any catalog variety.
Mona, undeterred by its mystery origins (likely a natural mutation or escaped heirloom of Cosmos sulphureus, blending Mexican wild cosmos genes with American soil), harvested the seeds and sowed them in her garden the next year. The plants thrived in Oklahoma's hot, dry summers, self-seeding reliably and attracting butterflies and hummingbirds like magnets. Word spread through local garden clubs, and by the late 1970s, Mona's "orange cosmo" seeds were traded at seed swaps across the Southwest.
<h3 data-line="16" id="Rise to Heirloom Fame">Rise to Heirloom Fame</h3>
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1985: Officially documented in Seed Savers Exchange (SSE) Yearbook after gardeners shared it nationwide—Mona's original stock became the source.</li>
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1990s-2000s: Gained cult status via organic catalogs; Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds popularized it commercially around 2002, naming it "Mona's Orange" in her honor.</li>
<li data-line="19">Today (2026): A beloved heirloom for cut flowers, borders, and pollinator gardens—non-GMO, open-pollinated, and far more vivid than modern hybrids.</li>
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"It was like the sun decided to bloom in my yard," Mona recalled in SSE interviews. Her serendipitous find turned a backyard wonder into a gardening legend!
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<th>Key Traits</th>
<th>Details</th>
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<td>Type</td>
<td>Annual Cosmos sulphureus (self-seeds in zones 8+)</td>
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<td>Height/Blooms</td>
<td>3-4 ft; 2-3" orange daisy flowers summer-fall</td>
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<td>Growing Ease</td>
<td>Direct sow after frost; drought-tolerant, poor soil OK</td>
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<td>Uses</td>
<td>Pollinators, bouquets, naturalizing</td>
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<td>Availability</td>
<td>Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile</td>
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Pro Tip for Firefly Shoppers: Scatter for effortless orange fireworks—grows anywhere sunny
<h3 data-line="10" id="Step-by-Step Planting Instructions">Step-by-Step Planting Instructions</h3>
Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus or sulphureus) thrive in heat, self-seed, and bloom non-stop from summer to frost. Zones 2-11 (annuals).
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Timing: Direct sow after last frost (soil 60°F+; e.g., May-June). Or start indoors 4-6 weeks earlier in trays for earlier flowers.</li>
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Site Prep: Full sun (6-8+ hours), well-drained soil (poor/average OK—no rich compost needed, or they'll flop). pH 6.0-8.0. Rake smooth.</li>
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Sowing: Scatter seeds ¼" deep, 6-12" apart (thin later). Cover lightly; firm soil. For rows: 12-18" between plants, 24" between rows.</li>
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Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75°F. Keep moist but not soggy. Thin to strongest (12-24" apart based on variety: dwarfs 12", tall 24").</li>
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Care: Water moderately (drought-tolerant once established). Pinch tips at 12-18" for bushiness. Deadhead spent blooms for continuous flowers. Stake tall types if windy.</li>
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Harvest/Enjoy: Blooms in 60-75 days. Cut flowers anytime; let some seed for next year.</li>
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<th>Quick Reference</th>
<th>Details</th>
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<td>Germination</td>
<td>7-14 days</td>
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<td>Maturity</td>
<td>60-75 days to bloom</td>
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<td>Spacing</td>
<td>12-24" apart</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>1-6 ft (variety-dependent)</td>
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<td>Water/Fertilizer</td>
<td>Low; avoid excess N</td>
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<td>Pests</td>
<td>Rare; aphids—hose off</td>
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"Sow cosmos liberally—they reward neglect with fireworks of color!" – Firefly Farm Tip
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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Mona's Orange Cosmos, Organic

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful 5-6" blossoms are closed all day until sunset when the flowers open, releasing one of the most fragrant perfumes in the summer garden. Frequently visited by night pollinators. Annual in the North, perennial in milder areas. Vines 8-12' tall, if given proper support. Although frequently visited by hummingbird moths, the plants, seeds, and foliage of this variety are all poisonous—please use caution. Characteristics: Annual vining plants grow up to 12 feet tall Perennial plant in southern/warm climates White blossoms are up to 6 inches and open at night Extremely fragrant and attracts pollinators 50 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Keep moist while germinating. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting for better results. Prefers full sun and moist average soil. Sow 1/2" Deep Germination 5-21 days Thin 4-6" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability Please note: The Arizona Department of Agriculture prohibits the sale of any plant in the genus of Ipomoea, which includes Moonflower.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful 5-6" blossoms are closed all day until sunset when the flowers open, releasing one of the most fragrant perfumes in the summer garden. Frequently visited by night pollinators. Annual in the North, perennial in milder areas. Vines 8-12' tall, if given proper support. Although frequently visited by hummingbird moths, the plants, seeds, and foliage of this variety are all poisonous—please use caution.
Characteristics: 
Annual vining plants grow up to 12 feet tall
Perennial plant in southern/warm climates
White blossoms are up to 6 inches and open at night
Extremely fragrant and attracts pollinators
50 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Keep moist while germinating. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting for better results. Prefers full sun and moist average soil.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Germination 5-21 days
Thin 4-6" apart 
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Please note: The Arizona Department of Agriculture prohibits the sale of any plant in the genus of Ipomoea, which includes Moonflower.

Moonflower

Renee's Garden - These lovely climbing nasturtiums have charming soft primrose yellow flowers and bright green foliage, much different from the usual bold and brassy color mix. They grow easily in any well-drained soil and will gracefully disguise neglected areas or twine along a fence, trellis, or wall, providing a summer arbor of pretty lily-pad-shaped leaves and long-spurred flowers. As a wonderful bonus, both the bright flowers and leaves are deliciously edible with a spicy watercress flavor. Characteristics: Heirloom Selective Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Annual vine Spring/summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start outdoors, 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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin 10 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, pinch out the weaker seedling leaving 1 per pot. After outdoor temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C) gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 to 12 inches apart in full sun. Climbing nasturtiums are very reliable and easy to grow in any well-drained soil. Help them to twine up their supports, then they’ll climb easily and bloom nonstop. Do not let plants dry out during the blooming season. You can also plant Moonlight to tumble along the ground. Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep 7-14 days to germinate Mature height: 4-6 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">These lovely climbing nasturtiums have charming soft primrose yellow flowers and bright green foliage, much different from the usual bold and brassy color mix. They grow easily in any well-drained soil and will gracefully disguise neglected areas or twine along a fence, trellis, or wall, providing a summer arbor of pretty lily-pad-shaped leaves and long-spurred flowers. As a wonderful bonus, both the bright flowers and leaves are deliciously edible with a spicy watercress flavor. 
 Characteristics: 
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<li>Heirloom Selective </li>
<li>Hummingbird favorites </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Annual vine  
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<li>Spring/summer/fall bloom </li>
<li>Frost tender </li>
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Instructions - To start outdoors, 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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin 10 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow.
To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, pinch out the weaker seedling leaving 1 per pot. After outdoor temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C) gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 to 12 inches apart in full sun. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Climbing nasturtiums are very reliable and easy to grow in any well-drained soil. Help them to twine up their supports, then they’ll climb easily and bloom nonstop. Do not let plants dry out during the blooming season. You can also plant Moonlight to tumble along the ground.  
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<li>Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters 
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<li>Full sun or partial shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep  
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<li>7-14 days to germinate  
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<li>Mature height: 4-6 feet</li>
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Moonlight Climbing Nasturtium (Climbing)

Renee's Garden - Our own sizzling hot blend of cutting zinnias in bright scarlet, rich true crimson, and deep dark red, all knockout red shades that enhance and augment each other for gorgeous bright garden color and absolutely stunning centerpiece bouquets. You will love the fully double, big flowers that bloom strongly on vigorous, branching 3 to 3-1/2-foot tall plants. These stunning and long-lasting red flowers are guaranteed to attract native pollinators, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden. Characteristics: Heirloom Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Annual Summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start in the garden, sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. To start early indoors, four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) day and night. Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourage mildew. Pick when flower blossoms first open and petals are tight for the longest vase life. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets. Plant in May-June for cold winters; April-May for mild winters Full sun Space seeds 2-3" apart Plant 1/2" deep Days to germinate: 7-10 days Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">Our own sizzling hot blend of cutting zinnias in bright scarlet, rich true crimson, and deep dark red, all knockout red shades that enhance and augment each other for gorgeous bright garden color and absolutely stunning centerpiece bouquets. You will love the fully double, big flowers that bloom strongly on vigorous, branching 3 to 3-1/2-foot tall plants. These stunning and long-lasting red flowers are guaranteed to attract native pollinators, butterflies, and hummingbirds to your garden.  
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Butterfly &amp; Hummingbird favorites </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials  
</li>
<li>Annual   
</li>
<li>Summer/fall bloom </li>
<li>Frost tender  </li>
 
Instructions - To start in the garden, sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination.
To start early indoors, four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) day and night.
<meta charset="utf-8">Space seedlings 8-12 inches apart when large enough to handle to give plants room to mature and provide good air circulation. <meta charset="utf-8">Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourage mildew. Pick when flower blossoms first open and petals are tight for the longest vase life. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets. 
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<li>Plant in May-June for cold winters; April-May for mild winters 
</li>
<li>Full sun </li>
<li>Space seeds 2-3" apart  
</li>
<li>Plant 1/2" deep  
</li>
<li>Days to germinate: 7-10 days </li>
<li>Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet  
</li>
</ul>
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Moulin Rouge Zinnia

Renee's Garden - Rose Nigella, also called Love in a Mist, has dainty multifaceted blossoms that open pastel pink, then deepen to an enchanting deep rose. The delicate flowers make charming petite bouquets. Once petals drop, blossoms are transformed into little fairy lanterns and the mature striped seed pods are among the prettiest of dried everlastings. This effortless and easy to grow annual is the very essence of a classic English cottage garden, yet it is adaptable to all climates. Heirloom Cottage Classic Heirloom Self-seeding annual Instructions - Annual. Germination: 60°F, 21 days. Full sun. Direct sow once the days are in the 50's and 60's. Space 9 in. apart. 75 days. Self-sows readily. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Renee's Garden - Rose Nigella, also called Love in a Mist, has dainty multifaceted blossoms that open pastel pink, then deepen to an enchanting deep rose. The delicate flowers make charming petite bouquets. Once petals drop, blossoms are transformed into little fairy lanterns and the mature striped seed pods are among the prettiest of dried everlastings. This effortless and easy to grow annual is the very essence of a classic English cottage garden, yet it is adaptable to all climates.
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<li>Heirloom </li>
<li>Cottage Classic Heirloom</li>
<li>Self-seeding annual</li>
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Instructions -  <meta charset="utf-8">Annual. Germination: 60°F, 21 days. Full sun. Direct sow once the days are in the 50's and 60's. Space 9 in. apart. 75 days. Self-sows readily.
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Mulberry Rose Nigella, Heirloom, Cottage Classic

Attractive, sunny mix of yellow, orange, rose and crimson flowers on trailing plants. Delicate lilypad-like leaves are just as attractive as the bright flowers. Edible flowers and foliage are a gourmet treat with flavor reminiscent of peppery watercress. Perfect for hanging baskets, containers or in the garden. Trailing Vines grow to 10' long Edible flowers and foliage Annual Organic & Open-Pollinated 1/8 oz or ~25-30 seeds on average 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

Attractive, sunny mix of yellow, orange, rose and crimson flowers on trailing plants.
Delicate lilypad-like leaves are just as attractive as the bright flowers. Edible flowers and foliage are a gourmet treat with flavor reminiscent of peppery watercress. Perfect for hanging baskets, containers or in the garden. 
<ul>
<li>Trailing</li>
<li>Vines grow to 10' long</li>
<li>Edible flowers and foliage</li>
<li>Annual</li>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>1/8 oz or ~25-30 seeds on average</li>
</ul>
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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. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" Deep</li>
<li>Germination 5-21 days</li>
<li>Thin 6-12" apart</li>
</ul>
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Nasturtium Blend (Climbing), Flower, Organic

Renee's Garden - These free flowering mounding plants adorn themselves with spurless semi-double blooms in warm vibrant shades of coppery-red, like the glowing embers of a vivid summer sunset. Shining above deep green, lily pad-like leaves, Copper Sunset blossoms act as welcoming beacons for hungry hummingbirds and are perfect for filling garden beds or baskets. Use their edible leaves and flowers in the kitchen as spicy-tasting garnishes for sandwiches, salads, and seafood. Characteristics: Heirloom Selective Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Great in containers Spring/Summer/Fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start outdoors, 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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10 inches apart as mounding plants need ample room. To start early indoors, Sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves pinch out the weaker seedling, leaving one per pot. When night temperatures are above 50°F, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 inches apart in full sun. These brilliantly colored mounding nasturtiums are reliable and easy to tuck into any well-drained spot. Except in very poor soil, nasturtiums will grow and bloom readily with no added fertilizer. Carefully thinned to proper spacing, they are a perfect disguise to cover fading bulb foliage in late spring, and their softly draping leaves and vivid flowers will quickly fill garden beds or containers. Plant in March-June Full sun or partial shade Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep 9-12 days to germinate Mature height: 1 foot Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">These free flowering mounding plants adorn themselves with spurless semi-double blooms in warm vibrant shades of coppery-red, like the glowing embers of a vivid summer sunset. Shining above deep green, lily pad-like leaves, Copper Sunset blossoms act as welcoming beacons for hungry hummingbirds and are perfect for filling garden beds or baskets. Use their edible leaves and flowers in the kitchen as spicy-tasting garnishes for sandwiches, salads, and seafood. 
 Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Heirloom Selective </li>
<li>Hummingbird favorites </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Great in containers </li>
<li>Spring/Summer/Fall bloom  
</li>
<li>Frost tender </li>
</ul>
Instructions - To start outdoors, <meta charset="utf-8">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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10 inches apart as mounding plants need ample room. 
To start early indoors, <meta charset="utf-8">Sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves pinch out the weaker seedling, leaving one per pot. When night temperatures are above 50°F, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 inches apart in full sun. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">These brilliantly colored mounding nasturtiums are reliable and easy to tuck into any well-drained spot. Except in very poor soil, nasturtiums will grow and bloom readily with no added fertilizer. Carefully thinned to proper spacing, they are a perfect disguise to cover fading bulb foliage in late spring, and their softly draping leaves and vivid flowers will quickly fill garden beds or containers.  
<ul>
<li>Plant in March-June  
</li>
<li>Full sun or partial shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep  
</li>
<li>9-12 days to germinate  
</li>
<li>Mature height: 1 foot </li>
</ul>
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Nasturtium Copper Sunset (Mounding)

Renee's Garden - Creamsicle’s beautiful flowers remind me of the soft swirled colors of orange sherbet and French vanilla ice cream, with throats etched in deep crimson. The free-flowering, top-setting blossoms float in abundance above softly mounding, blue-green, lily pad-shaped foliage. These uniquely colored flowers create a lovely effect, different than the deep, bright colors of most other nasturtiums. Alluring Creamsicle is a fine choice for garden beds and borders and is also a perfect choice for container plantings. Characteristics: Heirloom Selective Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Great in containers Spring/Summer/Fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start outdoors, sow seeds in spring once all danger of frost is over in full sun or part shade in hot climates. Nasturtiums will grow and flower readily with no added fertilizer in most soils. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart. Press the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10-12 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves pinch out the weaker seedling, leaving 1 per pot. When night temps are above 50°F (10°C) gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 inches apart in full sun. These mounding nasturtiums are reliable and easy to tuck into any well-drained spot. They are a perfect disguise to cover fading bulb foliage in late spring. Their softly draping leaves and wonderfully colored flowers will quickly fill and gladden garden beds or containers. Both leaves and flowers are tasty, spicy-sweet additions to salads and sandwiches. Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep 9-12 days to germinate Mature height: 10-12" Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">Creamsicle’s beautiful flowers remind me of the soft swirled colors of orange sherbet and French vanilla ice cream, with throats etched in deep crimson. The free-flowering, top-setting blossoms float in abundance above softly mounding, blue-green, lily pad-shaped foliage. These uniquely colored flowers create a lovely effect, different than the deep, bright colors of most other nasturtiums. Alluring Creamsicle is a fine choice for garden beds and borders and is also a perfect choice for container plantings.  
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom Selective </li>
<li>Hummingbird favorites </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Great in containers </li>
<li>Spring/Summer/Fall bloom  
</li>
<li>Frost tender </li>
 
Instructions - To start outdoors, sow seeds in spring once all danger of frost is over in full sun or part shade in hot climates. Nasturtiums will grow and flower readily with no added fertilizer in most soils. Poke seeds into well-worked soil about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart. Press the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to 10-12 inches apart so plants will have ample room to grow. 
To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves pinch out the weaker seedling, leaving 1 per pot. When night temps are above 50°F (10°C) gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant seedlings into the garden 10 inches apart in full sun. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">These mounding nasturtiums are reliable and easy to tuck into any well-drained spot. They are a perfect disguise to cover fading bulb foliage in late spring. Their softly draping leaves and wonderfully colored flowers will quickly fill and gladden garden beds or containers. Both leaves and flowers are tasty, spicy-sweet additions to salads and sandwiches.  
<ul>
<li>Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters 
</li>
<li>Full sun or partial shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep  
</li>
<li>9-12 days to germinate  
</li>
<li>Mature height: 10-12" </li>
</ul>
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Nasturtium Creamsicle (Mounding)

Renee's Garden - These split-petal vining nasturtiums date from the 19th century. Their unique petals, shaped like little flames, stand out in a kaleidoscope of colors against ivy-shaped leaves. Carefree Phoenix blooms absolutely nonstop, covering the foliage with both bright and pastel blossoms in crimson-red, rich gold, fiery orange, warm cream and soft peach, many brushed with burnished copper at the petal base. Phoenix flowers are edible and especially gorgeous scattered on salads or used as edible garnishes for savory dishes. Characteristics: Heirloom Selective Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Great in containers Annual Spring/summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start outdoors, 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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to stand 10 inches apart, or 6 to 8 inches apart if training seedlings up vertical supports. To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, pinch out the weaker seedling leaving 1 seedling per pot. When the weather is evenly in the 50°F (10°C) range, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant as above in full sun. Climbing nasturtiums are easy to grow in any well-drained soil. You’ll need to train young plants onto their supports with loose ties, then they’ll climb easily and bloom non-stop. Do not let plants dry out during the blooming season. If aphids become a problem, wash them off with a strong spray of water or spray with a non-toxic Safer’s Soap solution. Phoenix’s bright confetti-like blossoms are true summer beacons for hungry hummingbirds. Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters Full sun or partial shade Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep 10-12 days to germinate Mature height: 4-6 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

Renee's Garden - <meta charset="utf-8">These split-petal vining nasturtiums date from the 19th century. Their unique petals, shaped like little flames, stand out in a kaleidoscope of colors against ivy-shaped leaves. Carefree Phoenix blooms absolutely nonstop, covering the foliage with both bright and pastel blossoms in crimson-red, rich gold, fiery orange, warm cream and soft peach, many brushed with burnished copper at the petal base. Phoenix flowers are edible and especially gorgeous scattered on salads or used as edible garnishes for savory dishes. 
 Characteristics: 
<li>Heirloom Selective </li>
<li>Hummingbird favorites </li>
<li>Pollinators &amp; Beneficials </li>
<li>Great in containers </li>
<li>Annual 
</li>
<li>Spring/summer/fall bloom </li>
<li>Frost tender </li>
 
Instructions - To start outdoors, 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 the soil firmly over the seeds and keep them moist. When seedlings are large enough to handle, thin to stand 10 inches apart, or 6 to 8 inches apart if training seedlings up vertical supports.
To start early indoors, sow 2 seeds each in individual 4-inch pots of well-drained seed starting mix 3 weeks before the last expected frost date. Cover 1 inch deep. Provide a strong light source. When seedlings have several sets of leaves, pinch out the weaker seedling leaving 1 seedling per pot. When the weather is evenly in the 50°F (10°C) range, gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Transplant as above in full sun. 
<meta charset="utf-8"><meta charset="utf-8">Climbing nasturtiums are easy to grow in any well-drained soil. You’ll need to train young plants onto their supports with loose ties, then they’ll climb easily and bloom non-stop. Do not let plants dry out during the blooming season. If aphids become a problem, wash them off with a strong spray of water or spray with a non-toxic Safer’s Soap solution. Phoenix’s bright confetti-like blossoms are true summer beacons for hungry hummingbirds.  
<ul>
<li>Plant in April-June for cold winters; March-July for mild winters 
</li>
<li>Full sun or partial shade </li>
<li>Sow seeds 3-4" apart; 1" deep  
</li>
<li>10-12 days to germinate  
</li>
<li>Mature height: 4-6 feet</li>
</ul>
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Nasturtium Phoenix Climbing, 1800's Heirloom (Climbing)

Naughty Marietta French Marigold - This beloved marigold was made in available in 1947 by the Atlee Burpee Co. The flowers are dwarf coming up to 10" when fully mature. The gold and mahogany centered blossoms were very unique. The flower was named after a 1935 film, Naughty Marietta. Available in conventional and organic based on availability. Botanical Name: Tagetes patula Grows 12-18" Tall Instructions -Annual. Germination, requires warmth of 65-75 degrees for gernmation. They germinate fast in less than 10 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant after last frost. Space 8-12” apart.

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Naughty Marietta French Marigold - This beloved marigold was made in available in 1947 by the Atlee Burpee Co. The flowers are dwarf coming up to 10" when fully mature. The gold and mahogany centered blossoms were very unique. The flower was named after a 1935 film, Naughty Marietta. Available in conventional and organic based on availability. 
Botanical Name: Tagetes patula
Grows 12-18" Tall
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Instructions -Annual. Germination, requires warmth of 65-75 degrees for gernmation. They germinate fast in less than 10 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant after last frost. Space 8-12” apart.

Naughty Marietta French Marigold, 1947 Heirloom

Firefly Farm & Mercantile - Conventional

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Organic

Firefly Farm & Mercantile Nematode Control Marigolds - Many marigolds are wonderful in reducing pests and nemotodes, but for nemotode control you want to make sure you have the right marigold species. While all marigolds reduce insect pests in the garden, only certain varieties will help reduce harmful nemotodes. This blend is for large areas as much as it is for small gardens as we have it in all sizes. If you are looking to help reduce nemotodes then this is a blend to help do this. Introducing benefical nemotodes after using these marigolds can also be done. The blend is predominately orange and have various types of blossoms since it is a mix. If nemotodes are bothering your dahlias, tomatoes, peppers or other plantings, then do give this a try for the season. Like all of our seeds, this is an open-pollinated plant so you can collect seed to grow your own the following seasons. Botanical Name: Tagetes Patula Nemotode Control Deters many insects too 30-40" ft. plants Sow Amounts Sow 1 packet for every 125 sq ft Sow 1 oz for every 1,000 sq ft Sow 2.5 lbs per acre Instructions - Annual. Germination: 70°F, 4-8 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant after last frost. Space 8-16” apart. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile Nematode Control Marigolds - Many marigolds are wonderful in reducing pests and nemotodes, but for nemotode control you want to make sure you have the right marigold species. While all marigolds reduce insect pests in the garden, only certain varieties will help reduce harmful nemotodes. This blend is for large areas as much as it is for small gardens as we have it in all sizes.  If you are looking to help reduce nemotodes then this is a blend to help do this. Introducing benefical nemotodes after using these marigolds can also be done. The blend is predominately orange and have various types of blossoms since it is a mix. 
If nemotodes are bothering your dahlias, tomatoes, peppers or other plantings, then do give this a try for the season. 
Like all of our seeds, this is an open-pollinated plant so you can collect seed to grow your own the following seasons.  
Botanical Name: Tagetes Patula
<ul>
<li>Nemotode Control </li>
<li>Deters many insects too</li>
<li>30-40" ft. plants </li>
</ul>
Sow Amounts
<ul>
<li>Sow 1 packet for every 125 sq ft </li>
<li>Sow 1 oz for every 1,000 sq ft </li>
<li>Sow 2.5 lbs per acre </li>
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Instructions -
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Annual. Germination: 70°F, 4-8 days. Full sun. Direct sow or transplant after last frost. Space 8-16” apart.
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Nematode Control Marigolds, Beneficial Marigolds

Packet 3.5 grams (1/8 oz)

1 oz

1 lb

Seedsaver Exchange - Neon Calendula Flower Seeds - This flower’s brilliant, red-orange blossoms command attention no matter where they’re grown. Easy-to-grow plants typically reach 18-24" tall and produce abundant (and edible!) blooms from late spring to autumn. Like other calendula varieties, this hardworking flower works well in companion plantings as it attracts beneficial insects and pollinators even as it repels unwanted pests, including tomato worms and nematodes. Annual. 60 days. Self-seeding, hardy annual Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall Blossoms are edible Great for container growing 250 Seeds Instructions: Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor. Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination: 5-15 Days Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Seedsaver Exchange - Neon Calendula Flower Seeds - This flower’s brilliant, red-orange blossoms command attention no matter where they’re grown. Easy-to-grow plants typically reach 18-24" tall and produce abundant (and edible!) blooms from late spring to autumn. Like other calendula varieties, this hardworking flower works well in companion plantings as it attracts beneficial insects and pollinators even as it repels unwanted pests, including tomato worms and nematodes. Annual. 60 days. 
<ul>
<li>Self-seeding, hardy annual</li>
<li>Plants grow to 18-24 inches tall</li>
<li>Blossoms are edible</li>
<li>Great for container growing</li>
<li>250 Seeds</li>
</ul>
 Instructions:
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Sow seeds indoors 1/4" deep. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be directly sown outdoors after the last frost. Prefers light well-drained soil and will tolerate dry conditions. Good cut flower. Calendula petals are edible and have a tangy slightly sweet flavor.
<ul>
<li>Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Germination: 5-15 Days</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 6-18” Apart</li>
<li>Light: Sun/Partial Shade</li>
</ul>
 
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Neon Calendula Flower

(aka Flowering Tobacco) Showy waves of trumpet-shaped 3" flowers. “Perfect Mix” of fuchsia, white, purple, salmon, lavender, rust, and bronze flowers. Developed at The Institute of Vegetable Breeding and Seed Production west of Moscow. Annual plants grow to 5-6 feet Blossoms in a wide range of purples, bronzes, pinks & white Very fragrant, night-blooming flowers 🌱 How to Grow ‘Perfect Mix’ Nicotiana 1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Key!):Nicotiana seeds are extremely small. They require light to germinate, so do not cover them with soil. Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow onto a moist seed-starting mix and press down gently so the seeds have good contact with the soil. Outdoors: Direct sowing is possible in late spring, but indoor starting provides a much earlier bloom season. 2. The Best Spot:‘Perfect Mix’ thrives in full sun but is one of the best flowering annuals for partial shade. In regions with very hot summers, afternoon shade actually helps the flowers stay open longer and prevents the colors from fading. 3. Soil & Water: Provide rich, well-draining soil. Watering: They appreciate consistent moisture. If the soil dries out completely, the plants may wilt quickly, though they are usually quick to recover once watered. 4. Maintenance: Spacing: Space plants 12 inches apart. Because of their uniform habit, they look spectacular when planted in a "mass" or a dense row. Deadheading: To keep the "Perfect" look, snip off the central flower stalk once it finishes blooming. This will signal the plant to send up numerous side-shoots, doubling your flower count!

(aka Flowering Tobacco) Showy waves of trumpet-shaped 3" flowers. “Perfect Mix” of fuchsia, white, purple, salmon, lavender, rust, and bronze flowers. Developed at The Institute of Vegetable Breeding and Seed Production west of Moscow.
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<li>Annual plants grow to 5-6 feet</li>
<li>Blossoms in a wide range of purples, bronzes, pinks &amp; white</li>
<li>Very fragrant, night-blooming flowers</li>
</ul>
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1. Sowing the Seeds (Light is Key!): Nicotiana seeds are extremely small. They require light to germinate, so do not cover them with soil.
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Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow onto a moist seed-starting mix and press down gently so the seeds have good contact with the soil.</li>
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Outdoors: Direct sowing is possible in late spring, but indoor starting provides a much earlier bloom season.</li>
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2. The Best Spot: ‘Perfect Mix’ thrives in full sun but is one of the best flowering annuals for partial shade. In regions with very hot summers, afternoon shade actually helps the flowers stay open longer and prevents the colors from fading.
3. Soil &amp; Water:
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<li data-line="46">Provide rich, well-draining soil.</li>
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Watering: They appreciate consistent moisture. If the soil dries out completely, the plants may wilt quickly, though they are usually quick to recover once watered.</li>
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4. Maintenance:
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Spacing: Space plants 12 inches apart. Because of their uniform habit, they look spectacular when planted in a "mass" or a dense row.</li>
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Deadheading: To keep the "Perfect" look, snip off the central flower stalk once it finishes blooming. This will signal the plant to send up numerous side-shoots, doubling your flower count!</li>
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Nicotiana Perfect Mix Flower, Organic

🌙 Flowering Tobacco ‘Sensation Mixed’ (Nicotiana alata) The 1940s Award-Winner for the Fragrant Moon Garden Transform your garden into a twilight sanctuary with Flowering Tobacco ‘Sensation Mixed’. This legendary variety is celebrated not just for its stunning palette of star-shaped blooms—ranging from velvet red and soft rose to pure white and deep lilac—but for its intoxicating evening perfume. While modern hybrids are often bred for daytime looks at the expense of scent, ‘Sensation Mixed’ remains the gold standard for gardeners who want that classic, jasmine-like fragrance that wafts through the air as the sun goes down. 📜 Historical Heritage & Origin The ‘Sensation Mixed’ variety is a true "Gold Medal" heirloom. Introduced to the gardening public in the late 1930s, it achieved the highest honor in American horticulture by winning the All-America Selections (AAS) Award in 1941. While the Nicotiana alata species is native to South America (Brazil and Argentina), it became a staple of Victorian "English Cottage Gardens" because of its height and airy elegance. The ‘Sensation’ strain was a breakthrough in breeding because it offered a wider range of colors than the original white species while retaining the intense, honey-sweet fragrance that attracts night-flying pollinators. For over 80 years, it has remained the preferred choice for "Moon Gardens"—landscapes designed to be enjoyed under the light of the moon. ✨ Product Highlights Intense Evening Fragrance: Features a heavy, sweet perfume that intensifies at dusk and through the night. 1941 AAS Winner: A time-tested variety proven for its vigor and beauty. Stunning Color Range: A mix of crimson, pink, white, and purple flowers on tall, graceful stems. Pollinator Magnet: The long, tubular flowers are a favorite for hummingbirds by day and sphinx moths (hawkmoths) by night. Deer Resistant: Like most members of the tobacco family, the foliage is unappealing to deer and rabbits. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Annual (Heirloom) Growth Habit Tall, Upright Height 24 to 48 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Days to Maturity 70–80 Days Bloom Period Early Summer to Frost 🌱 How to Grow ‘Sensation Mixed’ Nicotiana 1. Sowing the Seeds:Nicotiana seeds are tiny (like dust!) and require light to germinate. Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow the seeds onto a high-quality seed starting mix and press them in lightly. Do not cover them with soil. Outdoors: Direct sow after the danger of frost has passed, but indoor starting is recommended for the best results. 2. The Perfect Spot:While they love full sun, Flowering Tobacco is one of the few flowers that performs exceptionally well in partial shade, especially in hotter climates. In afternoon shade, the flowers often stay open longer into the day. 3. Soil & Water: They prefer rich, moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulching around the base will help keep the roots cool and the soil hydrated. 4. Maintenance: Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart. Deadheading: Remove the spent flower stalks (deadhead) regularly to encourage the plant to send up fresh blooms. This can extend the flowering season significantly. 🎨 Garden Design Tip: The Moon Garden Plant ‘Sensation Mixed’ near a patio, porch, or bedroom window where you can enjoy the scent in the evening. Pair it with other night-blooming or white-flowered plants like White Alyssum or Moonflowers to create a landscape that "glows" and smells divine after dark. Safety Note: Like all Nicotiana plants, 'Sensation Mixed' is toxic if ingested. Keep away from curious pets and small children. ⚠️ Garden Tip: The white flowers in this mix are particularly reflective under moonlight, helping to guide nocturnal pollinators like the beautiful Sphinx Moth to your garden! 🦋🌙

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The 1940s Award-Winner for the Fragrant Moon Garden
Transform your garden into a twilight sanctuary with Flowering Tobacco ‘Sensation Mixed’. This legendary variety is celebrated not just for its stunning palette of star-shaped blooms—ranging from velvet red and soft rose to pure white and deep lilac—but for its intoxicating evening perfume. While modern hybrids are often bred for daytime looks at the expense of scent, ‘Sensation Mixed’ remains the gold standard for gardeners who want that classic, jasmine-like fragrance that wafts through the air as the sun goes down.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Origin</h3>
The ‘Sensation Mixed’ variety is a true "Gold Medal" heirloom. Introduced to the gardening public in the late 1930s, it achieved the highest honor in American horticulture by winning the All-America Selections (AAS) Award in 1941.
While the Nicotiana alata species is native to South America (Brazil and Argentina), it became a staple of Victorian "English Cottage Gardens" because of its height and airy elegance. The ‘Sensation’ strain was a breakthrough in breeding because it offered a wider range of colors than the original white species while retaining the intense, honey-sweet fragrance that attracts night-flying pollinators. For over 80 years, it has remained the preferred choice for "Moon Gardens"—landscapes designed to be enjoyed under the light of the moon.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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Intense Evening Fragrance: Features a heavy, sweet perfume that intensifies at dusk and through the night.</li>
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1941 AAS Winner: A time-tested variety proven for its vigor and beauty.</li>
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Stunning Color Range: A mix of crimson, pink, white, and purple flowers on tall, graceful stems.</li>
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Pollinator Magnet: The long, tubular flowers are a favorite for hummingbirds by day and sphinx moths (hawkmoths) by night.</li>
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Deer Resistant: Like most members of the tobacco family, the foliage is unappealing to deer and rabbits.</li>
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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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<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Annual (Heirloom)</td>
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<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Tall, Upright</td>
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<td>Height</td>
<td>24 to 48 inches</td>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>70–80 Days</td>
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<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Early Summer to Frost</td>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow ‘Sensation Mixed’ Nicotiana">🌱 How to Grow ‘Sensation Mixed’ Nicotiana</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Nicotiana seeds are tiny (like dust!) and require light to germinate.
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Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Surface-sow the seeds onto a high-quality seed starting mix and press them in lightly. Do not cover them with soil.
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Outdoors: Direct sow after the danger of frost has passed, but indoor starting is recommended for the best results.</li>
</ul>
2. The Perfect Spot: While they love full sun, Flowering Tobacco is one of the few flowers that performs exceptionally well in partial shade, especially in hotter climates. In afternoon shade, the flowers often stay open longer into the day.
3. Soil &amp; Water:
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<li data-line="46">They prefer rich, moist, well-draining soil.</li>
<li data-line="47">Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulching around the base will help keep the roots cool and the soil hydrated.</li>
</ul>
4. Maintenance:
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<li data-line="50">
Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart.</li>
<li data-line="51">
Deadheading: Remove the spent flower stalks (deadhead) regularly to encourage the plant to send up fresh blooms. This can extend the flowering season significantly.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="55" id="🎨 Garden Design Tip: The Moon Garden">🎨 Garden Design Tip: The Moon Garden</h3>
Plant ‘Sensation Mixed’ near a patio, porch, or bedroom window where you can enjoy the scent in the evening. Pair it with other night-blooming or white-flowered plants like White Alyssum or Moonflowers to create a landscape that "glows" and smells divine after dark.
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Safety Note: Like all Nicotiana plants, 'Sensation Mixed' is toxic if ingested. Keep away from curious pets and small children. ⚠️
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Garden Tip: The white flowers in this mix are particularly reflective under moonlight, helping to guide nocturnal pollinators like the beautiful Sphinx Moth to your garden! 🦋🌙
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Nicotiana Sensation Mix, Flowering Tobacco, 1941 Heirloom

Firefly Packet 200 Seeds

Firefly Bulk 1000 Seeds

High Mowing Seed - Light to dark blue, star shaped blooms hovering among fern-like foliage with ornamental seed pods. Nigella - Plants are covered in blue blooms that attract pollinators and other beneficials in a humming display. Beautiful fresh cut flowers are jewel-like and bring an old-fashioned charm to bouquets. Unusual and attractive seed pods can be dried for ornamental arrangements. Fresh cut flower or dried pods 20-28" tall Annual Open-Pollinated & Organic Heirloom 50 Seeds Instructions - Annual. Germination: 60°F, 21 days. Full sun. Direct sow once the days are in the 50's and 60's. Space 9 in. apart. 75 days. Self-sows readily. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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High Mowing Seed - Light to dark blue, star shaped blooms hovering among fern-like foliage with ornamental seed pods.
Nigella - Plants are covered in blue blooms that attract pollinators and other beneficials in a humming display. Beautiful fresh cut flowers are jewel-like and bring an old-fashioned charm to bouquets. Unusual and attractive seed pods can be dried for ornamental arrangements.
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<li>50 Seeds</li>
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Instructions -  <meta charset="utf-8">Annual. Germination: 60°F, 21 days. Full sun. Direct sow once the days are in the 50's and 60's. Space 9 in. apart. 75 days. Self-sows readily.
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Nigella, Love-In-A-Mist, Heirloom, Organic

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Renee's Garden - These charming variegated nasturtiums have lovely lily pad leaves whose cream and green striped markings make a wonderful color accent in the garden. The highly ornamental foliage is covered with pert, spurred flowers in bright gold, cheery orange, rich mahogany and salmon. Softly mounding, compact Alaska is an especially striking edging for flowerbeds or borders to contrast with green leaved plants. An attractive choice for showy patio containers, hanging baskets and window boxes. Characteristics: Annual Gemstone colors Approx 30-40 seeds, 4g of 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.

Alaska Mix Nasturtium (Dwarf)

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)

Seed Exchange - Given to SSE by longtime members Orral and Joan Craig who discovered it growing in an Amish garden near Arthur, Illinois. Native to the tropics and introduced to Europe in the 1570s. Fuzzy red flower heads resemble the comb of a rooster. Annual, 12" tall. Organic Annual Great cut flower or bedding plant Plants grow to 12 inches Fuzzy red flower heads 250 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Plant out into average well-drained soil after the danger of frost has passed. Good cutting flower, fresh or dried. Sow seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Germination 7-10 days Plant 12-18 apart Full Sun to Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Amish Cockscomb, Celosia, 1570's Heirloom, Organic

This award-winning combination of silken-petaled, double poppies features shimmering watercolor shades including cream, apricot, peach, coral, lavender, pink and bicolors and picotees. It took breeders years to develop these lustrous soft colors. Angel’s Choir poppies are exquisite in the garden as the blossoms sway gracefully on nodding 3 foot tall stems above frothy gray-green foliage. These easy-to-grow and irresistible flowers are the perfect way to welcome the joys of spring. Papaver rhoeas Characteristics: Gardens of Watercolor Blossoms is what you find here Frost hardy Re-seeding annual Loves rich garden soil 2'-3 tall .2 gram (~2000 seeds) Instructions - Sow seeds directly into a finely textured garden bed in full sun as early in spring as ground can be worked. To help space the fine seeds, mix with dry sand before sowing. Cover very lightly with fine soil and keep seed bed moist as seedlings emerge over 7 to 14 days Poppies can be started indoors as transplants but direct seeding is best and HIGHLY Recommended 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

Angels' Choir Shirley Poppy

Renee's Garden - You'll treasure the soft hues of these gorgeous cutting zinnias whose densely petaled flowers bloom in shades of apricot-rose through salmon-blush. These florist-quality zinnias’ fully double flowers make beautiful and long-lasting bouquets you can cut often to enjoy indoors. Apricot Blush is a selection of famous 'Benary's Giant' zinnias, known for superb garden performance in tough summer conditions. The multi-branched, 3 1/2-foot tall plants yield armfuls of long-stemmed flowers perfect for eye-catching garden displays all season long. Characteristics: Heirloom Butterfly & Hummingbird favorites Pollinators & Beneficials Annual Summer/fall bloom Frost tender Instructions - To start in the garden, Sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when the danger of frost is past and the weather is warm and above 50°F both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm the soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination. To start early indoors, Four weeks before the last frost date, sow seeds ½ inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F day and night. Space seedlings 8 to 12 inches apart when large enough to handle so plants have good air circulation and enough elbow room to grow and bloom freely. Zinnias can grow in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large, abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded. Adequate spacing and regular, even watering discourages mildew and keeps zinnias productive. Pick just as blossoms begin opening and petals are tight. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing the best blooms for summer-long bouquets. Plant in: May-June for cold winters; April-June for mild winters Full sun Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1/2" deep Days to germinate: 7-10 days Mature Height: 3-3.5 feet Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers due to availability.

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