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

‘Blackwater’ Bearded Iris - If you love dark colors, then this all black bearded iris will be for you. It is so unusal as it is a rare color in flower blossoms.  These will be gone before I start shipping in September! Breeder Info: Schriener, 2014 Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 36” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. . 

Mounds of green foliage support arching chalice-shaped flowers. Easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Also called Summer Snowflakes. Plant a large number of bulbs in clusters to create a dramatic effect. Planting and Maintenance Information:  Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade  Planting Depth: 5  Bulbs per Square Foot: 12  Mature Height: 14-16 Inches  Bloom Time: Blooms late spring  Bulb Size: 10/12 cm  USDA Zone: 4-10  Must be planted by January as they have very thin sheaths and do not do well out of the soil for more than 6 months.   Giant Snowdrop Features:  Deer Resistant  Winter Hardy  Container Plant   Shipping Time Ships September to January (or until we run out as we plant the last of our inventory in January).

Allium 'Sphaerocephalon' - 20-24" tall oblong pruple and green blooms, provide a wonderful visual effect in the garden, especially when massed!  Each blooms is 2-4" wide.  USDA Zones 4-8 Blooms Late Spring to Early Summer Bloom Duration: 2-4 weeks Cold Hardy to Zone 4 Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Beloved by pollinators Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 20-24" tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun.  Space the bulbs about 8" apart. They do need about 6 weeks of cold much like tulips.  Alliums do like the soil ph to be between 6-7 to be at their best. If you soil is a little high, simply add some acidic feed to the soil.  Ships mid September to mid October. 

Champagne and Strawberries Bearded Iris - The cream champagne blossom tops sit afloat of the strawberry red bottoms. The colors complement each other incredibly well. This will be one you will love to have for your gardens.  Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 38” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. 

Dracula’s Kiss Bearded Iris - Put this in your garden with a name tag and visitors will leave the rest to their imagination. It’s a wonderful addition and would look stunning surrounded by Immortality, a rebloomimg pure white iris.  Bearded Irises are wonderful. They are easy to grow and give you wonderful results.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States.  It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 36” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. 

Back in stock!!! Pure white blossoms on our White Amaryllis Belladonna thrive in the heat and don't mind humidity. They are great for containers or in your garden beds.  They are carefree and take very little care. They bloom in the heat of summer and then will shoot up leaves. For this reason we bring in the largest bulbs we can find and they should be planted right away.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 7-11 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  We offer these for sale in Spring, Fall, and Winter. The latest harvest arrives 9/25 to 10/15 each year.  Characteristics 24-36" tall  USDA Zones 7-11 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms all summer Full Sun to Partial Shade Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Not bothered by deer, rabbits or other wildlife Key Planting Tips Belladonna should be planted just under the soil line and space 6-10" wide. Water after planting.   Shipping Information We ship starting early October and these typically run out by end of November. 

Chalice-shaped flowers surrounded by grass-like foliage. Very unique and easy to grow deer-resistant tulip. A must-have for any garden enthusiast! Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. These belong to the botanical or turkestanica class of tulips.  They are known for their darling size, bright colors, long lasting blooms and being virtually deer proof!  Botancial Tulip Mix Features:  Beautiful assroted colors blossoms that multiply with every season Deer Resistant  Winter Hardy, USDA Zones 3-9 Planting and Maintenance Information:  Exposure to the full sun will bring out the rich colors that tulips offer. Partial shade will enable a longer blooming period and still offer a colorful addition to any garden. Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade  Planting Depth: 3  Bulbs per Square Foot: 9  Mature Height: 4-6 Inches  Bloom Time: Blooms late spring  Bulb Size: 6/+ cm  Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Looking for more tulip options, check all of them out here - Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)  

Marilyn Lily Tulips blooms can be described as fun. They are whimsical and beautiful much like the beauty they are named after. Lily Tulips have such an iconic shape which just add to their beauty and will help create focal points in your garden.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 8 (In warm climates they bloom if given a chill period of 6 weeks) Early-season flowering (February- April depending on location) Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Bloom Color: Red and White Additional Information Great for Naturalizing or Mass Planting 22” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Look for other great tulips we offer at Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com). 

The 'Pink Pearl' Hyacinth was unveiled in 1922 for public sale. Heirlooms make great additions to gardens as they have stood the test of time. Hyacinth's fragrant blooms are welcomed after a winter's quietness.  They burst open with vibrant colors creating wonderful masses of color.  They pair well with tulips and daffodils, creating dazzling displays of color.  USDA Zones 4-8 Early to Mid Spring  Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy to Zone 4 Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, Rock Gardens, Indoor Forcing 10” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 4-5” deep. They prefer rich well drained soil (like most bulbs).  Tuck them in front of beds and near entry ways or open windows to enjoy their fragrance.  We ship mid September to mid October.  

Hyacinth's fragrant blooms are welcomed after a winter's quietness.  They burst open with vibrant colors creating wonderful masses of color.  They pair well with tulips and daffodils, creating dazzling displays of color.  USDA Zones 4-8 Early to Mid Spring  Bloom Duration: 2-3 weeks Cold Hardy to Zone 4 Full Sun to Partial Shade (anywhere except under conifer trees) Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, Rock Gardens, Indoor Forcing 10” tall Key Planting Tips Simply plant 4-5” deep. They prefer rich well drained soil (like most bulbs).  Tuck them in front of beds and near entry ways or open windows to enjoy their fragrance.  We ship mid September to mid October.  

Black Parrot Tulip gives you a wonderful form or the same shades you'd expect from Queen of the Night tulips. The dark hues of purple and almost black are a good contrast among spring flowers. Parrot Tulips are in a world of their own - they have wild forms paired with gorgeous colors. This is what makes them so riveting in arrangements.  Parrot tulips should be protected from wind and heavy rains. The extra work in placing these are worth it.  Parrots are excellent for forcing. It is recommended you plant the parrot tulips in pots and then chill vs chilling in the cooler then planting. The reason is this makes the tuber root in and create stronger blooms. Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 11/12 cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 7 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid to Late-season flowering  Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Great for Bouquets, arrangements 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Looking for more tulip options, check all of them out here - Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Negrita Parrot Tulip dark colors and whimsical hues of purple is a crowd pleaser. Parrot Tulips are in a world of their own - they have wild forms paired with gorgeous colors. This is what makes them so riveting in arrangements.  Parrot tulips should be protected from wind and heavy rains. The extra work in placing these are worth it.  Parrots are excellent for forcing. It is recommended you plant the parrot tulips in pots and then chill vs chilling in the cooler then planting. The reason is this makes the tuber root in and create stronger blooms. Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 11/12 cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 7 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid to Late-season flowering  Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Great for Bouquets, arrangements 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Looking for more tulip options, check all of them out here - Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Now Shipping - ‘Elainealope’ Bearded Iris purple and blue tye dye blossom are so much fun. This one is so fragrant.  Bearded Irises are hardy from Zone 3 all the way to Zone 10.  They do not need a chilling period so they can grow almost anywhere in the United States. Bearded Irises are extremely easy and forgiving. It’s not uncommon to hear stories how immigrants would bring these flower with them from their home countries throughout Europe.  If you walk through suburbs and cities, you will start to be able to see the diversity of these species. USDA Zones 3 – 10 Flowers May to June depending on your zone Bloom Duration: 3-4 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Fragrant Additional Information Deer, Rabbit, & Rodent Resistant Great for Naturalizing, Borders, Mass Plantings, and Rock Gardens 29” tall Drought tolerant Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun with 1/3 of the rhizome exposed above the soil.  We like to plant ours 18”-30” apart.  They fill in pretty fast.  Do NOT mulch over the rhizome as they like to remain dry and extra mulch increases chances of rot.  We recommended cutting the flower once it blooms to put energy back into the rhizome and the new blooms that will happen later in the summer. Ships mid September to mid October. 

Estella Rijnveldt Parrot Tulip has a truly unique color combination that will attract the attention of onlookers - red, white, and highlights of spring green. Parrot Tulips are in a world of their own - they have wild forms paired with gorgeous colors. This is what makes them so riveting in arrangements.  Parrot tulips should be protected from wind and heavy rains. The extra work in placing these are worth it.  Parrots are excellent for forcing. It is recommended you plant the parrot tulips in pots and then chill vs chilling in the cooler then planting. The reason is this makes the tuber root in and create stronger blooms. Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 11/12 cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 7 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid to Late-season flowering  Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Great for Bouquets, arrangements 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Looking for more tulip options, check all of them out here - Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)

Menton belongs to the family of Single Late Tulips or French Tulips . It is a beautiful tulip that is often used in mass displays. It holds up well to all types of weather. Weather you plant a handful or a few dozen, every bloom will delight you.  Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 12+ cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 6 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Late-season flowering (May) Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Great for Naturalizing or Mass Planting 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October. They are from the 2020 crop.

Rasta Parrot's color and form makes it a standout in the garden and arrangements. We are so proud to be able to offer this one in 2025 as it has been on our list for a long time. Parrot Tulips are in a world of their own - they have wild forms paired with gorgeous colors. This is what makes them so riveting in arrangements.  Parrot tulips should be protected from wind and heavy rains. The extra work in placing these are worth it.  Parrots are excellent for forcing. It is recommended you plant the parrot tulips in pots and then chill vs chilling in the cooler then planting. The reason is this makes the tuber root in and create stronger blooms. Our bulbs are close to 5” in circumference ( 11/12 cm) which makes them some of the biggest you can purchase and are sourced from Holland. USDA Zones 3 – 7 (they can be planted in warm climates if given a chill period) Mid to Late-season flowering  Bloom Duration: 3 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun Additional Information Great for Bouquets, arrangements 24” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun, 6” inches deep with the tip pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6” apart. They will tolerate some shade. Tulips have everything they need to get started, but you can place a teaspoon of bone meal in the soil before planting and use a low nitrogen fertilizer when the first leaves appear in Spring. Our bulbs will ship to you in mid September to mid October.  Looking for more tulip options, check all of them out here - Tulips (fireflyfarmandmercantile.com)