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A stunning native in your wilflower gardens and deserves a place in even more refined garden spaces. Plant this beauty along your driveway to see endless blooms every time you come home. Its native range is the central US to the south central regions down to Texas. It excels in xeriscapes, dry prairies, along roadsides and in general problem areas. It can create beautiful backdrops for you gardens as well as being the spotlight if you choose. It blooms continously all summer! We also offer this in bulk quantities or with packets that are a bit more modest in nature. Botanical Name: Rudbeckia amplexicaulis Characteristics: Short-lived perennial that reseeds easily Award winning native as it creates dense blooms and will keep blooming when deadheaded Hardy to zone 3 Plants grow to18-30 inches tall Coverage: 1 Packet will cover 50 sq ft densely 1 oz will cover 1,000 sq ft when planted by itself, 2,500 sq ft when planted in existing beds. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Plant in poor soil as rich soil will weaken stems. Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Sow 1/2" deep Germination 10-20days Thin 18-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

A stunning native in your wilflower gardens and deserves a place in even more refined garden spaces. Plant this beauty along your driveway to see endless blooms every time you come home. 
Its native range is the central US to the south central regions down to Texas. It excels in xeriscapes, dry prairies, along roadsides and in general problem areas. It can create beautiful backdrops for you gardens as well as being the spotlight if you choose. It blooms continously all summer!  
We also offer this in bulk quantities or with packets that are a bit more modest in nature. 
Botanical Name: Rudbeckia amplexicaulis
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Short-lived perennial that reseeds easily 
</li>
<li>Award winning native as it creates dense blooms and will keep blooming when deadheaded</li>
<li>Hardy to zone 3</li>
<li>Plants grow to18-30 inches tall</li>
</ul>
Coverage: 
<ul>
<li>1 Packet will cover 50 sq ft densely</li>
<li>1 oz will cover 1,000 sq ft when planted by itself, 2,500 sq ft when planted in existing beds. </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants.  Plant in poor soil as rich soil will weaken stems.   
<ul>
<li>Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost.  </li>
<li>Sow 1/2" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20days</li>
<li>Thin 18-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Clasping Coneflower - Prairie Native

Firefly Farm - 1/2 gram or ~ 650 Seeds

Firefly Farm - 1 oz

Native Flower Mix Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers. Flowers: Black-eyed Susan, (Rudbeckia hirta) Clasping Coneflower (Rudbeckia amplexicaulis), Dwarf Evening Primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa) Grey-headed Coneflower (Ratibida pinnata) Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata), Lavender Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum) New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae), Ohio Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis) Ox-Eye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides), Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata), Pale Coneflower (Echinacea pallida), Plains Coreopsis Prairie Coneflower Prairie Ironweed Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpera) Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea) Smooth Penstemon (Penstemon digitalis) Thickspike Gayfeather (Liatris pycnostachya) White Upland Aster (Solidago ptarmicoides) Seeding Rates: 8 oz for 1,000sq ft (No existing plants) 11-22 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 11 lbs per acre 1 Acre for just Flowers - 22 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer. The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

<h3 class="product_title entry-title" itemprop="name">Native Flower Mix</h3>
Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers.
Flowers:
<ul>
<li>Black-eyed Susan, (Rudbeckia hirta)</li>
<li>Clasping Coneflower (Rudbeckia amplexicaulis),</li>
<li>Dwarf Evening Primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa)</li>
<li>Grey-headed Coneflower (Ratibida pinnata)</li>
<li>Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella),</li>
<li>Lance-Leaved Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata),</li>
<li>Lavender Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum)</li>
<li>New England Aster (Symphyotrichum novae-angliae),</li>
<li>Ohio Spiderwort (Tradescantia ohiensis)</li>
<li>Ox-Eye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides),</li>
<li>Prairie Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata),</li>
<li>Pale Coneflower (Echinacea pallida),</li>
<li>Plains Coreopsis</li>
<li>Prairie Coneflower</li>
<li>Prairie Ironweed</li>
<li>Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpera)</li>
<li>Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea)</li>
<li>Smooth Penstemon (Penstemon digitalis)</li>
<li>Thickspike Gayfeather (Liatris pycnostachya)</li>
<li>White Upland Aster (Solidago ptarmicoides)</li>
</ul>
Seeding Rates: 
<ul>
<li>8 oz for 1,000sq ft (No existing plants)</li>
<li>11-22 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings)</li>
<li>1 Acre with Grass - 11  lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 Acre for just Flowers - 22 lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer.  The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>
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Firefly Farm & Mercantile - California Bluebells are gems in the drought resistant gardens. They love the heat and provide masses of color in late spring through mid summer. They are native to California and Arizona for drier desert climates. Once established they will reseed so you have blooms for years to come. Botanical name: Phacelia campanularia Annual Full sun to partial shade is optimal 8-16” tall Instructions: Sow seeds outdoors when the soil can be worked through early summer. Sow 1/4 deep to slightly cover them. They germinate in about 10-20 days. Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost Plant Outdoors: 8-10” Apart Light: Full Sun

Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile - California Bluebells are gems in the drought resistant gardens. They love the heat and provide masses of color in late spring through mid summer.  They are native to California and Arizona for drier desert climates. Once established they will reseed so you have blooms for years to come.  
Botanical name: Phacelia campanularia
<ul>
<li>Annual</li>
<li>Full sun to partial shade is optimal</li>
<li>8-16” tall</li>
</ul>
Instructions:
Sow seeds outdoors when the soil can be worked through early summer. Sow 1/4 deep to slightly cover them. They germinate in about 10-20 days. 
<ul>
<li>Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 8-10” Apart</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun</li>
</ul>

California Bluebells, Native Flower to Western US

Packet - .5g or 1000 Seeds

2.5g or 5000 seeds

💜 Lance Selfheal (Prunella vulgaris) The "Heal-All" Hero of the Pollinator Garden Discover the quiet strength of Lance Selfheal, a versatile and rugged perennial that is quickly becoming the superstar of the conservation gardening world. Also known as "Heal-all," "Heart-of-the-earth," or "Carpenter’s Weed," this member of the mint family features low-growing mats of green foliage topped with architectural spikes of hooded, violet-purple flowers. Whether you are looking to create a "bee lawn," stabilize a meadow, or add a medicinal heirloom to your herb garden, Selfheal is a resilient, low-maintenance choice that works as hard as it looks. 📜 Historical Heritage & Folklore The name "Heal-all" is no exaggeration; for centuries, this plant was considered a global panacea. Native to Europe, Asia, and North America, it is one of the few plants that truly spans the globe. Historically, it was a staple in the kits of European herbalists and Indigenous North American healers alike. Its genus name, Prunella, is thought to be a derivative of the German word die Bräune, a term for a throat infection that the plant was traditionally used to treat. In the Middle Ages, it was called "Carpenter's Herb" because it was believed to "self-heal" the cuts and nicks of tradesmen. To grow Selfheal is to cultivate one of the most respected medicinal plants in human history. 🐝 A Pollinator’s Paradise While humans have valued it for medicine, nature values it for its incredible nectar. Lance Selfheal is one of the most important plants you can add to a Pollinator Sanctuary for several reasons: The Bumblebee Favorite: The hooded, tubular shape of the flowers is perfectly evolved for bumblebees. They land on the lower lip of the flower, using their weight to "pop" open the blossom and reach the rich nectar reward inside. Long-Lasting Buffet: Unlike many spring-only wildflowers, Selfheal blooms from June through September, providing a critical food source during the "mid-summer gap" when other nectar sources may dry up. Butterfly & Specialist Bee Support: It is a frequent stop for the Clouded Sulphur butterfly and several species of small native sweat bees. The "Bee Lawn" Revolution: Because it can withstand occasional mowing and light foot traffic, it is the primary choice for "No Mow May" and "Bee Lawns." It allows homeowners to have a green space that also functions as a vital ecosystem. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Scientific Name Prunella vulgaris Plant Type Native Perennial (Hardy in Zones 3–9) Height 6 to 12 inches Sun Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Period Early Summer through Autumn Soil Preference Highly adaptable; thrives in moist to average soil Growth Habit Creeping / Mat-forming 🌱 How to Grow Lance Selfheal from Seed 1. Sowing the Seeds:Selfheal is a reliable germinator and can be sown in spring or fall. When: Direct sow in late autumn (for natural cold stratification) or in early spring. Depth: Surface sow or barely cover with 1/8 inch of soil. The seeds require light to germinate. Preparation: If sowing in a lawn for a "bee lawn," mow the grass very short and rake the soil to expose it before scattering the seeds. 2. The Best Spot:Selfheal is incredibly versatile. While it loves Full Sun, it is one of the few pollinators that will bloom happily in Partial Shade. It prefers consistent moisture but is surprisingly drought-tolerant once its root system is established. 3. Maintenance: Spacing: If planting in a garden bed, space plants 6–10 inches apart. They will slowly spread to form a dense, weed-suppressing groundcover. Mowing: If grown in a lawn, set your mower blade to 3 or 4 inches. This allows the plant to flower and feed the bees while keeping the grass looking tidy. Self-Sowing: Selfheal will readily drop seeds to fill in bare spots. If you want to limit its spread, simply trim the flower heads once they turn brown. 🎨 Garden Design Tip Lance Selfheal makes an excellent "living mulch" at the feet of taller perennials like Purple Coneflower or Black-Eyed Susans. Its cool purple tones provide a beautiful, grounding contrast to the bright yellows of the summer meadow. Garden Tip: Don't be fooled by its humble appearance! Selfheal is a tough-as-nails survivor. It stays green even in poor soil and provides a lush, flowering carpet in areas where traditional turf grass often fails. 🌍💜

<h2 data-line="0" id="💜 Lance Selfheal (Prunella vulgaris)">💜 Lance Selfheal (Prunella vulgaris)</h2>
The "Heal-All" Hero of the Pollinator Garden
Discover the quiet strength of Lance Selfheal, a versatile and rugged perennial that is quickly becoming the superstar of the conservation gardening world. Also known as "Heal-all," "Heart-of-the-earth," or "Carpenter’s Weed," this member of the mint family features low-growing mats of green foliage topped with architectural spikes of hooded, violet-purple flowers. Whether you are looking to create a "bee lawn," stabilize a meadow, or add a medicinal heirloom to your herb garden, Selfheal is a resilient, low-maintenance choice that works as hard as it looks.
<hr data-line="5">
<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Folklore</h3>
The name "Heal-all" is no exaggeration; for centuries, this plant was considered a global panacea. Native to Europe, Asia, and North America, it is one of the few plants that truly spans the globe.
Historically, it was a staple in the kits of European herbalists and Indigenous North American healers alike. Its genus name, Prunella, is thought to be a derivative of the German word die Bräune, a term for a throat infection that the plant was traditionally used to treat. In the Middle Ages, it was called "Carpenter's Herb" because it was believed to "self-heal" the cuts and nicks of tradesmen. To grow Selfheal is to cultivate one of the most respected medicinal plants in human history.
<hr data-line="12">
<h3 data-line="14" id="🐝 A Pollinator’s Paradise">🐝 A Pollinator’s Paradise</h3>
While humans have valued it for medicine, nature values it for its incredible nectar. Lance Selfheal is one of the most important plants you can add to a Pollinator Sanctuary for several reasons:
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<li data-line="17">
The Bumblebee Favorite: The hooded, tubular shape of the flowers is perfectly evolved for bumblebees. They land on the lower lip of the flower, using their weight to "pop" open the blossom and reach the rich nectar reward inside.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Long-Lasting Buffet: Unlike many spring-only wildflowers, Selfheal blooms from June through September, providing a critical food source during the "mid-summer gap" when other nectar sources may dry up.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Butterfly &amp; Specialist Bee Support: It is a frequent stop for the Clouded Sulphur butterfly and several species of small native sweat bees.</li>
<li data-line="20">
The "Bee Lawn" Revolution: Because it can withstand occasional mowing and light foot traffic, it is the primary choice for "No Mow May" and "Bee Lawns." It allows homeowners to have a green space that also functions as a vital ecosystem.</li>
</ol>
<hr data-line="22">
<h3 data-line="24" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
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<thead data-line="25">
<tr data-line="25">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="27">
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Scientific Name</td>
<td>Prunella vulgaris</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Native Perennial (Hardy in Zones 3–9)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Height</td>
<td>6 to 12 inches</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun to Partial Shade</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Bloom Period</td>
<td>Early Summer through Autumn</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="32">
<td>Soil Preference</td>
<td>Highly adaptable; thrives in moist to average soil</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="33">
<td>Growth Habit</td>
<td>Creeping / Mat-forming</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<hr data-line="35">
<h3 data-line="37" id="🌱 How to Grow Lance Selfheal from Seed">🌱 How to Grow Lance Selfheal from Seed</h3>
1. Sowing the Seeds: Selfheal is a reliable germinator and can be sown in spring or fall.
<ul data-line="41">
<li data-line="41">
When: Direct sow in late autumn (for natural cold stratification) or in early spring.</li>
<li data-line="42">
Depth: Surface sow or barely cover with 1/8 inch of soil. The seeds require light to germinate.</li>
<li data-line="43">
Preparation: If sowing in a lawn for a "bee lawn," mow the grass very short and rake the soil to expose it before scattering the seeds.</li>
</ul>
2. The Best Spot: Selfheal is incredibly versatile. While it loves Full Sun, it is one of the few pollinators that will bloom happily in Partial Shade. It prefers consistent moisture but is surprisingly drought-tolerant once its root system is established.
3. Maintenance:
<ul data-line="49">
<li data-line="49">
Spacing: If planting in a garden bed, space plants 6–10 inches apart. They will slowly spread to form a dense, weed-suppressing groundcover.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Mowing: If grown in a lawn, set your mower blade to 3 or 4 inches. This allows the plant to flower and feed the bees while keeping the grass looking tidy.</li>
<li data-line="51">
Self-Sowing: Selfheal will readily drop seeds to fill in bare spots. If you want to limit its spread, simply trim the flower heads once they turn brown.</li>
</ul>
<hr data-line="53">
<h3 data-line="55" id="🎨 Garden Design Tip">🎨 Garden Design Tip</h3>
Lance Selfheal makes an excellent "living mulch" at the feet of taller perennials like Purple Coneflower or Black-Eyed Susans. Its cool purple tones provide a beautiful, grounding contrast to the bright yellows of the summer meadow.
<blockquote data-line="58">
Garden Tip: Don't be fooled by its humble appearance! Selfheal is a tough-as-nails survivor. It stays green even in poor soil and provides a lush, flowering carpet in areas where traditional turf grass often fails. 🌍💜
</blockquote>

Lance Selfheal, Pollinator Essential, Native to Most States

Firefly Farm - 1/2 gram (~ 500 Seeds)

Firefly Farm - 1 oz (~15000 Seeds)

Switchgrass 'Forestburg' Grass is a warm-season native bunchgrass that can be found in the throughout most of North America and is dominant species in Tallgrass Prairies. The Dacotah cultivar is from South Dakota. It is a little shorter and has some finer leaves. It prefers drier soils. It is used in projects to help control erosion, meadows, and prairies reclamation. It is used by many types of wildlife for food and cover. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3, can be found in zones 3-10 and prefers drier soils. Botanical Name: Panicum Virgatum Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial 5' in height Native ornamental and forage 350 Seeds per packet, 1 gram, will cover 10 sq ft with no plants or 100 sq ft with other grasses, 1 oz will cover 500 sq ft, or 5,000 sq ft with other grasses. Instructions - Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in May or June as they germinate in warm weather. You can seed earlier or later, but do make sure it is with the compansions or oats to provide cover and prevent weeds from growing. Prefers sand and loam. Alternatively Start Indoors late winter to early spring Sow 1/2" deep Germination 14-20 days We do not have a picture of Dacotah Switchgrass and simply used a Switchgrass.

Switchgrass 'Forestburg' Grass is a warm-season native bunchgrass that can be found in the throughout most of North America and is dominant species in Tallgrass Prairies. The Dacotah cultivar is from South Dakota. It is a little shorter and has some finer leaves. It prefers drier soils.  It is used in projects to help control erosion, meadows, and prairies reclamation.  It is used by many types of wildlife for food and cover. 
This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3, can be found in zones 3-10 and prefers drier soils.  
Botanical Name: Panicum Virgatum
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Hardy to zone 3, perennial</li>
<li>5' in height</li>
<li>Native ornamental and forage</li>
<li>350 Seeds per packet, 1 gram, will cover 10 sq ft with no plants or 100 sq ft with other grasses, 1 oz will cover 500 sq ft, or 5,000 sq ft with other grasses. </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in May or June as they germinate in warm weather. You can seed earlier or later, but do make sure it is with the compansions or oats to provide cover and prevent weeds from growing. Prefers sand and loam. 
Alternatively Start Indoors late winter to early spring
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/2" deep</li>
<li>Germination 14-20 days</li>
</ul>
We do not have a picture of Dacotah Switchgrass and simply used a Switchgrass.

Switchgrass 'Dacotah' Grass- Prairie Native (North)

Switchgrass 'Forestburg' Grass- Prairie Native (North)

Packet ~350 Seeds - 1 gram

1oz ~18,000 seeds

Wild Blue Iris: The Rugged Beauty of the American West 🏔️💜 Bring the untamed elegance of the high mountain meadows to your landscape with the Wild Blue Iris (Iris missouriensis). Also known as the Rocky Mountain Iris or Western Blue Flag, this is the most widespread native iris in Western North America. From the Great Plains to the high peaks of the Wasatch and the Sierras, this resilient beauty has been a centerpiece of the American wilderness for millennia. 🏛️ The History and Origin of a Native Legend The Wild Blue Iris is a true survivor. Unlike its pampered European cousins, this species evolved to handle the extreme "boom and bust" water cycles of the American West. Indigenous Heritage: Native American tribes, including the Navajo and Goshute, utilized the strong fibers from the iris leaves to create high-quality cordage, fishing nets, and ropes. It was also valued for its medicinal properties in traditional practice. A Pioneer’s Landmark: For early settlers traveling across the Great Basin and the Rocky Mountains, the sight of vast, shimmering "blue lakes" of these irises in mountain valleys was a signal of a healthy, moist meadow nearby. Western Persistence: It is one of the few native flowers that can thrive in the heavy, alkaline soils found across Utah, Idaho, and Montana, making it a "local hero" for high-desert gardeners. ✨ Characteristics of the "Western Blue Flag" Iris missouriensis offers a more delicate, "airy" look compared to the heavy, ruffled garden hybrids. The Color Profile: Features stunning, slender petals in shades ranging from soft sky blue to deep lavender-violet. Each "fall" (downward petal) is decorated with intricate dark purple veins and a bright, creamy-yellow "signal" at the center. Architectural Foliage: Narrow, sword-like, grey-green leaves form a tidy clump that stays attractive long after the flowers have faded. Natural Proportions: Reaching a graceful 12 to 24 inches tall, it is perfectly scaled for native plant gardens and wildflower meadows. High-Altitude Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy, this iris can survive brutal winters and high-elevation frosts that would damage more delicate garden varieties. 📖 How to Grow and Care for Wild Blue Iris Growing a native species is different from growing a hybrid. The goal is to mimic its natural "wild" cycle. Sun & Soil: Plant in Full Sun. While it can tolerate a variety of soils, it thrives in the heavy, clay-rich or loamy soils typical of mountain meadows. The "Spring Soak, Summer Dry" Cycle: In nature, this iris grows in "wet meadows" that are soggy in the spring from snowmelt but bone-dry by August. To get the best blooms, water it well in the spring and then let it dry out significantly during the heat of late summer. Sowing from Seed: Wild iris seeds have a built-in "alarm clock" and need a cold winter to germinate (Cold Stratification). For best results, sow seeds in the late autumn and let the winter snow break their dormancy naturally. Low Maintenance: Once established, this plant requires almost no intervention. It is a "set it and forget it" perennial for the sustainable garden. 💡 Fun Facts and Garden Secrets 🐝 Pollinator Paradise: The intricate veining on the petals isn't just for show—they are "nectar guides" designed to lead native bumblebees directly to the reward. 🚫 Deer & Rabbit Resistant: The leaves contain iridin, a compound that makes them bitter and unpalatable to grazing animals. They are one of the most deer-resistant native flowers you can plant. 💧 Water-Wise Choice: Because it goes dormant during the hottest, driest part of the summer, it is an essential component of Xeriscape and "Water-Wise" designs. Fire Resilience: In its native habitat, the deep rhizomes allow this plant to quickly regenerate following a wildfire. 💐 Perfect For... Native Pollinator Gardens: Pair with Rocky Mountain Penstemon and Blue Flax for a 100% authentic Western look. Rain Gardens: Excellent for those spots in your yard that stay soggy in the spring but dry out in the summer. Wildflower Meadows: Its ability to compete with grasses makes it an ideal choice for naturalized areas. Celebrate the heritage of the American West. Order your Wild Blue Iris (Iris missouriensis) from Firefly Farm & Mercantile today! 🛒🏔️✨

<h1 data-line="0" id="Wild Blue Iris: The Rugged Beauty of the American West 🏔️💜">Wild Blue Iris: The Rugged Beauty of the American West 🏔️💜</h1>
Bring the untamed elegance of the high mountain meadows to your landscape with the Wild Blue Iris (Iris missouriensis). Also known as the Rocky Mountain Iris or Western Blue Flag, this is the most widespread native iris in Western North America. From the Great Plains to the high peaks of the Wasatch and the Sierras, this resilient beauty has been a centerpiece of the American wilderness for millennia. 
<hr data-line="4">
<h2 data-line="6" id="🏛️ The History and Origin of a Native Legend">🏛️ The History and Origin of a Native Legend</h2>
The Wild Blue Iris is a true survivor. Unlike its pampered European cousins, this species evolved to handle the extreme "boom and bust" water cycles of the American West.
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Indigenous Heritage: Native American tribes, including the Navajo and Goshute, utilized the strong fibers from the iris leaves to create high-quality cordage, fishing nets, and ropes. It was also valued for its medicinal properties in traditional practice.</li>
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A Pioneer’s Landmark: For early settlers traveling across the Great Basin and the Rocky Mountains, the sight of vast, shimmering "blue lakes" of these irises in mountain valleys was a signal of a healthy, moist meadow nearby.</li>
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Western Persistence: It is one of the few native flowers that can thrive in the heavy, alkaline soils found across Utah, Idaho, and Montana, making it a "local hero" for high-desert gardeners.</li>
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<h2 data-line="15" id='✨ Characteristics of the "Western Blue Flag"'>✨ Characteristics of the "Western Blue Flag"</h2>
Iris missouriensis offers a more delicate, "airy" look compared to the heavy, ruffled garden hybrids.
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The Color Profile: Features stunning, slender petals in shades ranging from soft sky blue to deep lavender-violet. Each "fall" (downward petal) is decorated with intricate dark purple veins and a bright, creamy-yellow "signal" at the center.</li>
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Architectural Foliage: Narrow, sword-like, grey-green leaves form a tidy clump that stays attractive long after the flowers have faded.</li>
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Natural Proportions: Reaching a graceful 12 to 24 inches tall, it is perfectly scaled for native plant gardens and wildflower meadows.</li>
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High-Altitude Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy, this iris can survive brutal winters and high-elevation frosts that would damage more delicate garden varieties.</li>
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<h2 data-line="25" id="📖 How to Grow and Care for Wild Blue Iris">📖 How to Grow and Care for Wild Blue Iris</h2>
Growing a native species is different from growing a hybrid. The goal is to mimic its natural "wild" cycle.
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Sun &amp; Soil: Plant in Full Sun. While it can tolerate a variety of soils, it thrives in the heavy, clay-rich or loamy soils typical of mountain meadows.</li>
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The "Spring Soak, Summer Dry" Cycle: In nature, this iris grows in "wet meadows" that are soggy in the spring from snowmelt but bone-dry by August. To get the best blooms, water it well in the spring and then let it dry out significantly during the heat of late summer.</li>
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Sowing from Seed: Wild iris seeds have a built-in "alarm clock" and need a cold winter to germinate (Cold Stratification). For best results, sow seeds in the late autumn and let the winter snow break their dormancy naturally.</li>
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Low Maintenance: Once established, this plant requires almost no intervention. It is a "set it and forget it" perennial for the sustainable garden.</li>
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🐝 Pollinator Paradise: The intricate veining on the petals isn't just for show—they are "nectar guides" designed to lead native bumblebees directly to the reward.</li>
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🚫 Deer &amp; Rabbit Resistant: The leaves contain iridin, a compound that makes them bitter and unpalatable to grazing animals. They are one of the most deer-resistant native flowers you can plant.</li>
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💧 Water-Wise Choice: Because it goes dormant during the hottest, driest part of the summer, it is an essential component of Xeriscape and "Water-Wise" designs.</li>
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Fire Resilience: In its native habitat, the deep rhizomes allow this plant to quickly regenerate following a wildfire.</li>
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<h2 data-line="43" id="💐 Perfect For...">💐 Perfect For...</h2>
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Native Pollinator Gardens: Pair with Rocky Mountain Penstemon and Blue Flax for a 100% authentic Western look.</li>
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Rain Gardens: Excellent for those spots in your yard that stay soggy in the spring but dry out in the summer.</li>
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Wildflower Meadows: Its ability to compete with grasses makes it an ideal choice for naturalized areas.</li>
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Celebrate the heritage of the American West. Order your Wild Blue Iris (Iris missouriensis) from Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile today! 🛒🏔️✨

Wild Blue Iris, U.S. Native

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm 250 Seeds

Monarch Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture Monarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines. This mixture is composed of native wildflowers, garden flowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources for adult monarchs. Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars. This mixture is appropriate for home gardens, commercial landscaping, golf courses and other maintained sites. Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers. This mix is ideal for all parts of the United States as it has a wide range of native plants that aren't harmful for butterlfies on their migration paths. If you want to improve this mix for you regions, please add packets or bulk seed of specific natives. For example, if on the west coast please add Narrowleaf Milkweed. If east of the Rocky Mountains, please add Common or Red Milkweed. Check out all of our pollinator mixes at Pollinator Mix Flowers: Annual Candytuft (Iberis umbellata), Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa), Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus), French Marigold (Tagetes patula), Gayfeather (Liatris spicata), Hoary Vervain (Verbena stricta), Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia rotundifolia), Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium consolida), Siberian Wallflower (Cheiranthus allionii), Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve), Sulphur Cosmos (Cosmos sulphureus), Zinnia (Zinnia elegans) Seeding Rates: 8 oz for 1,000sq ft 12-24 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 12 lbs per acre 1 Acre for just Flowers - 24 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer. The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

<h3 class="product_title entry-title">Monarch Butterfly Seed Flower Mixture</h3>
Monarch populations have been in decline for a number of years, and the loss of nectar sources and milkweeds has been indicated as a major contributor to these declines.  This mixture is composed of native wildflowers, garden flowers and milkweeds which supply nectar sources for adult monarchs.  Milkweeds are utilized for egg-laying and provide food to monarch caterpillars.  This mixture is appropriate for home gardens, commercial landscaping, golf courses and other maintained sites.
Add some native grasses to and you have a great all around mix! Little Bluestem is great as it is native to all 48 US states. Or just keep it strictly to flowers. This mix is ideal for all parts of the United States as it has a wide range of native plants that aren't harmful for butterlfies on their migration paths.  If you want to improve this mix for you regions, please add packets or bulk seed of specific natives. For example, if on the west coast please add Narrowleaf Milkweed. If east of the Rocky Mountains, please add Common or Red Milkweed.  Check out all of our pollinator mixes at <a href="https://admin.shopify.com/store/firefly-farm-and-mercantile/collections/414549606636" title="Firefly Farm Butterfly and Bee Flower Mixes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Pollinator Mix</a>
Flowers:
<ul>
<li>Annual Candytuft (Iberis umbellata),</li>
<li>Butterfly Milkweed (Asclepias tuberosa),</li>
<li>Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus),</li>
<li>French Marigold (Tagetes patula),</li>
<li>Gayfeather (Liatris spicata),</li>
<li>Hoary Vervain (Verbena stricta),</li>
<li>Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella),</li>
<li>Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia rotundifolia),</li>
<li>Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea),</li>
<li>Rocket Larkspur (Delphinium consolida),</li>
<li>Siberian Wallflower (Cheiranthus allionii),</li>
<li>Smooth Aster (Symphyotrichum laeve),</li>
<li>Sulphur Cosmos (Cosmos sulphureus),</li>
<li>Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)</li>
</ul>
Seeding Rates: 
<ul>
<li>8 oz for 1,000sq ft</li>
<li>12-24 lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings)</li>
<li>1 Acre with Grass - 12  lbs per acre 
</li>
<li>1 Acre for just Flowers - 24 lbs per acre</li>
<li>1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 155 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds anytime: fall before winter sets in, spring or summer.  The area should be worked to either be free of all plants or prepared to allow seed contact to soil when planting in existing beds. Some grasses will germinate in the cool weather, while others will remain dormant until the is warms. 
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>

Monarch Butterfly Garden Flower Seed Mixture, 15 Flower Varieties

Little Bluestem is perhaps the most popular native grass in the USA. It's beautiful blue-green foliage turns coppery red in the fall and provides wonderful winter interest. This is a must native plant for anyone who wants to encourage wildlife and beneficial insects as it provides tons of cover and forage. It was the most dominant of all the grasses 100 years ago across the United States and of course Canada. The only states it is not native to is California, Nevada, Oregon, Alaska and Hawaii. This can be used for forage but if hayed, it does need to go to rest every few years or it will die off. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3. Schizachyrium scoparium Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial 2-3 foot tall clumps Blue-Green foliage turns copper-red in the fall Erosion control plantings 250 Seeds per packet 1lb covers 3,150 sq ft Instructions -Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in May or June as they germinate in warm weather. You can seed earlier or later, but do make sure it is with the compansions or oats to provide cover and prevent weeds from growing. Not recommended for heavy clay. Alternatively Start Indoors late winter to early spring Sow 1/2" deep Germination 14-20 days Thin 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Little Bluestem is perhaps the most popular native grass in the USA.  It's beautiful blue-green foliage turns coppery red in the fall and provides wonderful winter interest. This is a must native plant for anyone who wants to encourage wildlife and beneficial insects as it provides tons of cover and forage. It was the most dominant of all the grasses 100 years ago across the United States and of course Canada.  The only states it is not native to is California, Nevada, Oregon, Alaska and Hawaii. This can be used for forage but if hayed, it does need to go to rest every few years or it will die off. 
This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3.  Schizachyrium scoparium
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Hardy to zone 3, perennial</li>
<li>2-3 foot tall clumps</li>
<li>Blue-Green foliage turns copper-red in the fall</li>
<li>Erosion control plantings</li>
<li>250 Seeds per packet </li>
<li>1lb covers 3,150 sq ft</li>
</ul>
Instructions -Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in May or June as they germinate in warm weather. You can seed earlier or later, but do make sure it is with the compansions or oats to provide cover and prevent weeds from growing.  Not recommended for heavy clay. 
Alternatively Start Indoors late winter to early spring
<ul>
<li>Sow 1/2" deep</li>
<li>Germination 14-20 days</li>
<li>Thin 24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Little Bluestem - Prairie Native

Packet 250 Seeds or .65 grams

1/8 oz or ~1200 seeds

1 oz or ~9500 seeds

Firefly Farm & Mercantile - This blend of natives, wildflowers, and ornamentals will provide food and cover for butterflies, songbirds and other pollinators. This is a very colorful mix filled with 21 species will have your gardens or meadows alive with flying jewels everywhere. Check out all of our pollinator mixes at Pollinator Mix Sows 200 square feet per oz, or 3,000 sq ft per pound Annuals and perennials Early, late, and mid-blooming flowers Beautiful mix of colors Provides nectar to many species of butterflies Some plants will provide food for butterfly larvae Packet sows 30 square feet Varieties included: Candytuft, Annual - Iberis umbellata Wallflower, Siberian - Cheiranthus allionii Larkspur, Rocket - Delphinium consolida Lupine, Perennial - Lupinus perennis Gayfeather - Liatris spicata Coneflower, Purple - Echinaceae purpurea Blanketflower - Gaillardia aristata Aster, China, Single Mix - Callistephus chinensis Cornflower 'Polka Dot Mix' - Centaurea cyanus Poppy, California Orange - Eschscholzia californica Indian Blanket - Gaillardia pulchella Sage, Scarlet - Salvia coccinea Coreopsis, Lance Leaved - Coreopsis lanceolata Godetia, Dwarf - Clarkia amoena Coneflower, Dwarf Red - Ratibida columnifera Coreopsis, Dwarf Plains - Coreopsis tinctoria Mint, Lemon - Monarda citriodora Milkweed, Butterfly - Asclepias tuberosa Sweet Alyssum, Tall White - Lobularia maritima Black-Eyed Susan - Rudbeckia hirta Instructions - You may sow the bee feed mix 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date. Mix the seed with some sand or sawdust, broadcast the seed, and then go over the area with a rake to work the seed into the soil a little.This product is best seeded at 6-12 lbs per acre or 5 ounces for 1000 square feet. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile - This blend of natives, wildflowers, and ornamentals will provide food and cover for butterflies, songbirds and other pollinators. This is a very colorful mix filled with 21 species will have your gardens or meadows alive with flying jewels everywhere. Check out all of our pollinator mixes at <a href="https://admin.shopify.com/store/firefly-farm-and-mercantile/collections/414549606636" title="Firefly Farm Butterfly and Bee Flower Mixes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Pollinator Mix</a>
Sows 200 square feet per oz, or 3,000 sq ft per pound
<ul>
<li>Annuals and perennials</li>
<li>Early, late, and mid-blooming flowers</li>
<li>Beautiful mix of colors</li>
<li>Provides nectar to many species of butterflies</li>
<li>Some plants will provide food for butterfly larvae</li>
<li>Packet sows 30 square feet </li>
</ul>
Varieties included:
<ul>
<li>Candytuft, Annual - Iberis umbellata</li>
<li>Wallflower, Siberian - Cheiranthus allionii</li>
<li>Larkspur, Rocket - Delphinium consolida</li>
<li>Lupine, Perennial - Lupinus perennis</li>
<li>Gayfeather - Liatris spicata</li>
<li>Coneflower, Purple - Echinaceae purpurea</li>
<li>Blanketflower - Gaillardia aristata</li>
<li>Aster, China, Single Mix - Callistephus chinensis</li>
<li>Cornflower 'Polka Dot Mix' - Centaurea cyanus</li>
<li>Poppy, California Orange - Eschscholzia californica</li>
<li>Indian Blanket - Gaillardia pulchella</li>
<li>Sage, Scarlet - Salvia coccinea</li>
<li>Coreopsis, Lance Leaved - Coreopsis lanceolata</li>
<li>Godetia, Dwarf - Clarkia amoena</li>
<li>Coneflower, Dwarf Red - Ratibida columnifera</li>
<li>Coreopsis, Dwarf Plains - Coreopsis tinctoria</li>
<li>Mint, Lemon - Monarda citriodora</li>
<li>Milkweed, Butterfly - Asclepias tuberosa</li>
<li>Sweet Alyssum, Tall White - Lobularia maritima</li>
<li>Black-Eyed Susan - Rudbeckia hirta</li>
</ul>
Instructions - You may sow the bee feed mix 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date. Mix the seed with some sand or sawdust, broadcast the seed, and then go over the area with a rake to work the seed into the soil a little. This product is best seeded at 6-12 lbs per acre or 5 ounces for 1000 square feet.
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Bird and Butterfly Mix Flowers

Packet (1/4 oz)

Christmas Lima - Also knowns as Large Speckled Calico, this variety was first cultivated in the United States around 1840 and produces beautiful, quarter-sized, fat white seeds with maroon spots and swirls. It has a rich flavor and can be used as shell lima bean or dry bean. Heavy yields, bears even during extreme heat. Pole habit, 75-100 dys. Pole bean Large Maroon and White Speckled Seeds Performs well in extreme heat Shelling and Dry bean 75-100 days Instructions : Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. Direct Seed 2" apart Planting Depth 1" Rows Apart: 36-48" Full Sun

Christmas Lima - Also knowns as Large Speckled Calico, this variety was first cultivated in the United States around 1840 and produces beautiful, quarter-sized, fat white seeds with maroon spots and swirls.  It has a rich flavor and can be used as shell lima bean or dry bean.  Heavy yields, bears even during extreme heat. Pole habit, 75-100 dys. 
<ul>
<li>Pole bean</li>
<li>Large Maroon and White Speckled Seeds</li>
<li>Performs well in extreme heat</li>
<li>Shelling and Dry bean</li>
<li>75-100 days </li>
</ul>
Instructions :
Lima beans thrive in hot temperatures. Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Seeds will germinate in 7-18 days. Limas prefer full sun. 
<ul>
<li>Direct Seed 2" apart</li>
<li>Planting Depth 1"</li>
<li>Rows Apart: 36-48"</li>
<li>Full Sun</li>
</ul>

Christmas Pole Lima Bean, 1840 Heirloom

25 Seeds - Firefly Farm

Seedsavers Packet - 40 Seeds

250 Seeds (.51 lbs) - Firefly Farm

500 Seeds (1.05 lbs) - Firefly Farm

Crego Aster Mix provides tons of flowers from late summer through mid-fall. They are a blend of purple, blue, pink and white jewel tones. Flowers are very full and have a wonderful shaggy appearance. Flowers provide a late nectar and pollen source and plenty of blooms for flower arrangments. Annual Long-lasting flowers A mix of purples, pinks, and whites 250 Seeds Firefly Farm & Mercantile Packet Instructions: Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Prefers average soil. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. Alternative Sowing for those that want earlier blooms Start Indoors: 8-10 weeks before the last frost Germination: 7-10 Days Plant Outdoors: 7-10” Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Crego Aster Mix provides tons of flowers from late summer through mid-fall. They are a blend of purple, blue, pink and white jewel tones.  Flowers are very full and have a wonderful shaggy appearance. Flowers provide a late nectar and pollen source and plenty of blooms for flower arrangments. 
<ul>
<li>Annual</li>
<li>Long-lasting flowers</li>
<li>A mix of purples, pinks, and whites</li>
<li>250 Seeds Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile Packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions:  Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Prefers average soil. Remove spent blossoms regularly to prolong blooming. 
Alternative Sowing for those that want earlier blooms
<ul>
<li>Start Indoors: 8-10 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Germination: 7-10 Days</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 7-10” Apart</li>
<li>Light: Sun/Partial Shade </li>
</ul>
 
 
 
 Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

Crego Mix China Aster Flower

Firefly Farm Packet 250 Seed

Firefly Farm 2500 Seeds

Seedsaver Packet 100 Seeds

Purple Prairie Clover - An important short prairie species as it helps feed the soil, provide food for polliantors and cover for wildlife. It is adapatable to many soil types and is commonly used in prairie restoration and wildlife plantings. it blooms non stop from mid summer to fall. Botanical Name: Dalea purpurea Characteristics: Perennial Hardy to zone 4 Plant heigh is 1-3' tall Purple blossoms mid-summer through fall Nitrogen Fixing Plant to improve soil health 250 seeds per packet Instructions - Easy to grow when direct-seeded into a weed-free seedbed in mid-spring to early summer. Very drought tolerant once established. Alternative is to grow indoors. Start Indoors: In Early Spring Germination: 10-20 Days Plant Outdoors: 12” Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Purple Prairie Clover - An important short prairie species as it helps feed the soil, provide food for polliantors and cover for wildlife. It is adapatable to many soil types and is commonly used in prairie restoration and wildlife plantings.  it blooms non stop from mid summer to fall.  
Botanical Name: Dalea purpurea
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Perennial</li>
<li>Hardy to zone 4</li>
<li>Plant heigh is 1-3' tall</li>
<li>Purple blossoms mid-summer through fall</li>
<li>Nitrogen Fixing Plant to improve soil health 
</li>
<li>250 seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Easy to grow when direct-seeded into a weed-free seedbed in mid-spring to early summer. Very drought tolerant once established.
Alternative is to grow indoors. 
<ul>
<li>Start Indoors: In Early Spring</li>
<li>Germination: 10-20 Days</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 12” Apart</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun</li>
</ul>
 
 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Purple Prairie Clover

Firefly Farm 1 gram or ~650 seeds

Seedsaver Exchange Packet 250 Seeds

Firefly Farm 1 oz or ~18,000 Seeds

Texas Bluebonnet - If you have seen a field of Texas Bluebonnets in full bloom, it is site you will most likely never forget. Fields of blue blossoms, buzzing with bees and butterflies is amazing. The are really easy to grow. They prefer dry soil and in full sun. The seeds, plants and flowers are poisonous to livestock and animals. Botanical Name: Lupinus texensis Characteristics: Cold hardy annual Plants grow to 8-12" Beautiful native plant that is beloved by pollinators Prefers alkaline dry soil 2g or ~65 Seeds Sowing Rates Packet sows 6-10 sq ft 1 oz sows 50 sq ft 22 oz for 1,000 65lbs for 1 acre Instructions - If you live in zones 6-8, fall is an ideal time to sow them but anytime the ground is workable come spring will work too. For those zones in 4-5 you can plant these very early in the spring once the ground is workable. Alternatively Start Indoors - 4-6 weeks before the last frost, but treat them like spinach as they don't germinate in warm conditions. Their roots develop in cooler temperatures Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Texas Bluebonnet - If you have seen a field of Texas Bluebonnets in full bloom, it is site you will most likely never forget. Fields of blue blossoms, buzzing with bees and butterflies is amazing. The are really easy to grow. They prefer dry soil and in full sun.  The seeds, plants and flowers are poisonous to livestock and animals. 
Botanical Name: Lupinus texensis
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Cold hardy annual</li>
<li>Plants grow to 8-12"</li>
<li>Beautiful native plant that is beloved by pollinators</li>
<li>Prefers alkaline dry soil</li>
<li>2g or ~65 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Sowing Rates
<ul>
<li>Packet sows 6-10 sq ft</li>
<li>1 oz sows 50 sq ft</li>
<li>22 oz for 1,000</li>
<li>65lbs for 1 acre</li>
</ul>
Instructions - If you live in zones 6-8, fall is an ideal time to sow them but anytime the ground is workable come spring will work too. For those zones in 4-5 you can plant these very early in the spring once the ground is workable. 
<ul>
<li>Alternatively Start Indoors - 4-6  weeks before the last frost, but treat them like spinach as they don't germinate in warm conditions.  Their roots develop in cooler temperatures</li>
<li>Sow 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20 days</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Texas Bluebonnet, Southern Native, Lupine family

Firefly Farm - 2 gram or ~ 65 Seeds

Firefly Farm -1/4 oz

We offer this fabulous U.S. Native in various ways. Best known of all the prairie flowers and the easiest to grow. A single plant can produce hundreds of blooms over the summer and into the fall. Excellent cut flower with 6-10 days of vase life. Plants grow 2-3'. Self-seeding biennial or hardy annual. Hardy to zone 3. Rudebckia Hirta is its common name and you will find the Glorioso Daisy that also has the same name. We also offer this in bulk quantities or with packets that are a bit more modest in nature. Characteristics: Self-seeding biennial or hardy annual Hardy to zone 3 Plants grow to 2-3 feet An excellent cut flower that lasts 6-10 days in a vase Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants. Plant in poor soil as rich soil will weaken stems. Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Sow 1/2" deep Germination 10-20days Thin 18-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

We offer this fabulous U.S. Native in various ways. Best known of all the prairie flowers and the easiest to grow. A single plant can produce hundreds of blooms over the summer and into the fall. Excellent cut flower with 6-10 days of vase life. Plants grow 2-3'. Self-seeding biennial or hardy annual. Hardy to zone 3. Rudebckia Hirta is its common name and you will find the Glorioso Daisy that also has the same name. 
We also offer this in bulk quantities or with packets that are a bit more modest in nature. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Self-seeding biennial or hardy annual</li>
<li>Hardy to zone 3</li>
<li>Plants grow to 2-3 feet</li>
<li>An excellent cut flower that lasts 6-10 days in a vase</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors just before last frost. Can also be started indoors and set out as small plants.  Plant in poor soil as rich soil will weaken stems.   
<ul>
<li>Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost.  </li>
<li>Sow 1/2" deep</li>
<li>Germination 10-20days</li>
<li>Thin 18-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Black-Eyed Susan - Prairie Native (Rudebckia Hirta)

Firefly Farm - 1/8th gram or ~ 500 Seeds

Seedsaver's Packet - 250 Seeds

Firefly Farm -1 gram or ~3700 Seeds

Firefly Farm -1/2 oz

A U.S. native that resides from the Mississippi eastwards to the Atlantic Liatris Spicata goes by Marsh Blazingstar as it prefers wet or rich garden soils. This is the most commonly seen native in gardens as its dense flowers and rich in nector and pollen. We offer it in seed year round or corms in the spring. Corms will allow you to see flowers the first year while seed will take 2-3 years to flower. Blazing Star or Liatris Spicata will bloom all summer, provide food for butterflies, perform great in dry conditions, and naturalize well in sunny to partial sunny areas. The blooms are great in arrangements and the plant is ignored by rodents, rabbits, and deer. This plant will work hard for you without having to work hard for it. A must have in every garden. Blazing star is a family of natives that you will find in a large area of the U.S prairies, meadows, forest edges and grasslands. The species 'Spicata' is a great nectar and pollen source. USDA Zones 4-9 Mid-Summer flowering Bloom Duration: All Summer Cold Hardy Full Sun (some partial sun is ok) Bloom Color: Purple Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, or Cut Gardens 29-36” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 2-3" inches deep with the roots pointing down (sometimes you have to look carefully to find them). Space each bulb 12" apart and plant in the drier parts of your garden. Instructions: Germination is increased by a 30- day cold treatment in slightly damp paper towels in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Seed can also be directly sown into a prepared seedbed in fall, or in early- to mid-spring. Requires a rich loam, clay, or slightly moist sandy soil. Alternatively Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before planting out or direct sow after treating the seeds or in early spring or late fall Germination: 20-25 Days Plant Outdoors: 2-3' Apart Light: Full Sun

<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">A U.S. native that resides from the Mississippi eastwards to the Atlantic Liatris Spicata goes by Marsh Blazingstar as it prefers wet or rich garden soils. This is the most commonly seen native in gardens as its dense flowers and rich in nector and pollen. We offer it in seed year round or corms in the spring. Corms will allow you to see flowers the first year while seed will take 2-3 years to flower. 
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Blazing Star or Liatris Spicata will bloom all summer, provide food for butterflies, perform great in dry conditions, and naturalize well in sunny to partial sunny areas. The blooms are great in arrangements and the plant is ignored by rodents, rabbits, and deer.
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">This plant will work hard for you without having to work hard for it. A must have in every garden. Blazing star is a family of natives that you will find in a large area of the U.S prairies, meadows, forest edges and grasslands. The species 'Spicata' is a great nectar and pollen source. 
<ul>
<li>USDA Zones 4-9 </li>
<li>Mid-Summer flowering </li>
<li>Bloom Duration: All Summer</li>
<li>Cold Hardy</li>
<li>Full Sun (some partial sun is ok)</li>
</ul>
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<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, or Cut Gardens
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<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Key Planting Tips
<p style="color: #000000; font-family: &amp;quot; helvetica neue&amp;quot;,helvetica,arial,sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.4; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; margin: 0px 0px 1em 0px;">Plant in full sun to partial shade, 2-3" inches deep with the roots pointing down (sometimes you have to look carefully to find them). Space each bulb 12" apart and plant in the drier parts of your garden. 
Instructions: Germination is increased by a 30- day cold treatment in slightly damp paper towels in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Seed can also be directly sown into a prepared seedbed in fall, or in early- to mid-spring. Requires a rich loam, clay, or slightly moist sandy soil. 
Alternatively Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before planting out or direct sow after treating the seeds or in early spring or late fall 
<ul>
<li>Germination: 20-25 Days</li>
<li>Plant Outdoors: 2-3' Apart</li>
<li>Light: Full Sun</li>
</ul>
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Blazingstar, Dense Blazingstar, Gayfeather Liatris Spicata

1g or ~250 Seed Packet

10 Corms (Mar to June)

25 Corms (Mar to June)

100 Corms (Mar to June)

1/4 oz (2,000 seeds)

1/2 oz (4,000 seeds)

Big Bluestem is a giant of the prairies! It’s what was the backbone of much of the prairies. It’s vital for native wildlife. It is native from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Its nickname is Turkey Foot as the seeds can look like a turkey’s foot. Lush green 3-8' plants change color at first frost to red and copper tones that provides winter interests. Grows well in all soil types, just not standing water. Hardy to zone 3. Characteristics: Perennial, hardy to zone 3 Heigh is to 3-8 feet Winter Interest Changes color after frost to red-copper Thrives in almost any soil types and drought tolerant Warm-season grass 250 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in a warm area (70-85°F). Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in late April-June. Tolerates most moisture levels and withstands drought. Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Sow 1/2" deep Germination 14-20d days Thin 24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Big Bluestem is a giant of the prairies! It’s what was the backbone of much of the prairies. It’s vital for native wildlife. It is native from the Rocky Mountains to the Atlantic Ocean. Its nickname is Turkey Foot as the seeds can look like a turkey’s foot.  
Lush green 3-8' plants change color at first frost to red and copper tones that provides winter interests. Grows well in all soil types, just not standing water. Hardy to zone 3.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Perennial, hardy to zone 3</li>
<li>Heigh is to 3-8 feet</li>
<li>Winter Interest Changes color after frost to red-copper</li>
<li>Thrives in almost any soil types and drought tolerant</li>
<li>Warm-season grass</li>
<li>250 Seeds per packet </li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in a warm area (70-85°F). Transplant outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed in late April-June. Tolerates most moisture levels and withstands drought.
Alternatively Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost.  
Sow 1/2" deep
Germination 14-20d days
Thin 24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of availability

Big Bluestem - Prairie Native

Packet 250 seeds or .65grams

🌾 Blue Grama Grass (Bouteloua gracilis) The "Eyelash Grass" of the American Great Plains Bring the rugged, airy beauty of the wild prairie to your landscape with Blue Grama Grass. This iconic North American native is famous for its unique, horizontal seed heads that look like delicate "eyelashes" suspended in mid-air. A low-maintenance powerhouse, Blue Grama is prized as much for its ornamental charm as it is for its legendary resilience. Whether you are creating a water-wise meadow, a "no-mow" lawn alternative, or a textured border, this grass offers a soft, blue-green shimmer that dances in the slightest breeze. 📜 Historical Heritage & Native Roots Blue Grama is a cornerstone species of the North American Shortgrass Prairie. Its history is deeply intertwined with the landscape of the West, stretching from the Canadian provinces down to the Mexican highlands. For centuries, it served as a vital forage grass for the massive herds of American Bison that once roamed the plains. During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, Blue Grama became a hero of soil conservation; its dense, fibrous root system was one of the few things capable of holding the parched earth together against the punishing winds. It is so culturally significant to the American West that it has been designated the Official State Grass of both Colorado and New Mexico. To plant Blue Grama is to plant a piece of living Western history. ✨ Product Highlights Unique Aesthetics: Produces distinct, comb-like seed heads that stand at a jaunty angle, turning from green to a golden-tan in the fall. Extreme Drought Tolerance: Once established, it requires very little supplemental water, making it a "must-have" for xeriscaping and sustainable gardens. Versatile Habit: Can be left to grow into soft, tufted mounds or mowed periodically to create a low-input, drought-resistant lawn. Wildlife Value: Provides essential nesting material for native birds and serves as a host plant for several species of skipper butterflies. Year-Round Interest: The foliage turns a beautiful reddish-purple to bronze hue after the first frost, providing winter texture. 🛠️ Quick Growth Profile Feature Specifications Plant Type Perennial Native Grass (Warm Season) Height 12 to 18 inches (including seed heads) Hardiness Zones 3 through 10 Sun Requirement Full Sun (6-8+ hours) Soil Preference Well-drained; thrives in sandy or rocky soils Water Needs Low (Very drought-tolerant) 🌱 How to Grow Blue Grama Grass 1. When to Plant:Blue Grama is a warm-season grass, meaning it waits for the heat to wake up. Sow seeds in late spring or early summer once the soil is consistently warm (at least 65°F). 2. Sowing the Seeds: Prepare a weed-free seedbed. Surface Sow: Scatter the seeds thinly and press them firmly into the soil, but do not bury them deep. They require light to germinate. Raking: A very light raking or a dusting of sand is all that is needed to keep the seeds in place. 3. Establishment:Keep the area consistently moist for the first 2–3 weeks until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are a few inches tall, gradually reduce watering to encourage the roots to grow deep into the soil. 4. Maintenance & Mowing: Meadow Look: Leave the grass untouched to enjoy the "eyelash" seed heads and fall color. Lawn Look: If using as a turf alternative, mow only 2-3 times per year at a high setting (3–4 inches). Fertilizing: Generally not required. Blue Grama thrives in "poor" soil; too much nitrogen can actually encourage weed competition. 🎨 Garden Design Tip Blue Grama looks spectacular when backlit by the setting sun, which catches the horizontal seed heads. Pair it with other native wildflowers like Scarlet Sage, Purple Coneflower, or Black-Eyed Susans for a high-contrast, low-water pollinator paradise. Garden Tip: Blue Grama is an excellent choice for erosion control on slopes or banks where other grasses might struggle with dry, rocky conditions. 🏔️🌾

<h2 data-line="0" id="🌾 Blue Grama Grass (Bouteloua gracilis)">🌾 Blue Grama Grass (Bouteloua gracilis)</h2>
The "Eyelash Grass" of the American Great Plains
Bring the rugged, airy beauty of the wild prairie to your landscape with Blue Grama Grass. This iconic North American native is famous for its unique, horizontal seed heads that look like delicate "eyelashes" suspended in mid-air. A low-maintenance powerhouse, Blue Grama is prized as much for its ornamental charm as it is for its legendary resilience. Whether you are creating a water-wise meadow, a "no-mow" lawn alternative, or a textured border, this grass offers a soft, blue-green shimmer that dances in the slightest breeze.
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<h3 data-line="7" id="📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Native Roots">📜 Historical Heritage &amp; Native Roots</h3>
Blue Grama is a cornerstone species of the North American Shortgrass Prairie. Its history is deeply intertwined with the landscape of the West, stretching from the Canadian provinces down to the Mexican highlands.
For centuries, it served as a vital forage grass for the massive herds of American Bison that once roamed the plains. During the Dust Bowl of the 1930s, Blue Grama became a hero of soil conservation; its dense, fibrous root system was one of the few things capable of holding the parched earth together against the punishing winds. It is so culturally significant to the American West that it has been designated the Official State Grass of both Colorado and New Mexico. To plant Blue Grama is to plant a piece of living Western history.
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<h3 data-line="14" id="✨ Product Highlights">✨ Product Highlights</h3>
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<li data-line="15">
Unique Aesthetics: Produces distinct, comb-like seed heads that stand at a jaunty angle, turning from green to a golden-tan in the fall.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Extreme Drought Tolerance: Once established, it requires very little supplemental water, making it a "must-have" for xeriscaping and sustainable gardens.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Versatile Habit: Can be left to grow into soft, tufted mounds or mowed periodically to create a low-input, drought-resistant lawn.</li>
<li data-line="18">
Wildlife Value: Provides essential nesting material for native birds and serves as a host plant for several species of skipper butterflies.</li>
<li data-line="19">
Year-Round Interest: The foliage turns a beautiful reddish-purple to bronze hue after the first frost, providing winter texture.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="23" id="🛠️ Quick Growth Profile">🛠️ Quick Growth Profile</h3>
<table data-line="24">
<thead data-line="24">
<tr data-line="24">
<th>Feature</th>
<th>Specifications</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody data-line="26">
<tr data-line="26">
<td>Plant Type</td>
<td>Perennial Native Grass (Warm Season)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="27">
<td>Height</td>
<td>12 to 18 inches (including seed heads)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="28">
<td>Hardiness Zones</td>
<td>3 through 10</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="29">
<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (6-8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="30">
<td>Soil Preference</td>
<td>Well-drained; thrives in sandy or rocky soils</td>
</tr>
<tr data-line="31">
<td>Water Needs</td>
<td>Low (Very drought-tolerant)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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<h3 data-line="35" id="🌱 How to Grow Blue Grama Grass">🌱 How to Grow Blue Grama Grass</h3>
1. When to Plant: Blue Grama is a warm-season grass, meaning it waits for the heat to wake up. Sow seeds in late spring or early summer once the soil is consistently warm (at least 65°F).
2. Sowing the Seeds:
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<li data-line="41">Prepare a weed-free seedbed.</li>
<li data-line="42">
Surface Sow: Scatter the seeds thinly and press them firmly into the soil, but do not bury them deep. They require light to germinate.</li>
<li data-line="43">
Raking: A very light raking or a dusting of sand is all that is needed to keep the seeds in place.</li>
</ul>
3. Establishment: Keep the area consistently moist for the first 2–3 weeks until germination occurs. Once the seedlings are a few inches tall, gradually reduce watering to encourage the roots to grow deep into the soil.
4. Maintenance &amp; Mowing:
<ul data-line="49">
<li data-line="49">
Meadow Look: Leave the grass untouched to enjoy the "eyelash" seed heads and fall color.</li>
<li data-line="50">
Lawn Look: If using as a turf alternative, mow only 2-3 times per year at a high setting (3–4 inches).</li>
<li data-line="51">
Fertilizing: Generally not required. Blue Grama thrives in "poor" soil; too much nitrogen can actually encourage weed competition.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 data-line="55" id="🎨 Garden Design Tip">🎨 Garden Design Tip</h3>
Blue Grama looks spectacular when backlit by the setting sun, which catches the horizontal seed heads. Pair it with other native wildflowers like Scarlet Sage, Purple Coneflower, or Black-Eyed Susans for a high-contrast, low-water pollinator paradise.
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Garden Tip: Blue Grama is an excellent choice for erosion control on slopes or banks where other grasses might struggle with dry, rocky conditions. 🏔️🌾
</blockquote>

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