Firefly Farm & Mercantile Packed Seeds

Purple Top Vervain or Purple Top Verbena Flower Seeds, 1725 Heirloom

Purple Top Vervain or Purple Top Verbena Flower, 1725 Heirloom from $3.00 $3.95

Excellent pollinator and butterfly flower. Each packet will contain around 500 seeds. Brought to England from South America around 1725. Endless purple flowers sit above strong stems with dark green leaves all summer and into early fall. Thrives in warm dry soil, very easy to grow. Great for borders where height is needed. Tender perennial, typically grown as an annual, 3-4' tall. Botanical name: Verbena bonariensis or aka Purple Top Characteristics: Self-seeding annual plants grow to 3-4 feet tall Purple flowers are tolerant of light frosts Easy to grow, thrive in dry soil Great for use in border plantings or as a cut flower This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States and can be grown as a tender perennial in warm climates. 1/10th gram or about 500 seeds per packet Instructions: Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Seed is slow to germinate and sensitive to excess moisture. Plant out after the danger of frost has passed in late spring. Makes an excellent cut flower. Start Indoors: 8-12 weeks before the last frost Germination: 14-28 Days Plant Outdoors: 18-24” Apart Light: Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute suppliers based on availability

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Red Kuri Winter Squash, Organic $3.25 $3.75

We are packing this one as it wasn’t available anywhere for us to sell retail packets. It will be available under our Firefly Farm & Mercantile label 15 Seeds will be included in every packet. The seed is sourced from High Mowing Organic Seeds - Teardrop-shaped, striking red-orange squash from Japan. Also known as Baby Red Hubbard or Orange Hokkaido, this variety has smooth, sweet, dry orange flesh. Reliable yields even in cool climates with short growing seasons. Improved HMOS strain with greater uniformity than others. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Reliable in short seasons 3-4 lbs Vining habit Instructions - Plants need loose, fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of nitrogen and a pH of 5.8-6.8. Fertilize seedlings with fish emulsion if the leaves are yellow. Days to maturity are from direct seeding, subtract 2 weeks if transplanting. Winter squash has a long season, requiring 90-120 frost-free days to reach maturity, so it is usually transplanted in northern climates. It can also be directly seeded once the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures reach 70°F. Start transplants indoors 3-4 weeks before the last risk of frost. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85-95°F. Plant 1/2-1" deep Plant Spacing: For bush varieties 18-24”, for vining 24-36” Row Spacing: for bush, semi-bush and short vine types is 6’, for vigorous vining types use 9’. Plants can also be planted in hills of 3-5 plants in rows 3-5’ apart Harvest & Storage: Harvest when fruits are full size and have a deep rich color and hard rinds that can’t be easily dented with a fingernail. Changing the color of the “ground spot” from yellow to cream, gold or orange is another general indicator of ripeness. To harvest, cut the stem at least 2” from the fruit: a short or broken stem can lead to rot. Cure after harvest by keeping in a warm, dry location for a few days then. Store at 50-55°F with 55-75% relative humidity and good air circulation. Delicata and acorn squash do not need curing, but will not store as long as other varieties. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Saltwort, Traditional Japanese Herb $4.25

Saltwort is a native found in the salt marshes of Japan but adapts well to any garden. The leaves are crunchy and are irresistible. Okahijiki is how this is referred to in Japan. It can be eaten in salads, steamed or even eaten as a microgreen. It is highly nutrious. Salsola komarovii Characteristics: Japanese Culinary Herb 200 Seeds Firefly Farm & Mercantile Packet 15 days for microgreens and 50 days for mature planting Instructions -Sow directly in spring to summer. Sow to a depth of 1/8" to 1/4" and place 1 seed every inch or so and rows should spaced 12-18". No thinning is needed. Sow 1/8" deep Germination 5-14 days

Sand Dropseed- Native from $3.00

Sand Dropseed Grass- is a warm-season grass and is a dominant species for shortgrass prairies, forest edges, meadows, along creeks and streams and is native throughout most of the United States. It is very drought tolerant and is ideal in garden landscapes, prairie restoration, xeriscaping. It provides excellent cover for bees and small birds. In winter it does go dormant and will turn brown but by late spring into summer it will remain green even in the driest conditions. It is as home in the south as it is in the north. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3. Sporobolus cryptandrus Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial 2-3 foot tall clumps Prefers sandy soils, does well in loams Erosion control plantings 5,000 Seeds per packet, .5 grams will cover 15 sq ft densely, 1 oz will cover 1,300 sq ft densely. 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

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Sandberg Bluegrass- Rocky Mountain Native from $3.00 $3.95

Sandberg Bluegrass is a cool-season native bunchgrass that grows without rhizomes. It is found in the Rocky Mountain corridor and grows inelevations up to 9,000 ft. It is 12-14" tall, withstands drought, but with enough rain it will stay green all summer. This is the most dominant bluegrass in Utah and the surrounding states. Animals depend on this grass for forage and cover throughout the year. Recommended for prairie plantings, xeriscape gardens and lawns and as a component of wildlife forage mixes. It is ideal for areas with sagebrush and mountain shrub communities. It is good for forage when planted alongside other similiar habitat grasses. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3. Botanical Name: Poa secunda, Poa Sandbergii Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial 1-1.5' in height Native grass 1000 Seeds per packet, 1/2 gram, will cover 15 sq ft with no plants or 150 sq ft with other grasses, 1 oz will cover 705 sq ft, or 7,500 sq ft with other grasses. Instructions - Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed at all times of the year soil can be worked. 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

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Showy Milkweed - Prairie Native from $3.00 $3.95

Showy Milkweed is a long lived perennial that is an important host plant for monarchs, and a rich nectar source for many pollintors. Showy Milkweed forms large and dense patches as the it spreads by seed and roots. It is an excellent plant ofr prairies, areas where you want to help wildlife with minimal upkeep. This is native to the central and western United States. USDA Zones 3-8. grows to 2-4' Botanical name: Asclepias speciosa Characteristics: Perennial and hardy to zone 3 Plants grow to 4' tall Prefers well-drained loams, wet areas and rain gardens Blooms in June and July Preferred food source of Monarch caterpillars .9g or ~90 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in flats 1/4" deep, moisten the soil, cover with plastic, and refrigerate for 10 days. Thereafter, provide light and 50-75°F. This moist stratification is not absolutely necessary but will help to increase germination. Start Indoors - 8-10 weeks before the last frost Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-15 days Plant 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Sideoats Grama Grass- Prairie Native from $3.00 $3.95

Sideoats Grama Grass is a warm-season native bunchgrass that can be found in the throughout most of North America. It is easy to tell it from other grasses as all the seeds hang just from one side. Sideoats Grama grass prefers full sun. This grass can be used in meadows, prairies, beds, borders and be part of a forage mix. It is also popualr in xeriscaping applications. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 4, can be found in zones 4-9 and prefers drier soils. Botanical Name: Bouteloua curtipendula Characteristics: Hardy to zone 4, perennial 2' in height Winter interest 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 Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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Southeast Native Grass Seed Mixture from $6.99

Southeast Native Grass Seed Mixture This mixture of warm and cool-season grasses grows to a height of 24 to 48 inches. Contains Little Bluestem, Virginia Wildrye, Purpletop and Broomsedge. Can be combined with flower seeds to create a colorful meadow. We recommend the Southeast Flower Mix or the Southeast Native Flower Mix. Seeding Rates: 1lb will seed 2,750sq ft for grasses only 1lb will seed 5,500sq ft when planted with flowers too 1 Acre with Grass Only - 15 lbs per care 1 Acre with Flowers - 7 lbs per acre 1 oz packets will do 170 sq ft of grass, 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 340 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

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Southern Plains Native Grass Seed Mixture from $5.99

Southern Plains Native Grass Seed Mixture his mixture of warm and cool-season grasses grows to a height of 12 to 36 inches. Contains Blue Grama, Sideoats Grama, Buffalo Grass, Little Bluestem, Prairie Junegrass and Sand Dropseed. Can be combined with flower seeds to create a colorful meadow – we recommend the High Plains Native Wildflower Mix. Seeding Rates: 1lb will seed 4,350 sq ft for grasses only 1lb will seed 7,700 sq ft when planted with flowers too 1 Acre with Grass Only - 10 lbs per care 1 Acre with Flowers - 5 lbs per acre 1 oz packets will do 270 sq ft of grass, 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 550 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

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Southwest Native Grass Seed Mixture from $5.99

Southwest Native Grass Seed Mixture This mixture of warm and cool-season grasses grows to a height of 12 to 36 inches. Contains Sideoats Grama, Blue Grama, Idaho Fescue, Indian Ricegrass and Sand Dropseed. Can be combined with flower seeds to create a colorful meadow – we recommend the Southwest Mix or the Southwest Native Mix. Seeding Rates: 1lb will seed 5,200 sq ft for grasses only 1lb will seed 10,500 sq ft when planted with flowers too 1 Acre with Grass Only - 8 lbs per care 1 Acre with Flowers - 4 lbs per acre 1 oz packets will do 325 sq ft of grass, 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 650 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

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Spotted Joe Pye Weed - Native from $3.00

Spotted Joe Pye Weed is a one often preferred for gardnes that its relative, Joe Pye Weed, as it is half the size coming up 4-6'. It loves the moist to wet soils inlcuding clay, loam or sand. It is one again that is underserving of weed in its name as its not aggressvie in seeding out. It does grow into large clumps that are able to be divided depsite the deep roots it sends out. This is a must for any butterfly, pollinator or wildlife garden as it attracts numerous amounts of butteflies, bees and pollinators. Bumblebees will use this for cover so if you are workign on helping rare bumblee species, this is a good plant that should be part of your plan. It's native range is the Midwest, but due to its non-aggressive nature it has been introduced in gardens and restoration projects across much of the the United States. Most gardeners will divide this to increase its numbers or collect seed to moist stratify. Botanical Names: Eutrochium maculatum USDA Zones 3-7, some success to zones 8 Mid-Summer flowering 6' stalks Bloom Duration: All Summer Cold Hardy Full Sun (some partial sun is ok) 1 packet will cover 50 sq ft, 1/2 oz covers 1000 ft Bloom Color: Red-Pink Key Planting Tips 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 to partial sun

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Stevia Herb $4.50 $6.60

Nature's sweetner - Every leaf has the sweetness of that Stevia is known for but since it is not an extract it is not as sweet. Many will dry this herb and crush into a powder to use to naturally sweeten drinks and dishes. The FDA has approved its use as a dietary supplement. A sub-tropical plant that is cold sensitive at 50°F. Characteristics: Grown as an annual Plants grow to 3 feet tall Long, thin green leaves Leaves have a sweet flavor 20 seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors on the surface of the soil. Keep indoors until nighttime temperatures are consistently above 50°F. May then be transplanted outdoors or into pots. Prefers well-drained soil—do not overwater. Can be grown year-round in pots if given proper care. Start Indoors: 8-12 weeks before the last frost Germination: 7-21 Days Plant Outdoors: 8-12” Apart Light: Sun/Partial Shade Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Switchgrass 'Blackwell' Grass- Prairie Native (South) from $3.00 $3.95

Switchgrass 'Blackwell' 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 Blackwell cultivar is from the Blackwell, Oklahoma. It is a vigorous cultivar. 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. Ideally you like to choose cultivars closer to your region and this would be one for the southern climates but is hardy to zone 3 none the less. 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 250 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.

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Switchgrass 'Dacotah' Grass- Prairie Native (North) from $3.00 $3.95

Switchgrass 'Dacotah' 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 North 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.

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Tallgrass Native Grass Seed Mixture from $3.75

Tallgrass Native Grass Seed Mixture This mixture of warm season grasses grows to a height of 24 to 96 inches. Best for moderate to moister sites. Contains Big Bluestem, Little Bluestem, Indiangrass and Switchgrass. Can be combined with flower mixes to create lovely prairies and meadows. We recommend our native regional flower mixes for your area. For elevations below 6,000 feet. Seeding Rates: 1lb will seed 3,600sq ft for grasses only 1lb will seed 7,200 when planted with flowers too 1 Acre with Grass Only - 12lbs per care 1 Acre with Flowers - 6lbs per acre 1 oz packets will do 225 sq ft of grass, 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 450 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. Cool season grasses will germinate for all of the growing season while wam season's will germinate when conditions are right. Sow 1/4" deep Germination 10-20 days

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Texas Bluebonnet, Native, Hardy to Zone 4, Lupine family from $3.00 $3.50

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 take care and hardy to 85% of the United States, USDA Zones 4-8. 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 Hardy to zone 4, Zones 4-8 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

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Western Native Grass Seed Mixture from $4.50

Western Native Grass Seed Mixture This mixture of native grasses grows to a height of 12 to 36 inches. Contains Bluebunch Wheatgrass, Idaho Fescue, Indian Ricegrass, Sand Dropseed, Sandberg Bluegrass, Galleta and Junegrass. Can be combined with flower seeds to create a colorful meadow – we recommend the Western Flower Mix or the Intermountain Native Flower Mix. For elevations below 6,000 feet. Seeding Rates: 1lb will seed 6,200 sq ft for grasses only 1lb will seed 12,500 sq ft when planted with flowers too 1 Acre with Grass Only - 7 lbs per care 1 Acre with Flowers - 3 lbs per acre 1 oz packets will do 375 sq ft of grass, 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 750 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

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Western Pollinator Seed Mixture from $3.50

Western Pollinator Seed Mixture The Western Pollinator Mix contains native wildflowers for pollinator conservation in the western United States and southwest Canada. The eastern planting boundary would be a line straight south from the eastern borders of North and South Dakota. It contains a balanced blend of native annuals and perennials that provide nectar and pollen throughout the growing season. If you have specific mix requirements for pollinator habitat conservation projects, please contact us regarding a custom mix for your area. Flowers: Narrow Leaved Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis), Baby Blue Eyes (Nemophila menziesii), Blanketflower (Gaillardia aristata), California Bluebell (Phacelia campanularia), California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Clarkia (Clarkia unguiculata), Crown Tickseed (Coreopsis nuecensis), Dwarf Godetia (Clarkia amoena), Dwarf Helenium (Helenium amarum), Fleabane Daisy (Erigeron speciosus), Globe Gilia (Gilia capitata), Golden Aster (Heterotheca villosa), Lacy Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia), Lewis Flax (Linum lewisii), Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria), Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera), Rocky Mountain Beeplant (Cleome serrulata), Rocky Mountain Penstemon (Penstemon strictus), Showy Goldeneye (Heliomeris multiflora), Utah Sweetvetch (Hedysarum boreale), Yellow Lupine (Lupinus microcarpus densiflorus) Seeding Rates: 5 oz for 1,000sq ft 7-14lbs per acre (depends on density of existing plantings) 1 Acre with Grass - 7 lbs per acre 1 Acre with Flowers - 14 lbs per acre 1 oz packets when planted with flowers it will do 200 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

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Wheatgrass, 'Bluebunch'- Native Western Grass from $3.00 $3.95

Bluebunch Wheatgrass is a cool-season native bunchgrass that has a very strong root system. It is a western native and often found in the mountain and high elevations but grows throughout the entire range. Bluebunch Wheatgrass has a very deep and wide root system and is great for erosion control, natural restoration, gardens and home gardens. It can be used for forage for livestock and wildlife. This is a very hardy perennial and easily survives down to USDA Zone 3. It can be found zones 3-10. Botanical Name: Pseuoroegneria spicata Characteristics: Hardy to zone 3, perennial 48" in height Native grass 300 Seeds per packet, 1 gram, will cover 15 sq ft with no plants or 150 sq ft with other grasses, 1 oz will cover 2,000 sq ft, or 5,000 sq ft with other grasses. Instructions - Seeds can also be directly sown into a weed-free seedbed at all times of the year soil can be worked. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

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White Prairie Clover from $3.00 $3.75

White Prairie Clover - A less frequent flowering clover but no less hardy. It adds diversity to your landscape and wildlife plantings. 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 candida Characteristics: Perennial Hardy to zone 3 Plant heigh is 1-3' tall White 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

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