Mammoth Sunflower, Organic
$3.25
The giant of all sunflowers with tall, thick stalks supporting huge heads that tower over the garden.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - This single-stemmed variety is a very fast and vigorous grower, perfect for creating living walls or fences, sunflower houses, kids' gardens and more. Also a great variety for edible seeds or feeding the birds. Towering plants are beloved by children, birds and bees.
Organic & Open-Pollinated
Food for birds and bees
Fun for kids
12' tall
Annual
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants.
Sow 1/2" - 1" Deep
Plant and Thin to 12" Apart
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 24-36" apart
Full Sun
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Marble Arch Salvia, Heirloom
$2.95
$3.25
Renee's Garden - Easy to grow, low maintenance, and both pest and disease-free, these easy-care flowers show off their vibrant flags of color in perfectly matched shades of intense indigo blue, rich rose, and pure white. Blooming hard throughout summer and fall, they strongly attract butterflies. Add to fresh bouquets or air dry for everlasting displays. Enjoy in the summer garden and/or grow in containers for beautiful color. Both deer and rabbits avoid these pretty plants.
Characteristics:
Heirloom
Attracts butterflies
Disease-free
Easy growing and low maintenance Vivid colors
Approx 120 seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds in a well-worked seedbed in full sun when all danger of frost is past and weather is warm and settled. Space seeds 4 to 5 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep, and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination in 10 to 20 days.
Plant in: April - June
Full sun
Plant 1/2 inch deep
Plant 4-5 inches apart
10-20 days to germinate
Mature Height: 2 feet
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Marvel of Peru Four O'Clocks Flower - 15th Century Heirloom
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Discovered by Conquistadors in the 16th century, Four O’Clocks, also known as Marvel of Peru, open their fragrant flowers in the late afternoon. Blooms range from white to magenta and attract hummingbird moths. A tender perennial, often grown as an annual, this species grows 2-3' tall and can self-sow.
Tender perennial/annual plants grow to 2-3 feet tall
A wide range of colors
Fragrant blossoms attract pollinators and birds
Great for ornamental plantings
25 Seeds
Instructions -Instructions - Sow seeds indoors just beneath the surface of the soil. Transplant outdoors after the last frost. Can also be direct-seeded outdoors after the last frost. Prefers average soil. Plant near a patio, door, or window to catch their heavenly scent. May self-seed in mild climates.
Sow 1/8" Deep
Germination 5-18 days
Thin 12-18" apart
Full Sun
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Mayo Indian Grain Amaranth, Mexican Heirloom, Organic
$3.25
$3.75
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Mayo Indian Grain Amaranth 90 days, from Sonora, Mexico, Very vigorous variety with sturdy stalks. Can reach 7-8 ft. tall in good conditions. Primarily used for grain or to make pinole and atole. The leaves may also be used like spinach. Black seeds. The stalks, leaf veins, and large seed heads are a beautiful maroon red, a bright contrast to the green foliage. Makes a nice ornamental as well. (Amaranthus cruentus)
Grain, Pinole, Atole, or as a green
Drought tolerant
Certified Organic
Heirloom
7-8' tall
~850 seeds, 1g
Instructions -
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Medium Red Sunflower, Organic
$3.45
$3.75
Beautiful blend of well-branched, red sunflowers ideal for cut flowers and gardens alike.
This lovely mix of red sunflowers offers some unique flair as the genetic mix presents a deep and romantic coloration that is hard to resist. Striking in the field or garden, the strong stalks make these colorful blooms an excellent choice for cut flower production. From our partners at DeBolster Seeds.
Characteristics:
Great cut flower
Gorgeous blend of red sunflowers
5-6' tall
Annual
Open-Pollinated
90 Days to Bloom
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Plant 6" Apart
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 24-36" apart
Light: Full Sun
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Memories of Mona's Cosmos, Organic
$2.99
$3.25
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 57 days. An extremely hardy, drought-resistant, brightly colored cosmos. Orange and red flowers range from solid deep red to bright orange, many with red borders and streaks. Flowers are 2-2½ in. wide. 6 ft. plants bear until frost. Small packet has about 52 seeds. Introduced 1998 by SESE. A red selection of Mona’s Orange developed by Dr. Jeff McCormack as a tribute to Mona Spangler. (Cosmos sulphureus)
Certified Organic
Short Season
Drought-resistant
From Small Farms
Up to 6' tall
Seed heads attract birds
Instructions - Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Prefers full sun. Tolerates partial shade, poor soils, and drought once established. For earlier blooms sow indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Or sow outdoors after all danger of frost. Plant 1/4” deep; thin to 12”-14” spacing. Deadhead to prolong blooming.
Full Sun
Plant 1/4" deep
12" - 14" spacing
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Mermaid's Dream Sweet Pea, Heirloom
$3.19
$3.39
Renee's Garden - We’ve made up a special color blend of very fragrant Mammoth heirloom sweet peas, selecting true blue, lavender, deep mauve & violet varieties, along with just the right proportion of cream flowers for contrast.
All the colors bloom together, with long stemmed, large blossoms richly scented with that special sweet pea fragrance that reminds us of orange blossoms and honey.
The rich shades of these lovely flowers make a beautiful garden display and stunning romantic bouquets for indoor enjoyment.
Characteristics:
Heirloom
Pollinators & Beneficials
Annual climbing vine
Spring/summer bloom
Frost tolerant
40-45 Seeds
Instructions - Sweet peas must have well-drained soil, so dig deeply and enrich with aged manure or compost before sowing seeds. Erect a well-anchored trellis, vertical netting, or other support for vines before planting. Sow seeds in full sun in cool early spring weather as early as the ground can be worked. In mild winter areas, where the ground does not freeze, seeds can also be planted in fall to form strong root systems, then overwinter to bloom strongly in spring. Plant sweet pea seeds 1 inch deep and 2 to 3 inches apart. When seedlings are 2 inches tall, thin them 4 to 5 inches apart, to allow plants room to mature.
Sweet peas bloom best before the weather gets too hot, so if spring planting, sow as soon as the ground can be worked. Where summer heat comes on fast, they’ll appreciate a spot with afternoon shade. Anchor supports well as vines will grow heavy with bloom. Protect seedlings from birds, slugs, and snails. Mulch and keep well watered. For the longest bloom, pick flowers often and keep faded blossoms cut.
Plant in: March-May for cold winters; September-March for mild winters
Full sun or part-day shade
Sow seeds 2-3" apart; 1" deep
Days to germinate: 12-28 days
Mature Height: 6-8 feet
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Mexican Sunflower, Organic
$3.45
$3.75
Gorgeous tall plants with bright orange, 3 daisy-like blooms are stunning.
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Native to Mexico and Central America, Mexican Sunflower plants tolerate poor, dry soils, but will thrive in any climate. Vigorous, tall plants are easy to harvest for cut flowers. Flowers are extremely attractive to bees and butterflies. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering. A just a fun fact that these really are not sunflowers! Tithonia Rotundifolio
Characteristics:
Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated
Heat and drought tolerant
Attracts butterflies
4-6' Tall
85 Days, will bloom until frost
Annual
1/32 oz approx.
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after the last frost. keep moist until they germinate, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers.
Sow 1/4" Deep
Germination 10-20 days
Thin 6-12" apart
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Mexican Tulip Poppy, Giant Golden Cups - Heirloom Butterfly Poppy
$3.25
Mexican Tulip Poppy - Also called Giant Golden Cups, this wonderful poppy-like heirloom offers delicate 3 inch flower cups that glisten in the sun and resemble satiny butter yellow tulips. Plants grow1 1/2 to 2 feet tall with finely cut, blue-green foliage. Flowers have straight stems and are perfect for long lasting fresh bouquets. Mexican Tulip Poppies are lovely planted in groups or drifts where their eye-catching silky yellow flowers provide pools of glowing color. Hunnemannia fumarifolia
Characteristics:
Yellow Blossoms
Re-seeding annual
Tolerates poor soil
1-2' tall
.65 grams (~130 seeds)
Instructions - This poppy like flower is a hardy annual preferring full sun, well-drained sandy soil. It will do well in poor soils so do not fertilize. Direct seed in fall for early summer blooms in zones 7-10, plant in spring for late summer blooms in all zones. The plant will be reseeded, but it is also helpful to gather some seeds to replant next year. Poppies can be started indoors as transplants but direct seeding is best and HIGHLY Recommended
Direct Seed 1/4" deep
Germination 10-15 days
Thin 8-10" apart
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Milkmaid Nasturtium Flower
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - This is the closest to white of any nasturtium available to gardeners, unique within the genus. Many years of selection have gone into producing this pale-cream to yellowish-white variety. A great conversation piece in any garden. Plants climb 6' or more with proper support. Hardy annual.
Characteristics:
Hardy annual plants grow to 10-14 inches tall
Yellow-white blossoms
Flowers are edible
Grows well in containers
25 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors one week after last frost. Plants prefer average moist soil. Water during dry spells, but do not fertilize, as this will promote more foliage than flowers.
Sow 1/4" Deep
Germination 5-21 days
Thin 6-12" apart
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Mixed Bachelor's Buttons Flower
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - (Lagurus ovatus) For those who cannot stand to just have one color of Bachelor’s Buttons! Plants will bloom throughout the season, great for mass plantings. Extensive range of colors. Long stems are excellent for cutting. Self-seeding hardy annual, grows 2-3' tall.
Annual plants grow to 2-3 feet tall
A mix of purple, pink, white, and blue flowers
Blooms throughout the season
Self-seeding
Great for cut flower arrangements
250 Seeds per packet
Instructions: Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors in the early spring when the soil is still cool and light frost is possible. Can also be sown in the fall just before the ground freezes. Plants will tolerate poor soil. Good cutting flower.
Direct Seed: 1/8" deep
Germination: 7-15 Days
Plant Outdoors: 6-12” Apart
Light: Full Sun
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Mixed Colors Broomcorn Sorghum Heirloom Seeds
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - A type of sorghum traditionally used in broom-making. A diverse mix of varieties in many colors. Includes Apache Red, Texas Black Amber, Tennessee Red, Nicaraguan Broom, Iowa Red, Hadley Kidd, Moyer Sonnen, Sattie Museum, Moyer Jensen Gold, Hungarian Red, and Black, Ramirez South Chile, and Kepley. Gorgeous in floral arrangements. 100-110 days. ±1,200 seeds/oz.
Characteristics:
A mix of many varieties in multiple colors
Nice addition to floral arrangements
100-110 days
100 seeds per packet
This variety will grow well in most regions of the United States but prefers a long, frost-free growing season.
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors 1" deep after danger of frost has passed. For good pollination and full ears, plant in blocks of 3-6 rows instead of one long row. Thin seedlings to 8" apart. Corn is a heavy feeder and does best in well-drained fertile soil with plenty of water.
Direct Seed: 4" Apart
Germination: 4-21 Days
Rows Apart: 36-48"
Light: Full Sun
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Mona's Orange Cosmos, Organic
$2.99
$3.25
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Mona's Orange Cosmos was introduced in 1990 by SESE. It is a Family heirloom from Southern California. It takes 59 days to bloom a radiant orange, mostly single-petalled bloom.
Certified Organic
Family Heirloom
Especially well-suited to the South-East
From Small Farms
Edible petals
Seed heads attract birds
Instructions - Annual. Germination: 14 days, 70 degrees F. Prefers full sun. Tolerates partial shade, poor soils, and drought once established. For earlier blooms sow indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Or sow outdoors after all danger of frost. Plant 1/4” deep; thin to 12”-14” spacing. Deadhead to prolong blooming.
Full Sun
Plant 1/4" deep
12" - 14" spacing
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Mongolian Giant Sunflower, Organic
$3.25
$3.75
The Seed Savers Exchange - (H. annuus) One of the largest-seeded varieties available to gardeners, seeds up to 1½" long. Great for eating. Plants can grow 12-14' tall with gigantic yellow heads reaching 16-18" across! Annual, 90 days.
Characteristics:
Organic
Annual flowers with edible seeds
Plants grow to 12-14 feet tall
Flower heads grow to 16-18 inches across
Seeds grow to 1.5 inches long
90 days
25 seeds per packet
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after last frost. Sunflowers prefer full sun to light shade and well-drained rich soil. Provide support for tall plants.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Plant 6" Apart
Germination 10-14 days
Plant 24-36" apart
Light: Full Sun
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Moonflower
$3.45
$3.95
The Seed Savers Exchange - Beautiful 5-6" blossoms are closed all day until sunset when the flowers open, releasing one of the most fragrant perfumes in the summer garden. Frequently visited by night pollinators. Annual in the North, perennial in milder areas. Vines 8-12' tall, if given proper support. Although frequently visited by hummingbird moths, the plants, seeds, and foliage of this variety are all poisonous—please use caution.
Characteristics:
Annual vining plants grow up to 12 feet tall
Perennial plant in southern/warm climates
White blossoms are up to 6 inches and open at night
Extremely fragrant and attracts pollinators
50 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost. Keep moist while germinating. Seeds can be slightly chipped and soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting for better results. Prefers full sun and moist average soil.
Sow 1/2" Deep
Germination 5-21 days
Thin 4-6" apart
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Please note: The Arizona Department of Agriculture prohibits the sale of any plant in the genus of Ipomoea, which includes Moonflower.