Spring Planting Specialty Bulbs

Picotee Cafe is a beautiful color that is yellow, rusts, gold and pumpkins, with pink edges.  It is a new variety and we did not find any pictures but the coloration incredible so we decided to order some and are forcing blooms as we speak.  You can email us and we can share the image from our grower.  Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 12-16" tall  USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Pink and Yellow Blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

Oxalis 'Iron Cross' is grown for not only its happy, abundant flowers but for its green and maroon leaves.  It adds color and contrast and is happy just about anywhere in the garden including containers!  This plant will work hard for you.  USDA Zones 7-11 Late Spring through Fall Full Sun (some partial sun is ok) Bloom Color: Dark Pink Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, or Containers 6-12” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 1-2" inches deep.  Space each bulb 4-6" apart. This plant is helpful in covering up many of the early spring foliage that doesn't always looks so nice.  Our next arrival from our growers is early December, with time to plant in pots and then transplant outside. Reserve yours today as they are about halfway sold. 

Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 12-16" tall  USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Bright Yellow Blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

Our Peruvian Daffodil or Hymenocallis 'Festalis' - is a beautiful plant for borders, beds and containers. It loves the sun or light shade, it doesn't mind its feet to be wet unlike other bulbs, and blooms all summer long with its delicate (but tough) white flowers.  USDA Zones 8-10 (Lift and raise for colder climates in the fall and store for the winter) Blooms all Summer flowering  Full Sun to Partial Sun Bloom Color: White Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Containers 24-30” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 3” inches deep. Space each bulb 18" apart. Plant after all danger of frost.

Firefly Farm & Mercantile's Pastel Mixture is a combination of pinks and white shaded blossoms. These are Jumbo sized bulbs, hence the price and quantity are slighly different. We are excited to offer this new flower mix!  Double flowering giants measuring 4-5" across.  Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butteflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 12-16" tall  USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 12-16" tall  USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Purple blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

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 native to a large area of the U.S prairies and grasslands. The species 'Spicata' is a great nectar and pollen source.  USDA Zones 2-9  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. 

Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 24" tall with 4" Blooms USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Merlot blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

Crocosmia Emily McKenzie (Montbretia) provides an abundance of blooms on graceful  but tough branches with minimal effort.  Hummingbirds love the blossoms.  They are not bothered by deer and other wildlife.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 6-9 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 20-23" tall  USDA Zones 6-9 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in summer Full Sun to Partial Shade Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Deer and rodent resistant Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Crinum should be planted 3" and space 6-8" apart. Water after planting.  

'George Davidson' Crocosmia are easy to care for and are dependable bloomers year after year. Tall stalks loaded with bloom will attract hummingbirds and butterflies alike. Our 'George Davidson' Crocosmia will provide an abundance of yellow blooms that will add smiles to your garden. USDA Zones 5-9 (Lift and raise for colder climates in the fall) Summer flowering  Bloom Duration: 6-8 weeks Full Sun (partial sun the warmer zones) Bloom Color: Yellow Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, & Cut Gardens.  24-48” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 4” inches deep with the bulb (corm) pointing up. Space each bulb 4-6" apart. Well drained soil is essential. Plant after all danger of frost. Even in Zone 5, they should get some protection in winter especially their first year.

Ranunculus are a favorite bride's flowers and yet gardeners shy away from these very easy flowers.  You simply treat them as begonia but for full sun conditions. They are exceptional in garden beds and stunning in containers. The blooms are full and the foliage is lush. The blossoms are adored by bees and butterflies.  They are hardy to USDA Zones 8-10 only and will be need to be lifted or protected in other climates.  Characteristics 12-16" tall  USDA Zones 8-10 (Hardy in these zones, lift and store in winter in other zones) Blooms in spring for Zones 8-10, and in mind to late summer for all other zones.  You can start in containers earlier in the season or simply enjoy them as they bloom.  Full Sun Gold blooms Additional Information Great for Borders, Cutting Gardens, and Containers Ships starting in mid to late March Key Planting Tips Plant 2-3" Deep, 4-6" apart.  Water when planted and keep them watered throughout their growing season. 

Anemone Coronaria 'De Caen Mixture' Anemones are very rewarding in the garden for their long blooming period in Spring. They make excellent cut flowers lasting up to 10 days, for this reason they are hit with florists.  USDA Zones 7-11 Starts in mid-spring when established. They will bloom with 90 days of planting their first year. Bloom Duration: up to 10 weeks Cold Hardy Full Sun to Full Shade Bloom Color: Reds, Pinks, Whites, Purples, Blues Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, or Cut Gardens 10” tall Key Planting Tips Soak the corns so that they almost double in size.  I like to leave he water on a slight trickle to encourage oxygen in the water. Plant in full sun to full shade, 3" inches deep. Space each bulb 4-6" apart.  Water deeply the first time and then do not water until leaves break the surface. 

Anemone Blanda Blue Shades - Grecian Windflower Grecian windflowers will create a carpet of color for you in a short period of time. They are at home in filtered sun and often planted in beds with Daffodils or Tulips. They are very rewarding plants and can be used in borders, rock gardens or natural settings.  USDA Zones 4-7  Mid-Spring flowering  Bloom Duration: 3-6 weeks Cold Hardy Partial Sun  Bloom Color: Purple, Blue hues Additional Information Great for Naturalizing, Mass Planting, Borders, or Cut Gardens 4-6” tall Key Planting Tips Plant in full sun to partial shade, 2-3" inches deep. Space each bulb 4-6" apart.  Water deeply the first time and then do not water until leaves break the surface.