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Novelty scabiosa-type blooms.
2–2 1/2" fully double, semidouble, and approximately 20% single flowers. Unique salmon color with cream-to-rose petals and a distinct dark eye. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season.
Specs:
Plant Height: 24–30"
2.5” pot
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
HARVEST:
Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.
USES:
Taller varieties make excellent cut flowers. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Zinnia spp.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Airy cut-flower filler.
The airy flower plumes add sparkle to bouquets and landscapes. A productive filler for bouquets, and a carefree bedding plant. For cut-flower production, keep harvested for second and subsequent flushes of stems.
Specs:
Plant Height: 24–32"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-32".
PLANT SPACING:
10-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
When flower spikes are fully opened.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Well-drained soil.
USES:
Excellent cut flower. Filler or textural element in bouquets and mixed containers.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Panicum elegans
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past (or taken a good pic). product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Soft, furry plumes are perfect for drying.
Charming, annual ornamental grass grown for its fuzzy, "bunny tail" blooms. 1 1/2–2" long oval, woolly blooms resemble a rabbit's tail. Flowers sit well above a clump of compact, light green grass. Very easy to dry. Holds well when dried; accepts dye readily. Developing flower heads are light green, maturing creamy white to soft wheat in color. Also known as bunny tail grass and rabbit tail grass.
Specs:
Plant Height: 12–24"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
20-28".
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Zones 8-10.
HARVEST:
Fresh cut or dried – Harvest just before seed heads shed pollen and are still light-green in color. Seed heads harvested once they have shed pollen tend to shatter.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average to light, porous soil.
USES:
Excellent fresh cut flower. May be dried. Charming naturalistic or mixed grass plantings. Effective planted in masses, tubs, and containers.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Lagurus ovatus
ALTERNATE NAMES:
Bunny tail grass, rabbit tail grass
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past (or taken a good pic). product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Unusual textural cut flower.
Small pale blue blossoms on wiry stems transform into highly decorative bronze-colored geometric and globe-shaped seed heads. Plants are grown primarily for the papery seed pods, which are useful for both fresh and dried bouquets. Also known as drumstick flower.
Specs:
Plant Height: 28–36"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-36". Plant supports (such as Hortonova used as a horizontal trellis) are required.
PLANT SPACING:
9-15".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Scabiosa atropurpurea: Flowers almost fully open. Scabiosa stellata: Fresh-cut or dried: Harvest when seed heads are light green with dark-bronze edges and the star-shaped centers are just turning black. If harvested after the centers have fully turned, or begun to fall out, the seed head will shatter and will not be useful.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Rich, well-drained soil.
USES:
Excellent cut flower. Back of beds and borders.
Scabiosa atropurpurea, Scabiosa stellata
Mourning bride, drumstick flower
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Rose bracts surround a creamy, glowing center—creating a luminous, dusky-rose bloom. Opalescent color shifts in the petals make us think of sparkling sequins. When comparing the bloom colors of Sequin (G. haageana) and Raspberry Cream (G. globosa), Sequin's flower color is lighter and warmer. Sequin's uniform plant is consistent with other G. haageana types: open plants branch from the base and contain few leaves; stems are tall and slender; and blooms are 1 1/2" in diameter. A perfect accent flower for tying together cool or warm color palettes. As a dried flower, Sequin's color holds well; petals lighten only slightly, and the bloom center deepens into light rose. PVP pending.
Specs:
Plant Height: 18–28"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
18-28".
PLANT SPACING:
6-12". No pinching or support is necessary.
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Fresh: Harvest when flowers are in color but before fully open. Dried: Harvest when flowers are completely open; hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Any soil with good drainage.
USES:
Cut flower or bedding plant.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Gomphrena spp.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product in bloom it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past (or gotten a decent photo). product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Apricot-rose blooms on long stems.
Tall, vigorous, densely branching plants. Delicate single blooms have a slightly ruffled edge and glow in shades of blush, apricot, and rose. We have observed variation in bloom color: some flowers are lighter in color, while some express more rose than apricot. The 2 1/2–3" blooms are not as full or uniform as we would like. Still, we appreciate the variety for its productive plants and its ability to unify warm and cool hues in arrangements.
Specs:
Plant Height: 36–48"
2.5” pot
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. Tall varieties may benefit from some wind protection, such as Hortonova, used as horizontal support.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12". Wider spacing creates stronger, thicker stems.
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Petals just opening, but not yet flattened. Deadheading is required to have blooms all summer.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Any soil.
USES:
Excellent cut flowers. Beds, containers, and mass plantings.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
New! Unique, popular apricot and coral shades.
Similar to QIS Apricot. Productive plants yield 1 1/2–3" flower clusters on strong stems in the field or greenhouse. Statice is long-lasting for both fresh and dried bouquets. One of the best choices for a dried floral as it holds its color well and is easy to dry. Also known as wavyleaf sea lavender.
Specs:
Plant Height: 18–28"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-30".
PLANT SPACING:
8-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Fresh or dried: When the individual flowers are mostly open and showing color. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Rich, well-drained soil.
USES:
Excellent for fresh and dried cut flowers.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Productive plants produce 1 1/2–3" flower clusters on strong stems in the field or greenhouse. Statice is long-lasting for both fresh and dried bouquets. One of the best choices for a dried floral as it holds its color well and is easy to dry. Also known as wavyleaf sea lavender.
Specs:
Plant Height: 24–30"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-30".
PLANT SPACING:
8-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Fresh or dried: When the individual flowers are mostly open and showing color. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Rich, well-drained soil.
USES:
Excellent for fresh and dried cut flowers.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Profuse bloomers for fresh or dried arrangements.
Tall, well-branched plants produce dark wine (almost black) flowers 2–2 1/2" across. Fully open blooms reveal contrasting fiery-orange center. Long stems and very long-lasting cut, field (past frost) and dried flowers. Attract a diversity of pollinators.
Specs:
Plant Height: 36–40"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
36-40". May require some support.
PLANT SPACING:
10-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
STEM LENGTH:
12-20".
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
70-75°F (21-24°C).
HARVEST:
Keep blooms harvested or deadheaded for optimal yields. Fresh or dried: Cut when 2-3 layers of petals have unfolded but before flowers fully open to reveal center. Note: Blooms that are very open, past optimal maturity, will close in the dark of night and on dark, overcast days. These blooms can appear as if they are at the at a good stage for cutting, though they are overmature. To avoid these misleading blooms, harvest on bright mornings or let your harvested blooms set in light for a few hours. Overmature blooms should open back up for identification and discard. Avoiding overmature blooms is especially important if being used for drying as blooms continue to open during the drying process. When dried, overmature blooms will shatter (fall apart) and appear discolored.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Profuse bloomers for fresh or dried arrangements.
The strawflower name does not disappoint; these flowers really do appear like colored straw. Double blooms 2"–2 ½" across in rose, salmon, yellow, gold, scarlet, red, silver, and white. An everlasting cut flower, the stiff, papery bracts never wilt! Swiss Giants are extra-large, double blooms on long stems in many delightfully bright shades; great for borders and attracting pollinators. Plants thrive in heat and tolerate drought. Attract a diversity of pollinators.
Specs:
Plant Height: 36–40"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
36-40". May require some support.
PLANT SPACING:
10-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
STEM LENGTH:
12-20".
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
70-75°F (21-24°C).
HARVEST:
Keep blooms harvested or deadheaded for optimal yields. Fresh or dried: Cut when 2-3 layers of petals have unfolded but before flowers fully open to reveal center. Note: Blooms that are very open, past optimal maturity, will close in the dark of night and on dark, overcast days. These blooms can appear as if they are at the at a good stage for cutting, though they are overmature. To avoid these misleading blooms, harvest on bright mornings or let your harvested blooms set in light for a few hours. Overmature blooms should open back up for identification and discard. Avoiding overmature blooms is especially important if being used for drying as blooms continue to open during the drying process. When dried, overmature blooms will shatter (fall apart) and appear discolored.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Profuse bloomers for fresh or dried arrangements.
Tall, well-branched plants produce double flowers 2–2 1/2" across. This variety is also known as Pomegranate or Bright Rose. Also known as bracted strawflower. Long stems and very long-lasting cut, field (past frost) and dried flowers. Attract a diversity of pollinators.
Specs:
Plant Height: 36–40"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
36-40". May require some support.
PLANT SPACING:
10-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
STEM LENGTH:
12-20".
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
70-75°F (21-24°C).
HARVEST:
Keep blooms harvested or deadheaded for optimal yields. Fresh or dried: Cut when 2-3 layers of petals have unfolded but before flowers fully open to reveal center. Note: Blooms that are very open, past optimal maturity, will close in the dark of night and on dark, overcast days. These blooms can appear as if they are at the at a good stage for cutting, though they are overmature. To avoid these misleading blooms, harvest on bright mornings or let your harvested blooms set in light for a few hours. Overmature blooms should open back up for identification and discard. Avoiding overmature blooms is especially important if being used for drying as blooms continue to open during the drying process. When dried, overmature blooms will shatter (fall apart) and appear discolored.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
This little beauty is a big improvement over seed grown strains. It branches freely, and is more heat tolerant and mildew resistant than older cultivars. It is vegetatively propagated and patented so propagation is prohibited.
Some folks find them finicky while others have great success, and I don't know the exact combination of conditions that make them thrive.
Plugs sourced from Farmer Bailey/Grow ‘n Sell and then lovingly grown to have a larger root ball filling a 2.5” pot.
Specs:
2.5” pot
Common Name
Cosmos, garden cosmos, Mexican asters
Genus
Cosmos
Species
C. bipinnatus
Family
Asteraceae
Life Cycle
Tender Annual
Netting / Staking
One or two layers of netting is beneficial in areas with high wind.
Temperature Range
Plants can not tolerate freezing at any point in the growth cycle. They can handle the heat of summertime and are a crop suitable for most zones.
Spacing
9-12"
Soil Preference
Loose, well draining soil with low fertility. Too much nutrient content will cause heavy foliar growth and few flowers.
Day Length
Short day plants - flowering is triggered as days get shorter, typically towards the end of summer. If stressed rootbound or drought conditions) they will flower prematurely. If growing in a greenhouse through the winter, additional lighting will be required to mimic long days for the vegetative state.
Pinching
Pinch once when the plants are about 6" high, down to a few sets of leaves to encourage side branching. If the plants try to flower prematurely, continue to pinch off buds and flowers until you start seeing longer stems.
Harvesting
Expect flowers approximately 45-60 days after planting plugs (dependent on weather and temperature). Harvest when flowers are just starting to open for the longest vase life. Mature side buds will also open in the vase. Cut deeply into the plant for long stems and to promote additional side branching. If flowers are left to open fully they will get pollinated and vase life will suffer.
Post Harvest Care
Place cut stems immediately into cool water. Floral preservative will extend vase life - expect stems to last just shy of one week. Can be stored in the cooler for a short period of time.
Diseases / Insects
During long stretches of heat and humidity powdery mildew and bacterial wilt may be seen.
Common insect pests include aphids, thrips and Japanese beetles.
Bailey's Notes
Do not allow plants to set seed - keep up with harvesting and deadheading or the plant will start to shut down.
Some growers will use stems of cosmos foliage as a filler in bouquets - they have reported a good vase life although we don't have personal experience to support this claim.
PLUG SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
This little beauty is a big improvement over seed grown strains. It branches freely, and is more heat tolerant and mildew resistant than older cultivars. It is vegetatively propagated and patented so propagation is prohibited.
Some folks find them finicky while others have great success, and I don't know the exact combination of conditions that make them thrive.
Plugs sourced from Gro ‘n Sell/Farmer Bailey and then lovingly grown to have a larger root ball filling a 2.5” pot.
Specs:
2.5” pot
Common Name
Cosmos, garden cosmos, Mexican asters
Genus
Cosmos
Species C. bipinnatus
Family
Asteraceae
Life Cycle
Tender Annual
Netting / Staking
One or two layers of netting is beneficial in areas with high wind.
Temperature RangePlants can not tolerate freezing at any point in the growth cycle. They can handle the heat of summertime and are a crop suitable for most zones.
Spacing
9-12"
Soil Preference
Loose, well draining soil with low fertility. Too much nutrient content will cause heavy foliar growth and few flowers.
Day Length
Short day plants - flowering is triggered as days get shorter, typically towards the end of summer. If stressed rootbound or drought conditions) they will flower prematurely. If growing in a greenhouse through the winter, additional lighting will be required to mimic long days for the vegetative state.
Pinching
Pinch once when the plants are about 6" high, down to a few sets of leaves to encourage side branching. If the plants try to flower prematurely, continue to pinch off buds and flowers until you start seeing longer stems.
Harvesting
Expect flowers approximately 45-60 days after planting plugs (dependent on weather and temperature). Harvest when flowers are just starting to open for the longest vase life. Mature side buds will also open in the vase. Cut deeply into the plant for long stems and to promote additional side branching. If flowers are left to open fully they will get pollinated and vase life will suffer.
Post Harvest Care
Place cut stems immediately into cool water. Floral preservative will extend vase life - expect stems to last just shy of one week. Can be stored in the cooler for a short period of time.
Diseases / Insects
During long stretches of heat and humidity powdery mildew and bacterial wilt may be seen.
Common insect pests include aphids, thrips and Japanese beetles.
Bailey's Notes
Do not allow plants to set seed - keep up with harvesting and deadheading or the plant will start to shut down.
Some growers will use stems of cosmos foliage as a filler in bouquets - they have reported a good vase life although we don't have personal experience to support this claim.
PLUG SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
The only Veronica you need to know about. The Skyler™ series needs no vernalization and blooms freely the first year. It re-blooms after each cut. (Cut all the way to the ground at harvest time to encourage regrowth.) Skyler is fully winter hardy. Bred by Danziger of Israel.
Plugs sourced from Gro ‘n Sell/Farmer Bailey and then lovingly grown to have a larger root ball filling a 2.5” pot.
Specs:
Plant Height: 18-30"
2.5” pot
Genus Veronica
Species
longifolia
Family
Plantaginaceae
Netting / Staking
No
Temperature Range
-35 to 90
Spacing
9"
Soil Preference
Well drained, generally fertile soil.
Day Length
Day Neutral
Pinching
If the plant is not already branching, pinch once growth has resumed after transplant.
When to Plant
Spring or Fall. Quite adaptable.
Harvesting
Cut when the spike is 1/3 open. Harvest the entire plant, all the way to the ground to encourage rebloom.
Post Harvest Care
Holding solution in the cooler.
Diseases / Insects
Generally pest free.
Bailey's Notes
The Skyler series does not need a cold winter period, unlike other Veronica longifolia cultivars. It will flower the first year from planting. Cut to the ground, and it will generally send out an additional flush of flowers. Depending on location you may harvest 2-4 flushes of flowers per year. It is fully hardy. In its second and third years, you will see many more stems emerge as the plant spreads. You may need to replace them every 4 or 5 years if production declines.
PLUG SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
(Zinnia elegans) We love the “scabiosa” or “cupcake” type zinnias with their poofy doubled centers. Zinderella lilac brings soft lavender-pink color with dark centers to the playful form for bright summer arrangements. Full, branching plants stand 3-4’ with long, strong stems for cutting. Similar to sister, Zinderella Peach, expect single, double and fully double flowers. Do take gentle care of roots while young and when transplanting as shock may lead to more single blooms than you want. Don't be afraid to pinch back to encourage strong and profuse stems and deadhead to encourage more flowers.
Specs:
Plant Height: 24–30"
2.5” pot
SPACING:
9-12" in rows 12-18" apart.
LIGHT:
Full sun to part shade
FERTILITY:
Medium. Tolerant to most soil types but prefers rich, evenly moist soil with a pH between 6.0-7.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
While not absolutely necessary, you may stake or provide netting to keep them upright and tidy.
Be gentle with the roots when transplanting to avoid stress that can cause more single (as opposed to doubled) flowers.
To encourage branching, pinch back when 12" and remove initial bud.
Zinnias appreciate some cooler time and/or shade.
Continue to cut and deadhead and the plant will be wildly floriferous!
Stiff cut stems have a 7+ day vase life.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Unusual antique color.
These 2–3½" blooms have soft burgundy outer petals that gradually lighten to creamy lime centers. A mix of fully double and semidouble flowers with a small percentage of singles. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season. Previously and widely known as 'Queen Red Lime.' Over the years, as the breeder has developed new colors in the series, he has transitioned the series name from "Queen" to "Queeny." To respect his wishes, we have updated the product names accordingly.
Specs:
Plant Height: 30–40"
2.5” pot
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
HARVEST:
Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.
USES:
Taller varieties make excellent cut flowers. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Zinnia spp.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
(Zinnia elegans). We just can't get enough of these vibrant, dahlia-flowered beauties! Large 3-inch blooms display an incredible lime green, pastel pink to red ombre with red centers. Stems reach 25 inches tall, and the plant remains sturdy. These make an extra long-lasting cut flower. The butterflies seemed to especially appreciate this variety! Amazing!
Annual
Height at maturity: 30-40"
6-8 hours of full sun
Plant Spacing: 9-12"
Ideal Temperature: 70-95 F
Frost Hardy: No
Specs:
Plant Height: 30–40"
2.5” pot
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Bright salmon color with low susceptibility to powdery mildew.
Blooms are 1 1/2–2 1/2", double and semidouble. These petite, yet sturdy, blooms make excellent, reliable accent flowers for market bouquets, wedding flowers, and event work. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season.
Specs:
Plant Height: 30–40"
2.5” pot
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
HARVEST:
Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.
USES:
Taller varieties make excellent cut flowers. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Zinnia spp.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
The premium zinnia.
Recommended by the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers. High yields of long, sturdy stems with 4–6" fully double, dahlia-like blooms. Excellent vase life. Vigorous plants hold up well in summer heat and rain. Low susceptibility to powdery mildew. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season.
Specs:
Plant Height: 40–50"
2.5” pot
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
HARVEST:
Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.
USES:
Taller varieties make excellent cut flowers. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Zinnia spp.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Deep mahogany-red foliage for cutting and garden accent.
Decorative, deeply cut foliage with maple-leaf appearance, rich color, and sturdy branches. Ideal for late summer and fall arrangements. Primarily grown for use as cut flower foliage, the vigorous, drought- and heat-tolerant plants are also suitable for containers and landscaping. The abundant color and tall stature make Mahogany Splendor a lovely backdrop in the garden or patio. NOTE: If grown indoors or in part shade, foliage will be green to rust in color; the mahogany color develops fully in full sun. Also known as red-leaf hibiscus, false roselle, African rose mallow, and cranberry hibiscus. Tropical, herbaceous perennial in Zones 8a–9b. Tender perennial or annual in all other growing zones.
Specs:
Plant Height: 40–70"
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun. Hibiscus thrives in heat and humidity so is best grown in full sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
40-70".
PLANT SPACING:
24-36".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Zones 8-9.
STEM LENGTH:
12-70". Pinching is not required but if plants are pinched at a young stage, lateral branches will benefit greatly in length and quality.
HARVEST:
For cut foliage, harvest once leaves are mature (not tender) and the stems are straight, firm, and at least slightly woody.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Well-drained but moist soil with high organic matter. Preferred pH of 5.8-6.5.
NOTE:
Foliage will have green/rust tones in the greenhouse, but mature to burgundy in full sun outdoors.
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Hibiscus acetosella
ALTERNATE NAMES:
False Roselle, African Rose Mallow
SEED SOURCE:
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** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
(Cosmos bipinnatus). Here's something unusual for cottage gardens or for cut flowers: the ray flowers of this charming cosmos are tubular or cone-shaped rather than flat, giving the blooms an intricate look. Three-inch flowers are produced abundantly all summer until frost, in the usual cosmos shades of deep rose, shell pink, and pure, snowy white. Plants reach 3-4 feet; like most cosmos, it tolerates poor and dry soils, hot conditions.
Annual
60-90 days to maturity
6-8 hours of full sun
Plant Spacing: 10"
Ideal Temperature: 70-75 F
Frost Hardy: No
Plant Height: 36–48"
2.5” pot
Sea Shells cosmos is a unique heirloom variety that reaches 3-4 feet. Like most cosmos, it tolerates poor and dry soils, as well as hot conditions. Regular deadheading encourages more blooms. Avoid excessive fertilization, as that can lead to the growth of foliage at the expense of flowers.
How to Grow
Sea Shells cosmos thrives in poor to average soil, as rich soil can lead to excessive foliage with fewer blooms. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry between waterings to prevent weak, leggy growth. In windy areas, taller plants may need staking to prevent them from falling over. To keep the flowers blooming all season, remove spent blooms regularly. Cosmos tolerate heat and drought well, making them an excellent choice for low-maintenance summer gardens.
How to Save
Cosmos are insect pollinated, and there may be some crossing between varieties in the garden. You can enjoy the mixing or use caging techniques and hand pollination to avoid crossing.
Saving seeds from cosmos is easy: simply allow the heads to brown and dry on plants and collect seeds. Store in a cool, dry, dark place over winter.
SEED SOURCE:
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** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Profuse bloomers for fresh or dried arrangements.
Tall, well-branched plants produce double flowers 2–2 1/2" across. Also known as bracted strawflower. The color range includes yellows, peach, oranges, dusty rose, and reds, ever changing through the plant’s evolution. Long stems and very long-lasting cut, field (past frost) and dried flowers. Attract a diversity of pollinators.
Specs:
Plant Height: 36–40"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
36-40". May require some support.
PLANT SPACING:
10-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
STEM LENGTH:
12-20".
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
70-75°F (21-24°C).
HARVEST:
Keep blooms harvested or deadheaded for optimal yields. Fresh or dried: Cut when 2-3 layers of petals have unfolded but before flowers fully open to reveal center. Note: Blooms that are very open, past optimal maturity, will close in the dark of night and on dark, overcast days. These blooms can appear as if they are at the at a good stage for cutting, though they are overmature. To avoid these misleading blooms, harvest on bright mornings or let your harvested blooms set in light for a few hours. Overmature blooms should open back up for identification and discard. Avoiding overmature blooms is especially important if being used for drying as blooms continue to open during the drying process. When dried, overmature blooms will shatter (fall apart) and appear discolored.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Average soil with good drainage.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked above
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past or don’t have a decent photo readily available. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
Easy to use as a fresh or dried cut flower.
Whimsical and wild statice looks to be a thing of fairytales or a sea-dwelling creature. Compared to L. sinuatum types, this statice has a very different look but is also earlier and easier to harvest. Plants have mostly basal leaves, which makes the stems easy to locate for cutting, and there are almost no leaves to strip away. Low-growing plants produced 2–3 flushes of harvestable stems in our trials. Excellent for dried flowers or fresh cuts. Flowers dry beautifully, holding their color well. Early statice. Also commonly known as Russian statice and rat tail statice.
Specs:
Plant Height: 20–30"
2” soil block
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
24-30".
PLANT SPACING:
8-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
HARVEST:
Fresh or dried: When the individual flowers are mostly open and showing color. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Rich, well-drained soil.
USES:
Excellent for fresh and dried cut flowers.
SEED SOURCE:
*Item description and growing information sourced from the seed company and linked accordingly
** if there are no images of the product it means that I have not grown that specific variety in the past. product images are available to review on the seed company’s website
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