Button Blazing Star (Liatris aspera) is a native wildflower of the central and eastern United States, historically found in dry prairies, savannas, and open woodlands where its tough, deep-rooted nature helped it thrive in harsh conditions. It is known for its thick, sturdy stems topped with rounded, button-like clusters of rosy-purple flowers that open irregularly along the spike, creating a charming, textural look that pollinators—especially bees and butterflies—love. The plant features narrow, lance-shaped leaves that form a basal clump and become smaller up the stem, giving it a clean, upright habit perfect for naturalistic plantings. To grow Button Blazing Star, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained soil, allowing them to undergo natural winter stratification or refrigerate them before planting; once established, it is drought-tolerant, long-lived, and reliably returns each summer with more vibrant blooms.
Arabesque Violet Penstemon flowers are a captivating variety known for their vibrant, deep violet blooms that create a striking contrast against their dark green, lance-shaped foliage. The tubular flowers, characteristic of the Penstemon genus, are arranged in elegant spikes that rise above the plant, drawing the eye with their rich color and graceful form. These blooms are not only visually stunning but also attract hummingbirds and bees, making them a lively addition to any garden. Arabesque Violet Penstemon thrives in sunny, well-drained areas and is valued for its resilience and long blooming season, which extends from late spring through summer. This variety embodies a perfect blend of ornamental beauty and natural hardiness, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking to add a splash of red to their landscapes. All American Selection winner in 2014.
The Monarch's Velvet Pontentilla produces strikingly beautiful dark-red blossoms that are a perfect addition to any home garden. This variety is a great flowering plant for gardens and borders.
Prairie Blazing Star (Liatris pycnostachya) is a classic North American prairie perennial long valued by Indigenous peoples and early settlers, and today it remains a signature species of tallgrass prairies and restoration plantings. It produces tall, upright spikes crowded with vivid purple, nectar-rich flowers that bloom from the top down, drawing in butterflies, bees, and especially monarchs in late summer. Its narrow, grass-like foliage and sturdy stems create a striking vertical accent in gardens, while its deep-rooted nature provides excellent drought tolerance once established. To grow Prairie Blazing Star successfully, plant seeds in full sun, provide well-drained soil, and allow a natural winter cold stratification or refrigerate seeds before sowing; plants grow slowly at first as they build deep roots but return reliably year after year with increasingly showy blooms.
Blush Pink Diamond offers superb garden performance in spring and autumn with its high uniformity in plant habit. The Diamond is an early series, blooming simultaneously on main and lateral stems with flower size of 1.5 inches in diameter. Diamond Blush Pink has a unique look as its flowers open white, then change to pink and ultimately mature to rose. Ht. 6-10". Avg. 32,500 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
The Prairie Coneflower Ratibida is a beautiful meadow wildflower that produces an abundance of beautiful, vibrant yellow petals. This breathtaking variety is known for growing wild in the plains states. The Prairie Coneflower gets its name for its yellow petals surrounding tall cones. This flowering plant produces light-green foliage that creates a beautiful backdrop for the textured blooms.
Asclepias physocarpa, commonly known as Swan Plant Milkweed, Balloon Plant, or Hairy Balls Milkweed, is a distinctive African species that has become popular in warm-climate gardens and butterfly habitats for over a century due to its unusual, inflated seed pods and its value as a host plant for monarch caterpillars. The plant features upright, branching stems lined with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and topped with clusters of small, white to pale pink flowers that attract a range of pollinators. After blooming, it forms its signature green, balloon-like pods covered in soft hairs—an eye-catching ornamental trait. To grow Swan Plant Milkweed, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained soil, keeping conditions warm for good germination; in frost-free regions it grows as a perennial, while in cooler climates it is treated as an annual. Once established, it is fast-growing, drought-tolerant, and a reliable food source for monarch larvae.
Western Sand Milkweed (Asclepias arenaria), also known as Sandhill Milkweed or Dwarf Milkweed, is a hardy, drought-tolerant species native to the sandy plains and prairies of the central and southwestern United States, where it has long supported pollinators and played a role in Indigenous plant knowledge. This milkweed forms upright stems with soft, velvety, blue-green leaves and produces clusters of pale greenish-white flowers that are highly attractive to monarchs, bees, and other beneficial insects. Adapted to arid, shifting soils, it thrives in full sun, well-drained sandy or loamy ground, and low-water conditions, making it ideal for xeriscapes and native plant gardens. For best results, stratify seeds before sowing, plant them shallowly, and avoid overwatering—Western Sand Milkweed prefers lean soils and rewards minimal care with strong growth and prolific blooms.
The Table Mountain Delosperma is an improved variety with vigorous and compact growth that blooms many little bright pink flowers. This variety is an extremely popular perennial plant, with its easy culture, drought-loving habit and summer-long blooms. The Table Mountain blooms in just 4 months from sowing seeds.
The Gayfeather Liatris is an excellent variety at attracting butterflies, bees and hummingbirds and matures to 4' in wet to mesic soil conditions. Like many Liatris species, when it begins to bloom it starts at the top and works its way down. This is an excellent Liatris species to plant in wet-medium prairies and perennial gardens and it makes to be a perfect cut flower.
The pretty blossoms of Yellow (Coneflower) consists of bright skirts of hard to find yellow daisy-like petals surrounding a brown bristly center. This variety's deep taproot allows the coneflower to survive in very dry conditions, but it is also happy in humus-rich garden soil and full sun. The Yellow Coneflower is visited by nectar seeking butterflies in June and small seed eating birds in the fall.
The Tall Mix Morning Glory is a combination of beautifully colored morning glories with heart shaped leaves and fuzzy vines that are super easy to grow! The Morning Glory is one of the most popular flowering vines and this variety produces a profusion of 4" inch, trumpet shaped flowers of indigo blue, maroon and white. These tall vines can grow up to 10+ feet tall! This mix blooms during the early morning hours and closes once the afternoon sun reaches them. The Tall Mix is attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies and also easily self-seeds.
Produces large, fully double maroon flowers on tall, well-branched plants in a range of attractive colors. Blooms summer to late summer for extended color in garden beds. Very popular as a background in borders and against fences. Can be used as a backyard cut flower.
Camelot Mix Digitalis, commonly known as foxglove, is a striking biennial to short-lived perennial that produces tall spires of tubular blooms in shades of lavender, rose, white, and cream, often with speckled throats. Growing 36–48 inches tall and about 12–18 inches wide, it adds vertical interest to garden borders and woodland-style plantings. Best suited for part shade to full sun in cooler climates, it thrives in well-drained, moist soil and benefits from regular watering and deadheading to encourage longer bloom time. Hardy in USDA zones 4–9, Camelot Mix is ideal for cottage gardens and attracts pollinators like bees and hummingbirds.
The Arizona Red Shade Gaillardia is a striking perennial known for its bold and dramatic presence in the garden. Its distinctive red flowers, reminiscent of vibrant sunsets, are the centerpiece of its appeal. These daisy-like blooms feature deep red petals with touches of orange and yellow at their centers, creating a fiery and eye-catching display. The plant itself grows to a height of about 12-18 inches with a spread of 12-24 inches, making it versatile for use in borders, rock gardens, or containers. Blooming profusely from late spring well into fall, the Arizona Red Shade Gaillardia is a reliable performer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies throughout its extended flowering season. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, showcasing its resilience and adaptability to various garden conditions. This gaillardia is not only a visual delight but also a low-maintenance addition to landscapes, perfect for gardeners looking to add bold color and dynamic flair to their outdoor spaces.
The Moody Blues Phlox is an eye-catching variety that will add a beautiful shades of satiny whites, blues and violets to any garden! This fragrant bushy flower blooms from summer to fall and is loved by butterflies and bees. Even though its name is "moody," it is actually quite easy to care for and is great in a patio container. To encourage a longer flowering time, trim back the Moody Blues after the first bloom fades.
The Green Bush Rose is a beautiful green perennial rose bush will beautify the garden! Roses are a popular fixture in gardens. They look great along fence lines, next to houses and anywhere you need some extra color.
Mix Pastel Cool Wave is a fast growing, long lasting trailing pansy for Spring and Autumn. Frost, Golden Yellow, Lemon and White flower colors. Ht. 6–8". Avg. 24,415 seeds/oz. Packet: 10 seeds.
