Dotted Blazing Star (Liatris punctata) is a hardy native perennial of the Great Plains and central U.S., historically thriving in dry prairies, foothills, and rangelands where its exceptionally deep root system—often reaching several feet down—helped it endure drought and grazing. This species is known for its compact stature and dense spikes of bright purple, “dotted” flower clusters spaced neatly along the stem, each rich in nectar and highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and especially migrating monarchs. Its narrow, grass-like leaves form a tidy clump, and the plant’s rugged nature makes it well suited to xeriscapes, wildflower gardens, and restoration projects. To grow Dotted Blazing Star, sow seeds in full sun and well-drained, even rocky or sandy soil, allowing for natural winter stratification or chilling seeds before planting; once established, it is long-lived, low-maintenance, and reliably blooms each late summer with vibrant color.
The Panorama Bee Balm is a great cutting plant for center pieces. This beautiful flower blooms from July to August on 3' foot plants. This bee balm prefers full sun or afternoon shade.
Mexican Hat Ratibida, also known as Ratibida columnifera, is a striking perennial flower native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. This plant, often referred to as the "Mexican Hat" due to its distinctive flower shape, has a rich history in native gardens and landscapes. The plant is characterized by its unique, cone-shaped flowers with reddish-brown, drooping petals that resemble a sombrero hat, which contrast beautifully with its bright yellow center. Mexican Hat Ratibida typically reaches maturity in about 70 to 90 days, blooming from mid-summer to fall. The plants exhibit a robust, upright growth habit, growing to heights of 18 to 24 inches, and have a bushy, branching structure. They thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, making them well-suited for xeriscaping and dry garden environments. With their eye-catching appearance, resilience, and extended blooming period, Mexican Hat Ratibida adds vibrant color and interest to gardens and native plant landscapes.
Crimson Picotee Diamond offers superb garden performance in spring and autumn with its high uniformity in plant habit. Produces beautiful crimson petals with white tips that bloom for an extended time. The Diamond is an early series, blooming simultaneously on main and lateral stems with flower size of 1.5 inches in diameter. Ht. 6-10". Avg. 32,500 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
The Mesa Peach Blanket Flower is a delightful addition to any garden, renowned for its soft and inviting colors. Its large, daisy-like flowers bloom in a gentle blend of peachy-orange hues, with hints of yellow at the base of the petals, reminiscent of a warm desert sunrise. This Gaillardia variety flourishes in full sunlight and well-drained soil, showcasing its resilience to heat and drought, typical of its southwestern origins. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for borders, rock gardens, or containers, where it brings a splash of soft color and a touch of elegance. The Mesa Peach Blanket Flower not only provides visual appeal but also attracts beneficial pollinators, making it a cherished choice for both seasoned gardeners and landscape enthusiasts seeking beauty and biodiversity.
The Russel Lupine flower is easy to grow and bears beautiful, tall spikes of graceful flowers that blossom in a wide range of colors. This variety produces a mix of yellows, reds, blues and purples midsummer. Russel is outstanding in mixed beds, when massed by themselves or for backgrounds. This flower is also gorgeous in cut-flower arrangements!
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.
Meadow Blazing Star (Liatris ligulistylis) is a beloved native perennial of the northern U.S. and Canadian prairies, historically thriving in moist meadows and open grasslands and long recognized for its exceptional value to monarch butterflies, which flock to its nectar-rich blooms during migration. It produces tall, airy stems topped with loose spikes of vibrant, feathery purple flowers, each with elongated styles that give the blossoms a delicate, wispy appearance. The plant’s narrow leaves form an attractive upright clump, and its blooms appear later in the season, providing important late-summer nectar. To grow Meadow Blazing Star successfully, plant seeds in full sun and moist, well-drained soil, allowing for natural winter stratification or chilling seeds before sowing; though slow to establish as it builds a deep root system, it becomes a durable, eye-catching pollinator magnet that returns more robustly each year.
The Common Asclepias, also known as Butterfly Weed or Common Milkweed, is the only plant that Monarch butterflies lay their eggs on! This variety provides an abundant food source for Monarchs, but have been declining in the recent years due in part to suburban development and the increased efficiency of herbicides. The Common Asclepias spreads readily by seed and underground rhizomes and its taproot can withstand drought. This Butterfly Weed is one of the easiest and fastest to establish of the Milkweeds. Enjoy watching beautiful Monarchs visit on a daily basis!
The Spider Flower Mix is a blend of beautiful elongated white, purple and pink annual Cleome, or spider flowers, that have been a favorite since the 1800s. This unique variety got its name for having long, thread-like individual flower clusters and seedpods. This tall flower mix can reach up to 6 feet tall and can grow equally as wide, so make sure it has enough space to thrive. Enjoy the beautiful Spider Flower blooms from early summer until the first frost. Use the striking blooms as cut flowers in an arrangement or dried.
The Pale Purple Echinacea is a coneflower that blooms its pale purple to pink blooms in the early summer before most other flowers! This beautiful coneflower is loved for its nectar by hummingbirds and butterflies and will grow up to 3 feet tall. Try planting this variety with the Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), which has a deeper purple flower and will bloom just when Pale Purple Coneflower bloom cycle is ending. Planting these two together will give you many, many weeks of beautiful, bright Echinacea blooms.
Texas Bluebonnet Lupine seeds are a popular choice for gardeners looking to grow the state flower of Texas, known for its striking blue, pea-like blooms. These seeds thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, and once established, the plants are relatively drought-tolerant, making them well-suited for dry climates. Texas Bluebonnets bloom in early spring, creating stunning fields of blue that are both beautiful and beneficial for local pollinators like bees and butterflies. Though they’re typically grown as annuals, Bluebonnets can self-seed and return year after year, making them a favorite for naturalizing gardens. The seeds can be tricky to germinate at first, as they require cold stratification, but once they sprout, they grow into strong, resilient plants that add a splash of color to any landscape.
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.
Cheyenne Spirit coneflower, also known as Echinacea 'Cheyenne Spirit,' is a dynamic and resilient perennial that has gained popularity for its striking appearance and adaptability. This variety was developed through selective breeding of native Echinacea species, originating from North American landscapes. Cheyenne Spirit coneflower is renowned for its vibrant and diverse flower colors, which range from fiery reds and oranges to warm yellows and rich purples. Each plant produces large, daisy-like blooms with prominent, spiky centers and gracefully drooping petals. The blooming period extends from mid-summer through early fall, providing a prolonged display of color and attracting a range of pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Typically reaching heights of 18 to 24 inches, Cheyenne Spirit coneflower has a bushy, upright growth habit that makes it suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers. It thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, demonstrating resilience to drought and varying soil conditions. With its vibrant color palette, extended bloom time, and hardy nature, Cheyenne Spirit coneflower is a valuable addition to both ornamental gardens and wildlife-friendly landscapes.
Aster oblongifolius, now widely known as Symphyotrichum oblongifolium and commonly called Aromatic Aster, is a hardy native perennial historically found across the central and eastern United States in prairies, rocky slopes, and open woodlands. It is prized for its dense, bushy habit and its late-season display of abundant lavender-purple flowers with bright yellow centers, which provide vital nectar to pollinators when few other plants are in bloom. The foliage releases a pleasant, resinous fragrance when brushed, and the plant’s naturally compact form makes it ideal for borders and native plantings. To grow Aromatic Aster successfully, plant seeds or transplants in full sun and well-drained soil; once established, it is drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and reliably forms a vibrant, mound-shaped display each autumn.
The Panorama Red is a great cutting plant for center pieces. Produce vibrant red blooms from July to August on 3' foot plants.
The Big Bluestem is a warm season ornamental grass that actively grows during the summer when soil temperatures are warm but is beautiful all year round. This variety is a big plant, getting over six feet tall in most situations! In a landscape, the Big Bluestem can be used as an accent. This ornamental grass has a great fall color in the range of gold and pink.
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.
