Dwarf Blazing Star (Liatris cylindracea) is a petite, drought-hardy species native to the dry prairies, glades, and rocky outcrops of the central and eastern United States, where its deep taproot allowed it to persist through challenging conditions. Unlike the taller prairie Liatris types, L. cylindracea stays low and compact, often producing short, sturdy flower spikes lined with cylindrical clusters of vivid purple blooms that open from the top down and draw in bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Its narrow, grass-like leaves form a tidy basal clump, giving it a clean, architectural look ideal for small gardens or rocky sites. To grow Dwarf Blazing Star successfully, plant seeds in full sun and sharply drained soil, and allow for natural winter stratification or chill the seeds before sowing; though slow to establish, it becomes a tough, long-lived perennial that rewards gardeners with dependable, eye-catching late-summer color.
A large sedge with cinnamon brown color that shines all year. One of the hardiest and longest lived sedges for full sun, well drained soil and light consistent summer water. To 14″ tall but spreading up to 3′ across. Trailing stems hold little brown flowers in summer. Very good winter appearance. Easy to grow but give it room to spread. Also know as Hair Sedge, Bronzina and Red Grass.
Produces branched stems on attractive, cylindrical flower spikes. A slightly later flowering of bronze-purple blooms with yellow pollen, very attractive ornamental foliage grass. Young-plants require sufficient warmth.
The Irish Eyes Sunflower makes for a great addition to any garden, patio container or bouquet with its bright golden petals and green center. This sunflower is easy to grow and thrives in full sun. This sunflower is on the shorter side, reaching 2-3 feet tall, which makes it perfect for patio containers! The Irish Eyes blooms all summer long and its seeds are wonderful toasted for a delicious snack!
Produces strong bronze-colored plumes that are beautiful in floral arrangements. 3–6" pendulous heads.
The Santa Fe Sunset F1 Sunflower is a gorgeous single bloom variety with light orange to deep burgundy petals resembling a sunset. This pollen-less variety grows to be 5 to 6 feet tall that is multi-heading so you can continue to cut the side branches up to a month. This stunning sunflower can be used for home gardening or market growing.
Beautiful textural element for fresh and dried bouquets. This grass is easy to grow. A vigorous wheat/rye cross.
The Perennial Lupine produces beautiful spikes of purple colored flowers that will bloom from late spring throughout summer! This Lupine variety grows to be about 18-36” tall with vibrant spikes. This variety can be planted throughout a flower meadow or in the garden bed. The Perennial is easy to establish and grow, and Lupines are deer resistant and blooms year after year.
Hirtella Asclepias, more commonly known as Hirtella Milkweed or sometimes grouped under Asclepias hirtella and Tall Green Milkweed, is a native prairie species historically found across the central United States in moist to moderately dry meadows, savannas, and open grasslands. It is recognized for its tall, slender stems topped with rounded clusters of pale green to yellow-green flowers that attract a wide variety of pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and monarch caterpillars. The narrow, grass-like leaves give it a delicate, airy appearance, making it an elegant addition to naturalistic plantings. To grow Hirtella Milkweed successfully, plant seeds in full sun with well-drained to moderately moist soil and allow them to undergo natural winter stratification—or refrigerate them prior to sowing. Once established, it becomes a hardy, long-lived perennial that offers both ecological value and subtle ornamental beauty.
Early Hybrids, aka. Japanese Silver Grass, is a beautiful ornamental grass that makes a dramatic addition to any garden area. It features green foliage and silvery plumes, and it can reach 7' tall and 3' wide.
The False Sunflower is a very beautiful, early blooming flower that will brighten up any landscape and can be enjoyed from June until August. This very hardy plant that can survive in most climates and soil types. The False Sunflower is an early variety that is aggressive and therefore may not be suitable for small landscape plantings. This variety is a short-lived perennial.
Ornamental grass that grows in an upright, clumping habit. Fine-textured foliage emerges green, fading to tan. Fluffy, cream-colored flowers emerge in summer. Excellent, non-invasive substitute for Mexican feather grass.
A cooler growing Snapdragon for the early spring days or into the autumn if given shelter. Beautiful seville orange in color makes this variety very attractive for flower arranging. Great for cut-flowers and bouquets. Ht. 24-30". Avg. 194,000 seeds/oz. Packet: 25 seeds.
ProCut® White Nite is a one of a kind. It produces beautiful flowers that open with a creamy vanilla color quickly turning white in a few days of sunlight contrasted with a dark center. Flowers grow on a single stem making it great for cut arrangements.
The Dwarf Sungold Double Sunflower is easy to grow and produces unique, soft golden yellow blooms that are sure to grab your attention! This shorter variety is great for garden borders and makes an excellent cut flower.
Vibrant orange flower that brightens up any garden. Siberian wallflower grows up to 18" tall with a lovely scent that attracts butterflies. Acts as a perennial in Southern climates. Excellent as a cut flower, dried arrangements and potpourri.
Produces beautiful white double flowers and decorative black seed pods for fresh and dried bouquets. Fluffy 2" blooms fade to large, dark plum-colored seed pods on stiff, 12–24" stems. Also great for attracting beneficial insects to the garden. Also known as Love in a Mist.
Hipster Yellow Limonium seeds—often referred to as Sea Lavender, Statice, or Limonium sinuatum—produce a modern, vibrant take on a classic cut-flower favorite that has been grown for centuries around the Mediterranean for its long-lasting blooms and excellent dried-flower qualities. This variety features sturdy stems topped with clouds of papery, creamy yellow calyxes that hold their color exceptionally well, giving arrangements a soft, airy texture both fresh and dried. Plants thrive in full sun, heat, and drought, preferring sandy or well-drained soil, and they resent overwatering. For best results, start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, lightly covering them, and transplant once the weather warms; in the garden, avoid rich soils and excess moisture, as limonium performs best under lean, dry conditions.
