The Marmalade Rudbeckia is a dwarf variety that has large, golden-orange flowers that will bloom from summer to early fall! This flower grows to be two feet tall, and flowers are up to five inches across. It is a versatile plant that can be used in flower beds, borders, cutting gardens and large containers.
Blacknight Hollyhock (Alcea rosea 'Blacknight') is a striking, tall-growing perennial known for its deep, almost black, maroon-purple blooms that add dramatic contrast to garden borders and cottage-style landscapes. Part of the renowned "Spotlight Series," this hollyhock variety typically reaches heights of 5 to 6 feet and produces single, saucer-shaped flowers on sturdy, upright stems from mid to late summer. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies while also being relatively deer-resistant. Ideal for background planting or along fences and walls, Blacknight Hollyhock combines old-fashioned charm with a bold, modern color.
The Imperial Mix Delphinium blooms bushy, brightly colored blooms that makes an excellent cut flower that attracts many beneficial insects. This Mediterranean annual produces spires of pink, blue, lavender, rose and white flowers. This variety can be grown in full sun or partly shaded areas and tends to be a good re-seeder. The Imperial Mix Delphinium is a great cut flower and can be used in the wildlife garden to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
'Baby Blue' is a common florist's staple as a bouquet filler. This plant is known for its long stems with rounded leaves in shades of dusty green. Great for bouquets, wreaths or drying. Eucalyptus has a lovely menthol-like fragrance. A tender perennial in USDA zones 9–11 but mainly grown by florist as an annual. As an annual, plants reach about 24"–48", but it can become a 35'-tall tree over time where perennial. This plant is very drought and heat tolerant once established.
The Double Click Cosmo produces large double blooms that range in shades of carmine, pink and white, making this a beautiful cut flower. Contains fully-double and semidouble blooms make this a great garden addition. Cosmos are also known as garden cosmos. The Double Click grows to a height of 36-44".
Zinderella Peach zinnias are a charming and distinctive variety renowned for their soft, pastel blooms and robust performance. Originating from innovative breeding programs aimed at expanding the zinnia color palette, Zinderella Peach was developed to offer a unique and elegant peach hue. The flowers are large and fully double, featuring a delicate peach color that adds a subtle, warm glow to gardens and floral arrangements. Each bloom is characterized by its densely packed, ruffled petals, creating a plush, rounded appearance that enhances its visual appeal. Zinderella Peach zinnias typically grow to a height of 12 to 18 inches and have a compact, bushy growth habit, making them well-suited for garden beds, containers, and borders. They begin blooming in mid-summer and continue to produce their beautiful peach-colored flowers until the first frost. These zinnias thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, demonstrating resilience to heat and common pests. With their soft peach color, impressive bloom size, and extended blooming period, Zinderella Peach zinnias add a touch of elegance and charm to any garden or floral display.
California Giant Zinnias are a classic heirloom flower variety developed for their impressive size and vibrant color range, including red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and purple blooms. These zinnias produce large, dahlia-like flowers up to 5 inches across on sturdy stems that can reach 3–4 feet tall, making them a standout in garden beds and floral arrangements. Easy to grow and highly productive, they thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, and should be sown directly after the last frost or started indoors 4–6 weeks earlier. With a fast growth cycle of 75–90 days to maturity, they require regular watering, deadheading for continuous blooms, and occasional spacing to promote airflow and prevent mildew. California Giant Zinnias are perfect for cutting gardens, pollinator habitats, and adding bold, cheerful color to landscapes all summer long.
The Lemon Queen Sunflower produces an abundance of bright, pale yellow blooms surrounding a dark chocolate brown center. This variety produces 4" blooms that look lovely in a bouquet or vase.
Yellow Quartet sports strong stems that support beautiful sprays of sweetly-scented yellow flowers. Stock flowers are ideally suited for bouquets but can also be used as a spring bedding plant in some markets. Early to bloom in 13-15 weeks with 55% double flowers. Requires pinching of the first flower bud to force secondary bud development and spray-style flowers. Ht. 22–26". Avg. 15,600 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Looking like a plucked daisy, this Rudbeckia sports long, thin green sepals and a giant, pointy deep purple to black cone (the size and shape of a large strawberry)! Wonderfully attention-getting in the garden, 'Green Wizard' is also welcome as an Everlasting, where its ultra-strong stems support these stylish cones for months on end, adding interesting texture and tall vertical effect to bouquets, centerpieces, and decorations of all types.
Tulips are the most popular and most recognized flower in home gardens today. Tulips are available in many shapes, sizes, colors and seasons of bloom. No other flower rewards the gardener more than beautiful tulips. Plant these this fall, and next spring, watch your neighbors turn their heads.Water in fall to help good root growth before ground freezes. Do not water in excess during summer when bulb is dormant.Care: Use low nitrogen fertilizer in fall and spring. After blooming leave foliage and water weekly. This will help with root growth. When leaves turn yellow and die back foliage may be removed. Placing mulch over plant during winter will help keep plant dormant and protected.Cut Flowers:Tulips make excellent cut flowers. Cut as many as needed and bring indoors to enjoy their beauty and scent.
Pink Bicolor Double Click Cosmo produces large pink double blooms that range from light to dark pink. A beautiful cut flower. Fully-double and semidouble blooms make this a great garden addition. The Double Click grows to a height of 36-44".
