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Datura Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/8”-1/4”
Seed Spacing:3”-4”
Plant Spacing:36”
Days to Germination:21-42 days
Germination Temperature:65°-75°F
Datura metel. Start transplants indoors 10 to 12 weeks before setting out at least 2 weeks after the last frost date. To assist germination, soak the seeds for 24 hours in lukewarm water. Plant seeds in sterile starter mix. Cover with plastic wrap until sprouts emerge, then discard plastic. Pamper with 65°-75°F temperatures, good air circulation and even moisture. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into larger, deeper pots for full root system development. Two weeks after all danger of frost has passed (minimum 55°F overnight), harden them off by gradually acclimating them to the outdoors over 7 to 10 days. Transplant out 36" apart to a well-draining, rich, moist garden bed in full to partial sunlight. Water regularly. Feed as needed -
Dahlia Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/4”
Seed Spacing:6”-8”
Plant Spacing:18”-20”
Days to Germination:5-10 days
Germination Temperature:65°-75°F
Dahlia variabilis. Dahlias are best started indoors 4 to 6 weeks before transplanting outside after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds in good seed-starting medium at 70°F with even moisture, strong light and good ventilation. Prepare bed in full to partial sunlight with rich, well-draining soil. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them to outside conditions for 1 to 2 weeks prior to transplanting outside. Dahlias are moisture-loving plants. Mulch to conserve moisture, water consistently and fertilize as necessary. When the first frost kills the stems and leaves, dig up the tubers and store them in slightly dampened peat moss at 45° to 55°F over the winter. Good cutting flowers, The Collarette Mixture includes white, red, scarlet -
Creeping Zinnia Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:0”
Seed Spacing:1”-2”
Plant Spacing:5”-6”
Days to Germination:10-15 days
Germination Temperature:55°-60°F
Sanvitalia procumbens. Easy to grow: Direct-sow seeds in full to partial sunlight after the last frost date, just pressing the seeds lightly into the soil, as light is needed for germination, or raise as transplants 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out after threat of frost has passed. Provide even moisture and strong light. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them outside over 1 to 2 weeks before transplanting out. Once seedlings are 2" tall, thin or transplant 5" to 6" apart. This mat-forming miniature sunflower look-a-like thrives in heat and humidity. A great annual groundcover, it’s also a wonderful plant for containers. Early summer- to fall-flowering. Height: 4" to 8".
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Columbine Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/8”
Seed Spacing:6”-8”
Plant Spacing:12”-18”
Days to Germination:21-25 days
Germination Temperature:70°-75°F
Aqueligia caerulea. Columbine should be direct sown outside after the threat of frost has passed. Or, as you plant fall flower bulbs, direct sow it for spring germination. Prepare a garden bed in full to partial sunlight with rich, well-draining soil. Sow seeds on top of soil, leaving the seeds uncovered but pressed firmly onto the soil surface, as light aids germination. It may also be started indoors 8 to 10 weeks before transplanting out after the threat of spring frost has passed. Use individual peat pots or seed starting cells to avoid root disturbance. Provide even moisture and strong light. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them outside over 1 to 2 weeks before transplanting out. Adored by hummingbirds, it may bloom the first y -
Catmint Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/4”
Seed Spacing:3”-4”
Plant Spacing:15”
Days to Germination:7-10 days
Germination Temperature:60°-70°F
Nepeta x faassenii. An herb, aromatic Catmint thrives in full sunlight in well-drained soil. It should be direct-sown into the garden after the last frost date but may also be started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out after all danger of frost has passed. Provide even moisture and strong light during germination. Harden off the plants by gradually acclimating them to the outdoors over 1 to 2 weeks before transplanting out. Once the seedlings are 2" tall, thin or transplant 15" apart. Catmint may bloom the first year if started early enough in the spring. To encourage a second wave of blooms in lush perennial borders, cut the flower stalks back after the flowers have faded. A prolific grower, it matures into huge bushy plants, which may be divid -
Canterbury Bells Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:0”
Seed Spacing:1”-2”
Plant Spacing:8”-12”
Days to Germination:10-14 days
Germination Temperature:60°-70°F
Campanula medium calycanthema. Canterbury Bells should be started indoors at least 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting outside after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds on top of the soil mix, leaving the seeds uncovered but pressed onto the soil surface, as light is needed for germination. Provide even moisture and strong light during germination. Prepare a garden bed that is in full to partial sunlight with rich, well-draining soil. Harden the plants off by gradually acclimating them to outside conditions over 1 to 2 weeks. Carefully transplant the seedlings, planting them 8" to 12" apart. To encourage branching and flower production, pinch back the young plants. This cottage garden favorite is also a wonderful cutting flower. Summer flo -
Blue Flax Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/16”
Seed Spacing:4”-6”
Plant Spacing:10”-12”
Days to Germination:20-25 days
Germination Temperature:60°-70°F
Linum perenne lewisii. Blue Flax should be direct-sown outside as soon as the ground can be worked in the spring. Or, as you plant fall flower bulbs, direct-sow it for spring germination. Prepare a bed in full to partial sunlight with rich, well-draining soil. Sow seeds on top of soil, leaving the seeds uncovered but pressed firmly onto the soil surface, as light aids germination. Flax may also be started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out after the threat of spring frost has passed. Use individual peat pots or seed starting cells to avoid root disturbance. Provide even moisture and strong light. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them to the outdoors over 1 to 2 weeks before transplanting out. Naturalizing Blue Flax is lov -
Blanket Flower Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/8”
Seed Spacing:1”-2”
Plant Spacing:12”
Days to Germination:15-20 days
Germination Temperature:55°-65°F
Gaillardia grandiflora. An easy-to-grow perennial, Blanket Flower will produce showy, 3" to 4", daisy-like flowers the first year if started early enough, 8 weeks before transplanting out. But it may be sown outdoors anytime from spring up until 2 months before the first fall frost. Sow seeds shallowly, pressing them firmly into the soil surface, barely covered, as light is needed for germination. Provide even moisture and strong light. Harden off transplants by gradually acclimating them to outside conditions over 7 to 10 days. Prepare a garden bed in full sunlight with well-draining soil. Thin or carefully transplant the seedlings to 12" apart. Perfect for containers and butterfly and cutting gardens, Blanket Flower will tolerate heat and drought, -
Bee Balm Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/16”
Seed Spacing:2”-3”
Plant Spacing:12”-15”
Days to Germination:15-20 days
Germination Temperature:70°-75°F
Monarda didyma. Easily grown, The Bee Balm Mixture should be direct-sown outside from early spring up to 2 months before the first fall frost date. Prepare a bed in full to partial sunlight with rich, extremely well-draining soil. Sow seeds on top of the soil, barely covering seeds, pressing firmly onto the soil surface, as light aids germination. Bee Balm may also be started indoors 8 weeks before transplanting out after all threat of spring frost has passed. Provide even moisture, strong light and air circulation. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them outside for a week to 10 days before transplanting out. Transplants should be watered regularly to help establish a mature root system. Once established, it is drought tolerant. S -
Balsam Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/8”
Seed Spacing:2”-3”
Plant Spacing:10”-18”
Days to Germination:8-14 days
Germination Temperature:65°-75°F
Impatiens balsamina. Balsam can be direct-sown into the garden or started indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out after the threat of frost has passed. Prepare bed in full to partial sunlight with rich, well-draining soil. Sow seeds in a good seed-starting medium at 70°F with even moisture, strong light and good ventilation. For consistent moisture during germination, cover flats or pots with plastic wrap until seedlings emerge: then, discard plastic. Harden off seedlings by gradually acclimating them to outside conditions for 7 to 10 days before transplanting out. When plants are 4" to 8" tall, thin or transplant 10" to 18" apart. Drought-tolerant, this heat lover requires good drainage and dislikes excessive watering. Once they start to bloom, th -
Alternanthera Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:1/4”
Seed Spacing:6”-8”
Plant Spacing:12”
Days to Germination:7-14 days
Germination Temperature:65°-75°F
Alternanthera dentata. Start transplants indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds on top of sterile starter mix, leaving the seeds uncovered but pressed firmly onto the soil surface, as light is needed for germination. Pamper with 65°-75°F temperatures, good air circulation, strong light and even moisture. Do not allow the seedlings to wilt or dry out. Once seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into larger, deeper pots for full root system development. After all danger of frost has passed, harden them off by gradually acclimating them to the outdoors over 7 to 10 days. Transplant out 12" apart in rich, moist, well-draining soil and full to partial sunlight. Prized for its mounding, shiny, deep purple foliage, Alternanthe -
Yarrow Sowing InstructionsRead more
Planting Depth:0”
Seed Spacing:8”-10”
Plant Spacing:12”-18”
Days to Germination:7-14 days
Germination Temperature:65°-75°F
Achillea millefolium. Start this heat and drought tolerant perennial indoors 8 weeks before transplanting out after all danger of frost has passed. Sow seeds on top of soil mix, leaving the seeds uncovered but firmly pressed onto the soil surface, as light aids germination. For consistent moisture during germination, cover the flats or pots with plastic wrap until seedlings emerge: then discard plastic. Provide even moisture and strong light. Harden off the seedlings by gradually acclimating them to outside conditions over 1 to 2 weeks. Transplant out in well-draining soil and full to partial sunlight. Water regularly and mulch to deter weeds and retain moisture. Summer Pastels yields upright, flat clusters of ivory, yellow, apricot, pink and red flowers