Ageratum ‘Dondo Blue’ Ageratum houstonianum Puffy blue flowers. A cutting ageratum with long stems. Annual, full/part sun, 2 1/2–3' tall |
Amaranth Variety Pack A mix of amaranth varieties. Annual, full sun, 3–8' tall |
Ammi Bishop’s Flower Ammi majus Lacy white flowers are spectacular in arrangements. Also great for attracting beneficial insects. Reseeds. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Bee Balm Lemon Mint Monarda citriodora Bright lavender-pink blooms on tall stems. Attracts beneficial insects. Both flowers and leaves are edible. Annual, Full/part sun, 30–38" tall. Plant 12–18" apart. |
Bee Balm Wild Bergamot Monarda fistulosa Edible lavender blooms with a spicy scent. Nectar plant for insects & hummingbirds. Blooms in 2nd year. Perennial, Full/part sun, 36–48" tall. Plant 12–18" apart. |
Bells of Ireland Moluccella laevis Tall spires of green ‘bells' are dramatic in the garden and in arrangements. Annual, full/part sun, 24–30" tall |
Broom Corn Amish Rainbow Sorghum bicolor Richly colored seed sprays for vase or broom making. Heirloom. Annual, full sun, 5–6' tall |
Bupleurum ‘Griffithii’ Bupleurum rotundifolium Yellow-lime green flowers on long stems are excellent in both fresh and dried arrangements. Annual, full sun, 24–36" tall |
Celosia ‘Forest Fire’ Celosia argentea plumosa Bright scarlet flower plumes on burgundy-tinted foliage. Beautiful fresh or dried in arrangements. Annual, full sun, 2 1/2–3' tall |
Celosia Pampas Plume Mix Celosia argentea plumosa Mix of feathery plumes: lime green, yellow, cerise, magenta. Annual, full sun, 3' tall |
Celosia Variety Pack Celosia spp Mix of 6 celosia varieties. Annual, full sun, 24–36" tall |
Chocolate Lace Flower Daucus carota Quart. Lacy umbels of Queen Anne’s Lace in a deep burgundy-chocolate brown. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Cosmos Bright Lights Blend Cosmos sulphureus Brilliant mix of semi-double, long-lasting blooms in shades of yellow, orange & red. Annual, full sun, 3' tall |
Cosmos ‘Double Click Cranberries’ Cosmos bipinnatus Large double flowers in a rich cranberry color. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Cosmos Variety Pack Cosmos bipinnatus Mix of beautiful cosmos varieties in shades of pink, lavender, cranberry, and white. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Craspedia Drumstick Flower Craspedia globosa Golden-yellow balls on tall stems can be used in both fresh and dry arrangements. Annual, full sun, 24–30" tall |
Feverfew/Matricaria ‘Vegmo Sunny Ball’ Tanacetum parthenium Abundant clusters of small lemon-yellow button flowers on strong stems. Great filler for bouquets. Tender perennial, full sun, 28–36" tall |
Feverfew/Matricaria ‘Virgo’ Tanacetum parthenium Pure white flowers with ivory centers that turn white as they mature. Great filler for bouquets. Tender perennial, full sun, 28–36" tall |
Gaillardia Indian Blanket Gaillardia pulchella Quart. Masses of light red blooms tipped with yellow. Drought tolerant, attracts butterflies and beneficial insects. Annual, full sun, 12–24" tall |
Gaillardia ‘Red Plume’ Gaillardia pulchella Quart. Rich brick-red double blooms on compact plants. Drought tolerant. Annual, full sun, 12–14" tall |
Gaillardia ‘Yellow Plume’ Gaillardia pulchella Quart. Cheerful yellow flowers on compact plants. Drought tolerant, attracts butterflies and beneficial insects. Annual, full sun, 18–24" tall |
Geranium Maderense Geranium maderense Quart. Beautiful pink flowers in spring to early summer. Enormous divided leaves. Self-sows. Biennial/short-lived perennial. Half-hardy perennial, full/part sun, 4' tall x 4' wide |
Gomphrena variety mix Gomphrena globosa A mix of colorful gomphrenas. Holds color well when dried. Annual, full sun |
Hibiscus ‘Mahogany Splendor’ Hibiscus acetosella Quart. Dramatic deeply cut foliage in a rich mahogany red. Great in arrangements. Drought tolerant. Perennial, full sun, 40–70" tall |
Jewels of Opar Talinum paniculatum Grown for the tall stems of shiny dark red/brown seed pods that lend interest in arrangements. The compact mounds of lime-green foliage are both attractive and edible. Heat and drought tolerant. Perennial, full sun, 32–40" tall |
Kiss-Me-Over-the-Garden-Gate Polygonum orientale Tall plant with long arching rosy blooms. Pink pendulous flower panicles. May reseed in place. Annual, full sun, 4–6' tall |
Morning Glory ‘Flying Saucer’ Ipomea tricolor Showy vine has beautiful blue and white streaked flowers and large heart-shaped leaves. Trellis or fence required. Tender perennial, reseeds readily. Full/part sun, 10–15' tall |
Morning Glory ‘Heavenly Blue’ Ipomea tricolor Showy vine with beautiful sky-blue flowers and large heart-shaped leaves. Trellis or fence required. Tender perennial, reseeds readily. Full/part sun, 10–15' tall |
Ornamental grass combo, 6 of different ornamental grasses: Frosted Explosion, Ruby Silk, Bunny Tails. Grow in ground or containers. May reseed. Annual, full/part sun |
Ornamental grass Bunny Tails Lagurus ovatus Wonderful for flower arranging. Furry lime-green flowers dry to tan. Grow in ground or containers. May reseed. Annual, full/part sun, 10–20" tall |
Ornamental grass ‘Frosted Explosion’ Panicum elegans Ornamental grass with feathery lime-green bursts, wonderful vase filler. Grow in containers or ground. Annual, full sun, 18–24" tall |
Ornamental grass Greater Quaking Grass Briza maxima Largest and tallest quaking grass. Drought tolerant once established. Use fresh or dried. 20–30" tall. Plant 9–12" apart. |
Ornamental grass Highlander Setaria italica Thick and sturdy bronze colored seed heads are 3–6” long. Use fresh or dried. 28–36" tall. Plant 1" apart. |
Ornamental grass Job's Tears Coix lacryma-jobi Tall plants produce ornamental spikes of bead-like grains. Can be used fresh or dried. May reseed. Perennial, full/part sun, 36–48" tall. Plant 20–24" apart. |
Ornamental grass ‘Ruby Silk’ Eragrostis tef Elegant ornamental grass. Rich burgundy seed sprays are beautiful in arrangements. Excellent in ground or containers. Annual, full sun, 18–24" tall |
Rudbeckia ‘Gloriosa Double Daisy’ Rudbeckia hirta Quart. Large 4–5" double golden-orange blooms with dark eyes on long, strong stems. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Rudbeckia ‘Goldilocks’ Rudbeckia hirta Quart. Large 4–5" double golden-orange blooms with dark eyes on long, strong stems. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Rudbeckia ‘Indian Summer’ Rudbeckia hirta Quart. Glorious golden-orange single or semi-double black-eyed Susan daisies. Large 4–7" blooms. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Rudbeckia ‘Irish Eyes’ Rudbeckia hirta Quart. Huge yellow flowers with green eyes, long blooming. Half-hardy perennial, full sun, 18–36" tall |
Salvia ‘Waverly’ Possibly S. leucantha x S. corrugata Quart. Pinkish-white flowers bloom nearly year round. Trim to near ground in late winter. Low to moderate water. Evergreen perennial, full sun, 3–5' x 3–5'. Hardy to 20-25° |
Pineapple Sage Salvia elegans
Tall 4" pot. Bright red flowers, deliciously pineapple-scented leaves. Cut back in spring to keep dense and bushy. 4–5' tall x 2–3' wide. Evergreen perennial. Part/full sun. Medium water |
Salvia mexicana ‘Limelight’
Dramatic violet-blue flowers with lime-green calyces. Cut back hard in winter for bushier appearance. Evergreen perennial, Full/part sun, Average water. 6' tall by 2–3' wide |
Salvia microphylla ‘Hot Lips’
Found in garden in Mexico, has unusual red & white bi-color flowers almost all year round, and dark green leaves. Evergreen perennial, Full sun, No/low water. 3–4' tall x 4–6' wide |
Scabiosa ‘Fama Deep Blue’ Scabiosa caucasica Purple-blue flowers, long lasting in arrangements. Attracts pollinators, butterflies. Perennial, full sun, 18–24" tall (support recommended) |
Scabiosa ‘Fama White’ Scabiosa caucasica White flowers and interesting seed pods add whimsey to garden and vase. Perennial, full sun, 2–3' tall (support recommended) |
Scabiosa Variety Pack A variety of colors for great arrangements. Annual/perennial, full sun, 2–3' tall (support recommended) |
Snapdragon ‘Black Prince’ Antirrhinum majus Deep crimson flowers. Blooms heaviest in cool weather, takes a break in the heat, blooms again in the fall. Annual, full sun, 16–18” tall |
Snapdragon Butterfly Chantilly Summer Flame mix Antirrhinum majus Open-faced flowers in warm shades of apricot, bronze, orange, and vermilion on well-branched plants. Annual, full sun, 30" tall |
Snapdragon Butterfly Chantilly mix Antirrhinum majus Plump flowers in pastel shades of lemon-yellow, salmon, apricot-bronze, and candy floss pink. Annual, full sun, 30" tall |
Snapdragon ‘Lucky Lips’ Antirrhinum majus Bright white flowers have raspberry-red lips and a blush on the edges. Deadhead regularly for best display. Annual, full sun, 24" tall |
Snapdragon ‘Night and Day’ Antirrhinum majus Stunning crimson red flowers with bright white throats. Deadhead regularly for best display. Annual, full sun, 18" tall |
Snapdragon ‘Orange Wonder’ Antirrhinum majus Gorgeous sunset-colored flowers are shaded pink, orange, and yellow. Deadhead regularly for best display. Annual, full sun, 30–36" tall |
Snapdragon Tall Maximum Blend Antirrhinum majus Classic tall snapdragon in a bright blend of red, white, yellow, and pink. Annual, full sun, 24–36" tall |
Snapdragon University of California Blend Antirrhinum majus Blend of attractive colors. Annual, full sun, 30–36" tall |
Statice variety pack, bright colors Limonium sinuatum Blue, Purple, Rose, Yellow. Can be used fresh or cut for drying. Annual, full sun, 24–30" tall |
Statice variety pack, light colors Limonium sinuatum Apricot, Light Yellow, Pastel Blue, White. Can be used fresh or cut for drying. Annual, full sun, 24–30" tall |
Strawflower variety pack Xerochrysum bracteata Colorful variety of strawflowers on tall, well-branched plants. For fresh or dried arrangements. Annual, full sun, 36–40" tall |
Sunflower We offer three types of sunflowers:
Giant varieties have one thick stalk up to 14' tall topped by one huge flower head up to 14" wide. These all develop large, tasty seeds.
Mid-height varieties are multi-branching with many flowers opening continually the whole season. Some are pollen-free that do not produce pollen or seeds, welcome for indoor arrangements.
Short varieties are less than 3' tall, a perfect height for children. They also make a very cute border. Annual, full sun, height varies |
Sunflower giant ‘Mammoth Grey Stripe’ Helianthus annuus Single giant flower high on top of a tall stem yields delicious grey striped seeds. Annual, full sun, 8–12' tall |
Sunflower giant ‘Mongolian Giant’ Helianthus annuus Single giant flower high on top of a tall stem yields delicious black seeds. Claimed to be the largest sunflower in the world. Annual, full sun, 10–14' tall |
Sunflower mid-height Autumn Beauty Mix Helianthus annuus Wide range of autumn colors, 6–1" flowers. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 5–7' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Birds and Bees’ Helianthus annuus Golden-yellow sunflowers provide pollen & nectar for insects and an abundance of soft, oil-rich black seeds for birds. Annual, full sun, 6–8' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Cinnamon Sun’ Helianthus annuus Gorgeous flowers with 5–6" wide, glowing cinnamon/bronze petals and chocolate centers. Great in bouquets, co-ordinates with all colors. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 5–7' tall |
Sunflower mid-height Drop Dead Red Mix A fabulous mix of pollenless, long-lasting florist quality flowers in shades of red from deep burgundy, steamy valentine red, autumn pumpkin red, and bi-colors. No messy pollen. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 4–6' tall |
Sunflower mid-height Evening Sun Mix Helianthus annuus Fiery shades of red, orange, burgundy, 4–6" flowers. Heirloom. Multi-branching, long blooming. Annual, full sun, 6–8' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Garnet Star’ Helianthus annuus Bicolored flowers have a rich garnet-red central starburst with yellow petal tips. Vigorous, prolific, multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 5–6' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Goldy Honey Bear’ Helianthus annuus Huge fully double, solid gold blooms with green centers, almost pollen free. A favorite. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 4–6' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Lemon Queen’ Helianthus annuus Help the Great Sunflower Project with research to understand the challenges that bees are facing by watching and recording the bees at these sunflowers. www.greatsunflower.org Annual, full sun, 5–7' tall |
Sunflower mid-height Moulin Rouge Helianthus annuus Rich velvety deep cinnamon red, spectacular and pollen free. Excellent for cutting. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 6' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Shock-O-Lat’ Helianthus annuus Large flowers with bronze-red petals, yellow tips, dark brown center. Well-branched plants with purple-tinged stems. Pollenless. Annual, full sun, 6' tall |
Sunflower mid-height ‘Zohar’ Helianthus annuus Early blooming classic sunflower on strong stems. Long vase life. One flower/plant. Pollenless. Annual, full sun, 4–5' tall |
Sunflower short ‘Junior’ Helianthus annuus Pollen-free branching sunflowers with bright yellow petals and dark center, perfect for large pots or borders. Annual, full sun, 2 1/2' tall |
Sunflower short Music Box Mix Helianthus annuus Bushy plants with flowers in yellow and clear autumn colors, very cute. Good for borders or containers. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Sunflower short ‘Sunspot’ Helianthus annuus A classic sunflower, but only 18–24" tall, just the right height for children! One huge flower with edible seeds. Annual, full sun, 18–24" tall |
Sunflower short ‘Teddy Bear’ Helianthus annuus Bushy plants with loads of fuzzy, golden yellow blossoms that look like huge mums. Multi-branching. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Sweet Sultan Imperialis Mix Amberboa moschata Small, sweetly scented powder puff blooms in lilac, rose, white, and purple. Best when picked just as they open. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Tithonia Aztec Sun Tithonia rotundifolia Bright yellow-gold version contrasts beautifully with the more typical brilliant orange Torch Tithonia. Annual, full sun |
Tithonia Torch Tithonia rotundifolia Brilliant orange flowers on robust plant, tolerates heat & drought. Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. Annual, full sun, 4–6' tall |
Tweedia Oxypetalum coeruleum Dainty star-shaped blue flowers on vining plants. Twining branches need support. Tender perennial, treat as annual, Full/part sun, 2–3' tall |
Venidium Orange Cape Daisy Venidium fastuosum Quart. Stunning deep orange daisy with maroon chocolate center on silvery foliage. Deadhead for continual bloom. Half-hardy perennial, full sun, 2' tall |
Venidium Zulu Prince Venidium fastuosum Quart. Dramatic large 2–3" flowers with a jet black center and white petals with rings of orange and purple in the center. Flowers close at night, re-opening in the morning. Grayish green mound of fuzzy leaves. Easy to grow, thrives in heat and drought. Re-seeds. Half-hardy perennial, full sun, 3' tall |
Zinnia All of the zinnia selections below are spectacular. Some are single colors, others are selected color schemes. Most are from the highly successful Benary Giants. We've trialed these repeatedly for many years. They are mostly 3–4' tall, drought tolerant when established, attract beneficial insects, and very successful in the garden and as cut flowers. We've been picking flowers well into mid-late October. Plant in full sun and pick/deadhead to keep producing. The cactus-flowered varieties are spectacular. Annual, full sun, height varies |
Zinnia Benary’s Giant MG Brightside Mix Zinnia elegans Colorful mix of Benary Giants: Lilac, bright pink, coral, and lime. Branching. Annual, full sun, 40–50" tall |
Zinnia Benary’s Giant MG Darkside Mix Zinnia elegans Colorful mix of Benary Giants: Deep red, wine, purple, and orange. Branching. Annual, full sun, 40–50" tall |
Zinnia Berry Basket Mix Zinnia elegans Densely petaled, fully double shades of raspberry, grape, rose-pink and violet. A custom blend. Annual, full sun, 3–3 1/2' tall |
Zinnia Cactus Flowered Mix Zinnia elegans Beautiful cactus flowers in shades of scarlet, rose, orange, and yellow. Branching. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia Cool Crayon Colors Zinnia elegans Lovely shades that make color-coordinated bouquets as you pick them. Fully double, long-stemmed flowers in deep lavender, carmine-rose, soft pink and white. Annual, full sun, 3–3 1/2' tall |
Zinnia ‘Envy’ Zinnia elegans Belongs in every flower arranger's garden! Vivid chartreuse sets off bright summer flowers with style and pizzazz and harmonizes with soft pastels. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia Fireball Blend Zinnia elegans Dramatic blend of hot reds and oranges. 4–5" blooms on tall plants, great planted in a mass in the back of the flowerbed. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia Hot Crayon Colors Zinnia elegans Right out of the crayon box of intense colors, this blend contains hot shades of scarlet red, citrus orange, and golden yellow. Annual, full sun, 3–3 1/2' tall |
Zinnia Lilliput Mix Zinnia elegans These cute, colorful 1 1/2" pom pom flowers are a delight in the garden and vase. Held high on sturdy stems. Cutting flowers encourages more blooms. Annual, full sun, 18–24" tall |
Zinnia ‘Meteor’ Zinnia elegans Brilliant red semidouble blossoms with gold centers. Strong branching. Annual, full sun, 20–30" tall |
Zinnia ‘Oklahoma Mix’ Zinnia elegans Colorful mix of Oklahoma zinnias: salmon, scarlet, white, and golden yellow. Annual, full sun, 30–40" tall Colorful mix of Oklahoma zinnias: salmon, scarlet, white, and golden yellow. Annual, full sun, 30–40" tall |
Zinnia ‘Peppermint Stick’ Zinnia elegans Colorful blooms are striped and speckled with crimson. No two are alike! Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia ‘Polar Bear’ Zinnia elegans Magnificent white dahlia-type blooms. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Zinnia ‘Queen Lime Blush’ Zinnia elegans Beautiful 2–3" pale lime double and semi-double blooms with delicate peach blush. Annual, full sun, 24–32" tall |
Zinnia ‘Queen Lime Orange’ Zinnia elegans Beautiful 2–3" blooms shade from coral to peach to delicate lime centers. Annual, full sun, 24–32" tall |
Zinnia ‘Queen Red Lime’ Zinnia elegans Beautiful 3" blooms with maroon-red petals and lime centers. We've noticed many different flower forms but always with this unusual color combination. Always attracts attention. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia Queen Lime Mix Zinnia elegans Colorful mix of of Queen Lime varieties: Queen Lime, Queen Lime Blush, Queen Lime Orange, and Queen Red Lime. Annual, full sun, 24–32" tall |
Zinnia ‘Raspberry Sorbet’ Zinnia elegans Lovely flowers of jewel-toned deep raspberry tinted double blossoms on branching long stems. Annual, full sun, 3–4' tall |
Zinnia Solar Flare Blend Zinnia elegans Dazzling combination of hot orange, sunny yellow, and cool white flowers contrast with lush green foliage for a beautiful display. Big, 4–5" flowers. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |
Zinnia ‘Zinderella Lilac’ Zinnia elegans Scabiosa-type blooms with lavender-blush center crest, lavender pink petals, and dark eye. Annual, full sun, 40–50" tall |
Zinnia ‘Zinderella Purple’ Zinnia elegans Scabiosa-type blooms in intense fuchsia-lilac. Puffy center crest is surrounded by a flare of short petals. Annual, full sun, 40–50" tall |
Zinnia ‘Zowie Yellow Flame’ Zinnia elegans 2–3½" Semidouble bicolor blossoms have orange-gold tips on magenta-red centers. Annual, full sun, 2–3' tall |