Cardinal Climber Vine Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Tpomea x multifida The Cardinal Climber, 'Tpomea x multifida', has fabulous lacy, fern-like foliage and is as interesting as the stunning dainty 2 inch red tubular flowers. Need a vine for a trellis, pole, or fence? This easy to grow vine would be a great choice. The deep red flowers have a white/yellow throat and make this plant an eye-catcher. The Cardinal Climber blooms from early summer until early fall. Like Morning Glory, the flowers open in the morning and close at night. Place the Cardinal Climber is full sun and in fertile, well drained soil. Cardinal Climbers like slightly alkaline to very acid soils. Water frequently so the Climbers will not dry out. Planting time for the Cardinal Climber is in the spring after the last average frost date. Cardinal Climbers are used for pots, baskets, climbing up fences, trellises, and as ground cover. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Tpomea x multifida Sun Explosure:

Carnation Chabaud - Mixed Colors Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Dianthus caryophyllus The Carnation Chabaud Mixed colors, 'Dianthus caryophyllus', has a gorgeous mixture of violet, purple, red, pink, orange, yellow, and bi-colored flowers. The beauty and fragrance of carnations can be in your garden. Combined with the elegant, long, skinny bluish foliage, the wide range of flower colors will add a palette of colors to your garden. The flower are double and 1 to 3 inches wide, and they are also sweetly clove-scented. Carnations bloom best in the 2nd year after planting and they will bloom 4 to 6 weeks in the summer. The Chabaud Carnation prefers full sun, but in hot summer climates plant in partial shade. The soil should be fertile and well drained. Pinch off faded blooms to encourage additional blooms. Plant after the last day of spring frost. Chabaud Carnations make excellent dried flowers. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Dianthus caryophyllus Sun Explosure:

Castor Bean - Impala Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Ricinus communis The Castor Bean Impala, 'Ricinus communis', has fast growing, dramatically tropical, dark bronze foliage. Because all parts of this plant are poisonous, do not plant this near very small children and pets. With this in mind, you will love this plant if you need a tall tropical looking screen. Small scarlet flowers appear on foot-high stalks, followed by prickly husks, which contain brown speckled seeds. The Castor Bean blooms in summer when the plants are about 1 foot tall. The Impala grows best in hot, humid climates and in full sun. They prefer sandy or clay loam soils with good drainage. Water regularly like you would other tall plants. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. The Caster Bean is an excellent quick hedge. The large copper-red leaves are dramatic and tropical looking. Price: $2.99 Click Here For Detail AKA: Ricinus communis Sun Explosure:

Catchfly - None-So-Pretty Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Silene armeria The Catchfly None-So-Pretty, 'Silene armeria', has a spectacular hot pink color all spring, summer, and fall. Planted in mass, Catchfly has an absolutely breathtaking impact. The sticky stems captures insects, hence the name. The flowers are displayed in small, hot pink clusters. The None-So-Pretty bloom from late spring to fall. The Catchfly is a hardy annual and even a tender perennial in mild winter climates. The Catchfly does well in full sun or partial shade and prefers moderately rich, well drained soil. They will adapt to heavy soils. Plant this easy to grow plant in early spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost. In warm climates plant in late summer or early fall for spring bloom. The None-So-Pretty Catchfly is excellent in containers, in borders, and rock gardens. Price: $1.39 Click Here For Detail AKA: Silene armeria Sun Explosure:

Celosia - Pampas Plume Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Celosia argentea 'plumosa' The Celosia Pampas Plume, 'Celosia argentea plumosa', has dramatic masses of soft, feathery plumes that are stunning in fresh and dried flower arrangements. The upright plumes are 6 to 12 inches tall with flowers the colors of scarlet, rose, carmine, gold, cream and bronze. The Celosia argentea are widely cultivated as a bedding annual. Pamps Plume prefers fertile, well drained soil that is high in organic matter. The soil needs to be kept evenly moist. Place these plants in full sun for best results. Plant in the spring, after the last average frost date. The Celosia Pampas Plume provide a dramatic garden backdrop or focal point in beds, borders or containers. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Celosia argentea 'plumosa' Sun Explosure:

Chinese Lantern Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Physalis alkekengi 'franchetii' The Chinese Lantern, 'Physalis alkekengi (franchetii)', has bright orange, lantern-shaped, papery seed cases that will glow in your garden in the late summer. The Chinese Lantern is very popular because of its brilliant color, unique shape, and easy to grow capabilities. This plant is also called the Winter Cherry. The flowers are small, white and star shaped, with calyces that enlarge and change from green to red-orange in the fall. The Chinese Lantern grow well in full sun to light shade and in moist, well drained soils. This plant can be invasive, so plant where it can be controlled or in large containers. Plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost or in the summer up to 2 months before the first fall frost. The Chinese Lantern is a striking addition to fall/winter decorations, as well as late summer color for borders, beds and containers. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Physalis alkekengi 'franchetii' Sun Explosure:

Chocolate Flower Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Berlandiera lyrata The Chocolate Flower, 'Berlandiera lyrata', has it all. The colorful, fragrant plant attracts butterflies and is drought tolerant and the aroma may either satisfy or intensify your craving for chocolate. This plant is also called chocolate daisy, greeneyes, lyre-leaf greeneyes, and brooch flower. Chocolate Flowers have 1 1/2 inch composite flowers with yellow center rays and a maroon center disk array. The flowers bloom at night, making their chocolate fragrance most noticeable in the morning. Chocolate Flowers prefer well drained, average, dry soils. Place them in full sun and do not fertilize. Deadhead regularly to extend the bloom season. Plant this flower in groups along a walkway or patio for maximum effect. Price: $2.99 Click Here For Detail AKA: Berlandiera lyrata Sun Explosure:

Clary Sage Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Salvia sclarca The Clary Sage, 'Salvia sclarca', is a truly spectacular plant with fountains of 3' tall flower stems. In addition to its numerous panicles of flowers, the entire plant releases a pleasant garden fragrance. The flowers are pale lilac, 1 inch long tubular blooms, with very prominent rose-red bracts on 2 to 3 foot tall square stems. The Clary Sage blooms in summer through early fall. Clary Sages prefer full sun and average garden soil. The soil must be well drained and not overly fertile. This Sage is a great plant for dry, rocky soils. Plant this easy-to-grow plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Clary Sage is used for tea, and the fresh or dried leaves are used the same way as sage. The leaves are also used to make sachets and potpourri. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Salvia sclarca Sun Explosure:

Cleome - Cherry Queen Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cleome spinosa The Cleome Cherry Queen, 'Cleome spinosa', is a knockout. The Cherry Queen is very easy to grow and lends authority to any garden. The flower clusters, 3 to 6 inches across, are a deep carmine-rose with golden buds. The Cherry Queen is a wonderful flower to attract butterflies. Cherry Queens bloom in late July through first frosts and can be hardy if grown in protected sites. Cleome likes rich, deep garden soil,, and is somewhat drought tolerant. If they are grown in exposed positions, they may require staking. The Cherry Queen is best planted in back of beds or next to a wall, trellis, or fence. Plant after all danger of frost has passed. They can be mass planted in island beds, instead of trees or shrubs, where a strong vertical impact is needed. Plant in full sun for best results. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cleome spinosa Sun Explosure:

Cleome - Violet Queen Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cleome spinosa The Cleome Violet Queen, 'Cleome spinosa', is a knockout! It is easy to grow and lends authority to any garden with the wonderful late summer color. The fluffy flower clusters are 3 to 6 inches across, and are a deep violet color. The Violet Queen is a wonderful flower to attract butterflies. The flowers and dry seed capsules are wonderful in arrangements. Violet Queens bloom in late July through first frosts, and remain hardy if grown in protected sites. Cleome likes rich, deep garden soil and is somewhat drought tolerant. If they are grown in exposed positions, they may require staking. The Violet Queen is best planted in back of beds or next to a wall, trellis, or fence. Plant after all danger of frost has passed. They can be mass planted in island beds, instead of trees or shrubs, where a strong vertical impact is needed. Plant in full sun for best results. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cleome spinosa Sun Explosure:

Coleus - Rainbow Blend Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Coleus hybridus The Coleus Rainbow Blend, 'Coleus hybridus', is one of the best plants for adding masses of colorful foliage to shady areas. Great in north facing flower beds and around shade trees. It is also an excellent houseplant that will add color on those dreary winter days. The foliage colors are white, bronze, gold, copper, yellow, pink, red, and purple. Insignificant flower spikes appear in late summer. Coleus prefers shade but will withstand filtered sun. The Rainbow blend will perform in average garden soils and likes to be kept moist but not soggy. Coleus are very frost sensitive so plant after last average frost date. Pinch back plants to encourage fullness and pinch back flowers to encourage foliage. Rainbow Blends are great for pots and planters. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Coleus hybridus Sun Explosure:

Columbine - McKanas Giant Blend Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Aquilegea 'McKana Giant' The Columbine McKana's Giant Blend, Aquilegea 'Mckana Giant', displays a beautiful range of flower colors along with graceful flower spurs that makes this tall columbine a must. McKana's Giant is a superior strain developed for its very large 3 inch flowers, a beautiful range of colors, and long graceful spurs. The flower colors are blue, pink, maroon, purple, and bicolor. The McKana's Giant Blend Columbine blooms for 3 to 6 weeks in May and June and earlier in mild climates. Rocky Mountain Blues prefer moist, rich, well drained soil. Light fertilization helps Columbine. In areas where summers are hot and dry, Columbine prefers light shade. In costal regions, Columbines take full sun. Plant in early spring or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. The Columbine McKana's Giant Blend, is used in rock gardens, border plants, and for cut flowers. Hummingbirds love the Columbine plant. Price: $1.79 Click Here For Detail AKA: Aquilegea 'McKana Giant' Sun Explosure:

Columbine - Rocky Mountain Blue Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Aquilegea caerulea The Columbine Rocky Mountain Blue, 'Aquilegea caerulea', contains nectar in the tip of the petal's narrow spur that can only be reached by hummingbirds. It is the state flower of Colorado. This is a great addition to any perennial garden. The 2 inch or longer blue and white flowers appear atop wiry stems. The Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine blooms for 3 to 6 weeks in May and June and earlier in mild climates. The foliage has a finely textured, lacy appearance, looking somewhat like a maidenhair fern. Rocky Mountain Blues prefers moist, rich, well drained soil. Light fertilization help Columbine. In areas where summers are hot and dry, Columbine prefers light shade. In costal regions, Columbines take full sun. Plant in early spring or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. The Columbine Rocky Mountain Blue is used in rock gardens, border plants, and for cut flowers. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Aquilegea caerulea Sun Explosure:

Coreopsis - Double Sunburst Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Coreopsis lanceolata The Coreopsis Double Sunburst, 'Coreopsis lanceolata', is very easy to grow and it has a long blooming period. Coreopsis are quick to come up, early to bloom, and "free flowering", meaning they bloom until first frost. They are relatively drought tolerant and it is a great plant for the wildflower patch. The semi-double yellow flowers are 2 to 3 inches across and are set on slender wiry stems. Cut the spent flowers regularly to increase flowering. The Double Sunburst Coreopsis prefers well drained soils and it does an excellent job in any kind of soils including poor soils. Spring planting is best for this flower. Plant after the last spring frost. Coreopsis is useful as a plant that requires little care. It is excellent for naturalized areas and rock gardens. The flowers make excellent long-lasting dried flowers. Price: $1.79 Click Here For Detail AKA: Coreopsis lanceolata Sun Explosure:

Coreopsis - Plains Dwarf Bicolor Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Coreopsis tinctoria 'Calliopsis' The Coreopsis Plains Dwarf Bicolor, 'Coreopsis tinctoria (Calliopsis)', is a cheerful member of the Sunflower family and will delight gardeners with its vivid yellow and maroon flowers and feathery green foliage. The Coreopsis Dwarf Bicolor is very easy to grow and displays brilliant, easy color with continuous blooms. The flowers are 1 to 2 inches across and have a deep burgundy center. They are also known as the 'Golden Wave'. They will survive a mild frost. Plant this Coreopsis in the spring after the last average frost date or late in the fall in mild winter climates . They prefer full sun and will thrive in ordinary garden soil. This Coreopsis has edible flowers and is very decorative in salads. The foliage is dill scented. They are often used for cut flowers. Remove old flowers (deadhead) to encourage additional blooms. Price: $1.59 Click Here For Detail AKA: Coreopsis tinctoria 'Calliopsis' Sun Explosure:

Corn Cockle - Milas Rose Queen Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Agrostemma githago The Corn Cockle Milas Rose Queen, 'Agrostemma githago', is a fragile looking but very sturdy plant with delicate pink and white flowers that will delight you all summer. The Corn Cockle looks dramatic when planted in mass and is very tolerant of a wide range of conditions. It will tolerate wind and less than perfect soils. It is the ideal flower for continuous summer/fall show of color. Milas Rose Queen is used as an annual hedge, in the back of a flower border, and for bunches of cut flowers. All parts of this plant are poisonous. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date in cold climates. In warm climates seed in the fall or winter for early spring bloom. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Agrostemma githago Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Albatross Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos bipinnatus The Cosmos Albatross, 'Cosmos bipinnatus', is a pure white selection of the 'Early Sensation' series. Lovers of white flowers must try this Cosmos. The masses of pure white flowers are very early on this tall Cosmos variety, and the flowers are 3 to 5 inches in size. . The Albatross almost thrives on neglect. Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. They like the shorter days of fall and will often bloom even stronger than they do in the summer. The Albatross Cosmos prefer full sun but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $1.59 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos bipinnatus Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Bright Lights Blend Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos sulphureus The Cosmos Bright Lights Blend, 'Cosmos sulphureus', displays an absolutely magnificent blend of yellow, gold, and scarlet flowers. The Bright Lights Blend are "landing lights" for butterflies. Bright Lights has very vibrant, bright, bold colors compared to other Cosmos. The 2 to 3 inch flowers adorn the 3 foot semi-dwarf plant. Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. They like the shorter days of fall and will often bloom even stronger than they do in the summer. The Bright Lights Blend Cosmos prefer full sun but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $1.79 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos sulphureus Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Candy Stripe Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos bipinnatus The Cosmos Candy Stripe, 'Cosmos bipinnatus', has markings that are truly unique and vary with each flower. It displays a white background color with rose stripes and markings on flowers that are 2 to 3 inches wide. The Candy Stripe almost thrives on neglect. Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. They like the shorter days of fall and will often bloom even stronger than they do in the summer. The Candy Stripe Cosmos prefer full sun but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos bipinnatus Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Sea Shells Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos bipinnatus The Cosmos Sea Shells Blend, 'Cosmos bipinnatus', is a very unique Cosmos with rolled petals looking a bit like a sea shell with a yellow button eye. Solid colored flowers (and a few bicolors) of white, pink, rose, and crimson, adorn this Cosmos. The flowers are rolled quilled petals, 3 to 4 inches wide with yellow centers. Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. They like the shorter days of fall and will often bloom even stronger than they do in the summer. The Sea Shell Blend Cosmos prefer full sun, but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas, and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $1.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos bipinnatus Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Sensation Blend Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos bipinnatus The Cosmos Sensation Blend,' Cosmos bipinnatus', is just what its name implies, a sensation. The Sensation Blend is a tall, colorful, wild, cheerful plant that blooms all summer. This Cosmos is tall and covered with large 3 to 4 inch white, pink, rose, and crimson flowers. Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. They like the shorter days of fall and will often bloom even stronger than they do in the summer. The Sensation Blend Cosmos prefer full sun, but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $1.59 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos bipinnatus Sun Explosure:

Cosmos - Yellow Garden Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Cosmos bipinnatus The Cosmos Yellow Garden, 'Cosmos bipinnatus', has a unique, unusual soft lemon-yellow color. Yellow Garden is a very vigorous grower and blooms later that some Cosmos. And remember, neglect is the kind of care Cosmos prefer. The Cosmos begin blooming 10 weeks after seeding and bloom from summer to first fall frost. The Yellow Garden Cosmos prefer full sun, but they can withstand a little shade. They will thrive in average garden soils. Do not over fertilize or over water. Plant this Cosmos in the spring after the last average frost date. They are excellent colorful bedding plants for low maintenance, dry areas and are great for cut flowers. They attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Price: $2.39 Click Here For Detail AKA: Cosmos bipinnatus Sun Explosure:

Cupids Dart Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Catananche caerulea The Cupids Dart, 'Catananche caerulea', is a truly low maintenance perennial that blooms the first year from seed. The flowers are blue, darker towards the center with contrasting yellow stamens. Cupids Dart blooms in early summer and then blooms off and on until first frost. The raggedy petaled, lavender blue daisies bloom profusely for several weeks. This plant historically was used to trap the unwary heart, hence the name. Cupids Dart prefer full sun and well drained soil, particularly in winter when wet soil can cause the plant to rot. They are drought tolerant and allow soil to dry out between waterings. Plant in early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before last average frost date. The Cupids Dart makes a long lasting cut flower, and they will naturalize in wildflower plantings. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Catananche caerulea Sun Explosure:

Cypress Vine Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Tpomea guamoclit The Cypress Vine Funny Valentine Blend, 'Tpomea guamoclit', has stunning feathery, fern-like foliage with masses of white, pink and red tubular flowers that flare into a five-pointed star. This vine is very fast growing and has a tropical-looking foliage. The Funny Valentine Blend produces 1 1/2 inch flowers on a 6 to 20 foot vine. Cypress Vines prefer full sun and average, sandy, well drained soils. They do best in slightly alkaline to very acid soils. Water them frequently as they do not like to dry out. Plant in the spring, after the last average frost date or later into the spring when soil temperatures are warmer. The Funny Valentine Blends are used for pots, baskets, climbing up fences, trellises and as a ground over. They make a tremendous fast growing screen. Most parts of this plants are poisonous. Price: $1.89 Click Here For Detail AKA: Tpomea guamoclit Sun Explosure:

Dahlia - Delight Mix Category: Home/Family> Garden> Seeds> Dahlia variabilis The Dahlia Delight Mix, 'Dahlia variabilis', is a fabulous dwarf Dahlia with long lasting blooms that will provide a continuous supply of cut flowers for your summer bouquets. The large, vibrantly colored 3 inch flowers are in shades of red, yellow, orange, rose-pink, and white. The Delight Mix bloom continually from summer through fall. >Delight Mix Dahlia prefer full sun and in very hot summer climates, they prefer some afternoon shade. Place then in rich, well drained soils. Keep them well watered but not soggy. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Plant in the spring after the last frost. This Dahlia is easy to grow and makes an excellent cut flower, border, or container plant. Price: $2.69 Click Here For Detail AKA: Dahlia variabilis Sun Explosure: