Spires of Lupins in shades of blue and bluish-purple are a welcome sign in spring. Lupins are an important source of nectar for pollinators. The flowers will bloom all summer and return to delight with another stunning display the following year. Prefers sandy soil and will grow in North American regions Zones: 3-9. Lupins prefer full sun but will grow in light partial shade. Will withstand a certain amount of drought. Beneficial for butterflies.
Lupin (Lupinus perennis) is a perennial flowering plant that is native to North America. It is known for its showy clusters of blue, purple, or white flowers. Lupins are a popular choice for gardens because they are easy to care for and attract pollinators.
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Easy to grow, colorful, and nutritious. Tolerant of cool and warm temperatures and a very prolific producer of tasty green leaves on multi-colored stalks. Great for beginner and advanced gardeners alike.
Small spring blooming flowers in shades of stunning blue. A good nectar source for butterflies and bees. They are ideal for dry gardens because they require little water. Great in borders or for natural xeriscape gardens.
Water Forget Me Not. The true Forget Me Not. Prefers boggy wet areas. A low-growing, spreading plant presenting small bright blue dainty flowers with yellow centers. Happily thrives along stream banks and ponds. Self-seeding perennial that also spreads by rhizomes without being invasive.
These delightful annuals will grow in most soils, in full sun or partial shade, and are great for a low growing groundcover. The bright orange, red, yellow, and cream blossoms are edible and will flower all summer long!
Easy to grow excellent cool-weather salad green with a spicy, nutty flavor. Use in salads, pesto, and garnish—harvest 21 days. Cut and come again for continuous harvesting.
Plump round heirloom Artichokes with thick tasty hearts, tender leaves, and a delicious nutty flavor. Grow as an annual in all zones and as a perennial in Zones 6 – 11. Plants grow up to 5 feet with 3 – 5 heads per plant ready to harvest in 120 days.
A fast-growing vine prized for its beautiful fragrant flowers, brilliant purple seed pods, and the leaves' deep red veins. The plant is edible though the mature beans require boiling with frequent water changes.
Grown for the delicate flavor of the side shoots that appear once the main head has been harvested. Once the head is cut, the plant goes to work and vigorously produces the delectable side shoots. Easy to grow, prolific, and hardy.
Dwarf Amaranth growing up to 16 inches with rich crimson plumes. It adds ornamental appeal to borders and is stunning when used as a low-growing plant to define specific areas. The long-lasting cut flowers dry a deep red and the green-to-burgundy leaves and shiny black seeds are edible and delicious! Cute little plants that are perfect in smaller gardens or containers.
Delightful little heirloom Marigolds that produce brightly colored flowers all summer long. They are self-seeding, drought-tolerant, and tough! Great for containers and will grow in the most difficult places in your garden with full sun.
Dazzling blue blossoms on graceful stems adorn this beautiful native wildflower. It is easy to grow from seed, requires little care, and is drought tolerant. The intense blue flowers create a sensation when they appear in spring and last until the small rounded seed-heads form in late summer.
ANNUAL GROW IN ALL ZONES: Delicate flowers in stunning shades of blue on long stems. Grow in all zones as an annual. This variety is perfect for long-lasting cut flowers and dried flowers. They can also be dried and keep their color well. Butterflies find them irresistible, and the flowers are edible!
A beautiful, low-maintenance, long-lived perennial. The bright purple-pink flowers with large cone centers provide an abundance of nectar for bees and butterflies. Echinacea is a native wildflower and a beneficial medicinal herb that helps to boost the immune system.
ANNUAL GROW IN ALL ZONES: Fantastic "Showy" blooms that are big, bright, bold, and beautiful. An easy to grow heirloom that will bloom all summer. Great for cut flowers and floral arrangements. Grow as an annual in all zones. Attracts butterflies, drought tolerant.
Delightful native wildflower of the prairie. Easy to grow from seed. Grows from basal rosettes that produce bright orange flowers. The flowers provide nectar for pollinators and are long-lasting as cut flowers. Native Americans used the root in medicine, though the seeds are poisonous.
Larger blooms and more flowers per stem than other fragrant Sweet Pea varieties. The more you pick, the more they produce, and a vase of Sweet Peas is a welcoming sight, plus their wonderful fragrance will fill the air indoors or out. Blossoms are in shades of Pink, Lilac, Magenta, and white.
Easy to grow old fashioned favorite brought to America by early colonists. Grow at the back of the flower border or along fences—tough, sturdy, with large, showy flowers in magenta, lilac, pink, cream, and purple. Loved by pollinators – will tolerate poor soil.
Create a stunning display with masses of brilliant blue flowers each spring. These low growing wildflowers grow naturally in woodland and meadows, though they are quite adaptable in almost any location.
Easy to grow with larger flower petals than common Gypsophila. Beautiful sprays of tiny white flowers on slender stems complement many other flowers in the garden. They are long-lasting as cut flowers or can be dried for crafts. To show off your garden flowers spectacularly, plant Gypsophila elegans among them!Â
Native host plant for Monarch Butterflies. Returns each spring after sowing from seed. Deep taproots make this an excellent drought-tolerant plant for zones 3 - 9. Bright orange flowers growing two to three feet high create a fantastic display when planted en masse. An important nectar source for beneficial pollinators. Edible if cooked correctly. Used for twine and medical in folklore.
Experience the stunning beauty of Monday Blue Salvia Horminum. Also known as Clary Sage. This versatile and eye-catching herbaceous annual plant is a favorite among gardeners and florists alike, boasting colorful bracts in wonderous shades of stunning blue hues. Attractive to pollinators and with long-lasting blooms, this plant is sure to add a touch of beauty to any space.
ANNUAL GROW IN ALL ZONES: A tall, edible plant with intense reddish-purple leaves. The large elegant flower plumes produce an abundant amount of seeds. The seeds are preferred for grain and flour. The leaves are eaten raw in salads or cooked. Its size and color make it a wonderful addition as a backdrop for borders.
Charming wildflowers with delicate blooms in hues of pink, yellow, purple, and violet. Easy to grow and require little care. It attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators, and although they look exquisitely delicate, they are extremely tough!
Delphinium Giant Imperial Larkspur is a stunning flowering plant with tall spikes of vibrant and densely-packed florets in shades of blue, violet, rose, red, lavender, salmon, pink, and white. Delphinium giant larkspur is beautiful, and its ability to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other insects to your garden can also benefit other plants and crops.
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