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Wildflower Seeds - Mountain Region
The Mountain Region is a diverse area of the Western US that includes the Rockies, Olympics, Sierras, and a host of other mountain ranges. These areas are higher in elevation than the surrounding areas, and so face more extremes in temperature as well as moisture. Generally, the western sides of the mountains are greener than the eastern sides because most of the weather patterns move from west to east. Since the area described here is so vast and variable, you may have to experiment a bit to see exactly what will grow in your micro climate. We cannot tell you exactly what mountain wildflower seeds will grow in your garden because it depends so much on your exact location - a garden a few miles from you may have a totally different climate, rainfall, soils, and daylight. The best thing is to experiment and buy wildflower seeds online, or ask local gardeners or greenhouses if you want localized gardening information.
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Baby Blue Eyes Seeds
Nemophila menziesii
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Nemophila menziesii
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Early spring brings this baby-blue flower to the foothills and and grasslands of the western coasts of the United States. The genus name "Nemophilia" comes from the Latin words for "woodland loving." The species name "menziesii" honors Archibald Menzies, the appointed naturalist of several extended voyages in the late 18th century. Menzies brought back a number of new species, including this wildflower.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Basket of Gold Seeds
Alyssum saxatile
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Alyssum saxatile
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Basket of Gold, a type of creeping alyssum, is native to sunny areas of central and southern Europe, especially the Mediterranean region. Though described by Linnaeus in 1753, it can be traced to earlier times. In medieval folk medicine, this flower was called "madwort" because of the belief that it would cure insanity and rabies. Legend has it that wearing a sprig of this flower will dispel anger from others. Because of its low, cascading growth and preference for dry and rocky ground, Basket of Gold makes a popular choice for rock gardens, paths, or dry slopes. This plant received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Beach Evening Primrose Seeds
Camissonia cheiranthifolia
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Camissonia cheiranthifolia
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Also known as Beach Suncups, this wildflower blooms all year on its native coasts of Oregon and California. It prefers to grow in the sand dunes just off the ocean; because of its extremely long taproot, it thrives even in drought conditions. Though this flower does not belong to the same family as the true primrose, it acquired this misleading name because of a strong resemblance to that species. One important difference between the two is the fact that Beach Evening Primroses bloom all day, rather than just at evening and through the night in the manner of true primroses. The genus name "Camissonia" honors the noted writer and botanist Adelbert von Chamisso.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Bitterroot Seeds
Lewisia rediviva
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Lewisia rediviva
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Said to be one of the rarest wildflowers in America, bitterroot was discovered by Lewis and Clark in what is now the state of Montana. The roots of this plant were once a valuable addition to the diet of Native American tribes such as Shoshone, Flathead, and Ktunaxa. In spite of its delicate beauty, this is a tough little plant that can live without water for more than a year and flourishes in poor, rocky soil. These qualities are reflected in the species name "rediviva," which means "brought back to life." The genus name "Lewisia" honors Meriwether Lewis, who recorded the first description of this plant in the early 19th century.Starting at $2.98 USD -
Blue Pimpernel Seeds
Anagallis monelli
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Anagallis monelli
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Blue Pimpernel flowers show off with one of the brightest, truest blues in nature. These eye catching plants originally grew wild along the rocky slopes and sand dunes of the Mediterranean coast, even establishing themselves in fissures of seaside cliffs. Linnaeus gave this flower the botanical name "Monelli" to honor French horticultural expert Jean Monelle, who introduced this plant to his native land. Because of this flower's habit of closing at dusk and before stormy weather, it has also been called Poor Man's Barometer. The blue blossoms also remain closed in cloudy weather, opening only to the the sun. Blue Pimpernel received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Carpet of Snow Sweet Alyssum Seeds
Lobularia maritima
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Lobularia maritima
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Carpet of Snow sweet alyssum is an attractive member of the mustard family that originally came from the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean region. The common name Alyssum comes from a Greek word meaning "rabies," referring to the ancient belief that this plant had the ability to treat this disease. The genus name Lobelia honors the renowned Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Corsican Violet Seeds
Viola corsica
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Viola corsica
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This native violet originally grew on the mountain slopes of the Mediterranean region. Its large blooms resemble the garden pansy, and its hardy growth makes it just as easy to grow. Because it eventually forms a natural colony, it makes a very attractive ground cover. The species name "corsica" refers to Corsica, an island in the Mediterranean Sea where species grows in the wild.Starting at $3.60 USD -
Creeping Thyme Seeds
Thymus serpyllum
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Thymus serpyllum
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Creeping thyme ground cover is a beautiful, fragrant little plant that is a common sight on the rocky coasts and plains of the Mediterranean region. Kipling waxed poetic on its scent on the summer breeze, saying it was "like the dawn of paradise." Though it can be used as a flavoring or herb, creeping thyme ground cover is not the true culinary thyme but rather an undomesticated cousin. In the language of flowers, thyme signifies activity and courage.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Creeping Zinnia Seeds
Sanvitalia procumbens
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Sanvitalia procumbens
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Botanical records show that this attractive plant first came to the United States in 1798 from its native Mexico. It is not a true zinnia, resembling instead the popular black-eyed susan. The genus name "Sanvitalia" honors Frederico Sanvitali, a noted 18th century Italian botanist. The species name "procumbens" means "creeping," referring to the plant's growth.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dahlberg Daisy Seeds
Thymophilla tenuiloba
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Thymophilla tenuiloba
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A tough specimen, this plant is native to the rocky slopes and plains of the desert southwest and Mexico. Its genus name "Thymophylla" comes from the Greek words for "thyme-leaved," since the delicate foliage gives it a resemblance to plants of that species. The species name "tenuiloba" means "finely-divided," also referring to its characteristic foliage.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dainty Marietta French Marigold Seeds
Tagetes patula
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Tagetes patula
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Though native to Mexico and Central America, these flowers spread to Europe with explorers and became popular as ornamental plants. Because of their beauty, they often adorned statues of Mary, resulting in the common name "Mary's gold." Gardeners often use this species as a companion plant for vegetables, since it prevents disease and harmful pests. The genus name "Tagetes" comes from Tages, an ancient deity who sprung up from the ground.The species name "patula" comes from the Latin word for "spreading wide," referring to the opening blossoms.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Dark Blue Moss Vervain Seeds
Verbena tenuisecta
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Verbena tenuisecta
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This stunning, drought loving groundcover originally comes from South America. Butterfly enthusiasts appreciate this plant for its nearly magnetic attraction to butterflies, while gardeners in arid regions find it a valuable survivor of heat and drought. The species name "tenuisecta" means "thinly cut," referring to the delicate foliage.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dutchman's Breeches Seeds
Dicentra cucullaria
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Dicentra cucullaria
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Dicentra cucullaria is a delicate beauty that blooms with the earliest of the woodland flowers. It comes from the Dicentra genus, which also includes many Japanese species of wildflower such as the bleeding heart. The Dicentra name means "two-spurred," referring to the distinctive shape of the blossoms in this family. The common name of Dicentra cucullaria, Dutchman's Breeches, is also a result of the shape of the blossoms (which look like white pantaloons hung out to dry).Starting at $2.98 USD -
Dwarf California Poppy Seeds
Eschscholzia caespitosa
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Eschscholzia caespitosa
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These poppies have a habit of opening and closing with the sun, appropriate for their native Golden State. The first member of the California poppy genus was identified in 1816 by German botanist Adelbert von Chamisso on an exploratory voyage to California and the Pacific Northwest. Chamisso named this genus "Eschscholzia" after a fellow botanist, Johann Friedrich von Eschscholtz, who accompanied him on the journey. Nearly a dozen species of poppy grow wild in the western United States. This dwarf species can easily be mistaken for the state flower of California, though it has a small disc at the base of each blossom where the state flower remains smooth.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dwarf Pink Sweet Alyssum Seeds
Lobularia maritima
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Lobularia maritima
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This attractive member of the mustard family originally came from the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean region. The common name Alyssum comes from a Greek word meaning "rabies," referring to the ancient belief that this plant had the ability to treat this disease. The genus name Lobelia honors the renowned Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel.Starting at $2.50 USD -
English Daisy Seed Mix
Bellis perennis
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Bellis perennis
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The English Daisy is commonly found in lawns, meadows, riverbanks, and along roadsides; it is considered the flower of innocence, and a favorite of children. The poet Chaucer was the first to give this flower the name "day's eye," because of its habit of opening in the morning and closing at night. A common saying of the era stated, "When you can put your foot on seven daisies, summer is come." The English Daisy's Latin name "Bellis perennis" translates as "pretty everlasting." Because of its properties as an astringent herb, herbal medicine has included the daisy for centuries; in ancient Rome, physicians would use tinctures made of this plant for disinfecting wounds on the battlefield.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Five Spot Seeds
Nemophila maculata
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Nemophila maculata
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Victorian ladies loved this native plant for its unusual bicolor flowers and delicate foliage. The genus name "Nemophilia" comes from Latin words meaning "woodland loving." The species name comes from the Latin word for "spotted," in reference to the colorful purple dots on the petals.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Golden Blue Eyed Grass Seeds
Sisyrinchium californicum
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Sisyrinchium californicum
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This native species was formally published in Carl Linnaeus' 1753 publication, Species Plantarum. Though it appears to be a type of grass, it actually belongs to the iris family.The species name "californicum" means "of California," a reference to the plant's native state.Starting at $3.60 USD -
Goldfields Seeds
Lasthenia glabrata
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Lasthenia glabrata
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This California native once carpeted the valleys and coastal wetlands of the Golden State, though it is not commonly found growing wild in recent years due to decreasing wetlands. The genus name "Lasthenia" comes from Greek mythology, being the name of a student of the philosopher Plato. The species name "glabrata" refers to the glabrous, or smooth and hairless, foliage.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Heal All Seeds
Prunella vulgaris
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Prunella vulgaris
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In the 16th century, famed botanist and herbal expert John Gerard said of this plant that "there is not a better wounde herbe in the world." As the name suggests, this native plant has healing properties that herbalists have appreciated for centuries. The plant has been used both internally or externally, fresh and dried. Though not in current medical use, it is said to have antibacterial and detoxifying benefits. The genus name "Prunella" comes from the German word "brunella," a disorder of the mouth and throat that could be treated with this herb.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Helen Mount Johnny Jump Up Seeds
Viola tricolor
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Viola tricolor
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This bright-eyed flower once grew wild throughout Europe, and was known as "hearts-ease." Other common names included Love in Idleness, the Trinity Herb, and Three Faces in a Hood. Though the identity of "Johnny" is not known, that particular name seems to originate in 18th century America. Thomas Jefferson's notes of his extensive garden show that he planted this flower on April 1, 1767.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Ice Plant Seed Mix
Mesembryanthemem criniflorum
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Mesembryanthemem criniflorum
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This flower comes from a family of plants native to southern Africa. The genus name Mesembryanthemum comes from the Greek words meaning "middle" and "flower," since this flower opens around midday. The species name "criniflorum" means "having hair-like leaves," possibly referring to the unusual crystal-like texture of the foliage. This quality also inspired the common names Ice Plant or Ice Daisy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Naughty Marietta French Marigold Seeds
Tagetes patula
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Tagetes patula
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Though native to Mexico and Central America, these flowers spread to Europe with explorers and became popular as ornamental plants. Because of their beauty, they often adorned statues of Mary, resulting in the common name "Mary's gold." Gardeners often use this species as a companion plant for vegetables, since it prevents disease and harmful pests. The genus name "Tagetes" comes from Tages, an ancient deity who sprung up from the ground.The species name "patula" comes from the Latin word for "spreading wide," referring to the opening blossoms.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Oregon Iris Seeds
Iris tenax
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Iris tenax
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The word "iris" comes from Greek, meaning "rainbow." The mythical Iris of Greek legend personified the rainbow, acting as the messenger from heaven to earth. This flower also appears in ancient Egyptian sculpture and tradition, as a symbol of life and power. Native Americans and early settlers found a practical use for this plant, using the strong fibers from the leaves to make ropes, nets, and string; the Latin species name "tenax" means "tough," in reference to these leaves.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Pasque Flower Seeds
Anemone patens wolfgangiana
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Anemone patens wolfgangiana
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Pasque Flower bursts into bloom about a month earlier than most other native spring flowers, making it one of the earliest prairie plants to blossom. Its cold hardiness allows it to thrive as far north as the state of Alaska; the silky hairs on the stems and blossoms provide insulation from cold. "Pasque," which means "passion," refers to the plant's habit of blooming around the time of Easter. Its unusual flowers, which resemble European crocuses, caused early European immigrants to give it the common name of prairie crocus. Once established, pasque flower plants can live for 50 years with more blossoms in each year of growth.Starting at $2.98 USD -
Petite French Marigold Seed Mix
Tagetes patula
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Tagetes patula
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Though native to Mexico and Central America, these flowers spread to Europe with explorers and became popular as ornamental plants. Because of their beauty, they often adorned statues of Mary, resulting in the common name "Mary's gold." Gardeners often use this species as a companion plant for vegetables, since it prevents disease and harmful pests. The genus name "Tagetes" comes from Tages, an ancient deity who sprung up from the ground.The species name "patula" comes from the Latin word for "spreading wide," referring to the opening blossoms.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Poached Egg Plant Seeds
Limnanthes douglasii
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Limnanthes douglasii
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This native species was first discovered by David Douglas, a Scottish botanist commissioned to collect native American plants suitable for the gardens of Great Britain. The species name "douglasii" honors his discovery, while the genus name "Limnanthes" means "marsh flower" because of this plant's preference for moist soil. This fragrant butterfly magnet has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's prestigious Award of Garden Merit.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Prairie Smoke Seeds
Geum triflorum
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Geum triflorum
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This well-loved native wildflower first appears in the historical records of the Lewis and Clark expedition, collected on Idaho's Weippe Prairie on June 12, 1806. Its distinctive plumes are designed for seed dispersal, since the seeds attached are carried away on the wind at the end of the season. This plant also has ornamental value because of its fern-like foliage that turns reddish purple in the fall. The species name "trifolium" refers to the flowers, which often occur in clusters of three. Because of their natural sweetness, the roots of this and several other related species have formerly been used to brew a cocoa-like beverage.Starting at $3.60 USD -
Purple Locoweed Seeds
Oxytropis lambertii
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Oxytropis lambertii
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Locoweed earned its name by the unusual effect it has on grazing animals. The foliage causes particular damage to horses, though the poison does not reach a toxic level until 75 percent of the bodyweight has been consumed. In 1814, botanist Fredereck Pursh described the first known specimen of this plant in his influential publication Flora Americae Septentrionalis. Pursh obtained his specimen from the collection of John Bradbury, a Scottish naturalist well known for his explorations of western and midwestern America; Bradbury noted that he found this plant flourishing on the bluffs over the Missouri River. The genus name "Oxytropis" means "sharp keel," in reference to the sharply pointed petals. The species name "lambertii" honors Aylmer Lambert, a British botanist.Starting at $2.98 USD -
Purple Poppy Mallow Seeds
Callirhoe involucrata
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Callirhoe involucrata
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Because of its trailing habit and bright blossoms, Purple Poppy Mallow makes an eye-catching addition to rock gardens, draped over rock walls, or planted in hanging baskets. It also spreads eventually to form a native ground cover. In the wild, this plant can be found in open woodland and on rocky, dry slopes. Its genus name, "Callirhoe," refers to a character of Greek mythology.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Purple Rockcress Seeds
Aubrieta deltoidea
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Aubrieta deltoidea
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Because of its Mediterranean heritage, Rockcress thrives in dry, rocky areas and can be found springing up in crevices, between stones, or on cliff faces. It can grow quite well in almost no soil. This plant originally comes from Greece and Sicily, with its genus name "Aubrieta" being a tribute to Claude Aubriet, a French court artist from the 1700s who specialized in botanical illustration.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Red Drummond Phlox Seeds
Phlox drummondii
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Phlox drummondii
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The first botanical records of native phlox first appear in Hortus Elthamensis, botanist Johann Dillenius' published description of a famous experimental garden near London in 1732. This garden, under the care of famed English botanist William Sherard, contained several species of wild phlox from America. From that time on, gardeners seemed to agree with horticulturist Karl Foerster that "a garden without a phlox is a mistake." In the language of flowers, phlox symbolizes either the union of souls or sweet dreams. In Victorian times, a bouquet of phlox often indicated a timid proposal of marriage. The name "phlox" comes from the Greek word for "flame." The species name "drummondii" honors 19th century Scottish botanist Thomas Drummond, who traveled extensively throughout the United States collecting unique plants. This particular wild phlox came from Texas, where Drummond spent nearly two years.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Rockcress Seeds
Arabis alpina
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Arabis alpina
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This alpine flower springs up in the high, barren mountain regions of most of Europe as well as Asia and North America. It naturally grows in moist, rocky ground or along streams and crevasses. Its foliage forms a dense mat close to the ground, while the stems support clusters of pure white, tiny flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Royal Carpet Sweet Alyssum Seeds
Lobularia maritima
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Lobularia maritima
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This attractive member of the mustard family originally came from the rocky coasts of the Mediterranean region. The common name Alyssum comes from a Greek word meaning "rabies," referring to the ancient belief that this plant had the ability to treat this disease. The genus name Lobelia honors the renowned Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Scarlet Globemallow Seeds
Sphaeralcea coccinea
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Sphaeralcea coccinea
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This tough little plant grows throughout the foothills and plains of the American West. The tiny hairs on its leaves conserve moisture and reflect sunlight, as well as giving the foliage a characteristic grayish color. Creatures such as bison, antelope, bighorn sheep, and rabbits feed on the leaves of this plant. The genus name "Sphaeralcea" comes from the Latin words for "globe" and "mallow," references to the shape of the blossoms and to the plant family.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Scarlet Pimpernel Seeds
Anagallis arvensis
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Anagallis arvensis
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Readers of classic literature will recognize this flower from Baroness Orczy's historical novel The Scarlet Pimpernel, in which this humble wayside flower was the symbol and code name of the heroic Sir Percy Blakeney. This low-growing plant grows prolifically along the roadsides and meadows of the United Kingdom, and has spread to nearly every temperate region on the globe. Eighteenth century doctors often used the dried leaves of this plant for the treatment of epilepsy, mental problems, or rabies; since the plant can be highly toxic, medicinal use is no longer recommended. Renowned men of science such as Henslow and Darwin researched this plant extensively, fascinated by the wide variation in the color of the flowers. Because of this flower's habit of closing at dusk and before stormy weather, it has also been called Poor Man's Barometer. The abundant red flowers also remain closed in cloudy weather, opening only to the the sun.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Snow in Summer Seeds
Cerastium biebersteinii
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Cerastium biebersteinii
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This native plant originated in the high altitudes of Eastern Europe, specifically the mountain ranges of Ukraine's Crimean Peninsula. It was first described by Augustin Pyramus de Candolle, a noted Swiss botanist who recorded hundreds of species. The species name "biebersteinii" honors the man who provided Candolle with the seeds, a German botanist by the name of Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein. Its silvery, felted foliage and low-growing, spreading habit make this an attractive and hardy ground cover.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Soapwort Seeds
Saponaria ocymoides
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Saponaria ocymoides
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Originally, this hardy plant grew in the mountains of the Mediterranean region and southwestern Asia. The genus name "Saponaria" comes from the Latin word for soap, referring to the plant's ancient use in soap-making. Rumor has it that this plant produces such a gentle and cleansing lather that it has been used for cleaning fragile museum pieces. This plant has been awarded the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Swiss Giants Pansy Seed Mix
Viola wittrockiana
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Viola wittrockiana
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The name "pansy" comes from the French word "pensee," meaning "thought." In the language of flowers, pansies signify remembrance. In the early 19th century, Lord Gambier and his gardener William Thompson produced the original pansy hybrid, a cross between various species of native violets. The new species received the name "wittrockiana" in honor of noted Swedish botanist Viet Brecher Wittrock.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Tidy Tips Seeds
Layia platyglossa
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Layia platyglossa
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This bright wildflower can be found throughout the southwestern states of California, Utah, and Arizona, The common name "tidy tips" is derived from this flower's unusual yellow petals, which each have a neatly painted tip of white. The genus name "platyglossa" comes from Greek words meaning "broad-tongued," referring to the appearance of the foliage.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Virginia Stock Seeds
Malcolmia maritima
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Malcolmia maritima
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Because of its rapid growth and appealing fragrance, this plant has been a special favorite of young gardeners for generations. The genus name "Malcomia" honors William Malcom, the founder of a seed company based in 18th century London. The species name "maritima" refers to this Mediterranean plant's affinity for the seashore.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Western Blue Eyed Grass Seeds
Sisyrinchium bellum
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Sisyrinchium bellum
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This native species was formally published in Carl Linnaeus' 1753 publication, Species Plantarum. Though it appears to be a type of grass, it actually belongs to the iris family. Well known botanist Theodore Payne, known for his research of plants in the American West, was the first to introduce this plant to gardeners.Starting at $2.50 USD -
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Wholeleaf Indian Paintbrush Seeds
Castilleja integra
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Castilleja integra
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Wholeleaf Indian Paintbrush thrives in the southwestern region of the United States; native plantings can be found in Gila National Forest as well as Grand Canyon National Park. This species was first described for scientific records in 1858 by renowned American botanist Asa Gray, from a specimen gathered near El Paso, Texas. Indian Paintbrush is classified as hemiparasitic, meaning that it relies on the roots of nearby plants to receive some of the nutrients it needs; this does not harm other plants. Indian Paintbrush itself is a host plant for several species of butterflies in the Checkerspot family. Its stunning scarlet "flowers," actually bracts that hide the inconspicuous true flowers, inspired their common name because they appear to be dipped in paint. The genus name Coccinea means "scarlet" while the species name "integra" means whole, since the leaves of this variety do not have the typical division of most Paintbrushes.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Wild Ginger Seeds
Asarum canadense
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Asarum canadense
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This native woodland plant was formally published in Carl Linnaeus' 1753 publication, Species Plantarum, with the note that it grew in Canada. Its low flowers nestle below the leaves at ground level, and attract pollinating insects with their slight odor. European herb gardens often included this plant, and herbal remedies of the 17th century sometimes used the root for various digestive complaints. Upon discovering this plant, early settlers of North America named it after the ginger plant that they knew from their homeland; wild ginger, however, comes from a different plant family than culinary ginger. Because of its similarity in taste, wild ginger became useful as a spice; settlers often candied or dried the root, making sweet syrup or confections from it. Modern science has found, however, that wild ginger contains potentially poisonous substances and should not be used internally.Starting at $2.98 USD -
Wild Strawberry Seeds
Fragaria virginiana
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Fragaria virginiana
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These tiny wild strawberries have a very widespread habitat, and can be commonly found in the wild. Native Americans and early settlers used them extensively for culinary purposes, while wild animals of all kinds found them a valuable source of food. Their rich, delicious flavor makes them a valuable genetic parent of nearly all modern strawberry hybrids, along with a South American native strawberry. This hybridization first took place in the late 18th century at the Royal Gardens at the Louvre in France, where scientist A. W. Duchesne (1747-1827) found that the flavor of one native variety and the size of the other would combine to make an extremely superior variety of strawberry.Starting at $3.60 USD
The Mountain Region is a diverse area of the Western US that includes the Rockies, Olympics, Sierras, and a host of other mountain ranges. These areas are higher in elevation than the surrounding areas, and so face more extremes in temperature as well as moisture. Generally, the western sides of the mountains are greener than the eastern sides because most of the weather patterns move from west to east. Since the area described here is so vast and variable, you may have to experiment a bit to see exactly what will grow in your micro climate. We cannot tell you exactly what mountain wildflower seeds will grow in your garden because it depends so much on your exact location - a garden a few miles from you may have a totally different climate, rainfall, soils, and daylight. The best thing is to experiment and buy wildflower seeds online, or ask local gardeners or greenhouses if you want localized gardening information.