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African Daisy Seeds Dimorphotheca sinuata Quick View
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Dimorphotheca sinuata
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These daisies originate in the African region of Namaqualand, as well as the country of Namibia. As soon as the spring rains come, these bright daisies begin blooming; they always face the sun, and will close in cloudy weather or at sunset. Because moisture in these regions can be erratic, this plant must adapt to drought conditions. The genus name "Dimorpotheca" comes from the Greek words for "two shaped fruit," referring to the plant's unique ability to produce two types of seed.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Alaska Nasturtium Seed Mix Tropaeolum nanum Quick View
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Tropaeolum nanum
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The common name "nasturtium" comes from the Latin words for "nose-twister," a humorous way of describing a common reaction the taste of the edible leaves. The entire plant has a history of being used for culinary purposes, since even the seeds can be pickled and make an acceptable substitute for capers. Though the first known botanical description of this species comes from the notes of Spanish botanist Nicolas Monardes, Carl Linnaeus gave the genus its name. He called it "Tropaeolum" in reference to an ancient Roman "tropaeum," a pole on which the bloody armor and shields of the defeated enemy were hung; the plant's bright blossoms reminded him of helmets, while the circular leaves looked similar to shields.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Autumn Beauty Sunflower Seeds Helianthus annuus Quick View
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Helianthus annuus
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Sunflowers were named for their habit of turning their faces to the sun. At the beginning of their development they exhibit heliotropism, or following the sun in its course from east to west, though the mature blossoms usually end up facing straight east. These versatile plants have an ancient history, beginning with Native American tribes across North America as early as 2000 BC. The seeds were used for their oil, ground up for meal, or simply eaten as a snack; the plant also provided dye and medicinal ointment. In 18th century Europe, sunflowers were widely used both in gardens and for making cooking oil; the production of this heart-healthy oil eventually became a major industry both in Europe and America. These are said to be the happiest of flowers, and in the language of flowers they symbolize loyalty and constancy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Ballerina California Poppy Seed Mix Eschscholzia californica Quick View
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Eschscholzia californica
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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.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Ball's Orange Calendula Seeds Calendula officinalis Quick View
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Calendula officinalis
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This old-fashioned flower has a long history as both an ornamental garden plant and as an herb. When dried, the petals of Calendula flowers provide a culinary substitute for saffron; in times past, they were used to give a rich color to cheese or butter. Medicinal uses included treatments for measles and smallpox, as well as for dressing wounds on the battlefield. As well as being the traditional flower for October birthdays, calendula symbolizes sorrow and sympathy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Black Eyed Susan Vine Seeds Thunbergia alata Quick View
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Thunbergia alata
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Originally native to areas of southern and eastern Africa, this stunning vine has since naturalized to many other areas of the world. The genus name "Thunbergia" honors Carl Peter Thunberg, an 18th century Swedish botanist who did extensive botanical research and exploration at the Cape of Good Hope. The species name "alatus" means "winged," referring to the shape of the leaves.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Blood Flower Seeds Asclepias curassavica Quick View
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Asclepias curassavica
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In 1753, eminent botanist Carl Linnaeus gave the Blood Flower milkweed its Latin genus name, "Asclepias." Asclepias, the name of the legendary Greek deity of medicine and healing, is especially appropriate since this plant formerly had numerous medicinal uses. At one time, the silk from the seed pods was spun for fabric or used for stuffing pillows; in World War II, school children gathered the silk to provide a cheap filling for soldiers' life jackets. Commercial attempts to make use of this abundant plant included the manufacture of paper, fabric, lubricant, fuel, and rubber; eventually these became impractical and were abandoned. In the wild, the Blood Flower milkweed attracts flocks of butterflies and their larvae; butterflies are immune to the plant's poison, and actually become rather poisonous themselves as protection from predators.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Bright Lights Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix Cosmos sulphureus Quick View
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Cosmos sulphureus
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Because of their Mexican heritage, these bright annuals meet high heat and drought conditions with native beauty and vigor. Spanish conquistadors searching for gold discovered these flowers on their journeys through Mexico. Mission gardens often included these flowers, which priests gave the name "cosmos," the Greek word for a harmonious whole, because of their neatly spaced petals. Cosmos flowers made their way to England with Spanish ambassadors in the late 18th century, and to the United States in the following century.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Butterfly Weed Seeds Asclepias tuberosa Quick View
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Asclepias tuberosa
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Butterfly Weed, one of the most striking of native plants, lights up the prairies with its blazing orange flowers. Butterfly milkweed seed thrives in rocky or sandy soil, typically in open fields or along roadsides. One of its common names, pleurisy root, refers to an old remedy for lung ailments that contained this plant. At one time, the silk from Butterfly Weed seed pods was spun for fabric or used for stuffing pillows; in World War II, school children gathered the silk to provide a cheap filling for soldiers' life jackets. Commercial attempts to make use of this abundant plant included the manufacture of paper, fabric, lubricant, fuel, and rubber; eventually these became impractical and were abandoned. Though this plant is toxic to most animals, butterflies are immune to the plant's poison and actually become rather poisonous themselves as protection from predators.Starting at $2.50 USD -
California Giants Zinnia Seed Mix Zinnia elegans Quick View
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Zinnia elegans
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Classic Zinnia Seeds Zinnia linearis Quick View
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Zinnia linearis
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Crackerjack African Marigold Seeds Tagetes erecta Quick View
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Tagetes erecta
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Though native to Mexico and Central America, these flowers spread to North Africa with explorers and became popular in that area. Because of their beauty and their purifying effect, these blossoms are often kept in the households and temples of South Asia. Gardeners use this species as a companion plant in vegetable gardens, since it prevents disease and harmful pests. The genus name "Tagetes" comes from Tages, an ancient deity who sprung up from the ground.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dahlia Flowered Zinnia Seed Mix Zinnia elegans Quick View
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Zinnia elegans
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Desert Globemallow Seeds Sphaeralcea ambigua Quick View
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Sphaeralcea ambigua
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This tough little shrub grows throughout the deserts of the American southwest and in Mexico. The tiny hairs on its leaves conserve moisture and reflect sunlight, as well as giving the foliage a characteristic grayish color. Desert creatures such as chuckwallas, 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 -
Dwarf California Poppy Seeds Eschscholzia caespitosa Quick View
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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 Sulphur Cosmos Seed Mix Cosmos sulphureus Quick View
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Cosmos sulphureus
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Because of their Mexican heritage, these bright annuals meet high heat and drought conditions with native beauty and vigor. Spanish conquistadors searching for gold discovered these flowers on their journeys through Mexico. Mission gardens often included these flowers, which priests gave the name "cosmos," the Greek word for a harmonious whole, because of their neatly spaced petals. Cosmos flowers made their way to England with Spanish ambassadors in the late 18th century, and to the United States in the following century.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Dwarf Orange Sulphur Cosmos Seeds Cosmos sulphureus Quick View
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Cosmos sulphureus
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Because of their Mexican heritage, these bright annuals meet high heat and drought conditions with native beauty and vigor. Spanish conquistadors searching for gold discovered these flowers on their journeys through Mexico. Mission gardens often included these flowers, which priests gave the name "cosmos," the Greek word for a harmonious whole, because of their neatly spaced petals. Cosmos flowers made their way to England with Spanish ambassadors in the late 18th century, and to the United States in the following century.Starting at $2.50 USD -
English Marigold Seeds Calendula officinalis Quick View
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Calendula officinalis
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This old-fashioned flower has a long history as both an ornamental garden plant and as an herb. When dried, the petals of Calendula flowers provide a culinary substitute for saffron; in times past, they were used to give a rich color to cheese or butter. Medicinal uses included treatments for measles and smallpox, as well as for dressing wounds on the battlefield. As well as being the traditional flower for October birthdays, calendula symbolizes sorrow and sympathy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
English Wallflower Seeds Cheiranthus cheiri Quick View
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Cheiranthus cheiri
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Historians believe that the English Wallflower first arrived in England in the 11th century, brought by the Normans. Its common name comes from the plant's affinity for nooks and crannies in walls or cliffs. It tends to spring up in the corners of castle ruins, roadsides, or any bit of rocky soil it can find near the sea. Records show that this plant once had many herbal and medical uses, as well as being used in perfume because of its fragrance. In the language of flowers, the wallflower also symbolizes disappointment in love.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Fiesta Gitana Calendula Seed Mix Calendula officinalis Quick View
xFiesta Gitana Calendula Seed Mix
Calendula officinalis
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This old-fashioned flower has a long history as both an ornamental garden plant and as an herb. When dried, the petals of Calendula flowers provide a culinary substitute for saffron; in times past, they were used to give a rich color to cheese or butter. Medicinal uses included treatments for measles and smallpox, as well as for dressing wounds on the battlefield. As well as being the traditional flower for October birthdays, calendula symbolizes sorrow and sympathy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Gazania Seeds Gazania splendens Quick View
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Gazania splendens
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These South African cousins of the daisy can endure blazing heat and drought with continued bloom, and often act as a perennial ground cover in warm climates. The Gazania genus honors Theodorus Gaza, an influential Greek scholar of the 15th century Palaeologan Renaissance. Botanist Joseph Gaertner first described and classified Gazania in his landmark publication De Fructibus et Seminibus Plantarum in 1791.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Iceland Poppy Seeds Papaver nudicaule Quick View
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Papaver nudicaule
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As the name suggests, this hardy poppy comes from the arctic regions of North America and Europe. The first botanical records of this plant come from the mid-eighteenth century, most notably in Linnaeus' landmark publication Species Plantarum in 1753. Because of its high tolerance of cold temperatures, this wildflower graces many roadsides and fields in Alaska and northern Canada.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Jewel Nasturtium Seed Mix Tropaeolum nanum Quick View
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Tropaeolum nanum
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The common name "nasturtium" comes from the Latin words for "nose-twister," a humorous way of describing a common reaction the taste of the edible leaves. The entire plant has a history of being used for culinary purposes, since even the seeds can be pickled and make an acceptable substitute for capers. Though the first known botanical description of this species comes from the notes of Spanish botanist Nicolas Monardes, Carl Linnaeus gave the genus its name. He called it "Tropaeolum" in reference to an ancient Roman "tropaeum," a pole on which the bloody armor and shields of the defeated enemy were hung; the plant's bright blossoms reminded him of helmets, while the circular leaves looked similar to shields.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Lilliput Zinnia Seed Mix Zinnia elegans Quick View
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Zinnia elegans
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Mexican Sunflower Seeds Tithonia rotundifolia Quick View
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Tithonia rotundifolia
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As the name suggests, this bright sunflower originally comes from Mexico. Gardeners appreciate this plant for its ability to attract flocks of butterflies. In South Africa, its hardy growth has spread to the wild and made it a common wildflower. The genus name "Tithonia" comes Greek mythology and refers to Tithonius, the beloved of Aurora, the goddess of the dawn.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Mikado California Poppy Seeds Eschscholzia californica Quick View
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Eschscholzia californica
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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.Starting at $2.50 USD -
California Poppy Seed Mix Eschscholzia californica Quick View
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Eschscholzia californica
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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.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Ice Plant Seed Mix Mesembryanthemem criniflorum Quick View
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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 -
Tall Nasturtium Seed Mix Tropaeolum majus Quick View
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Tropaeolum majus
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The common name "nasturtium" comes from the Latin words for "nose-twister," a humorous way of describing a common reaction the taste of the edible leaves. The entire plant has a history of being used for culinary purposes, since even the seeds can be pickled and make an acceptable substitute for capers. Though the first known botanical description of this species comes from the notes of Spanish botanist Nicolas Monardes, Carl Linnaeus gave the genus its name. He called it "Tropaeolum" in reference to an ancient Roman "tropaeum," a pole on which the bloody armor and shields of the defeated enemy were hung; the plant's bright blossoms reminded him of helmets, while the circular leaves looked similar to shields.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Orange California Poppy Seeds Eschscholzia californica Quick View
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Eschscholzia californica
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These golden wildflowers have been the state flower of California since 1903. Their habit of opening and closing with the sun makes them appropriate emblems for the Golden State; they also have a holiday all their own, since April 6 is official California Poppy Day. This poppy was the first identified member of the Eschscholzia genus, identified in 1816 by German botanist Adelbert von Chamisso on an exploratory voyage to California and the Pacific Northwest. Chamisso named the genus after a fellow botanist, Johann Friedrich von Eschscholtz, who accompanied him on the journey. In 1826, noted English botanist David Douglas gathered these California poppy seeds for the Royal Botanical Society; this poppy became one of the first American poppies to cross the ocean to Europe.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Orange King Zinnia Seeds Zinnia elegans Quick View
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Zinnia elegans
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Oriental Poppy Seeds Papaver orientale Quick View
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Papaver orientale
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In the early 1700s, French botanist Joseph Pitton de Tournefort and several colleagues made a research expedition to the many Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries. His travels eventually took him to Turkey, where he traveled through the mountains with a large caravan. His botanical notes show that he found and collected seeds from this plant during this part of the journey. The genus name "Papaver" comes from the Latin word for "milk," referring to the white sap in the stem. The species name "orientale" refers to the plant's place of origin.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Pacific Beauty Calendula Seed Mix Calendula officinalis Quick View
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Calendula officinalis
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This old-fashioned flower has a long history as both an ornamental garden plant and as an herb. When dried, the petals of Calendula flowers provide a culinary substitute for saffron; in times past, they were used to give a rich color to cheese or butter. Medicinal uses included treatments for measles and smallpox, as well as for dressing wounds on the battlefield. As well as being the traditional flower for October birthdays, calendula symbolizes sorrow and sympathy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Persian Carpet Zinnia Seeds Zinnia haageana Quick View
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Zinnia haageana
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Pheasant's Eye Seeds Adonis aestivalis Quick View
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Adonis aestivalis
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The bright blossoms of Pheasant's Eye once grew wild along roadsides and in meadows of Europe and Asia. The Latin name, Adonis, comes from the Greek myth that this flower first sprang up from drops of blood that fell from Adonis, who symbolizes beauty. This plant is now considered rare in most countries, even an endangered species in some parts of Europe. It can still be found occasionally on rocky slopes and wasteland. All parts of this plant are poisonous if ingested, and are especially dangerous to horses and other grazing animals.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Pumila Zinnia Seed Mix Zinnia elegans Quick View
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Zinnia elegans
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The first botanical records of this plant come from the notes of Spanish botanists Mocino and Sesse, who discovered the species growing in the wilds of southern Mexico in 1789. The common name "zinnia" honors German botanist and professor Johann Gottfried Zinn, who was among the first to grow this species after it was discovered. Zinnias signify thoughts of an absent friend in the Victorian language of flowers.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Sparky French Marigold Seed Mix Tagetes patula Quick View
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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 -
Tall Orange Suphur Cosmos Seeds Cosmos sulphureus Quick View
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Cosmos sulphureus
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Because of their Mexican heritage, these bright annuals meet high heat and drought conditions with native beauty and vigor. Spanish conquistadors searching for gold discovered these flowers on their journeys through Mexico. Mission gardens often included these flowers, which priests gave the name "cosmos," the Greek word for a harmonious whole, because of their neatly spaced petals. Cosmos flowers made their way to England with Spanish ambassadors in the late 18th century, and to the United States in the following century.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Tom Thumb Nasturtium Seed Mix Tropaeolum nanum Quick View
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Tropaeolum nanum
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The common name "nasturtium" comes from the Latin words for "nose-twister," a humorous way of describing a common reaction the taste of the edible leaves. The entire plant has a history of being used for culinary purposes, since even the seeds can be pickled and make an acceptable substitute for capers. Though the first known botanical description of this species comes from the notes of Spanish botanist Nicolas Monardes, Carl Linnaeus gave the genus its name. He called it "Tropaeolum" in reference to an ancient Roman "tropaeum," a pole on which the bloody armor and shields of the defeated enemy were hung; the plant's bright blossoms reminded him of helmets, while the circular leaves looked similar to shields.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Western Wallflower Seeds Erysimum capitatum Quick View
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Erysimum capitatum
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Western Wallflower is the most common of the native wallflowers, and can be found in conditions ranging from the desert to the mountain meadow. Though this American species does not generally live up to its name, its European relatives acquired the common name of wallflower because of their affinity for growing in the cracks of walls or cliffs. Western Wallflower was first discovered near the Columbia River around 1829 by English botanist David Douglas, who made several trips of exploration to the United States. Douglas also introduced such species as the Ponderosa Pine, Sitka Spruce, and Noble Fir; the common name of Douglas Fir honors his legacy.Starting at $2.50 USD -
Out of Stock Whirleybird Nasturtium Seed Mix Tropaeolum nanum Quick View
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Tropaeolum nanum
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The common name "nasturtium" comes from the Latin words for "nose-twister," a humorous way of describing a common reaction the taste of the edible leaves. The entire plant has a history of being used for culinary purposes, since even the seeds can be pickled and make an acceptable substitute for capers. Though the first known botanical description of this species comes from the notes of Spanish botanist Nicolas Monardes, Carl Linnaeus gave the genus its name. He called it "Tropaeolum" in reference to an ancient Roman "tropaeum," a pole on which the bloody armor and shields of the defeated enemy were hung; the plant's bright blossoms reminded him of helmets, while the circular leaves looked similar to shields.Starting at $2.50 USD