Snapdragon - Tall Maximum Mix

$1.59

The Snapdragon, Tall Maximum Mix, 'Antirrhinum majus', has tall flower spikes. The flower spikes of this exceptional cut flower delight children as the flower "mouth" opens when the sides are pressed. Every cottage garden should have these tall snapdragons. They are described as having incredible combinations of colors, and cut flower enthusiasts rejoice when their "snaps" bloom. The shades of red, white, yellow and pink appear on 2 to 3 foot flower stalks. The Snapdragon, Tall Maximum Mix, is a perennial grown as an annual. "Snaps" do best in cool weather. This variety bucks the trend towards small dwarf varieties. In cold climates plant in early spring when the soil can be worked. In warm climates plant in late summer or early fall for winter and spring bloom. They prefer full sun and well drained soil with a neutral PH. Cutting back spent flower stalks will tend to encourage fall blooming. ... additional information

Swiss Chard - Italian White Ribbed The Swiss Chard Italian White Ribbed, 'Beta Vulgaris', is almost the perfect vegetable. White Ribbed Swiss Chard can either be steamed, stir-fried, or eaten fresh. Swiss Chard is a green that many seasoned gardeners claim everyone must grow. The leaves can be harvested from late spring continuing all the way to the first frost. It will also tolerate partial shade. instead of growing beets, the plant grows wide, dark green, heavily crumpled leaves that are very tasty. Plant in early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before last frost or as late as 2 months before first fall frost. In warm climates, plant in late summer for fall/winter crop. Chard grows best in in well drained soil with lots of organic matter.