Sunflower - Mammoth Grey Stripe

$1.59

The Mammoth Grey Stripe sunflower is adaptable over a wide range of growing conditions and are very easy to grow. Enjoy their cheery faces following the sun and providing birds with fall fare. They are drought tolerant but will considerable moisture, so water regularly. The Sunflower Mammoth Grey Stripe, 'Helianthus annuus', displays flowers that are 1 foot across. The large wide flower has yellow petals and a brown center. Edible seeds attract many birds during fall, if you do not eat them yourself. It is an excellent summer and fall annual screen or border. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Mammoth Grey Stripes have a number of features to interest anyone. Because of its ease to germinate and very fast rate of growth, it is a great seed for kids to plant and watch grow. ... more information

Cleome - Cherry Queen The Cleome Cherry Queen, 'Cleome spinosa', is a knockout. Plant after all danger of frost has passed. Cleome likes rich, deep garden soil,, and is somewhat drought tolerant. The flower clusters, 3 to 6 inches across, are a deep carmine-rose with golden buds. If they are grown in exposed positions, they may require staking. 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. The Cherry Queen is very easy to grow and lends authority to any garden. The Cherry Queen is a wonderful flower to attract butterflies. The Cherry Queen is best planted in back of beds or next to a wall, trellis, or fence. Cherry Queens bloom in late July through first frosts and can be hardy if grown in protected sites.