Lily of the Nile Seeds - Agapanthus African Blue Lily Flower Seed

Lily of the Nile Seeds

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Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus Headbourne Blue) - Starting Lily of the Nile seeds is a great way to grow this lovely perennial! For colder climates, grow Agapanthus Lily of the Nile plants in containers so that they can be brought indoors to winter in a bright, sunny location. Lily of the Nile, also known as African Blue Lily, is a rare and very precious source of blue color for the summer garden.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

6 - 10

HEIGHT

32 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Blue

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

72 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 35 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Cover seeds lightly with soil

SOWING RATE

3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seed moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

Elegant Cut Flower

Lily of the Nile blooms grow in clusters atop tall, thick stems, which makes them quite ideal for use as cut flowers. They offer calm and cool colors that work great in arrangements.

Elegant Cut Flower

Beautiful Garden Flower

How To Grow

Growing these plants from seed is simple, but requires patience. When started from seed, these plants won't bloom for 2-3 years, but will last for many years to come afterwards. When sowing, cover these seeds lightly with soil, keep humidity high, and maintain temperatures at 72-75F degrees. Germination will take anywhere from 21-35 days. Grow these plants in full sun (or very bright light indoors) and space them 18 inches apart when grown in the garden. When the blooms are spent, attractive seedpods will arise to carry on the show.

  • Soil: well-drained with pH 5.8-7.2
  • Environment: full sun
  • Sowing rate: 3 seeds per plant
Beautiful Garden Flower

Plant Information

Lily of the Nile is a long-lived perennial that grows in USDA zones 6 through 10. It's main feature is its presentation of flower clusters that contain 20-100 individual tiny blooms. The flower clusters are spherical and can reach up to 3-4 inches wide.

  • Bloom color: blue
  • Bloom season: summer
  • Height: 32 inches

Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus Headbourne Blue) - Starting Lily of the Nile seeds is a great way to grow this lovely perennial! For colder climates, grow Agapanthus Lily of the Nile plants in containers so that they can be brought indoors to winter in a bright, sunny location. Lily of the Nile, also known as African Blue Lily, is a rare and very precious source of blue color for the summer garden. It has big, bloom-happy stalks that reach up to 36 inches in the air with lush foliage beneath. The big attraction is the 3 - 4 inch blooms in all shades of blue and lavender, and sometimes white. You will love this floriferous, easy-to-grow treasure!

Agapanthus Headbourne Blue is among the hardiest Lily of the Nile plants you can grow, with large, showy flowers blooming in July and August. They are perfect in large containers, along borders in the garden, and they make excellent year-round house plants with their foliage being as beautiful as their blooms! The African Lily flower is excellent for cutting, and they are long-lasting in the vase.

Growing Lily of the Nile seeds is easy to do, but it requires patience. When started from flower seed, Lily of the Nile will bloom after two or three years and then for many, many years to come. When sowing, cover the Lily of the Nile seeds lightly, keep humidity high, and maintain temperatures at 72 - 75F. Germination takes anywhere from 21 - 35 days. Continue to grow the young African Lily plants on in full sun (or very bright light indoors), spacing them 18 inches apart in the garden. After the blooms, attractive seedpods arise to continue the color show.

Common Questions

Q

Does agapanthus grow better in containers or in the ground?

A

Thes flowers grow well in both containers and the ground. However, pots can yield especially robust plants, since agapanthus benefits from some root restriction.

Q

My plants’ leaves are turning yellow, what is wrong?

A

This is a natural part of the process of older foliage dying back. Remove yellow and dying foliage. New leaves will grow from the center of your plant and replace the dying foliage.

Q

My plant no longer produces as many blooms as it used to, do I need to start over?

A

This typically indicates that your plant needs to be divided.

Q

What are some good ways to use agapanthus in my garden or landscape?

A

These flowers are spectacular when planted in large swathes, mixed borders, accent plants for containers, coastal gardens and they make excellent cut flowers.

Q

Do the flowers attract pollinators?

A

Yes, bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds all enjoy agapanthus flowers.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 10

HEIGHT

6 - 8 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Mid spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Best in rich, well drain soil

DEER RESISTANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

55 - 65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Surface sow seed and light cover no more than 1/8 inch deep

SOWING RATE

3 - 5 seeds per cell or approximately 5000 seeds covers 100 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 inches

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Leptosiphon

Leptosiphon Mix (Leptosiphon Hybrida French Hybrids Mix) - Start Leptosiphon seeds to start these dainty little flowers. Leptosiphon French Hybrids has the synonymous botanical name Linanthus androsaceus. This low-growing annual has fern-like foliage and hundreds of sweet little half inch star-shaped flowers that shine out from the foliage. The colors are mixed and bright in shades of rose, yellow, orange and cream. Leptosiphon uses include edging the front of the flower bed, containers, edging a pathway, or as a ground cover. Commonly known as False Baby Stars, this annual is lovely if it is allowed to spill over the edges of rocks or containers. It makes a carpet of color and is stunning!

Grow Leptosiphon seeds directly outside in a prepared seedbed after frost danger has passed. Press the flower seed into the soil and lightly cover. False Baby Stars flowers perform best in full sun, and they prefer rich, well-draining soil.

Common Questions

Q

Can I use leptosiphon in containers?

A

Yes, these little flowers will do well in a container.

Q

What are some good ways to use this plant around my landscape?

A

These cute little flowers are an excellent choice for the front of your beds, in containers, butterfly gardens, cottage gardens, prairies or planted along a pathway.

Q

Are pollinators attracted to this flower?

A

Yes, butterflies enjoy leptosiphon.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

5 - 9

HEIGHT

14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to frost season begins in fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, pH 6.0 - 6.9

DEER RESISTANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

30 - 60 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Lightly cover seed

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 inches

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Rosa Chinensis

China Rose (Rosa Chinensis Angel Wings) - Start Rosa Chinensis seed and enjoy these lovely China Rose plants. China Rose Angel Wings flower seeds produce a mixture of blooms. The blooms are a mix of singles and doubles and the colors range from shades of rose and pink to white. China Rose uses include containers and front of the border plantings. This miniature rose reaches a height of 12 - 14 inches, and it prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

How To Grow China Rose From Seed: Start the Rosa Chinensis seed indoors in late winter. Use a quality seed starting mix, press the flower seed into the soil and lightly cover. Keep the miniature rose seeds cool and moist. The germination can be irregular and take some extra time so patience is required. Once the China Rose seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into larger individual pots. Apply a liquid fertilizer at half the concentration every 2 weeks. When the plants are 3 - 4 inches, begin to acclimate them to the outdoors for 10 days or more. Plant the China Roses into rich, well-draining soil. Typically there are a few flowers the first year, and the following year will produce many more blooms. Keep faded flowers trimmed and fertilize regularly for the best display of blooms.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 11

HEIGHT

120 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Purple

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Rich, loamy soil, pH 5.5 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

12 - 40 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/16th inch deep

SOWING RATE

2 - 3 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keeps seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

10 - 12 inches

A Eye-Catching Display!

Grow Rhodociton Atrosanguineus seeds for an exotic vine that will have everyone's attention!

A Eye-Catching Display!

Rhodochiton Atrosanguineus Seeds

How to Grow

Sow Purple Bell Vine seeds indoors in late winter. Gently press the flower seeds into the soil and barely cover the seed with soil. Keep consistently moist until germination occurs. Harden the seedlings off for 10 days or more before planting outdoors. Purple Bell Vine is free-flowering and needs little care.

  • Sowing Rate: 2 - 3 seeds per plant
  • Depth: 1/16th inch deep
  • Average Germ Time: 12 - 40 days
  • Moisture: Keeps seeds moist until germination
Rhodochiton Atrosanguineus Seeds

Flower Specifications

  • Height: 120 inches
  • USDA Zones: 3 - 11
  • Season: Annual
  • Plant Spacing: 10 - 12 inches

Purple Bell Vine (Rhodociton Atrosanguineus) - Grow Rhodociton Atrosanguineus seeds for an exotic vine that will have everyone's attention! Rhodociton Purple Bell Vine has heart-shaped leaves and dark purple bell-shaped flowers that dangle from thread-like stems. Bell Vine uses include baskets where it will cascade over the edges and look stunning or give it a trellis where it will grow with support up to 120 inches in height. Rhodociton Purple Bells needs rich, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade although it prefers afternoon shade in hotter climates. Purple Bells bloom from late spring to late fall.

Sow Purple Bell Vine seeds indoors in late winter. Gently press the flower seeds into the soil and barely cover the seed with soil. Keep consistently moist until germination occurs. Harden the seedlings off for 10 days or more before planting outdoors. Purple Bell Vine is free-flowering and needs little care.

Common Questions

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What type of structures can I use for this vine to grow up?

A

These are perfect for walls, trellis, pergola, fences or cascading from a hanging basket.

Q

Are Rhodochiton flowers fragrant?

A

Rhodochiton flowers are not typically fragrant, but they are valued for their ornamental, bell-shaped flowers.

Q

Do I need to prune my plants?

A

It helps to prune them back to maintain shape and encourage fuller growth.

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

7 - 11

HEIGHT

28 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring to fall

BLOOM COLOR

Rosy purple

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well drained soils, pH 6.6 to 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

73F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Surface sow seed and press in to soil

SOWING RATE

7 - 8 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 - 24 inches

Chinese Foxglove...

Does beautifully in the flower border!

Chinese Foxglove...

Rehmannia Angulata Seeds

How to Grow

Sow the Rehmannia Angulata seeds indoors in the late winter. In a starter tray using quality soil, press the flower seeds gently into the soil. Keep the Chinese Foxglove seeds consistently moist until germination occurs. Transplant the Chinese Foxglove seedlings into 3 inch pots and let them grow on indoors until all danger of frost has passed.

  • Sowing Rate: 7 - 8 seeds per plant
  • Depth: Surface sow seed and press in to soil
  • Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination
  • Average Germ Time: 14 - 21 days
Rehmannia Angulata Seeds

Flower Specifications

Harden the Chinese Foxglove plants off for 10 days or more before planting outdoors. Provide winter mulch for extra protection in zones 7 and 8.

  • Plant Spacing: 18 - 24 inches
  • Height: 28 inches
  • USDA Zones: 7 - 11
  • Season: Perennial

Chinese Foxglove (Rehmannia Angulata Rosy Purple) - Rehmannia Angulata seeds can be grown as annuals in all climates and as perennials in USDA zones 7 - 11. Commonly referred to as Chinese Foxglove, this beauty does well in full sun or partial shade, and the Chinese Foxglove plants continuously produce large, foxglove-like flowers from late spring through fall. The flowers can measure 2 - 3 inches across and are rosy purple with spotted throats. Chinese Foxglove is great in the flower border, and the flowers are nice for cutting. A synonymous botanical name is Rehmannia elata.

How To Grow Chinese Foxglove From Seeds: Sow the Rehmannia Angulata seeds indoors in the late winter. In a starter tray using quality soil, press the flower seeds gently into the soil. Keep the Chinese Foxglove seeds consistently moist until germination occurs. Transplant the Chinese Foxglove seedlings into 3 inch pots and let them grow on indoors until all danger of frost has passed. Harden the Chinese Foxglove plants off for 10 days or more before planting outdoors. Provide winter mulch for extra protection in zones 7 and 8.

Common Questions

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, you will need to deadhead spent flowers to maintain plants vigor.

Q

What are some good ways to use in landscape?

A

Flowers are wonderful for beds and borders, wall side borders, cottage gardens or city gardens are all great ways to use Rahmannia.

Q

Do flowers attract any pollinators to the garden?

A

Yes, hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

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Groundcover Specifications

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

7 - 11

HEIGHT

4 inches

WIDTH

12 - 18 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Early spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

FOOT TRAFFIC

Light

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70 - 75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

21 - 60 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Surface sow and lightly cover 1/16 inch

SOIL TYPE

Grows in a variety of soil types from sandy loams to clay

SOWING RATE

Approximately 1000 seeds covers 20 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 - 18 inches

Polygonum Capitatum...

Can be grown to form a low-growing, spreading ground cover that is bright and cheery!

Polygonum Capitatum...

Polygonum Capitatum Seeds

How to Grow

Start Polygonum Capitatum seeds indoors in late winter for areas with a short growing season. Use quality seed starting soil and small pots. Press the ground cover seeds into the moistened soil and lightly cover. Maintain moisture until germination occurs. After danger of frost has passed, transplant the seedlings outdoors after hardening the ground cover plants for 10 days or more.

  • Sowing Rate: Approximately 1000 seeds covers 20 square feet
  • Average Germ Time: 21 - 60 days
  • Plant Spacing: 12 - 18 inches
  • Width: 12 - 18 inches & Height: 4 inches
Polygonum Capitatum Seeds

Groundcover Specifications

For areas with a long growing season, start the Knotweed ground cover seeds directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Prepare a seedbed and lightly cover the seeds with soil after broadcasting.

  • USDA Zones: 7 - 11
  • Season: Perennial

Pinkhead Smartweed (Polygonum Capitatum Punching Balls) - Polygonum Capitatum seeds can be grown to form a low-growing, spreading ground cover. A synonymous botanical name is Persicaria Capitata, and it has many common names: Pinkhead Smartweed, Pink Knotweed, Pink Clover, and Pink Fleece Flower. Pink Knotweed uses include containers, baskets, edging the front of the border or as ground cover plants. It looks especially lovely in raised beds or containers where it can spill over the edges. Pinkhead Smartweed is praised for its burgundy tinted foliage and small coral-pink round flower heads. It is a tough, easy-to-grow ground cover for sun or shade with a long bloom season.

Start Polygonum Capitatum seeds indoors in late winter for areas with a short growing season. Use quality seed starting soil and small pots. Press the ground cover seeds into the moistened soil and lightly cover. Maintain moisture until germination occurs. After danger of frost has passed, transplant the Pink Knotweeds seedlings outdoors after hardening the ground cover plants for 10 days or more. For areas with a long growing season, start the Knotweed ground cover seeds directly outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Prepare a weed-free seedbed and lightly cover the seeds with soil after broadcasting.

 

 

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 11

HEIGHT

100 - 140 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to late summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained, pH 6.6 - 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

No

HOUSE PLANT

No

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

1 inch deep

SOWING RATE

1 seed per plant

MOISTURE

Keep the soil moderately moist during germination

PLANT SPACING

6 inches

CARE & MAINTENANCE

Scarlet Runner Beans

Both Useful and Decorative

Scarlet runners produce both beautiful flowers, and edible bean pods!

 Both Useful and Decorative

Scarlet Runner Beans Seeds

How to Grow

Sow scarlet runner bean seeds outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Plant the seeds 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart. Germination takes 7 - 14 days. Keep the soil moderately moist during germination. Thin 4 - 6 inches apart when plants are 2 - 3 inches tall.

  • Sowing Rate: 1 seed per plant
  • Depth: 1 inch deep
  • Moisture: Keep the soil moderately moist during germination
  • Average Germ Time: 7 - 14 days
  • Height: 100 - 140 inches
Scarlet Runner Beans Seeds

Flower Specifications

Provide a structure for the vines to attach to, and they will eagerly climb as high as they are allowed! Try a fence or a trellis.

  • USDA Zones: 3 - 11
  • Season: Annual

Scarlet Runner Bean Mix (Phaseolus Coccineus Mix) - Every gardener should try growing Scarlet Runner Beans seeds. This unique plant is a decorative runner beans mix with colorful beans, three flower colors and edible young pods. Here are some very interesting facts about Phaseolus Coccineus Scarlet Runner:

  • They are nutritious, good and healthy to eat
  • Have a more distinctive flavor than French beans
  • You can eat the fresh pods after cooking, or harvest seeds from older pods to cook as haricot beans
  • They are often prolific croppers - with a freezer you can grow enough to last many months
  • They easily grow in odd spaces amongst flowers, etc...
  • Scarlet Runner Beans also have attractive flowers
  • Flat runner beans are not stocked fresh in small fruit and vegetable shops, or in tins or frozen packs
  • Like other plants of the pea family this crop leaves your soil enriched in nitrogen

Scarlet Runner Beans have brilliant red flowers that last throughout the summer. This wonderful mix has brown, purple, and red flamed beans as well as white. Flowers are scarlet, white, and bi-color red and white. The blossoms are less than an inch across and grow in clusters. The edible beans grow up to a foot long and are especially good when picked young. Pick them often to promote continued flowering. The Scarlet Runner Bean vine will quickly and brilliantly cover fences, trellises and other garden structures and will climb 10 - 12 feet.

Sow Scarlet Runner Beans seeds outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Plant Phaseolus Coccineus seed 1 inch deep and 3 inches apart. Germination takes 7 - 14 days. Keep the soil moderately moist during germination. Thin 4 - 6 inches apart when plants are 2 - 3 inches tall.

Runner beans are a favorite with hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant some on a back fence or a trellis and enjoy the flowers and the hummingbirds year after year! Plants need full sun and plenty of water. Growing Scarlet Runner Beans is fun and rewarding!

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Flower Specifications

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

12 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late summer to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 6.6 - 7.3

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

1 - 2 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Herald of Fall

Ornamental cabbage is commonly recognized as a signaler of fall: its vivid foliage intensifies in color as the temperature begins to drop.

Herald of Fall

Beautiful Hardy Plant

How To Grow

These seeds can be started both indoors and outdoors, but must be planted by midsummer in order to have time to develop properly before fall. Sow in a starter mix and lightly press into soil: light is needed for germination. Keep soil moist and at a temperature of around 65F-70F degrees. These seeds germinate very quickly, averaging less than a week until sprouting. Once seedlings have established, they can be transplanted. Keep temperatures as cool as possible during the growing period: this will assist healthy growth and a vivid autumn color. Leaves start out green, and progressively turn pink and white.

  • Moisture: keep seeds moist until germination
  • Planting depth: 1/8 inch
  • Soil: moist but well-drained with pH 6.6-7.3
Beautiful Hardy Plant

Plant Information

Ornamental cabbage is an annual foliage plant that grows in USDA zones 4 through 9. It grows as a compact plant, though it can reach a height of up to 12 inches. It makes for both an excellent container and a landscape plant.

  • Environment: full sun
  • Bloom season: late summer to early fall
  • Bloom color: mix
  • Sowing rate: 1-2 seeds per plant

Ornamental Cabbage (Brassica Oleracea) - Start Ornamental Cabbage seeds to create a colorful bed that is cold tolerant and easy-to-maintain. Ornamental Cabbage uses include edging the flower border or planting in containers for fall and winter interest. These Ornamental Brassica plants contain all pink, all white, or all purple centers with green outer leaves. Nothing looks more elegant or stands out more beautifully in the fall than Ornamental Brassicas.

Just start Ornamental Brassica seeds indoors, covering the flower seeds very lightly. Ornamental Cabbage seeds germinate quickly and the young plants can be transplanted. Ornamental Cabbage plants will start out green, and with time, they will begin to develop color. About 12 weeks after sowing the Ornamental Cabbage seeds, there will be a perfectly round, colorful rosette 10 inches high and 12 inches wide. These cabbages gain color quickly and are late to bolt.

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