Summer Garden!

June 27, 2009 1:23 pm nicholas Cool Stuff

This Summer, do you want to plant your own garden? Well, I’ll list a whole lot of seeds you can use in this blog! Along with some gardening tools to help you!

The pennyroyal plant keeps small pests away such as mice and fleas, a great addition to your garden!

The Moss Rose Sundial Tropical Fruit Hybrid Mix is a fine flower that will add color and beauty to your garden!

Annual Seeds-Moss Rose Sundial Tropical Fruit Hybrid MixBig Double Flowers in 4 Warm Hues Early to Bloom and So Weather Tolerant 2 inch blooms stay open longer in the day than other Portulacas Add rich warm color to hot dry garden spots with Sundial Tropical Fruit Mix one of the most vibrantly hued collections of blooms you will ever see These 2 inch flowers are fully double and exquisitely formed nestled above the succulent foliage like shrub Roses.These low growing tough plants are very floriferous beginning their bloom season earlier than other Rose Mosses and remaining colorful through the worst summer heat and drought. The blooms stay open longer in the day than other Portulacas as well giving you more glorious tropical color Just 6 inches tall these plants spread an incredible 14 to 16 inches in the sunny garden and are perfect for filling containers to overflowing with small needle like foliage and masses of great blooms. Superb for landscaping this color has a uniform habit and bloomtime with all the other Sundials Pkt is 50 seeds.

Glory Vine Tresco Mixes ca be very colorful and add a little bit of a party to your garden.

If you’re hoping to grow your very own vegitables right here is some corn and zucchini!

Zucchini Seeds-Zucchini Italiano Largo HybridZesty ‘Nutty’ Flavor A really different and delicious ‘bite’ for Zucchini 59 days. Finally a Zucchini with an entirely new flavor strong nutty and very satisfying Italiano Largo is a ‘Romanesco’ or ‘Striata’ type of squash with light green stripes very few seeds and an open habit for easy picking. You’re going to love this exciting new addition to the vegetable patch and dinner table Italiano Largo sets fruit 12 to 16 inches long but like all summer squash is best picked young when the fruit is small and super tender. The lovely two-tone green skin gives this zucchini great plate appeal but the proof is in the eating. Wow This would be a great vegetarian alternative to meat in casseroles and stir-fries for it really has a full meaty taste.Squash is easy to grow in any sunny spot. They set blossoms before the fruit and need little attention to bear quite heavy yields. Enjoy this fabulous new flavor in a reliable favorite Pkt is 20 seeds.

Annual Seeds-Monkey Flower Magic Blotch MixThe Magic series is by far the first Monkey Flower to bloom each year with masses of showy 1 to 2-inch blooms in 16 luscious color combinations. The soft satiny feel of the petals and their wide-open trumpet shape may remind you of Petunias but the color intensity and markings are more like Pansies They make an excellent succession planting to Pansies especially in warm climates where Pansies aren’t happy in the summer heat . This plant forms a neat plump little mound just 10 inches tall and no more than a foot wide its blooms shooting up above the foliage to greet you from early summer through midsummer. In this mix you get all the colors in the series white flame yellow blotch yellow flame crimson ivory ivory bicolor orange red wine yellow yellow bicolor pastel pink shades pastel yellow improved peach pastel mixed and white with blotch. Delightful

Pepper Seeds-Pepper Fruit Basket HybridA Bell Pepper for Hanging Baskets Big Orange Bells All Over Dense Trailing Plants Thin-walled and very fresh the fruit has a peppery bite with a hint of apple 68 days. We’ve never seen or tasted a sweet bell pepper quite like Fruit Basket Its low spreading form reaches just 10 to 12 inches tall but spreads up to 2 feet. Just the right size for baskets or large patio containers its densely-branching habit tumbles over the sides setting fruit profusely among long protective foliage. And the peppers are magnificent up to 5 inches long 4-lobed sweet bells with a nice peppery bite and a hint of fresh apple They begin glossy green then mature to golden-orange so a plant in full harvest displays a range of sunny hues The fruit is thin-walled and held upright on the plant peeking from among protective foliage. This is an amazing edible ornamental and a terrific way to conserve space in the vegetable garden Start seeds indoors or in climates with short growing seasons outdoors at least one week after last frost. If starting indoors allow 7 to 10 weeks for the seeds to mature into seedlings large enough to transplant safely. Fertilize when the blooms appear and water well. Fruit is most nutritious if allowed to ripen on the plant. Pkt is 15 seeds.

Vegetable Seeds-Garden for Victory Seed CollectionA 12.00 Value Grow a Victory Garden this Year All of these varieties are easy to grow and absolutely delicious and you’ll have plenty to share with neighbors and friends During the second World War gardeners on both sides of the Atlantic combatted food shortages and showed their patriotism by growing vegetable gardens. No matter the size of their yard these ‘victory’ gardens helped people eat well despite rationing and just as important gave them a sense of self-reliance and satisfaction at having participated in the war effort. Well now the ‘war’ may be against spiraling food prices mass-produced or chemically-treated produce or even energy concerns with transporting food across the country. Whatever your battle a victory garden conquers all

Gaillardia Seeds-Blanket Flower ‘Arizona Sun’Begins the Bloom Season A MONTH EARLY A huge breeding breakthrough for Blanket Flowers 2005 All-America Selection2005 Fleuroselect Gold MedalThis is such an exciting breeding breakthrough for the Blanket Flower family that I hardly know where to begin explaining it Until now Blanket Flowers have needed a ‘vernalization’ period to flower that is they had to go through winter temperatures in order to begin the flowering process. Well ‘Arizona Sun’ NEEDS NO VERNALIZATION. What this means for us as gardeners is that this plant blooms much much earlier than other varieties up to a month flowers very heavily even the first year and sets masses and masses of blooms. As ’side benefits ‘ it’s also uniform in size and leaf structure. You just won’t believe the flower power of ‘Arizona Sun’ until you see it blooming and blooming and blooming in your garden The flowers are large many-petaled and lovely. Expect them to reach 4 inches wide and to crowd one another for space on compact plants 12 inches high and 10 inches wide. They begin blooming with the first warm weather of summer and won’t quit until nipped by fall frost NO wonder ‘Arizona Sun’ has received top honors on both sides of the Atlantic The plant size is uniform too which is great for large plantings. And if you’ve grown other Blanket Flowers from seed such as ‘Goblin’ you’ll be impressed by the way ‘Arizona Sun’s foliage looks identical from plant to plant. One of the odd things about Blanket Flowers is that the leaf shape sometimes varies greatly so that when a large planting is out of bloom it looks as though it’s got 5 or 6 different species instead of just one variety We sometimes get calls from folks who have sown their ‘Goblin’ seeds and come up with wildly different looking plants. Once they bloom they all look alike but when they’re just leaves you can really spot the differences in foliage shape and texture ‘Arizona Sun’ looks identical from plant to plant making it suitable even for formal plantings.Hardy from one end of the country to the other zones 3-10 this native perennial is happy in any sun-soaked spot. It puts up with heat humidity cold poor soil and once it has built up a good root system in your garden drought. The flowers are lovely for cutting and they make nice garden companions to other sun-loving natives such as Coreopsis Echinacea and Yarrow. Starting ‘Arizona Sun’ from seed is easy. Sow indoors or out germinating at 70 to 75 degrees F and leaving the seeds uncovered. They will sprout within 5 to 10 days and if begun indoors can be transplanted anytime after the seedlings have 2 sets of true leaves. The first ‘leaves ‘ actually cotyledons will shrivel and fall off when the seedling is young. ‘Arizona Sun’ will begin blooming 12 to 15 weeks after sowing unheard-of for a Blanket Flower and pretty darned quick for any perennial Zones 3-10. Pkt is 25 seeds.

Garden Ornament AcornKeep the traditional look give up the traditional weight with fiberglass planters Crafted from a fully bonded industrial grade fiberglass and resin base. Please see below for a complete description. Keep the traditional look give up the traditional weight Add an element of nature and a touch of whimsy to your yard or garden with this Acorn Garden Accent. Our lawn ornament is crafted from a fully bonded industrial grade fiberglass and resin base that is stronger and substantially lighter in weight than clay concrete and even cast iron products and will not separate over time. The external finish is not a painted layer. Rather the color is achieved by combining real metal with the top layer to create a unique and realistic finish that will not peel flake or fade away. As with real metal these stunning finishes remain true and over time their natural beauty will be enhanced contributing to an elegant aged look. Individually handcrafted by skilled artisans each piece is original with its own minor color variations and fluctuations in the patina making each piece a work of art With the Antique Bronze finish the amount of verdigris will increase with exposure to the elements. If you would like to adjust the developing patina bring back the metallic luster or buff out minor scrapes and scratches simply take a piece of fine steel wool and briskly rub the affected areas. To slow down the developing patina simply apply a very slight touch of a hard floor wax after buffing the product with steel wool. Three year warranty.

Ballon Flower Seeds-Balloon Flower KomachiBig Blue Balloons Keep Their Puffy Bud Form Like umbrellas seen from above these fascinating blooms are puffed up evenly creased and absolutely gorgeous The most exotic Balloon Flower yet Komachi resembles a mass of blue umbrellas seen from above something like Renoir’s famous painting Les Parapluies. They look for all the world like huge unopened buds with neatly-drawn seams around each petal and a puffed-up light-as-air form. The compact plants reach 18 inches tall in the garden sporting a mixture of small green balloons and larger blue at the same time. An eye-catching and beautiful display As colorful as an annual Platycodon is actually quite hardy and long-lived increasing the length of its bloomtime for several years after becoming established in the garden. Excellent for garden or vase they flourish in the sunny garden. Pkt is 25 seeds.

Tomato Seed-Tomato Fabulous HybridThe Buzz is Out Fabulous Tastes . . . Well FABULOUS Perfect mix of gels and solids for that scrumptious tomato flavor 77 days from setting out transplants. Determinate. No matter what growers say about tomatoes the difference between a merely good variety and a standout classic comes down to flavor. The ideal blend of sweet and tangy soft and firm juicy and meaty that’s what makes a great tomato. So even though Fabulous has a fine package of disease tolerance an attractive size and look and good yields you should grow it for one reason and one alone the indescribably delicious taste These 8- to 12-ounce tomatoes are perfectly blended luscious globes of good flavor. Just a bit smaller than a beefsteak they’ll great for slicing onto burgers or sandwiches or cutting up small for salads. I like them best with balsamic vinegar and a little fresh basil sprinkled over the slices but they’re also scrumptious plain straight from the vine Very sweet yet with just enough tomato kick they really satisfy a tomato-lover’s desire Fabulous Hybrid is also one of the easiest tomatoes to grow because its fantastic array of disease tolerances keeps the plants healthy and producing heavily. This plant is tolerant of just about every tomato disease you can think of Verticillium Wilt Fusarium races 1 and 2 Tobacco Mosaic Virus Alternantheria Stem Canker and Stemphylium Wow That means less fussing over plants and more harvesting of fruit Fabulous Hybrid is a determinate plant and like all tomatoes it thrives in full sunshine and rich well-drained soil. Space plants at least 2 feet apart. Pkt is 20 seeds.

Organic Seed-Organic Radish SparklerAmerica’s Favorite Radish is Now Certified Organic Festive scarlet tops white bottoms and freckles in between 25 days. A best-selling radish at Park Seed about 30 years ago Sparkler recently staged a big comeback and now it’s available as Certified Organic seed Truth is there’s no beating this delightful little two-tone jewel for quick harvest mild peppery bite and terrific plate appeal. Ready in just a little over 3 weeks this knobby little radish is full of character but easy on spice. Even children have been known to smile at its appearance. Every fruit is distinctive this isn’t one of those vegetables that looks like it came from a designer’s studio instead of a friendly vegetable patch The shading from brightest scarlet to pure white is dotted with merry flecks and the size of the fruit ranges from 1 to 1 1 2 inches with a wide long white root trailing from the end.The plant is columnar reaching about 6 to 8 inches tall and up to 6 inches wide. The festive look and mild satisfying flavor have made Sparkler a home garden favorite for decades and we’re delighted to have it available again to Park gardeners. Sparkler is easy to grow and quick to harvest. Before planting fertilize the soil making it as loose rich and moist as you can to enable the small root to grow. Fertilize again about 2 weeks after planting. Direct-sow the seed as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring planting successively every week until late spring. Radishes cannot withstand much heat so stop sowing when the weather is about to warm up in your climate. You can also sow for fall beginning in late summer and succession-sowing again until a month before frost. Pkt is 100 seeds.

Annual Seeds-Brazilian Fireworks ‘Maracas’Lush Tropical Color for Flowerpots and Shady BedsBoth the foliage and the flowers are bicolored.Whether you use this splendid tropical plant indoors in containers or in the warm shady garden Brazilian Fireworks ‘Maracas’ is a year-round delight. With its long angular leaves of deep green scored with silver and its central bloom cluster of vivid pink and purple it distinguishes itself beautifully as an oasis of rich color and fascinating foliage.Outdoors Brazilian Fireworks blooms all summer and offers the best foliage variegation in deep shade. What a nice change of pace for the shady border large-leafed lush tropical beauty In containers and indoors it remains neat and symmetrical making a charming poolside addition. Just 8 to 10 inches high and a bit less wide it fits neatly into standard 6-inch pots.This plant grows readily from seed blooming the first year. Showy enough to give as gifts even to non-gardening friends it’s an easy houseplant it makes a statement in any setting. Give it a try this season Pkt is 10 seeds.

Lettuce Seed-Lettuce CalmarThe Best for Southern Gardens If your cool spring and fall seasons are short rely on this heat- and mildew-resistant Iceberg 75 days. For climates where spring and fall are brief growing iceberg lettuce can be a real challenge. Before the heads are mature the heat and humidity set in bringing downy mildew with them. Calmar is a real boon to gardeners in these regions because it tolerates unseasonable heat and resists downy mildew beautifully Of course the best feature of any lettuce is its flavor and Calmar has this to spare Tightly packed it fills quickly locking in the flavor and crisp texture of this lettuce. Good outer leaf coverage with nice ruffling helps keep the sun away from these tender leaves.Calmar sets quite large heads of crisp slightly peppery refreshing leaves. They have the distinctive iceberg texture never limp and nice icy-green coloring. Make this a staple of your lettuce garden no matter what climate you live in Packet is 1 32-ounce which is at least 600 seeds.

Broccoli Seeds-Sprouting Seed BroccoliQuick Tasty and a Terrific Cancer-Fighter 50 times the sulfuraphane of mature broccoli In addition to being delicious and easy to grow Broccoli Sprouts are among the most nutritious vegetables in the world. Compared to mature broccoli itself no slouch in the nutrition department broccoli sprouts have 50 TIMES AS MUCH SULFURAPHANE a naturally-occurring plant chemical that serves as an anti-oxidant. Do yourself a favor and satisfy the desire for crunchy delicious fresh veggies by growing this super-quick sprout Ready in just 3 to 5 days in the sprouter broccoli sprouts are an economical and delicious way to get lots of nutrition in a tiny package. In the store they cost an arm and a leg because they must be sold fresh but at home you can harvest just what you need for each day’s meals for pennies You can’t beat that If you love sprouts take a look at Park’s Sprouting Seeds collection. We’ve got a wide range of the tastiest and most nutritious at a very nice discount from the individual packet prices Pkt is 4500 seeds.

Annual Seeds-Celosia ‘China Town’Stunning Red-and-Black AccentsEven the Stems are Red If there is a more colorful Celosia it’s hard to imagine how ‘China Town’ has won Europe’s top honor for seeds the Fleuroselect Quality Mark and now it’s set to conquer America These brilliant red blooms on red stems atop dark deep purple leaves are so neon-bright they look freshly painted yet they last from early summer into autumn on plants that are quite easy to grow The seeds sprout in spring quite plain with green leaves and nothing much to say for themselves. But as the warm weather of summer arrives and the buds begin to set many things happen at once. The green vanishes in favor of a rich smoldering purple hue. The flowering stems turn red. And the buds burst into brilliant Chinese-lacquer red Although ‘China Town’ only reaches 14 to 16 inches high and 8 inches wide even a small planting makes a huge impact.This sun-lover does well in any well-drained garden soil. It’s a fine choice for the annual bed where it shows up magnificently against all the green-leaved plants. Cut the blooms for indoor arrangements if you like and use the foliage as filler in bouquets. Colors this intense deserve to be brought indoors And you will have plenty of opportunity for the flowering continues all summer and into autumn. Pkt is 50 seeds.

Annual Seeds-Pot Marigold Citrus SmoothiesAn Exotic Duo for a Tried-and-True Garden Favorite Pot Marigold never looked so elegant Dress up the cutting garden annual bed or large containers with this exciting new Calendula mix Citrus Smoothies are such a luscious blend of colors and forms the apricot-hued one looks like a Sunflower’s wildest dream while the lemony one could be a humble daisy reborn in glorious oversized daintily-colored form Both boast blooms up to 4 inches across that hold well in the garden or in the vase. And they bloom all summer and well into fall on easy-care floriferous plants Unlike most Pot Marigolds Citrus Smoothies sport soft colors and an abundance of creamy petals tipped in either yellow or apricot. You will find these flowers just indispensible in indoor arrangements yet the plant is too charming to be relegated to the cutting garden. Instead set a generous planting in the rear of the sunny to partly-shaded bed or border and pick all the blooms you want over the super-long two-season bloomtime Citrus Smoothies will never miss ‘em One of the few annuals that makes the summer-to-fall leap without losing petal power this Calendula is a lovely companion to cool-season Asters. You’ve got to try Citrus Smoothies alongside the remarkable new Lilliput Blue Moon’ and the elegant Seastar Mix. Citrus Smoothies reach 20 to 24 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide with an upright habit that shows off the blooms nicely. They don’t mind a little shade in warm climates but blaze best in full sun farther north. Pkt is 50 seeds.

Eggplant Seeds-Eggplant Hansel Hybrid

YOU Decide When to Harvest this Eggplant The only one of its kind in the world 55 days from setting out transplants. A breeding breakthrough extraordinaire Hansel is the first eggplant that lets you choose when you want to harvest it The glossy dark purple mild sweet fruits are ready at 2 inches yet keep their tender texture and rich flavor as they grow so you can harvest them at any time up to about 10 inches or so At last no more armloads of eggplants going to the neighbors or to church because you just can’t eat any more. No more guilt over wasted food or last-minute eggplant feasts to get rid of all the fruit before it goes bad The 55-day harvest time is when you can pick the fruit at 2 inches for baby eggplants a gourmet treat. But several weeks later as it gets bigger and bigger on the vine these long slender eggplants will still be just as delicious. Nearly seedless they are great for frying or baking.Expect the fruit to arise in clusters of 3 to 6 on very compact plants just 3 feet high and 2 1 2 feet wide. Stake or cage them to hold up their huge bounty of fruit then sit back and enjoy eggplant fresh from the garden whenever you like . . . not when nature dictates Hansel won a 2008 All-America Selection and is certain to become the popular favorite among eggplant lovers everywhere. Be the first in your neighborhood to sample this delectable and patient new variety Pkt is 15 seeds.

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