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This Tansy has two "volunteer" Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan) seedlings in bud! Super-cold nights might zap the Rudbeckia blooms and some Rudbeckia foliage too. The Tansy itself has been outside year-round. It too might have some leaf damage from very low low night temperatures, but it is a tough re-bound plant. In general, Tansy, a perennial member of the Aster family, has serrated, fernlike leaves and flat bright yellow flowers that resemble buttons. Native to Europe and Asia, Tansy is now widely grown and has a number of traditional medicinal uses, although most modern herbalists warn against its use by laypersons as the active constituents are toxic in large doses. In the garden, Tansy serves as an effective insect repellent and can be an asset as a companion plant for cucumbers, squash, Irish potatoes, and roses, to help keep the plants pest-free. Both leaves and flowers are useful in flower arrangements.
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This Tansy has two "volunteer" Rudbeckia (Black-Eyed Susan) seedlings in bud! Super-cold nights might zap the Rudbeckia blooms and some ... more

Good size, dark green heads of field grown romaine lettuce full of flavor.

This beautiful biennial, or short lived perennial, provides a mix of red, pink, white, and bicolor four-inch flower heads that can be enjoyed both for their color and their fragrance. Easy to grow in full sun or partial shade, Sweet William is adaptable to a variety of soil types and is suitable for containers or garden bed. We have found that this Sweet William carries over well from year to year, readily sending out new foliage shoots after flowering. Note: Some individual plants have flowers of different color; some individual plants have flowers of the same color. We generally cannot predict what color or colors each plant will produce!
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This beautiful biennial, or short lived perennial, provides a mix of red, pink, white, and bicolor four-inch flower heads that ... more

After having bloomed in fall 2019, and with those spent flowers still attached, a few little Sedums are in bud again! They live outside year-round, and so have weathered wet, cold, hot, etc. Very ready for a larger pot or the garden, these are great perennials for sun or moderate shade. Relatively low-growing, winter-hardy, wonderfully maintenance-free, this particular Sedum bears pastel pink flowers. And, we have found that it is a delightful outside-year-round potted plant.  As with all succulents, take care not to water too often, but when you do water, water thoroughly. Propagate from tip cuttings or from division.
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After having bloomed in fall 2019, and with those spent flowers still attached, a few little Sedums are in bud ... more

The two (rather pot-bound) plants pictured here were moved inside about two months ago, where we can better manage water and temperature over the winter. They actually are usually fine outside (see below). In general, is this a Tradescantia or a Setcreasea? Controversy remains regarding the correct scientific name for this plant. Some authorities continue to refer to it as Setcreasea pallida or Setcreasea purpurea. The comparatively more recent denomination, Tradescantia pallida, has seen wider use of late. We are arbitrarily continuing to refer to the plant as Setcreasea, also known as Purple Heart and other common names. Widely used as an ornamental in garden borders, as a ground cover, in hanging baskets, Setcreasea can be quite shade-tolerant and can thrive in a wide range of soils. Outside in our area, Setcreasea generally dies back in the winter and returns in the spring for a long season of purple leaves and pink flowers until a heavy frost. On occasion, a particularly wet or cold winter might promote the demise of the plant, so consider taking a cutting and growing some of this versatile and pleasingly colorful plant indoors (as well as outdoors). Optimal leaf color is achieved in bright sunlight. Cut back stems with spent flowers. Let the soil dry thoroughly between waterings as Setcreasea is quite drought tolerant. As a houseplant, this Setcreasea has been judged to be exceptionally effective in improving indoor air quality by filtering out volatile organic compounds, a class of common pollutants and respiratory irritants.
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The two (rather pot-bound) plants pictured here were moved inside about two months ago, where we can better manage water ... more

Turmeric root plant in one gallon pot

Chamomile plant in 3.5 inch pot

Now a 4 to 6 inch Chive herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. This chive has a garlic flavor and has white start shaped flowers that are long lasting. It is great for salads and most dishes. Maturity: 90 days Please refer to our grower profile for return policy on this item.
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Now a 4 to 6 inch Chive herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. ... more

Citronella herb seedling in a 1 gallon pot. Keep this lush plant on your porch to keep the bugs away and for the wonderful aroma.
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Citronella herb seedling in a 1 gallon pot. Keep this lush plant on your porch to keep the bugs away ... more

Organic Echinacea seedling sold in a 3.5" pot.

Today a 3 to 5 inch herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. Lemon Balm has a strong scent and can attract bees. This herb has full leaves that are shiny and dark green. Harvest before flowering, as smell, taste, and medicinal properties decrease as stalks mature. Maturity: 70 days Please refer to our grower profile for return policy on this item.
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Today a 3 to 5 inch herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. Lemon ... more

3.5" seedling. Our Spring seedlings should be planted after the last Winter frost and kept indoors until planting. Recommended checking weather forecast for your area before planting. Please refer to our grower profile for the return policy on this item.
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3.5" seedling. Our Spring seedlings should be planted after the last Winter frost and kept indoors until planting. Recommended checking ... more

2 to 3 inch herb seedling planted in 3.5" sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. Please refer to our grower profile for return policy on this item.
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2 to 3 inch herb seedling planted in 3.5" sturdy pot for easy tranplanting. Please refer to our grower profile ... more

Peppermint seedling 3.5 inch pot

Today a 3-4 inch herb seedling planted in a 3-4 inch sturdy pot. Sage has a green-blue leaves that are used fresh or dried in soups, meat dishes, gravies, and stuffing. Can start using the leaves at any time. Harvesting will promote growth.
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Today a 3-4 inch herb seedling planted in a 3-4 inch sturdy pot. Sage has a green-blue leaves that are ... more

Now a 3 to 5 inch herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy transplanting. Our Spring seedlings should be planted after the last Winter frost and kept indoors until planting. Recommended checking weather forecast for your area before planting. Please refer to our grower profile for the return policy on this item.
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Now a 3 to 5 inch herb seedling planted in 3 to 4 inch sturdy pot for easy transplanting. Our ... more

Enough strawberry plants to start a nice sized strawberry patch. Plants can be set out anywhere there is enough sun. They can be planted among other plants in the perennial garden for a nice edible addition. Planted in September or October they will produce berries in the spring and early summer.
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Enough strawberry plants to start a nice sized strawberry patch. Plants can be set out anywhere there is enough sun. ... more

These are bare-root plants, fresh dug, ready to be planted. Early June bearing variety.