Flowers We Grow
From our garden in Bulverde, Texas, we cultivate a stunning variety of fresh, seasonal blooms. Each flower is grown with care and harvested at peak beauty for your special occasions.
Benary Giant Zinnias
Benary Giant Zinnias are renowned for their large, vibrant blooms that can reach up to 4–5 inches across. These annual flowers come in a stunning array of colors, including shades of pink, orange, red, yellow, purple, and white. With long, sturdy stems and impressive bloom size, they are a favorite among gardeners and florists for both garden beds and cut flower arrangements. Benary Giant Zinnias are also known for their excellent disease resistance and ability to thrive in hot, sunny conditions.Interesting Fact:
Benary Giant Zinnias are a top choice for pollinator gardens, attracting butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects. In fact, their large, easily accessible blooms make them especially attractive to monarch butterflies during their migration!
Zinnia Pumila Pompon
Zinnia pumila pompon varieties are compact, bushy annuals cherished for their small, rounded double blooms that resemble radiant pom-poms. The flowers typically measure about 1–2 inches across and come in a cheerful mix of colors, including red, orange, pink, yellow, and white. These zinnias are well-suited for borders, containers, and bedding displays due to their neat, low-growing habit and prolific flowering throughout the summer.Interesting Fact:
Zinnia pumila pompon flowers are particularly popular with gardeners aiming for continuous color, as they not only bloom profusely but also thrive even in hot, dry conditions where many other flowers might struggle. Their compact size and resilience make them perfect for urban gardens and small spaces!
Cosmos Seashell
Cosmos ‘Seashells’ are distinctive annual flowers known for their unique, fluted petals that roll into tubular shapes, resembling delicate seashells. Blooming in shades of pink, white, and rose, these airy flowers sit atop slender stems and finely cut, feathery foliage. ‘Seashells’ cosmos add whimsical texture and a touch of elegance to garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements, and they bloom continuously from early summer until frost.Interesting Fact:
The tubular petals of ‘Seashells’ cosmos aren’t just beautiful—they also make the flowers extra attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies, who can easily access the nectar hidden inside each “seashell.” This makes ‘Seashells’ cosmos a great choice for pollinator-friendly gardens!
Cosmos Candystripe
Cosmos ‘Candystripe’ is a charming annual flower celebrated for its striking bicolor blooms. Each daisy-like flower features crisp white petals edged with vibrant shades of pink or magenta, creating a delightful “candy-striped” effect. Growing on tall, slender stems with feathery foliage, ‘Candystripe’ cosmos adds a whimsical, eye-catching accent to garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements. These flowers bloom profusely from midsummer to fall, attracting pollinators and adding a cheerful splash of color to any garden.Interesting Fact:
Cosmos ‘Candystripe’ is not only beautiful but also highly adaptable—it thrives in poor soils and tolerates drought, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance or wildflower gardens. Its long stems and showy blooms are also loved by florists for fresh bouquets!
Zinnias Liliput Mixed Colors
Zinnia ‘Lilliput Mixed Colors’ is a delightful variety known for its compact growth and abundant small, double blooms. Each flower measures about 1–1.5 inches across and features a tight, button-like form in a vibrant mix of colors, including red, orange, yellow, pink, and white. These zinnias are perfect for borders, edging, containers, and cutting gardens, as their neat, bushy plants produce a profusion of cheerful blossoms all season long.Interesting Fact:
Despite their petite size, ‘Lilliput’ zinnias are incredibly long-lasting both in the garden and as cut flowers. Their sturdy stems and dense blooms make them ideal for miniature bouquets and boutonnieres, and they’re also excellent at attracting butterflies and other pollinators to small garden spaces!
Cosmos Sonata Mix
Cosmos ‘Sonata Mix’ is a compact, early-flowering variety prized for its abundance of daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, rose, and carmine. The plants grow to about 1–2 feet tall, making them perfect for borders, containers, or small garden spaces. Each flower features delicate, feathery foliage and sits atop sturdy stems, creating a charming, airy look. ‘Sonata Mix’ cosmos bloom prolifically from early summer to fall, providing a long-lasting display of color and beauty.Interesting Fact:
‘Sonata Mix’ was bred specifically for its compact size and early blooming habit, making it ideal for urban gardens and patio containers. Despite its shorter stature, it is just as attractive to pollinators as taller cosmos varieties, drawing in butterflies and bees throughout the season!
Celosia Shimmer
Celosia ‘Shimmer’ is a striking annual flower variety known for its eye-catching, feathery plumes that shimmer in shades of vivid pink, magenta, and sometimes soft orange or gold. The upright, plume-like flower heads sit above glossy green foliage and can reach heights of 18–24 inches. ‘Shimmer’ celosia brings vibrant color and texture to garden beds, borders, and floral arrangements, thriving in sunny spots with well-drained soil throughout the summer and into early fall.Interesting Fact:
Celosia ‘Shimmer’ flowers are not only beautiful in the garden but are also excellent for drying. When cut and hung upside down, their plumes retain both shape and color for months, making them a popular choice for everlasting bouquets and dried floral crafts!
Celosia Plumed Fresh Look Gold
Celosia ‘Plumed Fresh Look Gold’ is a vibrant and easy-to-grow annual prized for its brilliant, feathery golden-yellow plumes. These upright, flame-like flower heads rise above attractive green foliage, creating a bold splash of color in garden beds, borders, and containers. The plants are compact and bushy—typically around 12–16 inches tall—and bloom continuously from summer into fall, even in hot, humid weather.Interesting Fact:
Unlike some celosias, ‘Plumed Fresh Look Gold’ maintains its bright color even when the plumes age or after rain, making it a reliable choice for long-lasting garden color. Additionally, these flowers are deer resistant and can be used both fresh and dried for arrangements!
Celosia Wheat Flamingo Feather
Celosia ‘Wheat Flamingo Feather’ is a unique, ornamental annual known for its soft, spiky flower heads that resemble stalks of wheat. The blooms are a blend of silvery pink and blush tones, creating an airy, delicate effect atop upright stems that reach 2–3 feet tall. With its slender, grass-like appearance and shimmering pastel hues, ‘Flamingo Feather’ celosia adds elegant texture and movement to garden beds, borders, and fresh or dried floral arrangements.Interesting Fact:
‘Wheat Flamingo Feather’ celosia is highly valued by florists for its exceptional vase life and ability to retain color and shape when dried. Its ethereal plumes are also popular in wedding bouquets and decorative crafts, bringing a touch of softness and sophistication to any arrangement!
Cut and Come Again Zinnias
Cut and Come Again zinnias are a beloved variety of zinnia prized for their prolific, continuous blooming habit. These compact, bushy plants produce an abundance of small, double or semi-double daisy-like flowers in a bright mix of colors, including red, pink, orange, yellow, and white. When flowers are cut for bouquets, the plants quickly send up new stems and blooms, ensuring a steady supply of fresh flowers from early summer until frost. This makes them perfect for gardeners who love to enjoy homegrown bouquets all season long.Interesting Fact:
The more you harvest flowers from Cut and Come Again zinnias, the more they produce! Regularly cutting blooms encourages branching and stimulates the plants to set even more buds, making them one of the best choices for a continuous, vibrant display in both gardens and vases.
Cosmos Bright Lights
Cosmos ‘Bright Lights’ is a vibrant, easy-to-grow annual renowned for its cheerful, daisy-like blooms in brilliant shades of orange, gold, and yellow. The plants reach 2–3 feet tall and feature finely divided, ferny foliage that gives an airy, graceful appearance. ‘Bright Lights’ cosmos bloom profusely from midsummer until frost, creating a lively display of warm colors that attract butterflies and pollinators to garden beds, borders, and wildflower meadows.Interesting Fact:
Unlike many other cosmos varieties, ‘Bright Lights’ is especially heat- and drought-tolerant, thriving even in poor soils and challenging garden conditions. This resilience makes it a favorite for low-maintenance landscapes and pollinator gardens!
Cosmos Versailles Mix
Cosmos ‘Versailles Mix’ is a charming blend of tall, graceful annuals known for their large, daisy-like blooms in shades of pink, carmine, and white. Each flower features broad petals and a cheerful yellow center, perched atop slender stems that can reach up to 4 feet tall. The plants have delicate, feathery foliage and produce masses of blooms from midsummer to frost, creating a soft, romantic look in borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens.Interesting Fact:
‘Versailles Mix’ cosmos are especially popular with cut flower enthusiasts because of their long stems and exceptional vase life. Their tall, airy habit makes them a favorite for creating natural-looking, loose bouquets and arrangements that last for days indoors!
Rouge Royale Sunflower
Rouge Royale sunflower is a stunning annual variety celebrated for its deep, velvety red petals that set it apart from traditional yellow sunflowers. The large, eye-catching blooms can reach 5–6 inches across and feature a dark, chocolate-brown center, creating a dramatic and elegant effect in the garden or as a cut flower. The plants are typically sturdy and can grow 5–6 feet tall, making them ideal as a bold focal point in garden beds and borders.Interesting Fact:
Rouge Royale sunflowers are not only beautiful but also excellent for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Additionally, their seeds can provide food for birds in late summer and fall, making them a valuable choice for supporting local wildlife!
California Giant Zinnias
California Giant zinnias are impressive annual flowers known for their enormous, showy blooms that can reach up to 5–6 inches across. These zinnias come in a vibrant array of colors, including red, pink, orange, yellow, lavender, and white, often with double or semi-double petals. The tall, sturdy plants typically grow 3–4 feet high, making them excellent for the back of borders, mass plantings, and stunning cut flower arrangements. Their long-lasting blooms appear from mid-summer until frost, adding bold, cheerful color to any garden.Interesting Fact:
California Giant zinnias are not only a favorite among gardeners for their size and color, but their large, open blooms are also magnets for butterflies and other pollinators—making them a fantastic choice for creating a lively, pollinator-friendly landscape!
Green Zinnias
Green zinnias are unique and eye-catching annual flowers celebrated for their fresh, lime-green blooms that stand out in any garden setting. These zinnias typically produce double or semi-double flowers, ranging from 2 to 4 inches across, on sturdy, upright stems. Their unusual color adds an elegant and modern touch to mixed borders, cutting gardens, and floral arrangements, where they pair beautifully with both bold and pastel hues. Green zinnias bloom prolifically from midsummer until frost, providing continuous interest and vibrant contrast.Interesting Fact:
Green zinnias are especially prized by floral designers because their striking color acts as a versatile “neutral,” blending seamlessly with any bouquet or arrangement and making other colors pop. They’re also just as attractive to pollinators as their more colorful cousins!
Celosia Texas Plume
Celosia ‘Texas Plume’ is an eye-catching annual renowned for its tall, feathery flower spikes that resemble vibrant, upright flames. These plumes bloom in a rich mix of colors, including vivid red, orange, yellow, pink, and purple, creating a dazzling display in garden beds, borders, and floral arrangements. ‘Texas Plume’ celosia plants are typically robust and reach heights of 2–3 feet, with lush green foliage that provides a striking backdrop for the brightly colored blooms. The flowers appear from summer through fall, thriving in full sun and warm conditions.Interesting Fact:
‘Texas Plume’ celosia is not only a favorite for fresh summer bouquets but is also excellent for drying. When harvested and dried, the plumes retain their brilliant colors for months, making them perfect for everlasting arrangements and craft projects!
Cosmos Sonata Mix
Cosmos ‘Sonata Mix’ is a compact and early-flowering variety celebrated for its abundance of charming, daisy-like blooms in shades of white, pink, rose, and carmine. Growing to just 1–2 feet tall, ‘Sonata Mix’ is perfect for borders, containers, and small gardens, offering a neat, bushy habit with finely cut, feathery foliage. These prolific bloomers provide a continuous splash of color from early summer through fall, attracting pollinators and brightening up any garden space.Interesting Fact:
‘Sonata Mix’ cosmos was specially bred for its compact size and uniform growth, making it ideal for urban gardens and patio containers. Despite its petite stature, it’s just as attractive to butterflies and bees as taller cosmos varieties, supporting pollinators even in limited spaces!
African Marigold Mix
African Marigold Mix is a robust, sun-loving annual famous for its large, globe-shaped blooms in brilliant shades of yellow, gold, and orange. These marigolds feature dense, ruffled petals and can reach 2–4 feet in height, adding bold color and texture to garden beds, borders, and containers. The lush, dark green foliage contrasts beautifully with the vibrant flowers, which bloom continuously from early summer to frost. African marigolds are also valued for their resilience—thriving in hot, dry conditions and tolerating poor soil.Interesting Fact:
African marigolds are not only decorative but also have natural pest-repellent properties. Their strong scent helps deter nematodes and other harmful insects, making them a great companion plant for vegetable gardens!
Celosia Lilliput Kewpie
Celosia ‘Lilliput Kewpie’ is a charming, compact annual prized for its small, rounded flower heads that resemble colorful pom-poms. These blooms come in a delightful mix of vivid shades such as pink, red, orange, and yellow, adding playful color to beds, borders, and containers. The neat, bushy plants typically reach about 8–12 inches tall, making them perfect for the front of garden displays or as an eye-catching addition to patio pots. ‘Lilliput Kewpie’ celosia blooms continuously from summer into early fall, creating a cheerful, long-lasting display.Interesting Fact:
Despite their petite size, ‘Lilliput Kewpie’ celosias are excellent for both fresh and dried arrangements. The dense flower heads retain their color and shape when dried, making them ideal for crafts and everlasting bouquets—plus, their compact size makes them perfect for miniature floral designs!
Rocket Tail Hybrid Mix Snapdragons
Rocket Tall Hybrid Mix is a striking variety of snapdragon (Antirrhinum majus) known for its tall, sturdy spikes covered with densely packed, vibrant blooms. The mix features a wide range of colors, including red, pink, yellow, white, orange, and purple, creating a lively and eye-catching display in garden beds and borders. These snapdragons can reach heights of 2–3 feet, making them ideal for the back of borders or as a dramatic focal point in floral arrangements. The flowers bloom from late spring through fall and are excellent for cutting, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to the garden.Interesting Fact:
Snapdragon flowers, including those in the Rocket Tall Hybrid Mix, have a unique "mouth" that opens and closes when squeezed at the sides—a fun feature that gives them their common name. This playful trait makes them a favorite among children and adds interactive charm to any garden!
Coneflower Paradiso Mix
The Coneflower Paradiso Mix is a vibrant blend of Echinacea varieties, known for their daisy-like blooms in a spectrum of colors including pink, purple, red, orange, yellow, and white. These hardy perennials are native to North America and are celebrated for their long-lasting flowers, which rise above clumps of sturdy green foliage on tall stems. The Paradiso Mix is especially valued in gardens for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies, and for its ability to bloom from early summer to fall, adding months of color and interest to landscapes.Interesting fact: Echinacea, or coneflower, has been traditionally used in herbal medicine for its immune-boosting properties. In addition to their medicinal history, the prominent seed cones left after the petals fall provide food for birds, especially goldfinches, through the fall and winter. This makes the Paradiso Mix not only beautiful but also beneficial for supporting local wildlife.
Magic Fountains Lilac Pink White Bee Delphinium
The Magic Fountains Delphinium is a compact perennial renowned for its stunning flower spikes in shades of lilac, pink, and white. Part of the Delphinium elatum group, this variety is especially attractive to bees and other pollinators, thanks to its open, accessible blooms. The plant typically grows to about 2-3 feet tall, making it perfect for smaller gardens or as a colorful addition to mixed borders. Its elegant, deeply lobed leaves and dense, upright flower stalks create a dramatic display from late spring through early summer.Interesting Interesting Fact: Unlike taller delphinium varieties that often need staking, Magic Fountains delphiniums are bred to have sturdy stems and a more compact habit, making them less likely to topple over in wind or rain. This makes them ideal for gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality.
Celosia Rooster Purple
Celosia ‘Rooster Purple’ is a vibrant and unique flowering plant known for its bold, feathery blooms that resemble the crest of a rooster, hence the name. The flowers have a striking, velvety texture and are typically a deep, rich purple, sometimes with hints of magenta or burgundy. The plumes stand upright atop sturdy green stems, adding dramatic height and color to gardens and floral arrangements. The foliage is lush and green, which provides a beautiful contrast to the intense purple blooms. Celosia ‘Rooster Purple’ is popular for both fresh and dried arrangements due to its unusual shape and long-lasting color.An interesting fact about celosia is that it belongs to the amaranth family and is not only ornamental but also edible in some cultures. In parts of Africa and Asia, celosia leaves and young shoots are cooked and eaten as leafy greens, known for their nutritional value and slightly spinach-like flavor.
Lupine Wild Perenial
Lupine is a striking wild perennial known for its tall, spiky clusters of vibrant blue, purple, pink, or white flowers. Belonging to the legume family, lupines are commonly found in meadows, prairies, and open woodlands across North America and beyond. Their deeply divided, palmate leaves add to their distinctive appearance, and these hardy plants can thrive in poor soils due to their ability to fix nitrogen.Interesting Fact: Some species of lupine have a unique relationship with certain butterflies. The endangered Karner blue butterfly, for example, relies exclusively on wild lupine as a food source for its caterpillars. Without the presence of lupine plants, these butterflies cannot complete their life cycle.
Bunny Tail Grass
Bunny tails grass (Lagurus ovatus) is an ornamental annual grass prized for its soft, fluffy, tail-like flower heads that resemble a rabbit’s tail. Native to the Mediterranean region, bunny tails grow in compact clumps and reach about 12-24 inches tall. The flower heads start off pale green and mature to a creamy beige, swaying gently in the breeze and adding a playful, whimsical texture to gardens and floral arrangements.Interesting Fact: Bunny tails grass is a favorite in dried flower arrangements because the fluffy heads retain their shape and softness long after harvesting. Simply cutting and air-drying the stems allows them to be enjoyed for months or even years in bouquets and crafts.
Magic Fountains Mid-Blue White Bee Delphinium
Magic Fountain Mid-Blue White Bee Delphinium is a compact and striking perennial, celebrated for its dense spikes of mid-blue flowers adorned with distinctive white centers, known as "bees." Belonging to the Delphinium elatum group, this variety grows to about 2-3 feet tall, making it perfect for smaller gardens or borders. Its upright stems and prolific, richly colored blooms attract bees and other pollinators, while its deeply lobed green foliage adds lush texture to the garden during its late spring to early summer flowering season.
Interesting Fact: The "bee" in delphinium refers to the small, central patch of contrasting color found in the middle of each flower. This feature not only adds visual interest but also acts as a nectar guide, helping pollinators like bees efficiently find their way to the flower's nectar.
Elegance Purple Lavender
Elegance Lavender is a refined variety of English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) known for its compact, tidy growth and profusion of fragrant, purple-blue flower spikes. This versatile perennial grows about 12-18 inches tall and is ideal for borders, containers, and aromatic gardens. Its silvery-green, narrow foliage provides year-round interest, and the blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators throughout the summer.
Interesting Fact: In addition to its ornamental beauty and fragrance, Elegance Lavender is prized for its culinary uses. The flowers and leaves can be used to flavor baked goods, syrups, and teas, adding a subtle floral note to both sweet and savory dishes.
Benary's Giant Mix Zinnia
Benary's Giant Mixed Zinnia seeds produce a vibrant assortment of large, fully double blooms in a wide range of colors, including red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and purple. These annual flowers are part of the highly regarded Benary's Giant series, known for their robust growth, disease resistance, and suitability as cut flowers. Plants grow 3 to 4 feet tall, with long, sturdy stems that are perfect for bouquets and garden displays. The continuous blooms attract butterflies and pollinators from summer until the first frost, adding long-lasting color and life to any garden.
Interesting Fact: Because of their exceptional vase life and diverse color palette, Benary's Giant Mixed Zinnias are a favorite among professional flower farmers and home gardeners alike. These zinnias not only brighten up outdoor spaces but also stay fresh for up to two weeks in floral arrangements.
Benary's Giant Golden Yellow Zinnia
Benary's Giant Golden Yellow Zinnia is a robust and eye-catching annual flower known for its large, fully double blooms in a vibrant golden yellow hue. Part of the popular Benary's Giant series, these zinnias feature sturdy, long stems that make them ideal for cutting gardens and floral arrangements. The plants typically reach heights of 3 to 4 feet, with continuous blooms from summer to frost. Their bright color and high resistance to disease make them a favorite among gardeners and pollinators alike.
Interesting Fact: Benary's Giant Zinnias are especially prized by professional florists because their sturdy stems and long vase life allow the blooms to stay fresh and beautiful for up to two weeks after cutting, making them a top choice for bouquets and event arrangements.
Giant Golden Yellow Zinnia
Giant Golden Yellow Zinnia is a striking annual flower celebrated for its extra-large, fully double blooms in a rich, golden yellow hue. These bold flowers can reach up to 4–5 inches across, featuring multiple layers of petals for a lush, dahlia-like appearance. The plants grow vigorously, often reaching 3 to 4 feet tall, and produce long, sturdy stems ideal for cutting gardens and floral arrangements. Thriving in sunny locations, this zinnia attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, providing vibrant color from midsummer until the first frost.
Interesting Fact: Giant Golden Yellow Zinnias are renowned for their exceptional vase life, often lasting up to two weeks after cutting. Their bright, cheerful blooms are favorites in both home gardens and professional floral designs, bringing a burst of sunshine indoors or out.
Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium
Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium is a compact, elegant perennial prized for its tall, dense spikes of pure white, semi-double flowers. A member of the Delphinium elatum group, this variety reaches about 2-3 feet in height—ideal for smaller gardens, borders, or cottage-style plantings. Its sturdy stems rarely require staking, and its lush, deeply lobed foliage provides attractive greenery even when not in bloom. The bright white flowers bloom from late spring to early summer and attract bees and other pollinators to the garden.
Interesting Fact: Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium is often used by florists in wedding arrangements and bouquets due to its pristine color and graceful form. Its compact habit also makes it easier to grow and maintain compared to taller delphinium varieties, while still providing a dramatic vertical accent in the garden.
Giant Dahlia Flower Mix Zinnia
Giant Dahlia Flower Mix Zinnia is a stunning annual variety known for its large, dahlia-like blooms that come in a vibrant mix of colors, including red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and purple. Each flower features multiple layers of petals, creating a full, rounded appearance reminiscent of dahlias. Plants typically grow 2 to 3 feet tall, making them ideal for garden borders, beds, and cut flower arrangements. These zinnias are easy to grow, thrive in sunny locations, and attract butterflies and other pollinators throughout the blooming season.
Interesting Fact: Giant Dahlia Flower Mix Zinnias are highly valued for their long-lasting blooms, both in the garden and as cut flowers. Their striking resemblance to dahlias, combined with the ease of growing zinnias from seed, makes them a popular choice for gardeners seeking showy, low-maintenance color all summer long.
Elegance Purple Lavender
Elegance Lavender is a refined variety of English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) known for its compact, tidy growth and profusion of fragrant, purple-blue flower spikes. This versatile perennial grows about 12-18 inches tall and is ideal for borders, containers, and aromatic gardens. Its silvery-green, narrow foliage provides year-round interest, and the blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators throughout the summer.
Interesting Fact: In addition to its ornamental beauty and fragrance, Elegance Lavender is prized for its culinary uses. The flowers and leaves can be used to flavor baked goods, syrups, and teas, adding a subtle floral note to both sweet and savory dishes.
Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium
Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium is a compact, elegant perennial prized for its tall, dense spikes of pure white, semi-double flowers. A member of the Delphinium elatum group, this variety reaches about 2-3 feet in height—ideal for smaller gardens, borders, or cottage-style plantings. Its sturdy stems rarely require staking, and its lush, deeply lobed foliage provides attractive greenery even when not in bloom. The bright white flowers bloom from late spring to early summer and attract bees and other pollinators to the garden.
Interesting Fact: Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium is often used by florists in wedding arrangements and bouquets due to its pristine color and graceful form. Its compact habit also makes it easier to grow and maintain compared to taller delphinium varieties, while still providing a dramatic vertical accent in the garden.
Other Plants in My Garden
Belinda's Dream
Belinda’s Dream rose is a beloved shrub rose variety renowned for its large, fully double, bubblegum-pink blooms with a classic rose fragrance. The flowers appear repeatedly throughout the growing season, with each blossom measuring up to 4–5 inches across and boasting a lush, romantic form. The bush itself is vigorous, rounded, and disease-resistant, featuring glossy, dark green foliage that provides a beautiful contrast to the abundant blooms. Belinda’s Dream is prized for its easy care, strong performance in hot and humid climates, and reliable repeat blooming in landscapes or as a cut flower.Interesting Fact:
Belinda’s Dream was the first rose to be named an “Earth-Kind®” rose by Texas A&M University, a designation awarded only to roses that demonstrate outstanding performance with minimal care, making it an excellent choice for sustainable and low-maintenance gardens!
Sunflower
The sunflower (Helianthus annuus) is a striking annual plant known for its large, cheerful flower heads that can reach up to a foot in diameter. With bright yellow petals surrounding a dark central disk, sunflowers stand tall on sturdy, leafy stems—often growing 6 feet or more in height. Their bold blooms turn to face the sun throughout the day, creating a vibrant display in gardens, meadows, and fields. Sunflowers are not only visually stunning but also attract pollinators and provide seeds enjoyed by birds, wildlife, and people alike.Interesting Fact:
Sunflowers exhibit a behavior called heliotropism—their buds and young blooms actively track the sun from east to west during the day, maximizing photosynthesis. Once mature, the flowers typically settle facing east to attract pollinators in the warm morning sun!
Angelonia
Lavender angelonia (Angelonia angustifolia), often called “summer snapdragon,” is a heat-loving annual prized for its elegant spikes of delicate, lavender-purple flowers. The blossoms resemble tiny orchids and bloom profusely from late spring through fall, rising above lush, glossy green foliage. Lavender angelonia plants are compact and upright, typically reaching 12–18 inches tall, making them perfect for borders, containers, and sunny garden beds. They are drought-tolerant, low-maintenance, and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.Interesting Fact:
Lavender angelonia is often called the “summer snapdragon” because, unlike true snapdragons, it thrives and blooms continuously in hot, humid weather—making it a favorite for summer gardens in warm climates!
Red Floribunda Rose
A red floribunda rose is a vibrant, hardy shrub known for its clusters of brilliant red blooms that appear repeatedly throughout the growing season. Each flower is typically medium-sized, with a classic rose shape and a light, pleasant fragrance. Floribundas are celebrated for their prolific blooming habit, producing dozens of blossoms at once on bushy, compact plants that usually grow 2–4 feet tall. Their glossy, dark green foliage provides a striking backdrop for the vivid red flowers, making them a favorite for borders, mass plantings, and cutting gardens.Interesting Fact:
Floribunda roses were developed by crossing hybrid teas with polyantha roses, combining the best traits of both: the abundant, cluster-style blooms of polyanthas and the wider color range and elegant form of hybrid teas. This makes red floribundas both beautiful and exceptionally reliable in gardens!
White Floribunda Rose
The white floribunda rose is a type of rose bush known for its clusters of pure white, semi-double to fully double blooms. Floribunda roses are celebrated for their prolific flowering habit, producing numerous blossoms throughout the growing season. The white variety adds a sense of elegance and purity to gardens and floral arrangements, with its crisp blooms often accented by glossy, deep green foliage. These roses are prized for their hardiness, disease resistance, and ability to bloom repeatedly from spring to fall.Interesting fact: The term "floribunda" means "many-flowering" in Latin, reflecting the rose’s ability to produce abundant clusters of blooms rather than a single flower per stem. White floribunda roses are often used in wedding bouquets and ceremonies to symbolize innocence, remembrance, and new beginnings.
Yellow Floribunda Rose
The yellow floribunda rose is a vibrant, cheerful variety of rose bush known for its clusters of sunny yellow blooms. Floribunda roses are celebrated for their prolific flowering, producing multiple blossoms on each stem throughout the growing season. The yellow variety stands out in gardens and floral arrangements, adding warmth and brightness with its rich, golden color. These roses typically have a light, pleasant fragrance and are cherished for their hardiness, disease resistance, and repeat blooming from spring to fall.Interesting fact: Yellow roses have traditionally symbolized friendship, joy, and new beginnings. The yellow floribunda rose, with its abundant blooms, is often chosen to express appreciation and to celebrate happy occasions. In Victorian times, yellow roses were also seen as a symbol of platonic affection and were given to friends to convey warmth and caring.
Stargazer Lily
The Stargazer lily (Lilium ‘Stargazer’) is a spectacular hybrid Oriental lily celebrated for its large, upward-facing blooms in striking shades of deep pink, rose, and white, with distinctive freckles and a vibrant, sweet fragrance. Each flower can measure up to 6 inches across, perched atop sturdy stems that reach 2–4 feet tall. The lush, lance-shaped green leaves provide a graceful backdrop for the dramatic flowers, which bloom in midsummer and make stunning additions to garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements.Interesting Fact:
Stargazer lilies were bred in the 1970s to overcome the tendency of traditional Oriental lilies to have downward-facing blooms. Their “stargazing” upward orientation not only makes them more visually striking in the garden but also symbolizes hope and aspiration—making them a popular choice for celebrations and bouquets!
Bridal Blush Calla Lilly
Bridal Blush calla lily (Zantedeschia ‘Bridal Blush’) is an elegant and graceful perennial prized for its slender, trumpet-shaped blooms in soft, creamy white to pale blush-pink hues. The flowers rise above glossy, arrow-shaped green leaves, creating a sophisticated and romantic appearance perfect for weddings, bouquets, and garden borders. Blooming from late spring to midsummer, Bridal Blush calla lilies add a touch of timeless beauty and gentle color to both garden beds and containers.Interesting Fact:
Calla lilies, including the Bridal Blush variety, are not true lilies but belong to the arum family. Their blooms are actually modified leaves called spathes, which surround a central spike (spadix) of tiny true flowers—adding an intriguing botanical twist to their elegant look!
Shirly Temple Peony
The Shirley Temple peony (Paeonia lactiflora ‘Shirley Temple’) is a beloved herbaceous perennial celebrated for its large, fully double blooms that open blush pink and gradually fade to a creamy white as they mature. Each fragrant flower can reach up to 8 inches across, with ruffled, soft petals that create a lush, romantic effect. The sturdy, bushy plants grow 2–3 feet tall, with rich green foliage that provides a beautiful backdrop for the abundant, showy blossoms in late spring to early summer. Shirley Temple peonies are cherished for their classic beauty, strong stems, and exceptional performance both as garden specimens and cut flowers.Interesting Fact:
Shirley Temple peony flowers are named after the famous child actress Shirley Temple, reflecting their charming, sweet appearance. With proper care, peony plants can live and bloom in the same spot for decades—sometimes even over 50 years—making them a treasured heirloom in many gardens!
Sarah Bernhardt Peony
The Sarah Bernhardt peony (Paeonia lactiflora ‘Sarah Bernhardt’) is a classic and much-loved perennial renowned for its enormous, fully double blooms in soft, shell-pink hues. Each flower is densely packed with ruffled, delicately scented petals and can measure up to 8 inches across. Blooming in late spring to early summer, these peonies grow on sturdy, upright stems reaching 2–3 feet tall, adorned with rich green, deeply cut foliage. Sarah Bernhardt peonies are prized for their romantic, old-fashioned beauty, prolific flowering, and outstanding performance in both garden beds and cut flower arrangements.Interesting Fact:
Named after the famous French stage actress Sarah Bernhardt, this peony has been cherished by gardeners for over a century and remains one of the most popular peony varieties worldwide. Its blooms are highly sought after for wedding bouquets and can last up to a week or more in a vase with proper care!
Silver Dollar Eucalyptis Cinera
The Silver Dollar Eucalyptus is an eye-catching evergreen tree known for its round, silvery-blue leaves that resemble coins, which is how it earned its common name. Native to southeastern Australia, this tree is prized for its aromatic foliage, often used in floral arrangements and home décor. Its leaves also produce a refreshing scent and are a source of essential oils. The Silver Dollar Eucalyptus can grow up to 30 feet tall and is drought-tolerant once established, making it a popular ornamental choice in suitable climates.
Interesting fact: The leaves of the Silver Dollar Eucalyptus contain natural compounds that help repel insects, making them useful as a natural insect deterrent in gardens and homes.
Elainealope Tall Bearded Iris
The Elainealope Tall Bearded Iris is a striking perennial flower, celebrated for its large, ruffled petals and signature “beard”—a fuzzy line on the falls (lower petals) that gives this group of irises their name. The Elainealope variety often features unique color combinations, such as rich purples, blues, or bi-color blends, making it stand out in any garden setting. These irises typically bloom from late spring to early summer and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, adding dramatic beauty to flower beds and borders.Interesting fact: Bearded irises, including Elainealope, are exceptionally long-lived. When cared for properly, they can thrive and bloom in the same location for decades, with their flower displays often becoming more impressive each year.The Elainealope Tall Bearded Iris is a striking perennial flower, celebrated for its large, ruffled petals and signature “beard”—a fuzzy line on the falls (lower petals) that gives this group of irises their name. The Elainealope variety often features unique color combinations, such as rich purples, blues, or bi-color blends, making it stand out in any garden setting. These irises typically bloom from late spring to early summer and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, adding dramatic beauty to flower beds and borders.Interesting fact: Bearded irises, including Elainealope, are exceptionally long-lived. When cared for properly, they can thrive and bloom in the same location for decades, with their flower displays often becoming more impressive each year.
Stargazer Lily
The Stargazer lily (Lilium ‘Stargazer’) is a spectacular hybrid Oriental lily celebrated for its large, upward-facing blooms in striking shades of deep pink, rose, and white, with distinctive freckles and a vibrant, sweet fragrance. Each flower can measure up to 6 inches across, perched atop sturdy stems that reach 2–4 feet tall. The lush, lance-shaped green leaves provide a graceful backdrop for the dramatic flowers, which bloom in midsummer and make stunning additions to garden beds, borders, and cut flower arrangements.Interesting Fact:
Stargazer lilies were bred in the 1970s to overcome the tendency of traditional Oriental lilies to have downward-facing blooms. Their “stargazing” upward orientation not only makes them more visually striking in the garden but also symbolizes hope and aspiration—making them a popular choice for celebrations and bouquets!
Blue Prairie Daylily
The blue prairie daylily is a striking perennial plant known for its graceful, lily-like blooms that often feature shades of blue-violet or lavender rather than a true blue. Daylilies (Hemerocallis) are beloved in gardens for their hardiness, low maintenance, and ability to thrive in a variety of climates. The blue prairie variety adds a cool, soothing color to flower beds and borders, and each blossom typically lasts just one day, with new flowers opening daily throughout the flowering season.
Interesting fact: Despite their name, there are no truly blue daylilies—most "blue" varieties are actually shades of blue-violet or lavender. Breeders continue to strive for a true blue daylily, making it a kind of “holy grail” among flower enthusiasts. Daylilies are also edible, and their buds and petals can be used in salads or as garnishes!
Shirly Temple Peony
The Shirley Temple peony (Paeonia lactiflora ‘Shirley Temple’) is a beloved herbaceous perennial celebrated for its large, fully double blooms that open blush pink and gradually fade to a creamy white as they mature. Each fragrant flower can reach up to 8 inches across, with ruffled, soft petals that create a lush, romantic effect. The sturdy, bushy plants grow 2–3 feet tall, with rich green foliage that provides a beautiful backdrop for the abundant, showy blossoms in late spring to early summer. Shirley Temple peonies are cherished for their classic beauty, strong stems, and exceptional performance both as garden specimens and cut flowers.Interesting Fact:
Shirley Temple peony flowers are named after the famous child actress Shirley Temple, reflecting their charming, sweet appearance. With proper care, peony plants can live and bloom in the same spot for decades—sometimes even over 50 years—making them a treasured heirloom in many gardens!
Siberian Iris
The Siberian Iris (Iris sibirica) is a perennial plant admired for its slender, grass-like foliage and delicate, upright flowers. Native to northern and central Europe and parts of Asia, this iris produces elegant blooms in shades of blue, violet, white, and sometimes yellow. Siberian Irises typically flower in late spring to early summer and are known for forming attractive clumps that add vertical interest to gardens. Unlike bearded irises, Siberian Irises have smooth, beardless petals and are notably hardy, thriving in both full sun and partial shade with minimal care.
Interesting fact: Siberian Irises are particularly resilient to wet conditions and are often planted in rain gardens or near ponds, where their robust root systems help prevent soil erosion
Phlox Salmon Orange Dark Eyes
This vibrant phlox variety features striking salmon-orange petals accented by deep, dark centers (or “eyes”), creating a dramatic and colorful contrast in the garden. The flowers bloom in dense, fragrant clusters atop sturdy stems, making them a standout in flower beds, borders, or cottage gardens. Phlox is a perennial favorite for its extended blooming period—often from early summer into fall—and its ability to thrive in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. These cheerful blooms not only add brightness to landscapes but also attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Interesting fact: Phlox flowers have a sweet, subtle fragrance that becomes more pronounced in the evening, making them a wonderful choice for moon gardens or spaces where you enjoy spending time outdoors at dusk.
Iris Superstition
The Iris ‘Superstition’ is a dramatic bearded iris cultivar prized for its deep, velvety, near-black blooms. Its ruffled petals shimmer with shades of midnight purple and dark indigo, creating a striking contrast against its sword-like, green foliage. Blooming in late spring to early summer, this iris adds bold sophistication and elegance to any garden setting.An interesting fact about Iris ‘Superstition’ is that, despite its dark color, it can appear to change hue depending on lighting conditions—sometimes looking almost black, while at other times revealing rich purple or blue undertones. This color-shifting quality is especially captivating in both garden beds and floral arrangements.
Celosia
The bright pink plumed celosia (Celosia argentea var. plumosa) is an eye-catching annual flower known for its feathery, plume-like flower heads that stand upright in vibrant shades of pink. Its lush, textured blooms create a bold statement in garden beds, containers, and floral arrangements, while the plant’s green foliage provides a beautiful contrast. Plumed celosia blooms throughout the summer and thrives in full sun, bringing lasting color to landscapes.An interesting fact about plumed celosia is that its striking flower heads are not only ornamental but also long-lasting when cut, and they retain their vivid color even when dried, making them popular for use in dried floral crafts and arrangements.
Karl Rosenfeld Peony
The Karl Rosenfield peony is a classic garden favorite, prized for its large, double blooms of rich, vibrant magenta-red. Each lush flower is densely packed with petals, creating a full, ruffled appearance that stands out in spring and early summer gardens. The sturdy stems and glossy green foliage make this peony ideal for both garden beds and cut flower arrangements, where its beauty and subtle fragrance can be fully appreciated.An interesting fact about the Karl Rosenfield peony is that it is a remarkably long-lived perennial, often thriving and blooming for decades in the same spot with minimal care, sometimes even outlasting the gardener who planted it.
Canna Lilly
The canna lily (Canna indica) is a bold, tropical-looking perennial known for its large, paddle-shaped leaves and vibrant, showy flowers that range in color from red and orange to yellow and pink. Its towering stems and lush foliage create a dramatic focal point in gardens, borders, or containers, and the plant thrives in warm, sunny locations throughout the summer.An interesting fact about the canna lily is that its edible rhizomes have been used as a food source in many cultures, particularly in South America and Asia, where they are valued for their high starch content and are sometimes ground into flour.
