The Nasturtium Mahogany, 'Tropaeolum majus', has majestic deep red flowers in stunning contrast with bright-green foliage. Nasturtium Mahogany's rich color is reminiscent of gleaming antique furniture, it adds "polish" to a garden bed. The deep red 2 to 21/2 inch flowers bloom 6 weeks after sowing. They will bloom all season until fall.The Mahogany prefer full sun but will withstand some shade. Nasturtiums perform well in bad soil, but is comfortable in average garden soil that is not overly fertile. When the blossom passes its peak, pinch off to the base of the stem. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date or fall plant in warmer climates. The flowers and leaves are edible. Nasturtiums are used for edging and borders. These plants will also deter whiteflies, squash bug, and rabbits.

The Black Eyed Susan Vine, 'Thunbergia alata', is a vigorous vine with spunky yellow, orange, and white flowers. The solid black eye of the flowers contrast vividly with petal colors. The Black Eyed Susan vine is easy to grow and produces flowers that are 1 to 2 inches wide. This vine blooms reliably from early summer through late summer.Black Eyed Susan Vines prefer full sun but will tolerate some shade. They like rich, moist, well drained soils. Plant them near a trellis or fence, as Black Eyed Susans climb by twining. Seed the plants after all danger of frost has passed. The Black Eyed Susan vine can be grown as a quick screen and as a colorful groundcover. They are excellent in window boxes and hanging baskets.

The Morning Glory Spilt Personality, 'Ipomoea purpurea', has graceful, delicately split, star-shaped flowers that will add a unique look to your garden. The 2 inch star shaped flowers are magenta-pink in color. They are called morning glory because blooms open in the cool of the morning. During the fall, flowers open all day. They will bloom from summer until fall frost.The Spilt Personality Morning Glory does not like to dry out, so water frequently. Morning glories seem to bloom earlier and with more blooms when they are constricted to a pot. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Plants started too early are less vigorous than those started later. This excellent vine will cover fences and trellises, grow as ground cover, or hang in large baskets or pots.

The Eggplant Baby Bambino, 'Solanum melongena (Hybrid)', is a baby eggplant with 1" fruits! The Bambino is great hors d'oeuvres, shish-kabobs and other eggplant dishes. It is also an attractive ornamental. In addition to not having the bitter flavor that some full-sized eggplants have, Bambino is a tasty and attractive addition to your garden. The 1 foot tall plants are excellent in pots and display large, lavender flowers over an extended period. They are often used as a vegetarian substitute for expensive meats.Plant in the spring, 3 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date. Ground temperature needs to very warm for seed to germinate. If nighttime temperatures drop below 60 degrees, the fruit will not set. Eggplant prefers rich, deep, loose soils with large amounts of organic material. Provide 1 inch of water a week if it does not rain.

The Dahlia Delight Mix, 'Dahlia variabilis', is a fabulous dwarf Dahlia with long lasting blooms that will provide a continuous supply of cut flowers for your summer bouquets. The large, vibrantly colored 3 inch flowers are in shades of red, yellow, orange, rose-pink, and white. The Delight Mix bloom continually from summer through fall.>Delight Mix Dahlia prefer full sun and in very hot summer climates, they prefer some afternoon shade. Place then in rich, well drained soils. Keep them well watered but not soggy. Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming. Plant in the spring after the last frost. This Dahlia is easy to grow and makes an excellent cut flower, border, or container plant.

The Larkspur American Flag, 'Consolida ambigua', has vivid blends of red, white, and blue. The Larkspur will add beauty and a patriotic flair to your garden. In most areas, this Larkspur Blend will bloom around Flag Day. The red, white and blue 1/4 to 1/2 inch flowers are densely packed on tall stems. The American Flag Larkspur blooms in mid spring to early summer.The Larkspur prefer a cool location in full sun. They like moist, rich, well drained soil that is slightly alkaline. Plant in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Larkspur are excellent for cut or dried flowers and as backdrop plant in front of a fence or wall.

The Phlox Coral Reef Mix, 'Phlox drummondii', produces bouquets of flowers with unique pastel shades all growing season. The Coral Reef Mix offers endless variations of cream, buff, coral, pink, and salmon shades. Each flower is only 1 inch wide and is carrying dense clusters several inches wide. The Coral Reef Mix blooms from spring to early fall and the flowers have a sweet fragrance.Coral Reef Phlox prefers full sun and the soil must be well drained. They like a lot of organic matter, so amend if necessary. The soil needs to be kept evenly moist. The spent flowers should be deadheaded to prolong blooming. Plant in the early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before the last average frost date. This plant is an outstanding annual for containers, bedding schemes, and for borders.

The Bee Balm Dotted Mint, 'Monarda lambada', is a variety of Bee Balm that has a unique and dramatic flower cluster. To protest tea taxes, the original colonists drank Bee Balm tea. It is native to to the eastern United States. The Dotted Mint has a pl

The Sweet Pea Ocean Foam, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a special blend of heirloom old spice sweet peas that are highly scented and heat resistant. The Ocean Foam is a blend of navy, med-blue, light blue and cream colored 1 to 2 inch flowers. The sweet peas

The Oregano Greek, 'Origanum heracleoticum', will jazz up a multitude of foods. This is the true, culinary oregano not often found in seed packets. The Greek Oregano is prized by Italian chefs. This 2 foot wide by 2 foot tall plant has small white flow

The Onion Bunching White Sweet Spanish, 'Allium fistulosum', has delicate stems and juicy sweet tops that onion lovers can't resist. The White Sweet Spanish Valencia also forms a small, globe-shaped white onion. A scallion is an onion harvested before

The Pumpkin Big Max, 'Cucurbita maxima', is a large pumpkin that may reach 100 pounds. Grow the biggest Jack-O-Lantern in the neighborhood and it is good for pies and canning! Big Max is the choice of "professional pumpkin contestants" The smooth light orange skin is perfect for Halloween carving or other holiday decorations. To achieve maximum size, grow one pumpkin per vine. Plant in the spring 2 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date. In warm climates plant in February or late summer for fall harvest. Pumpkins prefer rich well drained soil that is high in organic matter. The soil should be kept evenly moist. Harvest before the first light frost or when the pumpkin foliage begins to dry out.