Seeds - C -  Plant Nursery

Calendula - Pacific Beauty
Calendula officinalis

The Calendula Pacific Beauty 'Calendula officinalis', is very easy to grow, and an adaptive plant that will prosper under most conditions. Calendula, an old English cottage garden flower, is not fancy, but if you are looking for something with large, beautiful flowers that is easy to grow, this is the plant. The Pacific Beauty has 5 inch bright orange and yellow, double, daisy-like flowers. They bloom and perform best in cool weather. In warm climates, they bloom fall through spring and in cool climates, spring and early summer.Pacific Beautys prefer full sun locations. They are very adaptive to soils types, as long as they are in well drained soils. The soils should be kept moist but not soggy. Plant in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, and in warm climates plant in late summer or early fall for winter/spring bloom. The Calendula is a long lasting cut flower and looks great planted in masses, such as in borders, parking strips and containers.

Aster - Dwarf Milady
Callistephus chinensis

The Aster Dwarf Milady, 'Callistephus chinensis', is a wonderful dwarf aster with big flowers. The Dwarf Milady adds a cornucopia of color to your garden. It is very heat resistant and virtually worry free. The 3 inch flowers appear in colors of white, blue, deep rose, pink, and scarlet. The Milady blooms from early summer up to the first hard fall frost. The compact size of the Dwarf Milady makes it fantastic for container gardening as well as borders.The Aster Milady prefers rich, deep, light soil. Add compost to improve marginal soil quality. The plants require average water and they do not like to dry out. Pinch off faded flowers to encourage new blooms. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. This plant is excellent as a cut flower and the bright colors look great in any border

Cupids Dart
Catananche caerulea

The Cupids Dart, 'Catananche caerulea', is a truly low maintenance perennial that blooms the first year from seed. The flowers are blue, darker towards the center with contrasting yellow stamens. Cupids Dart blooms in early summer and then blooms off and on until first frost. The raggedy petaled, lavender blue daisies bloom profusely for several weeks. This plant historically was used to trap the unwary heart, hence the name.Cupids Dart prefer full sun and well drained soil, particularly in winter when wet soil can cause the plant to rot. They are drought tolerant and allow soil to dry out between waterings. Plant in early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before last average frost date. The Cupids Dart makes a long lasting cut flower, and they will naturalize in wildflower plantings.

Catgrass
Catgrass

The Grass Cat Oats, 'Avena sativa', is an important part of a cat's diet. We have chosen the best grass for cats, Oat Grass. It provides nutrients and is a good digestive aid. Plant this grass to keep your cats from eating potentially harmful house plants. It assists cats with furball elimination and provides certain vitamins and mineral to the cat's diet.Place Oat Grass seed by a window and the window light will supply enough light to get Oat Grass to the 2 to 4 inch height needed for cats to start munching down. Normal household temperature is ideal for germination and plant growth. Place seeds in potting soil to start the growth process. Use a container that is over 6 inches in diameter so the cats will not knock over the container.

Celosia - Pampas Plume
Celosia argentea 'plumosa'

The Celosia Pampas Plume, 'Celosia argentea plumosa', has dramatic masses of soft, feathery plumes that are stunning in fresh and dried flower arrangements. The upright plumes are 6 to 12 inches tall with flowers the colors of scarlet, rose, carmine, gold, cream and bronze. The Celosia argentea are widely cultivated as a bedding annual.Pamps Plume prefers fertile, well drained soil that is high in organic matter. The soil needs to be kept evenly moist. Place these plants in full sun for best results. Plant in the spring, after the last average frost date. The Celosia Pampas Plume provide a dramatic garden backdrop or focal point in beds, borders or containers.

Wallflower - English Bedder Mix
Cheiranthus cheiri

The Wallflower English Bedder Blend, 'Cheiranthus cheiri', displays dense clusters of fragrant, velvety, rich colored flowers. If you have an English garden, this perennial is a must. The flowers are rich in color and very fragrant. The flowers occur in dense clusters on top of dwarf plants. The Wallflower has 1/2 inch across flowers and colored in shades of yellow, orange, brown, and rust.The Wallflower English Bedder Blend is an excellent plant for coastal and mountainous regions because of its hardiness. The Wallflower blooms in the spring about the same time as lilacs and will bloom for 4 to 8 weeks. The blooms should be deadheaded often. Plant in average garden soil and in the early spring or in early fall, and at least 2 months before the average first frost date. The English Bedder Blend is used for cut flowers, rock gardens and borders.

Escarole - Grosse Bouclee
Chicorium endiva

The Escarole Grosse Bouclee, 'Chicorium endiva', is a crackling, crisp, tender, snappy green that is a must green in Europe and for any salad. Grown properly, no green will match its flavor. There is a reason superb gourmet salads usually have Escarole, because Escarole adds flavor, texture, and visual appeal to any salad. Blanching gives Escaroles and endives a creamy texture and color. Grosse Bouclee is fairly heat tolerant.Plant in the very early spring, 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost. In warm climates plant in the fall for winter harvest. Grosse Bouclee prefers fertile, moist, well drained soil with lots of organic matter. Harvest in the fall after the first couple of light frosts because the flavor is actually improved after a light frost. In the spring, harvest before temperatures get above 90 degrees.

Endive - Tres Fine Maraichere
Chicorium endiva

The Endive Tres Fine Maraichere, 'Chicorium endiva', is the classic ingredient for mesclun mixes. Tres Fine Maraichere has very narrow, finely cut leaves that add dramatic texture to salads, and it is a very attractive ornamental. Once you have tasted a well grown Endive, you will never eat a salad without it. The smooth taste of blanched Endive is perfect to cleanse your palate between spicy dishes. Plant it anywhere where very interesting texture is desired. Endive has large heads with narrow, very finely cut foliage.The key to success with Endive is to have it mature in cool or warm weather but not hot weather. Plant in very early spring or sow in summer, 10 to 12 weeks before the first fall frost. They will withstand some light frosts which can actually improve the flavor. Endive prefers fertile, moist, well drained soil with lost of organic matter. They will not tolerate weed competition.

Daisy - Painted Robinsons Mix
Chrysanthemum coccineum

The Daisy Painted Robinsons Blend, 'Chrysanthemum coccineum', has bright beautiful 3 inch daisy-like flowers on long stems which makes the Painted Daisy a great cut flower. It's hard to believe that flowers this bright and dramatic come from a perennial plant. Another common name for the Painted Daisy is Pyrethrum. The single and double 3 inch, daisy-like flowers are pink, red, and white with yellow centers. They bloom in the spring to early summer for 2 to 4 weeks. Some fall bloom may be possible if plants are cut down to just above the ground level after the initial bloom. The Robinsons Blend Daisy prefers full sun except in very hot climates where light afternoon shade is recommended. Painted Daisy prefer light, rich, and well drained soils that should be kept moist but not soggy. Plant in the spring, 2 weeks before the average last frost date or in the summer up to 2 months before the first fall frost. The Painted Daisy is excellent as a cut flower.

Daisy - Shasta
Chrysanthemum maximum

The Daisy Shasta Alaska, 'Chrysanthemum maximum', is an easy to grow, long blooming, very hardy perennial. The large, single, 3 to 5 inch bright white flowers make for a beautiful addition to any perennial garden.The flowers have a distinct yellow center. The Shasta Alaska has a very long blooming period of 90 to 120 days, early summer to fall. It will bloom the first year if started early enough in the spring.<p. The Shasta Daisy prefers full sun but does well in partial shade in very hot climates. The Alaska prefers moist, rich, well drained soil and needs to be kept well watered. Cut spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Plant in early spring, 2 to 3 weeks before the average last frost date, or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. The Alaska Shasta makes excellent cut flowers.

Daisy - White Buttons
Chrysanthemum paludosum

The Daisy White Buttons, 'Chrysanthemum paludosum', has masses of small 1/2 to 1 inch white flowers with yellow centers that bloom for months and months. The bright white flowers look radiant in the light of a full moon. There are so many flowers, it is hard to see the foliage. They bloom continually from spring until fall. Shear the White Buttons Daisy back in mid summer to encourage better fall bloom.The White Buttons Daisy prefers full sun. The White Buttons prefers moist, rich, well drained soil and needs to be kept well watered. Cut spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Plant in early spring, 2 to 3 weeks before the average last frost date. The White Buttons Daisy makes excellent cut flowers and is used in window boxes, pots, rock gardens and as an edging plant.

Cilantro ORGANIC
Cilantro ORGANIC

The Cilantro/Coriander Organic, 'Coriandrum sativum', is one of the most useful and tasty herbs available. Both the foliage and seed make this herb very versatile. Cilantro is also called Chinese parsley. Cilantro has a thousand uses from as simple as a sprig in chicken soup to chopped in Mexican food. The crushed seeds season stews, cookies, and beans. The Cilantro will bolt later than regular Cilantro. This plant was cultivated 3000 years ago by the Greeks and Romans to make vinegar to preserve meat. The foliage of the Cilantro plant has a sage flavor with a strong suggestion of citrus and is used more than the seeds at this time. The seed, Coriander, has a strong citrusy, lemon flavor. Senna tea is made from crushed Coriander. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date.This packet plants 13 - 10 foot rows.

Godetia - Semi-Dwarf Mix
Clarkia amoena

The Godetia, 'Clarkia amoena', is a native American Wildflower that has tall spikes of shimmering, satiny petals. This Godetia is a native to California and British Columbia and is one of the most beautiful flowers you can grow. The flowers are satiny, wavy, and rippling, looking somewhat like a full skirt and are ideal as a cut flower. Godetia is dramatic grown in large pots. Place in full sun in coastal climates, and in part shade in hot summer climatesGodetia blooms June through August in most climates. Godetia prefers average garden soil that is well drained. They do not like to be over watered. To use stems as cut flowers, cut when the top bud opens and the others will open shortly after. Plant in the spring, 2 weeks before the average last frost date. In zones 8 through 10, plant in the fall.

Larkspur - Giant Imperial Mix
Consolida ambigua

The Larkspur Giant Imperial Blend, 'Consolida ambigua', has tall spires of elegant, tightly packed flowers. Shades of blue, pink, and white flowers are set atop of long stems. The Giant Imperial 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.

Larkspur - Rose
Consolida ambigua

The Larkspur Rose, 'Consolida ambigua', has tall spires of rose colored flowers. It is considered one of the best for cut and dried flower arrangements. The 1/4 to 1/2 inch rose colored flowers are densely packed on tall stems. The Rose 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.

Larkspur - Shades of Blue
Consolida ambigua

The Larkspur Shades of Blue, 'Consolida ambigua', has tall spires of light, medium, and dark blue flowers. It is considered one of the best for cut and dried flower arrangements. The 1/4 to 1/2 inch blue colored flowers are densely packed on tall stems. The Shades of Blue 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.

Larkspur - Sublime BiColor
Consolida ambigua

The Larkspur Sublime Bicolor, 'Consolida ambigua', has tall spires of double, dark blue and white flowers. This is the first ever bicolored Larkspur. It is considered one of the best for cut and dried flower arrangements. The 1/4 to 1/2 inch double dark blue and white flowers are densely packed on tall stems. The Sublime Bicolor 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.

Larkspur - American Flag
Consolida ambigua

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.

Morning Glory - Ensign Blend Dwarf
Convoloulus tricolor

The Morning Glory Bush Ensign Blend, 'Convoloulus tricolor; is unlike most other morning glories, the intensely colored flowers of the Ensign Blend are open all day. Another difference between "regular" morning glories is that the Ensign grows in a nice tidy mound, which makes it a great annual groundcover. The Ensign Morning glory displays flowers that are 1 to 2 inches across with three different flowers; white with yellow center, intense rose with bright yellow/white starburst patterns and royal blue with the same center pattern.Plant the Ensign Blend in the spring after the last average frost date. Plants started too early are less vigorous than those started later. Locate them in full sun in well drained soils. This morning glory prefers slightly alkaline to very acid soils. This excellent vine will cover fences and trellises, grow as ground cover, or hang in large baskets or pots.

Coreopsis - Double Sunburst
Coreopsis lanceolata

The Coreopsis Double Sunburst, 'Coreopsis lanceolata', is very easy to grow and it has a long blooming period. Coreopsis are quick to come up, early to bloom, and "free flowering", meaning they bloom until first frost. They are relatively drought tolerant and it is a great plant for the wildflower patch. The semi-double yellow flowers are 2 to 3 inches across and are set on slender wiry stems. Cut the spent flowers regularly to increase flowering.The Double Sunburst Coreopsis prefers well drained soils and it does an excellent job in any kind of soils including poor soils. Spring planting is best for this flower. Plant after the last spring frost. Coreopsis is useful as a plant that requires little care. It is excellent for naturalized areas and rock gardens. The flowers make excellent long-lasting dried flowers.

Cilantro - Coriander
Coriandrum sativum

The Cilantro Coriander Cal Long Standing, 'Coriandrum sativum', is one of the most useful and tasty herbs available. Both the foliage and seed make this herb very versatile. Cilantro is also called Chinese parsley. Cilantro has a thousand uses from as simple to a sprig in chicken soup to chopped in Mexican food. The crushed seeds season stews, cookies, and beans. The Cal Long Standing Cilantro will bolt later than regular Cilantro. This plant was cultivated 3000 years ago by the Greeks and Romans to make vinegar to preserve meat The foliage of the Cilantro plant has a sage flavor with a strong suggestion of citrus and is used more than the seeds at this time. The seed, Coriander, has a strong citrus, lemon flavor. Senna tea is made from crushed Coriander. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date.

Mitsuba
Cryptotaenia japonica

The Mitsuba San ye qin San ip Japanese Wild Parsley, 'Cryptotaenia japonica', has a really unique flavor tasting like angelica, celery and parsley. Break your gardening rut and try Mitsuba, a delightfully flavored Japanese herb. The leaves and stems are used to flavor foods and are added to salads. The plant is about 1 foot tall with light or dark heart-shaped 3 inch wide leaves. Mitsuba means three leaves, referring to the leaflets of three leaves. Japanese Wild Parsley has many uses and one of the main uses is as a substitute for parsley.The chopped leaves and stems of Japanese Wild Parsley are used to flavor foods such as soups, sukiyaki, and rice dishes. The leaves can be briefly dipped in boiling water and then used as a delicious garnish. Plant the Mitsuba after the last average frost date or in early fall for a winter crop. They will grow in full sun but they prefer light shade.