Special Mixtures

Items 240-253

NORTH AMERICAN WILDFLOWER MIXES
Florabunda is offering the following mixtures which are of the finest possible seed quality. Each has been carefully blended for colour range, reseeding ability and sequential bloom throughout the season. Native species were grown out from wildcrafted seed stock and naturalized species are all true to type and pioneer stock.” Try planting a small habitat area for observation and enjoyment. Educational for children. Packets cover an area of 20 square metres and are $4.50 each. Growing instructions and list of flower species inside packet. Should be seeded either in late fall or early spring.
240. PERENNIAL WILDFLOWER MIX
A carefully balanced mixture of 16 perennial and 3 biennial species, adapted to a wide range of environmental conditions. 16 are native, 3 are naturalized. An excellent choice for a durable, self-sustaining wildflower meadow. Contains cone-flowers, lupins, yarrows, etc.
$4.50
241. PARTIAL SHADE WILDFLOWER MIX
This blend of 21 annual and perennial species will tolerate conditions with as little as 4 hours direct sunlight per day; good news for those in treed areas. An assorted mix of native and longnaturalized flowers such as Chinese Pagodas, Clarkia, Baby Blue Eyes, etc.
$4.50
242. DROUGHT TOLERANT WILDFLOWER MIX
Acustom mixture blended in close consultation with our grower. More than 20 of the most drought tolerant and beautiful species available, incl. phlox, gazania, blanketflower etc. Excellent at cottages and along country driveways where flowers have to fend for themselves.
$4.50
243. BUTTERFLY MIX
Chosen for their ability to attract butterflies, our mixture contains Liatris, Milkweed, Butterfly Weed, Meadow Foam and 10 other varieties.
$4.50
244. LOW GROWING WILDFLOWER MIX
Blooming at only 30-45 cm this mix forms a carpet of continual colour. At a good height for children's viewing or for urban lawn replacement. Most are showy native species such as Godetia, Phacelia, Five Spot, etc.
$4.50
245. NORTH COUNTRY WILDFLOWER MIX
Specially blended for us to provide for the needs of the north of 60 folks with cold winters and short growing seasons. A hardy blend of 15 showy re-seeding annuals and perennials such as Iceland Poppy, Siberian Wallflower, Globe Gilia, etc.
$4.50
246. SONGBIRD GARDEN MIX
Included are several varieties that attract finches, grosbeaks, cardinals, sparrows, bluejays, nuthatches and more. This is a colourful and well-balanced mix for a summer garden that should be allowed to go to seed at the end of the season.
$4.50
247. DEER PROOF MIX
Due to popular demand, we now offer a mixture of annuals and perennials that deer find distasteful. Sow these along the edges of your garden to deter deer. Seed mixture includes yarrows, lupines, foxglove and ten other species.
$4.50
248. CONTAINER AND BASKET BLEND
Amixture of 9 low-growing and trailing species, appropriate for window boxes, patio pots, hanging baskets, broken wheelbarrows, old boots, what have you. Suitable for sun or partial shade locations. Species listed on packet.
$4.50
249. EROSION CONTROL MIX
A mixture of annual and perennial grasses and wildflowers specifically chosen to create a dense root mass to prevent erosion. Good for sun and part-shade.
$4.50
250. GOTHIC BLACK FLOWER COLLECTION
Morbid or fascinating, (or just a morbid fascination) black flowers, with their contrasting green foliage have an aura of elegance and mystery about them, sure to invite comment. These 6 species, graduated in height, would look great planted against a house or clustered by a fence.
$15

Contains one packet of each of the following:
BLACK HOLLYHOCK
BLACK SWEET WILLIAM
BLACK WITCHES BROOM
BLACK PEONY POPPY
BLACK VIOLA
BLACK CORNFLOWER
251. MY SECRET GARDEN
In keeping with the Victorian tradition of giving children a plot of their own to plant we offer this cutting flower blend. Children (and adults) learn by doing and love to reap the rewards of their work (play!). Long bloom season for lots of bouquets and very easy to grow by direct seeding. A nice little gift for someone you love.
$3.00

252. BEGINNERS COLLECTION
A hand-picked selection of 7 hardy annuals which can be sown early and will bloom quickly from seeding directly into the garden (or pots). Reliable and rewarding for new gardeners of any age.

Contains one packet each of the following:
COSMOS
BACHELOR'S BUTTONS
CALENDULA
NASTURTIUM
DOUBLE SHIRLEY POPPY
SUNFLOWER

$15

253. POPPY COLLECTION
We are crazy about poppies and know that lots of you are too! Try seeding some of each every few weeks for a summer long show.

RED LEGION
DANISH FLAG
PEONY
DOUBLE SHIRLEY
$10