Flowers (non-edible)

Lightly rake the soil to loosen it, then broadcast the seed directly into the soil in a sunny location after all chance of frost is past.  To broadcast seeds, scatter them over the area. Next cover them with sand (preferred) or crumbled soil, then press the seeds into the soil by lightly walking over the area. Keep the location you seeded moist for about a week or until you see sprouts.

*These seeds to vary in size, therefore the larger seeds should be planted deeper than the smaller seeds. When broadcasting (lightly sprinkling the seeds on the soil) these seeds, just push the larger seeds deep into the soil with your finger about 4 times as deep as they are wide.

Lightly rake the soil to loosen it, then broadcast the seed directly into the soil in a sunny location after all chance of frost is past.  To broadcast seeds, scatter them over the area. Next cover them with sand (preferred) or crumbled soil, then press the seeds into the soil by lightly walking over the area. Keep the location you seeded moist for about a week or until you see sprouts.

California poppies do not transplant well. Sow the seeds directly outside after all danger of frost is past, ideally between April and July. Choose a location with full sun. California poppies re-seed themselves, so the following year you might discover self-seeded poppies growing!  

Sow the seeds directly outside, ideally in June, after all, danger of frost is past. Choose a sunny location. You can start your seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last spring frost; however, morning glories do not transplant well. For a quicker germination time, soak the seeds overnight in warm water or scrape their surface before planting them. Water well. Train the growing plants to climb a trellis or fence.

Sow your seeds directly outside, ideally in June on a hill or mound. Gourds do not transplant well; therefore, if using a container, make sure it is large and deep enough to accommodate the plant’s growth. Provide the vines with a trellis or cording (thick string tied like a fence) for the vines to climb.

Pick gourds before the first fall frost. Wait until the gourd is fully developed and hard After harvesting, brush and rinse off the dirt, but avoid scrubbing and washing or soaking. Store your gourds in a dry, cool location until they have thoroughly dried out and hardened. Then they can be waxed, painted, or carved.

Start the seeds inside about 4 weeks before the last spring frost. Starting them inside will give you an early bloom. Or sow the seeds directly outside after all danger of frost is gone. Choose a spot with full sun or partial shade. Because zinnias grow only about 2 ½ to 3 inches tall, they make a great border. Water well and often. Once zinnias begin to flower, make sure to cut off old, dead, or fading flowers to prolong their bloom. Fertilizing zinnias will also increase their bloom.