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Shasta Daisy Dwarf

Attracts Butterflies
Chrysanthemum maximum dwarf
A hardy perennial forming dense colonies once established. Native to Europe, but has naturalized throughout all regions of the U.S. Shasta Daisies with their white petals and golden yellow centers reach a height of 12"-16". Prefers full sun to partial shade in fertile soil. Start indoors or sow seed 1/8" deep spring, summer or fall after frost. Naturalized-Perennial

Shirley Poppy

Attracts Birds
Papaver rhoeas
Lovely blossoms of white, red and pink make this easily grown flower a favorite. A hardy annual native to Europe, which has naturalized throughout the United States. It blooms May thru July and grows to a height of 1'-3'. It prefers well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Sow on the surface in early spring to summer or fall after frost. Naturalized-Annual

Sulfur Cosmos 'Bright Lights'

Attracts Birds and Butterflies
Cosmos sulphureus mixed
Bright gold, red, orange, and yellow flowers make up this mix of Cosmos. A hardy annual requiring very little moisture once established. A native of Mexico, it can easily adapt to all regions of the U.S. They can reach a height of 2'-3' and bloom May thru October. Plant in full sun. Sow seed in spring till summer 1/8" deep. Naturalized-Annual

Sulfur Cosmos Yellow

Attracts Birds and Butterflies
Cosmos sulphureus
A hardy annual requiring very little moisture once established. A native to Mexico, it can easily adapt to all regions of the U.S. The bright, yellow flowers are very attractive and constantly bloom for weeks. Cosmos blooms May thru October, requires full sun and reaches a height of 2'-3'. Sow seed in early spring to summer or fall after frost 1/8" deep. Naturalized-Annual

Sweet Alyssum

Attracts Butterflies
Lobularia maritima
This hardy annual has naturalized throughout the United States, but originated from Southern Europe. It blossoms year round in frost free climates if spent blossoms are trimed back, and can reach a height of 8"-12". Thrives in full sun to partial shade, in most soils. Sow seeds on soil suface in early spring, summer or fall after frost. Naturalized-Annual

 

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