Allium Silver Spring

A valuable garden and medicinal perennial, native to North America. It blooms in summer with dark purplish-pink flowers. The spiky flower heads are an irresistible magnet for butterflies. Lasts 7–10 days in a vase. After the petals are picked, the stems with the central heads can be dried or used in fresh bouquets as an interesting element. Rubinstern is very similar to the Magnus cultivar; the petals are darker and firmer. As they fade, they gradually lighten and bend downwards.

Lupines are striking with their unmistakable flowers and decorative compound leaves. Naturally, they are rather short-lived perennials, with a lifespan typically around five years. They are valued for their use as cut flowers and as a pasture for bees. This cultivar captivates with bicolored flowers in a combination of blue and creamy white.

Culver's Root is a perennial native to the eastern part of North America, where it grows in wet meadows and open woodlands. Its flowers, arranged in upright branched spikes, are impressive. They are a great attraction for insects and butterflies. After flowering, the plants are adorned with persistent fruit bodies long into winter. These impressive perennials last about 7 days in a vase. 'Lavendelturm' has narrow, long, and pointed inflorescences which, thanks to their light violet-blue color, appear very airy.

Lady's mantle naturally grows in mountain pastures and meadows, and in mixed forests. It is ornamental both in leaf and flower. The leaves have fine hairs, giving the plant a velvety character. It is a perennial sought after by ancient alchemists for the dew drops that appear in the leaf fans. Valuable for florists for its abundance of tiny greenish-yellow flowers. Important in beds for its ground-covering nature. It lasts 10 days in a vase.

Poblekla (Cupidone) is a medium-height, short-lived perennial. It originates from the Mediterranean and is therefore suitable for areas with milder winters. Its flowers are white and similar in shape to chicory. The unopened flower buds are also attractive, as are the silvery spent inflorescences. It is also suitable for drying. Fresh in a vase, it lasts 7 days. Alba has white flowers.

Persian fritillaries are impressive bulbs. They have strong, sturdy stems and bell-shaped flowers that face downwards. Their basic green color is complemented by various hues. Purple Dynamit, however, is a true rarity and was introduced to the market after fifteen years of breeding and selection. Its flowers are dark plum purple to almost purplish-black.

A species native to Central Europe, found in clearings, moist meadows, and light forest edges. Typically a biennial or short-lived perennial. In its first year, the plant forms basal leaf rosettes in autumn, from which flower-bearing stems emerge in spring. Further development depends on the chosen site. In some places, it will survive another season; elsewhere, we must rely on self-seeding or plant new specimens. All parts of foxglove are poisonous. It lasts 6 to 8 days in a vase.

A versatile perennial suitable for both country and modern flower beds. It also thrives in wild natural plantings. Its main charm lies in the adorable flowers that appear in late spring, but it is also valuable in beds for its early sprouting leaves. Columbines add airiness and lightness to perennial beds and bouquets. Lasts 7 days in a vase. Blue Barlow has full blue-violet flowers like the original species.

A perennial that finds its use in naturalistic steppe and gravel beds. It attracts bees, bumblebees, and butterflies. It's floristically valuable for its flowers with striking bracts, which are also perfect for drying. The roots of some species were once candied as sweets in England and France and added to pastries and jellies. In herbal medicine, it was used, among other things, as an aphrodisiac, hence its folk name 'male fidelity'.

This is a native species of Central Europe, found in clearings, moist meadows, and bright forest edges. It is usually a biennial or short-lived perennial. In the first year, in autumn, the plant forms basal leaf rosettes, from which flowering stems emerge in spring. Further development depends on the chosen location. In some places, it will survive another season, elsewhere we must rely on self-seeding, or plant new plants. All parts of the foxglove are poisonous. In a vase, it lasts 6 to 8 days.

This species is native to Central Europe, found in clearings, moist meadows, and bright forest edges. It is usually a biennial or a short-lived perennial. In the first year, the plant forms basal leaf rosettes in autumn, from which flower-bearing stems grow in spring. Further development depends on the site we choose for it. In some places, it may survive another season; elsewhere, we must rely on self-seeding or plant new ones. All parts of the foxglove are poisonous. It lasts 6 to 8 days in a vase.

Spotted Cranesbill (Geranium maculatum) in its original form comes from the northeastern regions of America. There, it grows in sparse, light forests. In the garden, therefore, it will thrive in beds under taller shrubs, in the company of naturally woodland perennials and grasses. The cultivar Chatto has delicate pink flowers, and its rich green leaves are deeply incised and palmately divided.

A valuable garden and medicinal perennial, native to North America. It blooms in late summer and captivates with long, hanging petals. Its spiky flower heads are an irresistible magnet for butterflies. Lasts 7–10 days in a vase. After the petals are picked, the stems with the central cones can be dried or used as an interesting element in fresh bouquets.

A valuable garden and medicinal perennial, native to North America. The spiky flower cones are an irresistible magnet for butterflies. They last 7–10 days in a vase. After the petals are picked, the stems with the central cones can be dried or used in fresh bouquets as an interesting element. White Swan blooms with milky white flowers with brown-orange centers. The petals are not spread out completely horizontally; they bend slightly downwards.

These autumn asters were bred specifically for floristry. They are characterized by strong, straight, and upright stems and an exceptionally abundant display of flowers. Cassy is a white, double-flowered aster. Lasts 10 days in a vase.

Kalimeris originates from East Asia, where it grows in open light forests and meadows. It forms strong upright clumps and is a healthy and very long-flowering perennial. Its flowers resemble autumn asters and perfectly complement them in beds, as it starts blooming as early as July. Charlotte has light purple flowers with golden-yellow centers.

Phlox, also known as 'plamenka' in Czech, is a perennial native to North America. It quickly gained popularity in European gardens and has been systematically bred since the 19th century. It's a classic perennial for cutting into bouquets, where, in addition to its colorful flowers, it also delights with a delicate fragrance. Harvest when approximately half of the flowers in the inflorescence have bloomed; they will then last up to 10 days in a vase. Despite efforts to breed the most resistant cultivars, phlox remains exceptionally sensitive to climate and soil conditions, so careful attention must be paid to selecting the right site. The Sweet Summer series includes cultivars bred for greater resistance to fungal diseases. Sweet Summer Sensation has light pink flowers with a darker purplish eye. They contrast beautifully with its dark green leaves.

Phlox, also known as 'plamenka', is a perennial native to North America. It quickly gained great popularity in European gardens and has been systematically bred since the 19th century. It is a classic perennial for cut bouquets, where, in addition to its colorful flowers, it also offers a delicate fragrance. Harvest when about half of the flowers in the inflorescence have bloomed; it will then last up to 10 days in a vase. Despite efforts to breed the most resilient cultivars, phlox remains exceptionally sensitive to climate and soil conditions, so careful attention must be paid to selecting the right location. 'Nora Leigh' captivates with creamy variegated leaves, complemented by delicate pinkish-white flowers with a darker eye. Thanks to its light foliage, it can brighten darker corners of the garden.

Meadow Sage (Salvia pratensis) occurs predominantly in warmer regions in our country, especially in southern Moravia and northern and central Bohemia. It grows on sunny meadows and hillsides and along roadsides. Fragrant leaves form a basal rosette, from which several less leafy, branched stems emerge. The inflorescences are composed of prominent lipped flowers, which are a great attraction for bees and bumblebees. 'Swan Lake' blooms white.

An original wild perennial with a large distribution area from Europe to Siberia. Suitable for natural and wild plantings. It grows in meadows and dry grassy areas. A very adaptable and undemanding plant, it grows in clumps and spreads by runners. Pruning after the first bloom will encourage new flowers. For bouquets, harvest when the florets are fully open. It lasts 10 days in a vase. Terracotta features ochre, shades of orange and yellow, and grey-green leaves.

An original wild perennial with a large distribution area from Europe to Siberia. Suitable for natural and wild plantings. It grows in meadows and dry grassy areas. A very adaptable and undemanding plant, it grows in clumps and spreads by runners. Pruning after the first bloom will encourage new flowers. For bouquets, harvest when the florets are fully open. It lasts 10 days in a vase. The Lachsschönheit cultivar is prized for its perfect transition of tones from salmon pink to creamy.

Meadow sage occurs in our country primarily in warmer regions, especially in warmer regions, especially in South Moravia and Northern and Central Bohemia. It grows in sunny meadows, hillsides, and along roads. Its fragrant leaves form a basal rosette, from which several less leafy, branched stems emerge. The inflorescences are composed of striking, lipped flowers that are a great attraction for bees and bumblebees. 'Rose Rhapsody' has light pink flowers.

Verbascum southern is a native European perennial. It grows on sunny, stony slopes. The cultivar 'Sixteen Candles' has yellow flowers with purple, fuzzy stamens. The leaves are grey-green and felt-like. Like all Verbascum, it's a great attraction for bees and bumblebees.

A beautiful, though rather short-lived, perennial, ideal for steppe areas alongside delicate xerophilous grasses and perennials. For bouquets, harvest when approximately half of the flowers in the inflorescence are open. It lasts about 5 days in a vase. An exceptional cultivar with flowers in peach and apricot tones, transitioning to an elegant old rose as they fade.

A tall medicinal perennial with decorative, finely divided leaves and a sweet taste and aroma similar to anise. It does not form tubers. The delicate, aromatic leaves add an attractive veil-like and bronze smoky effect to the perennial bed. Its flowers are a magnet for beneficial insects. It lasts 7-10 days in a vase. Mature umbels with seeds can be dried.

Delicate, decorative, long-lived shade-loving perennials with pinnate leaves and magnificent feathery inflorescences. They originate primarily from East Asia, but also from eastern North America. They are most effective in large-scale plantings. Due to their relatively late sprouting, it's good to combine them with early-flowering bulbs. They last 4–10 days in a vase. Harvest when half of the inflorescence is in bloom. They are very sensitive to ethylene released from ripening fruit. This vigorous, late-flowering, and tall variety produces large inflorescences in a warm pink tone.

Delicate decorative, long-lived shade-loving perennials with pinnate leaves and magnificent feathery inflorescences. They originate mainly from East Asia, but also from eastern North America. They are most effective in large-scale plantings. Due to their relatively late sprouting, it is good to combine them with early-flowering bulbs. They last 4–10 days in a vase. Harvest as soon as half of the inflorescence is in bloom. They are very sensitive to ethylene released from ripening fruit. 'Peach Blossom' has delicate pink flowers.