Soft Tones for Peonies

The Precocious narcissus will reliably brighten up your garden in the spring with its elegant and original color combination. Its simple, pure white petals create a perfect contrast with the deep salmon-colored ruffled center. The flowers appear during April and May on sturdy stems that grow to a height of about forty to forty-five centimeters. The entire plant looks very polished and brings fresh dynamics to the waking spring garden. Moreover, these early flowers serve as a welcome attraction for the first bees and other pollinators. In the garden, this narcissus works well in more formal flower beds as well as in naturalistic plantings. It looks excellent alongside early-blooming perennials or smaller bulbs, where its striking centers nicely break up the uniform greenery. At the same time, it is an excellent choice for lovers of cut flowers. Thanks to its strong stems, which do not break and do not need support, it stays fresh in a vase for a surprisingly long time. You will receive top-quality bulbs of the largest available size from us. In our opinion, it is simply a reliable piece for every flower bed.

This species of sage originates from the steppe regions of Central and Eastern Europe. It forms abundantly flowering small clumps with straight upright stems. In beds, it looks best in groups. Traditionally, it is planted as a companion to roses due to the matching flowering time. However, it will look equally good in mixed drought-loving steppe plantings with grasses. It is an excellent food source for bees. It lasts 7 days in a vase. Schneehügel blooms white.

Catmint 'Alba' is an aromatic perennial whose botanical name probably refers to the ancient Etruscan city of Nepet, where it was once widely grown. Today, it is an indispensable part of sunny flower beds, where it thrives best in well-drained, sandy soil. It stands out for its extraordinary hardiness, easily handling harsh frosts down to minus thirty-four degrees, and does not suffer from diseases or pests. Even beginners can easily handle growing it. You will receive an already mature seedling in a pot from us, which you just need to transplant straight into the garden, where it will form a vigorous clump of grayish-green leaves. In the garden, it functions as an ideal companion for roses as well as for natural-style plantings. During May, June, and again in September, it becomes covered in pure white flowers that attract bees and butterflies. This variety from the faassenii group grows to a height of fifty centimeters and has long, straight stems suitable for cutting.

Cantabrigiense cranesbill Cambridge is an invaluable perennial that will reliably conjure up a dense and fragrant green carpet in the garden. It naturally originates from the crossing of mountain species coming from the Balkans and Southern Europe. Because of this, it is exceptionally tough and adaptable. It thrives best in full sun or partial shade, where it is perfectly happy with standard well-draining loamy soil. It is a low-maintenance plant that handles summer droughts and severe frosts wonderfully. From the received potted seedling, a compact cushion growing to a height of thirty centimeters will soon grow after transplanting. It will serve as a versatile groundcover perennial. From May to July, striking purple-pink flowers on upright stems emerge from the aromatic foliage. The garden will come alive thanks to them, as they reliably attract bees and butterflies. The flowers are also great for cutting into summer bouquets, where they beautifully complement other species. The Cambridge variety will also delight you with a beautiful autumn transformation. With the arrival of cold days, the green leaves change to impressive red tones. It does not suffer from pests or diseases, and caring for it is a joy even for beginners.

Kalimeris incisa 'Madiva' originates from the open, bright forests and meadows of East Asia and brings a delicate beauty to our gardens that lasts throughout the season. It forms firm, upright clumps reaching a height of sixty to eighty centimeters. A sunny spot or partial shade and common, well-drained loamy soil with moderate watering are ideal for its cultivation. The customer will receive a mature potted seedling from us, which just needs to be transplanted into the garden bed. The plant requires no support, does not suffer from pests or diseases, and easily handles frosts down to minus twenty-eight degrees. This makes it a great choice even for beginners. In appearance, it resembles autumn asters, but it starts blooming as early as June and continues to bring joy until October. The 'Madiva' cultivar captivates with its white flowers with a subtle lilac tinge, which are even edible and act as a magnet for pollinators. It complements autumn asters or ornamental grasses perfectly in flower beds. You can cut the flowers on their sturdy stems for summer bouquets, where they appear natural and airy in a vase. They are not suitable for drying, but they maintain a firm structure in the garden that will decorate the landscape even during the winter months under a layer of frost.

Catmints are ideal companions for roses, suitable for naturalistic gardens, and lower species also for boxes and pots. Some of them are an irresistible attraction for cats, caused by the hallucinogen nepetalactone. This should be present in the highest amount in the species Nepeta cataria. Conversely, lemon-scented catmints reportedly do not attract cats. The botanical name Nepeta likely comes from the name of the ancient Etruscan city Nepet - Nepi in the territory of today's Italian province of Viterbo, where the plant was once cultivated. Nepeta racemosa naturally grows on dry meadows and rocky, stony slopes from the Caucasus to Central Asia. It has aromatic grey-green leaves and forms a tufted semi-spherical bush. Walker’s Low got its name after an Irish estate where it was bred in 1970. It has the most intense blue-violet flower coloration.

The largest and most luxurious flower in the entire Tall Double Cornflower family. The blooms are full with plenty of tiny florets, appearing fluffy, like a feather.

The common columbine is a popular spring perennial that inherently belongs in both traditional and modern gardens. The original species grows in light forests and on the edges of meadows across Europe, so it thrives best in partial shade or full sun and ordinary loamy soil rich in humus. From us, you will receive a grown seedling in a pot, which you just need to transplant to your chosen spot. It survives winter and frosts absolutely without any problems. Although it is a short-lived perennial, it reliably self-seeds in flowerbeds. Early in the spring, it delights with fresh green leaves, above which delicate flowers bloom in May and June on thin stems growing up to eighty centimeters tall. The 'Rose Barlow' cultivar is exceptional for its double flowers in a beautiful dusty pink shade, which reliably attract bees and add wonderful lightness to plantings. It is perfectly suited for spring bouquets, where it will bring joy in a vase for up to seven days. However, it is not suitable for drying, and it is necessary to remember that the entire plant is poisonous.

Bred feverfew, the inflorescence consists only of tubular florets, i.e., a center without ray florets or petals. Lima is a commonly grown species in Holland and sells great at the flower exchange. It is therefore professional seed, but don't worry, we tested it and it can be grown both outdoors and in a polytunnel; both work perfectly. Lima has round-cut flowers with a yellowish dot in the center. The color is creamy white.

Allium senescens (mountain garlic) is an undemanding yet highly valuable addition to any garden. With its leaves emerging early in the spring, it effectively fills empty spaces in flower beds. It is exceptional for its late flowering and ability to keep its leaves green from spring until late winter. In July and August, it delights with light purple flowers. It finds its place in rock gardens and containers. Although its stems are shorter, its flowers are excellent for cutting.

A large-flowered, white-blooming ornamental allium with a flower head diameter of about 12 centimeters. It blooms slightly later than similar purple-flowering species. It has sturdy stems, yet a location protected from the wind is better for it. Its leaves are fresh green in spring but begin to yellow during flowering. Therefore, we plant it in mixed beds with lush perennials.

Larkspur Benary’s Pacific Astolat is an unmissable dominant feature among border perennials and brings classic elegance to the garden. Its original species originate from temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, where they grow in moister mountain meadows. Therefore, even in our gardens, it will appreciate a location in full sun and deep, nutrient-rich loamy and humous soil with plenty of moisture. You will receive from us an already mature seedling in a pot, which you just need to transplant to the chosen spot. Here it will quickly form a massive clump with deeply lobed green leaves. The Astolat cultivar stands out with firm stems up to a meter and a half tall, which from June carry rich inflorescences of large pink flowers with a contrasting center. During summer, these flowers reliably attract bees, bumblebees, and other pollinators. After the first blooming, we recommend cutting the plant back, which will encourage another wave of blooming at the end of summer in August and September. Growing larkspurs requires a bit more attention, so it is better suited for more advanced growers. For them to stand out well and reach their full height, they need to be given enough space; the optimal spacing is around sixty centimeters. Do not forget regular fertilizing and copious watering, because in dry soil they can suffer and be more susceptible to powdery mildew. In spring, it is also important to protect the sprouting shoots from slugs and snails. However, the care invested will pay off richly. We often see them in the company of roses and peonies, with which they form a perfect romantic composition. The entire plant is poisonous, which is good to consider when choosing a planting site. On the other hand, it will please you with its tremendous frost resistance; it can easily handle temperatures dropping down to minus thirty-four degrees. We can fully enjoy their beauty not only in flowerbeds but also in fresh bouquets. For cutting into a vase, choose stems at the time when the bottom flowers are opening. They will last approximately seven days in water, just be careful not to place the vase near ripening fruit. They are sensitive to ethylene, which causes rapid shedding of petals. You can also try drying them for floristic purposes. If you hang the inflorescences in a dark and airy place, the flowers will perfectly retain their rich pink color and serve as an interesting element for winter decorations.

The Silver Spring garlic catches the eye at first glance with the unusual color of its hemispherical flower heads. In May, tiny ivory-colored florets open on straight stems up to ninety centimeters tall. They gradually fade to pure white, which contrasts sharply with the purple center of each flower. After blooming, seed pods form, changing color from apple green to dark plum. The fragrance acts as a magnet for bees and butterflies, which find a rich feast on the flowers. This species brings interesting structure to the garden. You will receive high-quality bulbs from us that will reliably bloom after planting. In beds, it thrives in the sun in well-drained soil, where it perfectly complements perennials. The stems are ideal for cutting into bouquets, where they stay fresh for a long time. If you let the flower heads mature, you can dry them for decorations. It is a hardy, disease-resistant perennial that survives harsh frosts and will delight even beginners with its edible flowers.

Lupine Band of Nobles Fräulein immediately catches the eye with its unmistakable flowers and decorative compound leaves. It naturally grows on forest edges and moister meadows, which is why it thrives best in the garden in a sunny to semi-shaded location with permeable, loamy, and humous soil with moderate moisture. You will receive a grown seedling in a pot from us, which you can simply transplant directly into the flower bed, where it will reliably take root. It is a very hardy perennial that effortlessly survives even severe frosts down to minus forty degrees Celsius. Although it belongs to short-lived plants with a lifespan of around five years, it willingly self-seeds in a suitable location, so it will not easily disappear from your garden. Even total beginners can manage growing it; just keep an eye out for aphids and slugs that like to snack on it, or potential powdery mildew. The Fräulein variety stands out with its elegant creamy-white flower spikes that tower to a height of over one meter. It will perfectly complement mixed cottage flower beds and become a rich feast for bees and other pollinators. All its parts are poisonous, which is good to keep in mind when choosing a location. The flowers are highly prized for cutting and bring joy in a vase for a long time; however, they are not suitable for drying in dry arrangements.

Betony, or woundwort, is an ancient medicinal and magical protective plant. However, we also appreciate its charm in perennial beds. Apart from the pink dead-nettle-like flowers, its great advantage is its ability to spread over time into dense stands. The flowers are a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.

Peony Jan van Leeuwen captivates with pure white, single flowers, whose center is adorned with bright yellow stamens. This cultivar stands out above all for the length and abundance of its blooming, making it perfectly suited for more naturalistic plantings as well as classic perennial beds. Herbaceous garden peonies are long-lived perennials, but they require patience from the gardener. They take several years to grow into their full beauty, and blooming in the very first year after planting is more of an exception than the rule. For successful growth, they need the right conditions besides time, so we recommend studying our growing instructions. Most cultivars have their origins in Chinese and common peonies, which were a traditional part of monastery gardens. Today, we like to combine them with perennials, ornamental grasses, and bulbs, but we must always give them enough space. Potted seedlings can be planted continuously from spring to autumn.

Orlaya is a floral variety somewhere between Ammi and ornamental carrot. However, it also has outer flowers with large petals, creating the impression of lace or embroidery. The stems are strong and straight, fitting beautifully into bouquets. And after flowering, tiny seed heads form which are also beautifully decorative and do not wilt; we love harvesting those too.

Larkspurs are spring beauties that nothing compares to. However, if you want to harvest them for cut flowers, you must be vigilant and harvest quickly before all the buds open. They finish blooming quickly, especially during the warm springs of recent years, so we sow several batches 14 days apart just to keep up with the harvest. Larkspur QIS White is a soft white that fits beautifully into wedding floristry. You harvest one stronger stem and 4-5 smaller side stems from a single plant.

Our favorite foliage and filler. It grows beautifully and binds famously! The flowers are yellowish, so they don't color-match every bouquet, but we still never have enough of it! And after flowering, tiny seed pods form which are also beautifully decorative and don't wilt; we love collecting those too.

This species of iris probably originates from the Mediterranean. A long-favored ornamental garden plant, bred into many cultivars. Allegedly grown by the Celts, it was popular in the Middle Ages and became a heraldic plant. It lasts 3–7 days in a vase. The Glacier iris has fragrant white flowers.

Alchemilla mollis, known as lady's mantle, is an indispensable perennial for anyone who wants to bring harmony and softness to the garden. Its home is the moister environments of mountain meadows and light forests, making it a very adaptable plant that will survive even severe frosts without problems in our climate. The 'Irish Silk' cultivar is prized for its vitality and abundant blooming, where clouds of tiny, yellow-green flowers float above clumps of gray-green leaves. It is precisely this neutral color that can work wonders in a flower bed – it softens overly sharp contrasts between other flowers and beautifully unifies the entire composition. Besides its ornamental function, lady's mantle also has practical uses. Thanks to its clumping growth and ability to quickly fill in, it is ideal for edging pathways or as an underplanting beneath taller shrubs and roses. Water droplets catch on its leaves, creating a magical spectacle in the garden. If you enjoy making bouquets, you will love lady's mantle as versatile filler greenery that matches almost anything. It will last beautiful for about ten days in a vase, and its inflorescences can also be easily dried without losing too much of their color or shape. Moreover, it is a magnet for pollinators, and its young leaves are even edible, so it also finds use in a natural kitchen.

Feather grass is an ornamental grass that brings incredible lightness and movement to your garden. Its original home is the sunny and gravelly slopes of Southern and Central Europe. It loves the sun and well-drained sandy or loamy soil. It grows in neat clumps reaching a height of around seventy centimeters and is among the longest-blooming grasses. As early as June, it produces feathery inflorescences in silver and beige shades that bend into graceful arches and react to every gust of wind. It works as a perfect filler plant in flowerbeds. It is an absolutely undemanding perennial ideal for beginners, does not suffer from pests or diseases, and handles even deep frosts. In a suitable location, it readily self-seeds, and a huge advantage is its wonderful winter effect under a layer of frost. For florists, feather grass is a tremendous asset. The stems with blooming panicles are perfectly suited for cutting into fresh bouquets as well as drying for winter decorations, where they hold their shape. We send you a beautifully grown seedling in a pot, which you just need to transplant into the ground and watch it grow.