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Sugar Baby Watermelon – Non Gmo – Organic Watermelon Seeds – Delicious & Sweet

July 8, 2026

Are you looking for a sweet and juicy watermelon that’s perfect for small spaces or container gardening?Look no further than Sugar Baby watermelon seeds!Our seeds are non-GMO and grown using sustainable methods, ensuring that you are getting the best quality product.Sugar Baby watermelons are known for their sweet, crisp flesh and small size, making them perfect for small families or for those who want a personal-sized watermelon.They are also known for their high sugar content, making them particularly sweet and delicious.These watermelons are also easy to grow and have a high yield, meaning you’ll have plenty of sweet and juicy watermelons to enjoy all season long.Don’t settle for bland, tasteless watermelons from the grocery store.Try Sugar Baby watermelon seeds today and taste the difference for yourself!Order now and get started on growing your own delicious, fresh watermelons. Shipping Policy: Your Entire Order Ships For FREE (USA Only) & Includes A Free Seed Gift!

Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds | NON-GMO | Heirloom | Fresh Garden Seeds

July 8, 2026

Name: Sugar Baby WatermelonCitrullus LanatusType: HeirloomSize at Maturity: 5 – 10 Pounds Days to Maturity: 75-90 DaysLight Requirement: Full Sun Planting Time: Warm SeasonPlantingDepth: 1″ Plant Spacing: 36″Note: We only use tracking on orders above $10.

Sugar Baby Watermelon Seeds, NON-GMO, Icebox Watermelon, Compact, FREE SHIPPING

July 8, 2026

Sugar Baby Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus), also known as icebox or picnic watermelon due to its size, is a compact watermelon that will grow on compact vines. Will grow to be 7″-8″ in diameter and weigh between 8-12 lbs. This unique heirloom will pack as much sweetness as a watermelon 4 times its size. Dark green matte exterior with medium red flesh. Excellent short season variety as it is early maturing. Drought tolerant Germination in 3-10 days, maturity in 75-80 days Collected: 7/24 Germination: 95% As always, FREE SHIPPING on all orders within the US Please, if you have any issues with your order, germination or simply need planting instructions, reach out to me and I will take care of you. I always take care of my customer

Grandpa Ott Morning Glory Seeds | 50 – 1,000 Seeds | Free Shipping | 1183

July 8, 2026

Visit our ebay store to view over 75+ different categories of vegetable, herb and flower seeds. Seed Quantity: 50 – 1,000 Seeds – Select Quantity Above – Up to 25% Savings.Grandpa Ott Morning Glory produces striking deep purple, funnel-shaped blooms with a red star at the throat. Grandpa Ott Morning Glory is a self-sowing annual that can climb to 15 feet tall if given a support to grow on. One of the easiest morning glories to grow, Grandpa Ott Morning Glory attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Grandpa Ott Morning Glory yields beautiful deep-purple blooms on vigorous 15-foot vines. Grandpa Ott Morning Glory will cover fences and trellises, trail on the ground, and hang from large baskets or containers.Botanical Name: Ipomoea purpurea Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Plant Type: Climbing Vine with Deep Purple Petals and Burgundy Stripes Features: Open Pollinated, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy to Grow & Maintain Color: Purple, Red Blooms: Summer Days to Maturity: 110 Days Plant Height: 10-15 Feet Vines Plant Spacing: 4-6 inches Planting Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10Visit our ebay store to view over 75+ different categories of vegetable, herb and flower seeds. Shipping Info: All orders are shipped by USPS First Class Mail. Only orders $15 or more will include free tracking information. Return Info: All sales are final, no returns are accepted.

20 Silver Pink Purple Hibiscus Seeds Flowers Flower Seed Perennial Bloom 471

July 8, 2026

We Do Not Ship Outside of the US or to any Freight Forwarding Companies************* We Combine Shipping************* We offer combined shipping. Put all the items you want in your shopping cart. When you are done adding all the items you want, check out and you will only pay for shipping on the first pack of seeds and all other seeds ship free, if paid for all on the same order. Your shopping cart will combine the shipping for you. We only ship in the U.S. ************* Please read full listing before purchasing ************* DescriptionHardiness4-9Heat Zone1-8Climate Zones4-9Plant TypeShrubPlant FamilyHibiscusExposureFull Sun, Partial ShadeSeason of InterestMid to Late Summer, FallSpacing36”-48”WateringLow to AverageMaintenanceLowSoil PHAlkaline, NeutralSoil DrainageWell-DrainedToleranceDeerAttractsButterfly’s, HummingbirdsGarden UseBeds and Borders, Patio, Container Growing hibiscus is an easy way to add a tropical flair to your garden. When you know how to care for hibiscus plants, you will be rewarded with many years of lovely flowers. Let’s look at some tips on how to care for hibiscus. Growing Hibiscus From Seeds Nick the Seed Coat Nick the hard seed coat at the wider, rounded end of the seed with a clean craft knife. Soak the Seeds Soak the seeds in a small bowl of hot water for up to 24 hours. Begin the sowing process 12 weeks before your last expected spring frost. Prep the Planting Tray Fill a planting tray with moist seed-starting mix, usually a soil-less product that combines perlite, vermiculite and peat moss. Sow the Seeds Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep, firming the moist seed-starting mix over the seed. Place one seed per plug if your seed tray has inserts that hold the mix in separate 1- to 2-inch compartments. Otherwise sow seeds a few inches apart so seedlings will be easy to remove later. Keep Them Warm Set the tray on a waterproof greenhouse heat mat set to 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit or in a room with the same temperature range. Conserve Moisture Cover the tray with its included clear plastic dome or with plastic wrap to keep moisture in. Check the Seed Tray Check the seed tray regularly over the one to three weeks it takes the seeds to germinate. Ensure the soil is moist but not soggy. Too-wet soil can cause the seeds to rot before they germinate. Remove the Plastic Remove the plastic when plants emerge and move the tray to a site where it receives bright, indirect sunlight. Apply Fertilizer Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer mixed to half its recommended strength with every other watering after the seedlings produce their first true leaves – the first pair of leaves after the initial seed leaves that emerge at germination. Water enough to keep the potting soil evenly moist, never letting it dry out or become waterlogged. Transplant the Seedlings Transplant the seedlings to separate 1-gallon containers filled with standard potting soil when they have at least three sets of leaves. Allow them to grow in a sheltered area for several weeks before transitioning them to their permanent outdoor location when all danger of frost has passed. Store Policies All seeds will come in a resalable plastic zip lock bag and placed in a bubble envelope so the seeds are not damaged by shipping machines. All seed packets contain no fillers or other weeds or seeds mixed in. Most have been harvested by hand & all test at a high germination rate. Seed Information We guarantee that all seed orders will contain the quantity ordered. Unlike many sellers who sell seeds by weight, all seed our counts are almost always correct, as the seeds are packaged and counted by hand. Seed packages are all double checked to insure accuracy. We do our best and will often add extra seeds. We are a seller that caters to experienced gardeners. (germination and plant care information is readily available online. Most of our listings include germination instructions, so we do not ship growing instructions. All My Seeds Are Sold Fresh So You Can Plant them Anytime within 2 years from Purchase ***Note: It is normal for tropical seed germination to be sporadic from as little as 30 days to 6 months or more- so patience is required. Buyers should do their own research for plant uses if needed. BE PREPARED – Some Seed can be somewhat difficult to germinate – much patience and time may be required – please don’t be wondering why the seeds have not germinated after short periods of time. This is normal. Several months will be needed for some seed. Some seeds require some experience in growing. We provide germination guidance and recommend that you do some research before ordering if you feel unsure. Growing plants from seed is supposed to be fun. Sometimes it is successful and sometimes not- this is the way it is with gardening. Because we are not there to plant them, we cannot be responsible for germination failure due to improper planting or climate conditions. We will always send you viable seeds Seed is a live product which depends on many important grower skills such as proper planting time, seed depth, type of soil, watering, light intensity, proper use of fertilizers, weed controls, fungicides, insecticides, soil conditions, and reasonable weather during the growing period. These factors are totally out of the sellers control, and germination and growing results are the buyer’s responsibility and risk. Payment Payment by paypal. We offer combined shipping. Put all the items you want in your shopping cart. When you are done adding all the items you want pay threw your shopping cart. You pay for shipping on the first pack of seeds and all other seeds ship free, if paid for all on the same order. Your shopping cart will combine the shipping for you. We only ship in the U.S. Shipping READ THIS PLEASE: Orders over $40 will be shipped with a tracking number, Otherwise: Seeds will be shipped economy/standard or first class USPS Mail ,2-10 day shipping and no tracking Items will be shipped 1-3 business days of receiving payment. Shipping usually takes anywhere from 5-7 days not including weekends and Holidays. We always send the item to the address you give us on PAYPAL to ensure the security of the item. If you have changed your address, or want us to ship to another address, please change to the new address when you pay us with PAYPAL, otherwise we will not be responsible if the package is lost. PLEASE NOTE…. The “estimated” delivery date in this and all listings is an estimate made by the postal service and posted on each listing by EBAY….not the seller. The date of estimated delivery is usually (but not always) accurate. Feedback If you do not satisfy with the purchase, please do not leave negative/neutral feedback. Contact us for solution, We’ll try our best to fix the problem as soon as possible. Important, Please read All seeds have been test sown to ensure germination. Please familiarize yourself with growing conditions and instructions for your seeds before you plant them, as all seeds are different. Basic growing instructions can be found under each listing. We Cannot Guarantee how much you will be able to grow, as too many variables come into play, soil condition, your ability to garden, weather etc. I guarantee that they arrive as described and are in good viable condition and the germination rates are accurate.

Sunflower Seeds – Vibrant Heirloom Rare, Free Shipping, Chocolate Cherry

July 8, 2026

Shipping Policy: All orders are shipped out via USPS First Class mail on the next business day. However, only orders $10 or more will receive a tracking number. View our store for more than 100 other garden seed options! Name:Chocolate Cherry SunflowerLife Cycle: AnnualColor: Burgundy PurpleType: Heirloom Non-GMOPlant Height: 48-60 inchesDays to Maturity: 80-95 DaysLight Requirement: Full SunPlanting Season: SpringBlooms: Summer/FallPlanting Depth: 1/2 inchPlant Spacing: 8-12 inches

Sunflower Seeds – Vibrant Heirloom Rare, Free Shipping, Chocolate Cherry

July 8, 2026

Shipping Policy: All orders are shipped out via USPS First Class mail on the next business day. However, only orders $10 or more will receive a tracking number. View our store for more than 100 other garden seed options! Name:Chocolate Cherry SunflowerLife Cycle: AnnualColor: Burgundy PurpleType: Heirloom Non-GMOPlant Height: 48-60 inchesDays to Maturity: 80-95 DaysLight Requirement: Full SunPlanting Season: SpringBlooms: Summer/FallPlanting Depth: 1/2 inchPlant Spacing: 8-12 inches

Poppy PURPLE DREAM MIX Lauren’s Grape Prince of Orange Poppies Non-GMO 500 Seeds

July 8, 2026

Poppy PURPLE DREAM MIX Lauren’s Grape Annual & Prince of Orange orientale Perennial Poppies Non-GMO 500 Seeds100% Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Seeds need to be cold stratified for successful germination or planted in fall so they can go through a cold winterPRODUCT INFORMATIONMIX CONTENTSPoppy Lauren’s Grape – PurplePrince of Orange. OrangePRINCE OF ORANGE POPPYPapaver orientalePerennial; Gorgeous, bold color!Large red-orange flowers bloom in summerPoppy seeds require a cool period of 2-4 weeks to break dormancy, and some gardeners choose to cold stratify their seeds.Boasting large and intensely colored blooms, this Oriental Poppy is easy to grow and sun-loving. A double layer of orange-scarlet petals are each dabbed with black giving this bloom a touch of the exotic. A perennial poppy that does well in cooler climates.Oriental Poppy (Papaver Orientale Orange-Scarlet) – Easy-to-grow from Oriental Poppy seeds, no border should be without an incredible display of these intensely colored blooms. Orange scarlet blooms with a black eye add an exotic feeling to any sunny flower garden. The hairy foliage emerges early in the spring, and the Oriental Poppy plants quickly reach maturity. Papaver orientale will go dormant after it blooms, so plant Poppies among later emerging sun-loving, sprawling perennials that will fill the space. Oriental Poppies prefer full sun and moderately fertile, well-drained soil, and they attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.Tall-Growing Perennial. Poppy seeds are most commonly sown directly outdoors. The seeds require cold treatment in order to germinate, so sow them in the fall after the soil has cooled. Seeds can also be sown in early spring a month before the last frost. Prepare and loosen a seedbed, and then scatter seeds over it. Cover the seeds with a light dusting of soil: light is needed for germination. Seeds should be kept moist until germination. Germination takes about 14-21 days. Oriental poppies are native to the cold regions of Asia, and thus dislike heat and humidity. The plants grow in clumps, so spreading by division or transplanting is not ideal. LAUREN’S GRAPE POPPYAnnual; Gorgeous Purple color!Laurens Grape Single, 4″ blossoms in a mix of plum, purple, amethyst, violet and magenta! Noteworthy to say the least! Lauren’s Grape Poppy is a hardy annual, producing up to 5 blooms per plant. Once established, can tolerate sun, shade, cultivated or neglected conditions. FEATURESSEED TYPE: HeirloomLIFE CYCLE: Perennials & AnnualsPLANTING SEASON: SpringCOLOR: Orange & Purple BloomsPLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & MaintainGROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, seeds need cold stratification HOW TO PLANT POPPIES Stratification is the act of simulating winter conditions — cold and moist — to prep seeds for their usual germination temperatures come spring. All poppy seed varieties require cold-stratification and, because the sensitive seedlings do not always transplant well, they are best sown directly in the garden. Sowing from fall to very early spring allows the cold, wet weather to gradually break down the hard seed coat in time for the growing season. Seeds need light to germinate. Sprinkle them on the soil and leave uncovered. If it is windy you can lightly compress so they don’t blow away. If you get a late start, seeds can also be stratified by placing them in the refrigerator, usually in some kind of moist potting soil. Blend seed and seed starting mix in a 1:3 ratio in a plastic bag or a small container like a margarine tub and put them in your refrigerator. Keep them refrigerated for several weeks before planting in the garden. Plant immediately when removing from the refrigerator. WE SHIP FAST &FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg) ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICE We will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment! Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller’s performance? In general, here’s what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS isexperiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respondwithin a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need todo an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! 30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.

Poppy PURPLE DREAM MIX Lauren’s Grape Prince of Orange Poppies Non-GMO 500 Seeds

July 8, 2026

Poppy PURPLE DREAM MIX Lauren’s Grape Annual & Prince of Orange orientale Perennial Poppies Non-GMO 500 Seeds100% Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Seeds need to be cold stratified for successful germination or planted in fall so they can go through a cold winterPRODUCT INFORMATIONMIX CONTENTSPoppy Lauren’s Grape – PurplePrince of Orange. OrangePRINCE OF ORANGE POPPYPapaver orientalePerennial; Gorgeous, bold color!Large red-orange flowers bloom in summerPoppy seeds require a cool period of 2-4 weeks to break dormancy, and some gardeners choose to cold stratify their seeds.Boasting large and intensely colored blooms, this Oriental Poppy is easy to grow and sun-loving. A double layer of orange-scarlet petals are each dabbed with black giving this bloom a touch of the exotic. A perennial poppy that does well in cooler climates.Oriental Poppy (Papaver Orientale Orange-Scarlet) – Easy-to-grow from Oriental Poppy seeds, no border should be without an incredible display of these intensely colored blooms. Orange scarlet blooms with a black eye add an exotic feeling to any sunny flower garden. The hairy foliage emerges early in the spring, and the Oriental Poppy plants quickly reach maturity. Papaver orientale will go dormant after it blooms, so plant Poppies among later emerging sun-loving, sprawling perennials that will fill the space. Oriental Poppies prefer full sun and moderately fertile, well-drained soil, and they attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds.Tall-Growing Perennial. Poppy seeds are most commonly sown directly outdoors. The seeds require cold treatment in order to germinate, so sow them in the fall after the soil has cooled. Seeds can also be sown in early spring a month before the last frost. Prepare and loosen a seedbed, and then scatter seeds over it. Cover the seeds with a light dusting of soil: light is needed for germination. Seeds should be kept moist until germination. Germination takes about 14-21 days. Oriental poppies are native to the cold regions of Asia, and thus dislike heat and humidity. The plants grow in clumps, so spreading by division or transplanting is not ideal. LAUREN’S GRAPE POPPYAnnual; Gorgeous Purple color!Laurens Grape Single, 4″ blossoms in a mix of plum, purple, amethyst, violet and magenta! Noteworthy to say the least! Lauren’s Grape Poppy is a hardy annual, producing up to 5 blooms per plant. Once established, can tolerate sun, shade, cultivated or neglected conditions. FEATURESSEED TYPE: HeirloomLIFE CYCLE: Perennials & AnnualsPLANTING SEASON: SpringCOLOR: Orange & Purple BloomsPLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & MaintainGROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, seeds need cold stratification HOW TO PLANT POPPIES Stratification is the act of simulating winter conditions — cold and moist — to prep seeds for their usual germination temperatures come spring. All poppy seed varieties require cold-stratification and, because the sensitive seedlings do not always transplant well, they are best sown directly in the garden. Sowing from fall to very early spring allows the cold, wet weather to gradually break down the hard seed coat in time for the growing season. Seeds need light to germinate. Sprinkle them on the soil and leave uncovered. If it is windy you can lightly compress so they don’t blow away. If you get a late start, seeds can also be stratified by placing them in the refrigerator, usually in some kind of moist potting soil. Blend seed and seed starting mix in a 1:3 ratio in a plastic bag or a small container like a margarine tub and put them in your refrigerator. Keep them refrigerated for several weeks before planting in the garden. Plant immediately when removing from the refrigerator. WE SHIP FAST &FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg) ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICE We will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment! Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller’s performance? In general, here’s what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS isexperiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respondwithin a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need todo an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! 30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.

Penstemon PURPLE DREAM MIX Perennial Beardtongue Red for Hummingbirds 200+ Seeds

July 8, 2026

Penstemon PURPLE DREAM MIX Perennial Beardtongue Red for Hummingbirds 200+ SeedsFresh, Pure Seed – No FillersPRODUCT DESCRIPTIONPenstemon PURPLE DREAM MIX Eaton’s and Rocky Mountain Hummingbird Plant Non-GMO 200 SeedsOur Purple Dream Penstemon mix will brighten your garden with jewel-toned blooms of purple and red from mid-spring to early summer. A favorite of hummingbirds, Penstemons are low-maintenance native wildflowers with abundant blooms, They’re deer and rabbit resistant, and love hot, dry growing conditions, so they’re an easy-to-grow addition to rock gardens and challenging sunny sites that need a pop of color to attract pollinators.Our most colorful tubular blooms have a tall presence in your perennial gardenHeirloom North American native perennialTall-growing heirloom with multi-colored Summer bloomsThrives in bright, sunny growing areasIn a lovely mix of scarlet reds and lavenders, our beautiful Purple Dream Mix of Penstemon seeds is an easy to establish Perennial variety. Growing approximately 28 Inches tall, its striking bronze-green foliage really sets off the tall spikes of tubular blooms. A Mexican native wildflower, Penstemon thrives in warm climates, but will appreciate a small amount of shade in the hottest regions.PLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts PollinatorsGROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant, OutdoorPLANT RESISTANCE: Deer, RabbitIMPORTANT GERMINATION NOTESDoes penstemon need cold stratification?How to Plant and Grow PenstemonSow penstemon seeds outdoors in fall or winter. Choose a location with well-draining, not rich, soil that receives full sun during the growing season and cover them with no more than a 1/4 inch of soil. The seeds require a period of cold weather, called stratification, before germination. How do you stratify penstemon seeds indoors?Put this in a labelled, sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator for one day. The next day place this in the freezer for one day. Repeat this for one week, alternating between the fridge and the freezer. After stratifying, plant seed 0.32 cm (1/8 inch) deep in pots. What happens if you don’t cold stratify seeds?Without cold stratification, some seeds may remain dormant and never germinate. In other words, cold stratification gives your seeds a jump start on the growth process! PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: PENSTEMON Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, pressing into the surface of the soil since this seed needs light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30-60 days before planting. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. ABOUT PENSTEMON: A perennial sometimes called Beardtongue, Penstemon plants will reward you with brilliant non-stop blooms with deep bronze-green foliage. These flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies into the garden and offer a variety of colors such as scarlet, pink, blue, purple, orange, yellow, and white.WHEN TO PLANT PENSTEMON SEEDS: Sow seeds indoors in starter trays or small pots in late winter. After the danger of frost has passed, harden off the seedlings and transplant them into your garden.WHERE TO PLANT PENSTEMON SEEDS: Penstemon thrives in full sun or partial shade in fertile, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. These plants are drought tolerant once established and are perfect for beds, borders, rock gardens, and cut flowers!HOW TO PLANT PENSTEMON SEEDS: Press flower seeds into soil, but do not cover. Keep seeds moist until germination, or 14-30 days.HOW TO CARE FOR PENSTEMON: Penstemons needs very little water and barely any fertilizer. Fertilize when planting only. Deadhead after flowering to maintain vigor and cut back to the base in early spring. Penstemon is generally disease free, but keep an eye out for slugs, snails, spider mites and eelworms.COLD STRATIFYING: Everyone wants plants. Now. But there are a small group of seeds that require a special treatment before they will even germinate in a climate that has temperatures below freezing. This process is called “Cold Stratification.” There are two ways to accomplish this.Fall Planting: If time is not a problem, you can put them in the ground in fall and let them go through a winter. They will sprout next year, but not flower. The following year, having gone through two winters, they will return and bloom as expected. If you are planting poppies direct sowing is recommended in late fall or early spring for zones 2-8Create a “False Winter”: The second way to do this, if you want to save time, is to create a “false winter.” What this does is trick the seeds into thinking they have been in the ground for an entire year. All they need is to be in your refrigerator for at least 2 ½ months. About 3 months before spring, place seeds in a plastic bag with a handful of slightly dampened, clean peat, paper towel, or a mix of clean peat and sand. Seal and label the bag with seed name and date, then store in the refrigerator (not freezer) for at least 2½ mos. before planting in spring. (The cold period mimics a full winter’s cold.)Once your seed has been treated, it’s ready to plant when spring arrives.WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg)ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each)CUSTOMER SERVICEWe will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment!Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller’s performance? In general, here’s what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS is experiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respond within a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need to do an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness!30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received. </p

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