Orchid Society of Middle Tennessee

Cistus creticus | Rock Rose | Cretan Rockrose | Hoary Rock-Rose | 50 Seeds

Cistus creticus is a shrub in the Cistaceae family. Some common names are pink rock-rose, hoary rock-rose, Rock Rose, and Cretan rockrose. A native to Europe in the Mediterranean region. The pink flowers are in bloom from late spring to mid-summer and will attract bees, butterflies, and birds. It grows in most soils and must have good drainage as it likes to be a bit dry. It grows best in full sun for maximum blooms but will still bloom in part shade. The flowers range in color from light pink to dark pink or mauve with the smell of roses and sandalwood.  Zones 8-11 Germination Mix seeds and moistened soil together in a ziplock bag. Write the name on the bag. Place in the refrigerator for 60 days. Soak seeds for 12 hours. Sow seeds into a well-drained, sandy compost and cover seeds to their own depth with sand or grit. Place the seed tray in bright light with a heat mat. Seeds may germinate slowly.

Cistus creticus | Rock Rose | Cretan Rockrose | Hoary Rock-Rose | 50 Seeds

Cistus creticus is a shrub in the Cistaceae family. Some common names are pink rock-rose, hoary rock-rose, Rock Rose, and Cretan rockrose. A native to Europe in the Mediterranean region. The pink flowers are in bloom from late spring to mid-summer and will attract bees, butterflies, and birds. It grows in most soils and must have good drainage as it likes to be a bit dry. It grows best in full sun for maximum blooms but will still bloom in part shade. The flowers range in color from light pink to dark pink or mauve with the smell of roses and sandalwood.  Zones 8-11 Germination Mix seeds and moistened soil together in a ziplock bag. Write the name on the bag. Place in the refrigerator for 60 days. Soak seeds for 12 hours. Sow seeds into a well-drained, sandy compost and cover seeds to their own depth with sand or grit. Place the seed tray in bright light with a heat mat. Seeds may germinate slowly.

Castilleja latifolia | Monterey Indian Paintbrush | 10 Seeds

We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support! Castilleja latifolia is a perennial herb in the Orbanchaceae family. Known by its common name of Monterey Indian Paintbrush. This is endemic to the coastline of California from San Francisco to Monterey. It can be spotted in the Big Sur and Point Reyes areas growing in the dunes or scrub. It can grow to about a couple feet tall sprawling out to a bush once mature. The flower has layers of bracts green in color with the tips in orange, red, and yellow. It prefers to grow in sandy soil in full sun with good drainage.  Zones 4-10 Germination Rub seeds gently with sandpaper. Sow seeds the thickness of the seeds on top of the medium and lightly cover. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover and keep temperatures around 65-70F. Germination is in 21-90 days.  

Castilleja latifolia | Monterey Indian Paintbrush | 10 Seeds

We can combine multiple items for cheaper shipping. Ask for a invoice before checking out. Thank You all for your continued support! Castilleja latifolia is a perennial herb in the Orbanchaceae family. Known by its common name of Monterey Indian Paintbrush. This is endemic to the coastline of California from San Francisco to Monterey. It can be spotted in the Big Sur and Point Reyes areas growing in the dunes or scrub. It can grow to about a couple feet tall sprawling out to a bush once mature. The flower has layers of bracts green in color with the tips in orange, red, and yellow. It prefers to grow in sandy soil in full sun with good drainage.  Zones 4-10 Germination Rub seeds gently with sandpaper. Sow seeds the thickness of the seeds on top of the medium and lightly cover. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover and keep temperatures around 65-70F. Germination is in 21-90 days.  

Castilleja scabrida | Rough Indian Paintbrush | 10 Seeds

Castilleja scabrida is a dicot in the Scrophulariaceae family. A native to the Four Corners area and west to Nevada. The common name is Rough Indian Paintbrush. It grows to only 8 inches tall and usually shorter than 8 inches. It will clump out a few feet wide in suitable growing conditions. The narrow green leaves are a wonderful backdrop for the bright red shoots. It reminds me of Christmas. Some of the stems are green, and some are purple. It should be grown in sandy soil with good drainage. Zones 4-8 Germination Rub seeds gently with sandpaper. Sow seeds the thickness of the seeds on top of the medium and lightly cover. Keep moist in a bright spot. Do not cover and keep temperatures around 65-70F. Germination is in 21-90 days.

Cenchrus purpureum | Elephant Grass | 10 Seeds

Cenchrus purpureum, commonly known as Napier grass or elephant grass, is a robust and perennial grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. The inflorescence consists of cylindrical spikes that bear small, bristly flower heads, adding to its distinctive appearance.

Cenchrus purpureum | Elephant Grass | 10 Seeds

Cenchrus purpureum, commonly known as Napier grass or elephant grass, is a robust and perennial grass species that belongs to the Poaceae family. The inflorescence consists of cylindrical spikes that bear small, bristly flower heads, adding to its distinctive appearance.