Hedge type crackerjack grows on shrubby plants 24″ tall and more, with thick branches that hold huge, fluffy blooms in the yellow, orange and gold color range. Double flowers measure 4″-5″ (10-13 cm) across. Foliage is lacy. Fragrance is distinctive, clean and pungent. Resists almost every pest and disease. One of the most maintenance free and useful annuals. Even flowers through southern Florida summers. Excellent for containers to rock gardens. Long lasting as cut flowers. Culture: Sow seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before outdoor planting time in light growing medium. Transplants well. Outdoors sow seed in fine soil, full sun where plants are to grow. Blooms in 12–13 weeks. Deadhead spent blooms. Fertilize in August.
Marigold Crackerjack
Want giant, vibrant blooms that thrive with little fuss? Crackerjack Marigolds deliver bold color, pest resistance, and long-lasting flowers from summer through fall—even in hot climates.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 2′ or 60cm. Planitng depth: 1/4″ or 6mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 2′ or 60cm. Spacing after thinning: 12″-15″ or 30-38cm. Days to germination
Variety: 793
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Need height, color, and classic charm in your garden? Tetra Snapdragons bloom all season and delight kids and adults alike with their playful “dragon mouths.”
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 24″-30″ or 60-75cm. Planting depth: 1/16″ or 1mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 3″ or 7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 12″ or 30cm. Days to germination: 10-15
Variety: 862
Love long-lasting blooms that keep their color all winter? Strawflowers dry beautifully and hold their form, making them ideal for bouquets and hot, sunny gardens.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 3′ or 90cm. Planting depth: 1/8″ or 3mm. Seed spacing: 1″ or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 15″-18″ or 37.5-45cm. Spacing after thinning: 12″ or 30cm. Days to germination: 10-15.
Variety: 870
You want dramatic, rich color that makes your garden and bouquets stand out. Velvet Queen Sunflower delivers deep crimson blooms on tall stems, helping you create striking arrangements with ease.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Crimson with dark brown center
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 10-14 days
Height: 5′-8′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: 18″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
Want towering sunflowers that double as bird feeders? Giant Grey Stripe Sunflowers bring drama to your garden while producing plenty of seed for feathered visitors.
Planting guide: Type: annual. Height: 8′ or 2.4m. Planting depth: 1/4″-1/2″ or 6-13mm. Seed spacing: 6″ or 15cm. Thinning height: 2″-3″ or 5-7.5cm. Spacing after thinning: 2′ or 60cm. Days to germination: 10-14
Variety: 872
You want a sunflower that adds depth, drama, and pollinator appeal to your garden. Chocolate Cherry Sunflower guides you to tall, rich burgundy blooms that create stunning borders and unforgettable cut flowers.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Brownish Burgundy petals with dark brown center
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 6′-7.5′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist to moderate
Spacing: 12″-18″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
You want sunflowers that feel artistic and full of movement instead of ordinary. Joker Sunflower guides you to a garden bursting with layered color, textured blooms, and long-stemmed flowers perfect for cutting all season long.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Red, orange, brown blend rimmed with gold
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 10-14 days
Height: 6′-7′
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist, well drained
Spacing: Thin 12″-15″ apart when plants are 3″ tall
Variety: 999
Dreaming of a no-fuss field of color? This North American Wildflower Mix transforms open spaces into a vibrant, low-maintenance haven for pollinators and beauty.
Planting guide: NA
Variety: 895
You want a sunflower that feels natural, grounded, and full of seasonal warmth. Earthwalker Sunflower guides you to rich, earthy blooms that support pollinators and create a stunning, low-effort garden backdrop.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Earthy tones of orange, coppery brown, mahogany and rusty red
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 5’-8’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Normal, loamy
Moisture: Moist to moderate
Spacing: 8”-12” apart when plants are 3” tall
Variety: 999
You want elegant sunflowers that brighten your garden without overwhelming it. Moonshine Sunflower helps you grow soft yellow blooms on strong stems that fill vases, attract pollinators, and shine all summer long.
Planting guide:
Bloom Color: Pale yellow petals surrounding dark centers
Sow: Directly where plants will grow
Germinates: 7-14 days
Height: 6’-8’
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well drained, fertile
Moisture: Dry to moderate
Spacing: 12”-18” apart when plants are 3” tall
Variety: 999
Want a nostalgic garden favorite with vibrant, early-season blooms? Sweet William mixes charming colors and old-fashioned beauty, with blooms that often return year after year.
Planting guide: Type: Perennial. Height: 12”-18” or 30-46cm. Planting depth: 1/4” or 13mm. Seed spacing:1” or 2.5cm. Thinning height: 4” or 10cm. Spacing after thinning: 9” or 23cm. Days to germination: 8-10
Variety: 887

