{"title":"Outdoor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"george-washington-sundial-with-aged-bronze-finish","title":"George Washington Sundial with Aged Bronze Finish","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"437\" data-start=\"152\"\u003eGeorge Washington was renowned for his punctuality, and he used the 18th century’s most accurate method of telling time: the sundial. 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Its common name, blackberry lily, comes from the seed pods which form after flowering; as they open, they display black seed clusters reminiscent of blackberries. The seeds are not edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackberry lily is an herbaceous perennial. It starts to bloom in mid-summer and continues until early fall, producing striking orange flowers covered with red dots atop sword-like foliage. After flowering, the 2-3' tall plants will set their seed pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds inside 10-14 weeks before the last frost date. To encourage germination, place the seeds in a plastic bag with moist, but not wet, growing medium and place in the refrigerator for 1 week. After 1 week, remove the seeds and plant into seed trays covering the seeds with ¼\" of planting mix. Seeds germinate in 3-8 weeks at a soil temperature of 70°F. When the plants are well established, divide the rhizomes every 3-4 years in the spring. USDA Zones 5-10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/blackberry-lily\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Blackberry Lily\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eBlackberry Lily: \u003cem\u003eIris domestica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIris domestica\u003c\/em\u003e is native to North America. Its common name, blackberry lily, comes from the seed pods which form after flowering; as they open, they display black seed clusters reminiscent of blackberries. The seeds are not edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlackberry lily is an herbaceous perennial. It starts to bloom in mid-summer and continues until early fall, producing striking orange flowers covered with red dots atop sword-like foliage. After flowering, the 2-3' tall plants will set their seed pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds inside 10-14 weeks before the last frost date. To encourage germination, place the seeds in a plastic bag with moist, but not wet, growing medium and place in the refrigerator for 1 week. After 1 week, remove the seeds and plant into seed trays covering the seeds with ¼\" of planting mix. Seeds germinate in 3-8 weeks at a soil temperature of 70°F. When the plants are well established, divide the rhizomes every 3-4 years in the spring. USDA Zones 5-10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/blackberry-lily\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Blackberry Lily\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709111499,"sku":"5146","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/blackberry-lily-seed-pack-400114.jpg?v=1681800571"},{"product_id":"cardinal-flower-seed-pack","title":"Cardinal Flower Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLobelia cardinalis \u003c\/em\u003eis native to central, eastern, and southern North America. Typically found in partially shaded areas along streams, in swamps, and other low wooded areas. Known as Cardinal Flower, is one of the few flowers mentioned by George Washington as growing in his garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis flower is a moisture-loving herbaceous perennial. Spikes of scarlet red flowers bloom from July to September reaching 2-4' high and 1-2' wide. In optimum conditions, it will self-sow and naturalize. Deer and rabbit resistant. Butterflies and hummingbirds love to feed on the nectar. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before planting outside in the early fall or direct sow seeds into the garden. Press seeds gently into the soil. Do not cover. Keep the soil moist. Seeds germinate in about 3 weeks at a soil temperature of 75°F. When the plants are well established, they may be propagated by division in the spring or fall. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/cardinal-flower\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Cardinal Flower\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eCardinal flower: \u003cem\u003eLobelia cardinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLobelia cardinalis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to central, eastern, and southern North America. Cardinal flower is typically found in partially shaded areas along streams, in swamps, and in other low wooded areas. The cardinal flower, as it is commonly called, is one of the few flowers actually mentioned by George Washington as growing in his garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardinal flower is a moisture loving herbaceous perennial. Spikes of scarlet red flowers bloom from July to September reaching 2-4' high and 1-2' wide. Butterflies and hummingbirds love to feed on the nectar. In optimum conditions, it will self-sow and naturalize. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before planting outside in the early fall or direct sow seeds into the garden. Press seeds gently into the soil. Do not cover. Keep the soil moist. Seeds germinate in about 3 weeks at a soil temperature of 75°F. When the plants are well established, they may be propagated by division in the spring or fall. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/cardinal-flower\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Cardinal Flower\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709111627,"sku":"5150","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/cardinal-flower-seed-pack-269731.jpg?v=1681799964"},{"product_id":"blue-false-indigo-seed-pack","title":"Blue False Indigo Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue False Indigo: \u003cem\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to North America and was mentioned in American writings as early as 1783. Blue false indigo has also been used for medicinal purposes and to produce dye, before the introduction of true indigo (\u003cem\u003eIndigofera tinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e). It is also said that children used the dried pods with their loose seeds inside as rattles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue false indigo is a perennial that requires full sun and well-drained soil. It grows 3-4' tall and wide and produces beautiful blue to lavender flower spikes atop blue-green foliage from late spring into summer. This plant grows a very deep tap root, which makes it an excellent choice for dry, hot locations, although this makes transplanting difficult. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaptisia has a hard seed coat and the seeds must be soaked before sowing. Place seeds in a container filled with hot tap water and soak overnight. Surface sow seeds indoors or direct sow seeds into the garden, lightly pressing the seeds into the soil. Do not cover. Seeds germinate in 2-4 weeks. Baptisia grown from seed takes 2-3 years to establish and produce flowers. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/blue-false-indigo\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Blue False Indigo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eBlue False Indigo: \u003cem\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBaptisia australis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to North America and was mentioned in American writings as early as 1783. Blue false indigo has also been used for medicinal purposes and to produce dye, before the introduction of true indigo (\u003cem\u003eIndigofera tinctoria\u003c\/em\u003e). It is also said that children used the dried pods with their loose seeds inside as rattles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue false indigo is a perennial that requires full sun and well-drained soil. It grows 3-4' tall and wide and produces beautiful blue to lavender flower spikes atop blue-green foliage from late spring into summer. This plant grows a very deep tap root, which makes it an excellent choice for dry, hot locations, although this makes transplanting difficult. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaptisia has a hard seed coat and the seeds must be soaked before sowing. Place seeds in a container filled with hot tap water and soak overnight. Surface sow seeds indoors or direct sow seeds into the garden, lightly pressing the seeds into the soil. Do not cover. Seeds germinate in 2-4 weeks. Baptisia grown from seed takes 2-3 years to establish and produce flowers. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/blue-false-indigo\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Blue False Indigo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709111883,"sku":"5155","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/blue-false-indigo-seed-pack-210548.jpg?v=1681799771"},{"product_id":"four-oclocks-seed-pack","title":"Four O'Clocks Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eFour O'Clock: \u003cem\u003eMirabilis jalapa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMirabilis jalapa\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. In 1596, seeds were brought to England from Peru. It earned the common name, four o'clock, because the flowers open in the late afternoon and close in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour o'clocks are a perennial in tropical climates but grown as an annual in more temperate climates. These plants prefer full sun to part shade and tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. Bright magenta-pink, trumpet-shaped flowers cover the plants starting in early summer and continue until frost. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the last frost date, soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Then, direct sow seeds into the garden, 18-24\" apart. Cover with ¼\" of soil and carefully water them, keeping the soil moist until germination. Seeds germinate in 7-14 days at a soil temperature between 70-75°F. Perennial in USDA Zones 9-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/four-oclock\/\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Four O'Clocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eFour O'Clock: \u003cem\u003eMirabilis jalapa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMirabilis jalapa\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. In 1596, seeds were brought to England from Peru. It earned the common name, four o'clock, because the flowers open in the late afternoon and close in the morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour o'clocks are a perennial in tropical climates but grown as an annual in more temperate climates. These plants prefer full sun to part shade and tolerate a wide range of soil conditions. Bright magenta-pink, trumpet-shaped flowers cover the plants starting in early summer and continue until frost. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the last frost date, soak seeds in water for 24 hours. Then, direct sow seeds into the garden, 18-24\" apart. Cover with ¼\" of soil and carefully water them, keeping the soil moist until germination. Seeds germinate in 7-14 days at a soil temperature between 70-75°F. Perennial in USDA Zones 9-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/four-oclock\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Four O'Clocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709111947,"sku":"5158","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/four-oclocks-seed-pack-500590.jpg?v=1681798585"},{"product_id":"foxglove-seed-pack","title":"Foxglove Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003ePurple Foxglove: \u003cem\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e was a colonial favorite of the gardener and the apothecary. Foxglove was brought to Mount Vernon in 1787 as a gift for the Washingtons due to its medicinal properties. Even today, extracts from a relative, Digitalis lanata, are used to make prescription drugs to treat heart conditions and other ailments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoxglove is a biennial and prefers full to part sun and moist but not wet soil. The first year foxglove produces a basal rosette of light gray-green leaves. During the second year, tall flower spikes grow from the base of the plant, reaching heights of 2-4'. These beautiful flowers will fill the garden in May and June, creating a stunning display in shades of pink, lavender, and white, especially dramatic when planted en masse. Foxglove will set seed and self-sow in the garden. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution: Foxglove is poisonous if ingested.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before the last average frost date or direct sow into the garden in late spring or early fall. Press the seeds lightly into the soil. Do not cover. Keep seeds moist but not wet and at 70°F. Seeds germinate in 2-4 weeks. USDA Zones 4-8.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/foxglove\/\" title=\"Plant Finder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Foxglove\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003ePurple Foxglove: \u003cem\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigitalis purpurea\u003c\/em\u003e was a colonial favorite of the gardener and the apothecary. Foxglove was brought to Mount Vernon in 1787 as a gift for the Washingtons due to its medicinal properties. Even today, extracts from a relative, Digitalis lanata, are used to make prescription drugs to treat heart conditions and other ailments.\u003cbr\u003e Foxglove is a biennial and prefers full to part sun and moist but not wet soil. The first year foxglove produces a basal rosette of light gray-green leaves. During the second year, tall flower spikes grow from the base of the plant, reaching heights of 2-4'. These beautiful flowers will fill the garden in May and June, creating a stunning display in shades of pink, lavender, and white, especially dramatic when planted en masse. Foxglove will set seed and self-sow in the garden. Deer and rabbit resistant.\u003c\/p\u003e\nCaution: Foxglove is poisonous if ingested.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before the last average frost date or direct sow into the garden in late spring or early fall. Press the seeds lightly into the soil. Do not cover. Keep seeds moist but not wet and at 70°F. Seeds germinate in 2-4 weeks. USDA Zones 4-8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/foxglove\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Foxglove\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112331,"sku":"5160","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/foxglove-seed-pack-186535.jpg?v=1681798661"},{"product_id":"globe-amaranth-seed-pack","title":"Globe Amaranth Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eGlobe Amaranth: \u003cem\u003eGomphrena globosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGomphrena globosa\u003c\/em\u003e is mentioned in a letter written by John Custis, of Williamsburg, in 1742. Commenting on globe amaranth, he says, \"I esteem it one of the prettiest things I ever saw.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlobe amaranth is an annual and prefers dry, sunny locations, although young plants need regular moisture to become established. Plants grow 1-2' tall and 1' wide and produce bright magenta-colored bracts. Deadhead by pinching the faded bloom, including the attached stem down to the succeeding bloom or leaf. Removing the faded blooms will encourage more flowers, and the plants will bloom from early summer until frost. Blooms are wonderful for fresh and dried floral arrangements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart the plants from seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or direct sow into the garden after the last frost date. Cover seeds with 1\/8\" of soil. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 70-75°F. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e \u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/globe-amaranth\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Globe Amaranth \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eGlobe Amaranth: \u003cem\u003eGomphrena globosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGomphrena globosa\u003c\/em\u003e is mentioned in a letter written by John Custis, of Williamsburg, in 1742. Commenting on globe amaranth, he says, \"I esteem it one of the prettiest things I ever saw.\"\u003cbr\u003e Globe amaranth is an annual and prefers dry, sunny locations, although young plants need regular moisture to become established. Plants grow 1-2' tall and 1' wide and produce bright magenta-colored bracts. Deadhead by pinching the faded bloom, including the attached stem down to the succeeding bloom or leaf. Removing the faded blooms will encourage more flowers, and the plants will bloom from early summer until frost. Blooms are wonderful for fresh and dried floral arrangements.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart the plants from seed indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or direct sow into the garden after the last frost date. Cover seeds with 1\/8\" of soil. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 70-75°F. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/globe-amaranth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Globe Amaranth \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112395,"sku":"5162","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/globe-amaranth-seed-pack-205976.jpg?v=1681799782"},{"product_id":"silver-dollar-plant-seed-pack","title":"Silver Dollar Plant Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Dollar Plant: \u003cem\u003eLunaria annua\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLunaria annua\u003c\/em\u003e was brought to North America from Europe. It was growing in American colonial gardens as early as 1767. The common name, silver dollar plant, comes from the seed pods that form; when mature, the papery covering resembles the 'silver dollar'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver dollar plant is biennial and prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. It grows 2-3' tall and produces purple flowers in the late spring. Silver dollar plants are an excellent addition to dried arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into the garden after the last frost date and space 12-18\" apart. Seeds germinate in 14-28 days and will bloom the following spring. Readily self-sows. USDA Zones 4-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" style=\"color: #2b00ff;\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/honesty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Silver Dollar Plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eSilver Dollar Plant: \u003cem\u003eLunaria annua\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLunaria annua\u003c\/em\u003e was brought to North America from Europe. It was growing in American colonial gardens as early as 1767. The common name, silver dollar plant, comes from the seed pods that form; when mature, the papery covering resembles the 'silver dollar'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver dollar plant is biennial and prefers full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil. It grows 2-3' tall and produces purple flowers in the late spring. Silver dollar plants are an excellent addition to dried arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into the garden after the last frost date and space 12-18\" apart. Seeds germinate in 14-28 days and will bloom the following spring. Readily self-sows. USDA Zones 4-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca title=\"Plant Finder\" href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/honesty\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Silver Dollar Plant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112459,"sku":"5166","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/silver-dollar-plant-seed-pack-783279.jpg?v=1681799364"},{"product_id":"larkspur-seed-pack","title":"Larkspur Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eLarkspur: \u003cem\u003eConsolida ajacis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsolida ajacis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Mediterranean and was once used medicinally to stop bleeding and heal wounds. Larkspur is one of the few flowers mentioned by name in George Washington's letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful annual fills late spring gardens with tall, brightly colored flower spikes in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white. Larkspur grows best in full to part sun and reaches a height of 3-5' making it perfect for adding height to your cottage garden or flower border. If not deadheaded, plants will readily self-sow for your enjoyment the following spring. Larkspur is a wonderful cut flower. It may also be pressed or dried for use in crafts and flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarkspur does not transplant well. Direct sow seeds into the garden in late spring or early fall, 10-12\" apart. Cover lightly with 1\/8\" of soil. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eLarkspur: \u003cem\u003eConsolida ajacis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsolida ajacis\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Mediterranean and was once used medicinally to stop bleeding and heal wounds. Larkspur is one of the few flowers mentioned by name in George Washington's letters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful annual fills late spring gardens with tall, brightly colored flower spikes in shades of purple, blue, pink, and white. Larkspur grows best in full to part sun and reaches a height of 3-5' making it perfect for adding height to your cottage garden or flower border. If not deadheaded, plants will readily self-sow for your enjoyment the following spring. Larkspur is a wonderful cut flower. It may also be pressed or dried for use in crafts and flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarkspur does not transplant well. Direct sow seeds into the garden in late spring or early fall, 10-12\" apart. Cover lightly with 1\/8\" of soil. USDA Zones 3-9.\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112587,"sku":"5170","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/larkspur-seed-pack-254984.jpg?v=1681799434"},{"product_id":"love-in-a-mist-seed-pack","title":"Love In A Mist Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eLove-in-a-mist: \u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Mediterranean. It has grown in English gardens since the late 16th century and was a common sight in 18th-century colonial gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove-in-a-mist is an annual flower that will grow 1-2' tall. It has delicate, lacy foliage and produces bright blue to very pale blue and sometimes white, pink, or lavender flowers. The plant flowers from early summer into fall, when attractive, balloon-shaped seedpods form. Both the flowers and the decorative seed pods can be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements. Love-in-a-mist makes a wonderful addition to any sunny informal or cottage garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into well-drained soil 1\/8\" deep after the last frost date. Deadhead plants regularly to encourage new blooms. Once established, love-in-a-mist will self-sow. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eLove-in-a-mist:\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNigella damascena\u003c\/em\u003e is native to the Mediterranean. It has grown in English gardens since the late 16th century and was a common sight in 18th century colonial gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove-in-a-mist is an annual flower that will grow 1-2' tall. It has delicate, lacy foliage and produces bright blue to very pale blue and sometimes white, pink, or lavender flowers. The plant flowers from early summer into fall, when attractive, balloon-shaped seedpods form. Both the flowers and the decorative seed pods can be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements. Love-in-a-mist makes a wonderful addition to any sunny informal or cottage garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into well-drained soil 1\/8\" deep after the last frost date. Deadhead plants regularly to encourage new blooms. Once established, love-in-a-mist will self-sow. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112715,"sku":"5171","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/love-in-a-mist-seed-pack-262918.jpg?v=1681798740"},{"product_id":"pot-marigold-seed-pack","title":"Pot Marigold Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003ePot Marigold: \u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e was growing in Virginia gardens by the 1600s. The petals were used to flavor soups and stews, earning the plant the nickname \"pot marigold.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot marigold is a cheery annual that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Upright, bushy plants grow 1-2' tall and wide. Ranging from bright yellow to orange, the 2-3\" daisy-like flowers will brighten your garden starting in the spring, making Calendula officinalis a great companion for nasturtiums and violas. Deadheading the plants will stimulate additional blooms. If hot summer weather causes the plants to decline, cut them back to encourage fall flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seed into the garden after the last frost date or start in a greenhouse 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. For fall flowering, direct sow seeds into the garden in the late summer. Space seeds 12-15\" apart and cover with ¼\" of soil. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 68-70°F. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003ePot Marigold:\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e was growing in Virginia gardens by the 1600s. The petals were used to flavor soups and stews, earning the plant the nickname \"pot marigold.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePot marigold is a cheery annual that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Upright, bushy plants grow 1-2' tall and wide. Ranging from bright yellow to orange, the 2-3\" daisy-like flowers will brighten your garden starting in the spring, making Calendula officinalis a great companion for nasturtiums and violas. Deadheading the plants will stimulate additional blooms. If hot summer weather causes the plants to decline, cut them back to encourage fall flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seed into the garden after the last frost date or start in a greenhouse 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. For fall flowering, direct sow seeds into the garden in the late summer. Space seeds 12-15\" apart and cover with ¼\" of soil. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 68-70°F. USDA Zones 2-11.\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709112907,"sku":"5180","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/pot-marigold-seed-pack-281355.jpg?v=1681800402"},{"product_id":"united-states-flag-flown-over-mount-vernon","title":"United States Flag Flown Over Mount Vernon","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis United States flag is proudly flown at Mount Vernon, the beloved home of the first president of the United States of America, George Washington.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStars are embroidered and densely sewn to the fabric for durability on this heavyweight 100% nylon 3’ x 5’ flag. Also features strong brass grommets and includes a certificate of authenticity dated and signed by the Regent of the Mount Vernon Ladies' Association.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur flag comes in a red, white, and blue gift box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e To request a flag flown on one of these special days, add your request to the \"Notes\" section of your order at the time of checkout.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Please indicate in the notes section if you prefer a specific date*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Please note: Requests for \u003cem\u003epast\u003c\/em\u003e dates are unavailable. In addition, flag requests placed for a Saturday\/Sunday\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003eduring the \u003cem\u003esame \u003c\/em\u003eweekend are unable to be filled on short notice due to our operating hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/files\/USA_Logo_small.png?v=1542218036\" alt=\"\" width=\"101\" height=\"101\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ANNIN AND COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32709214219,"sku":"9742","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/files\/NewFlagPhotoR.jpg?v=1711700883"},{"product_id":"joe-pye-weed-seed-pack","title":"Spotted Joe-Pye Weed Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpotted Joe-Pye Weed: \u003cem\u003eEutrochium maculatum\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEutrochium maculatum is native to North America and commonly grew in 18th century flower borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJoe-Pye weed is a tall, clump forming perennial and prefers full sun to part shade and moist soil. The plants provide great height in the garden, reaching 5-7' tall and spreading 2-4' wide. From July to September, large-domed, pinkish-purple flowers bloom atop dark green leaves. Flowers attract butterflies. Joe-Pye weed is a wonderful addition to cottage gardens, meadows, native plantings, and around water. Deer resistant and clay soil tolerant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow seeds into the garden in the fall and cover with ¼” of soil. Seeds require cold stratification and will germinate in spring when the soil warms. USDA Zones 4-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/joe-pye-weed\/\" title=\"Plant Finder\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLearn more about Spotted Joe-Pye Weed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eSpotted Joe-Pye Weed: \u003cem\u003eEutrochium maculatum\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEutrochium maculatum is native to North America and commonly grew in 18th century flower borders. Joe-Pye weed is a tall, clump forming perennial and prefers full sun to part shade and moist soil. The plants provide great height in the garden, reaching 5-7' tall and spreading 2-4' wide. From July to September, large-domed, pinkish-purple flowers bloom atop dark green leaves. Flowers attract butterflies. Joe-Pye weed is a wonderful addition to cottage gardens, meadows, native plantings, and around water. Deer resistant and clay soil tolerant. Direct sow seeds into the garden in the fall and cover with ¼” of soil. Seeds require cold stratification and will germinate in spring when the soil warms. USDA Zones 4-9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mountvernon.org\/the-estate-gardens\/gardens-landscapes\/plant-finder\/item\/joe-pye-weed\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Plant Finder\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLearn more about Spotted Joe-Pye Weed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3809974845451,"sku":"20447","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/spotted-joe-pye-weed-seed-pack-272568.jpg?v=1681798658"},{"product_id":"hollyhock-seed-pack","title":"Hollyhock Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eHollyhock:  \u003cem\u003eAlcea rosea \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcea rosea was brought to Europe from China during or possibly even before the 16th century. John Custis of Williamsburg, Virginia received \"hollihock\" seeds from England in 1735.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHollyhock is a biennial and grows 5-8' tall and 1-2' wide.  Plants need full sun and produce large, white, pink, red or dark purple flowers. When sown in early spring, it may flower during its first year. Hollyhocks frequently self-sow and are a wonderful accent at the back of a flower bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before planting outside or direct sow into the garden in the early summer. Cover seeds with 1\/4\" of soil and keep the soil moist but not wet. Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 60-\u003cspan\u003e70°F\u003c\/span\u003e. USDA Zones 2 to 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eHollyhock:\u0026nbsp; \u003cem\u003eAlcea rosea\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcea rosea was brought to Europe from China during or possibly even before the 16th century. John Custis of Williamsburg, Virginia received \"hollihock\" seeds from England in 1735.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHollyhock is a biennial and grows 5-8' tall and 1-2' wide.\u0026nbsp; Plants need full sun and produce large, white, pink, red or dark purple flowers. When sown in early spring, it may flower during its first year. Hollyhocks frequently self-sow and are a wonderful accent at the back of a flower bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before planting outside or direct sow into the garden in the early summer. Cover seeds with 1\/4\" of soil and keep the soil moist but not wet.\u0026nbsp;Seeds germinate in 10-14 days at soil temperatures between 60-\u003cspan\u003e70°F\u003c\/span\u003e. USDA Zones 2 to 10.\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"The Shops at Mount Vernon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21770666508371,"sku":"28019","price":3.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1831\/5307\/products\/hollyhock-seed-pack-657700.jpg?v=1681799437"},{"product_id":"eastern-red-columbine","title":"Eastern Red Columbine Seed Pack","description":"\u003cp\u003eEastern Red Columbine:\u003cem\u003e Aguilegia canadensis \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cem\u003eAguilegia canadensis \u003c\/em\u003eis a beautiful plant\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003enative to North America, east of the Rocky Mountains. The genus name \u003cem\u003eAguilegia\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ecomes from the latin word \u003cem\u003eAquila\u003c\/em\u003e meaning eagle and refers to the spurred flower petals that resemble an eagle's talons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow 2-3' tall and 1-5' wide and will grow in full sun to shade and in a wide range of soil conditions. Red and yellow bell-like, 1-2' flowers are displayed atop delicate blue-green foliage from April to May. Ideal conditions for columbine are rich, moist soil with good drainage and light shade. Flowers attract birds, butterflies and hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder optimum growing conditions, the eastern red columbine will self seed and naturalized. Seeds require 3-4 weeks of chilling at 40 F or below to germinate. When temperatures drop to meet the chilling requirement in the fall, direct sow seeds into the garden. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly press into the soil. Do not cover. Seeds may also be chilled in the refrigerator and sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plants flower the second year after germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zones 3-8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeirloom seeds are collected, cleaned and packaged by hand at Mount Vernon.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--amp.product-description.start--\u003cp\u003eEastern Red Columbine:\u003cem\u003e Aguilegia canadensis \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eAguilegia canadensis\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/em\u003eis a beautiful plant\u003cem\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/em\u003enative to North America, east of the Rocky Mountains. The genus name \u003cem\u003eAguilegia\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ecomes from the latin word \u003cem\u003eAquila\u003c\/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;meaning eagle and refers to the spurred flower petals that resemble an eagle's talons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow 2-3' tall and 1-5' wide and will grow in full sun to shade and in a wide range of soil conditions. Red and yellow bell-like, 1-2' flowers are displayed atop delicate blue-green foliage from April to May. Ideal conditions for columbine are rich, moist soil with good drainage and light shade. Flowers attract birds, butterflies and hummingbirds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder optimum growing conditions, the eastern red columbine will self seed and naturalized. Seeds require 3-4 weeks of chilling at 40 F or below to germinate. When temperatures drop to meet the chilling requirement in the fall, direct sow seeds into the garden. Scatter seeds on the soil surface and lightly press into the soil. Do not cover. Seeds may also be chilled in the refrigerator and sown indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Plants flower the second year after germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSDA Zones 3-8.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeirloom seeds are collected, cleaned and packaged by hand at Mount Vernon.\u003c\/p\u003e--amp.product-description.end--\u003e","brand":"MT. 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