Purple coneflower (Echinacea angustifolia)

Purple Coneflower (Echinacea Angustifolia) is a long lived perennial that produces beautiful, long lasting and large 3 to 4 ” white purple flowers with bronze, dome shaped centers an long 2 to 3′ stems. Purple coneflower is drought resistant and prefers dry soil although it will tolerate moist. Mass plantings provide spectacular beauty year after year.

Plant in a sunny location and well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results loosen the soil with a rake or hoe, mix the seeds with a cup of sand and broadcast over your planting area. Then lightly rake the seed into the soil or cover the seed with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep the soil moist until the plants begin to grow.

Purple coneflower requires little care and water only as necessary. For additional plants divide clumps in spring or fall after they have flowered for 2 or 3 years.

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Purple Coneflower at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	Scatter	15-100	18-24"	2-3'
Seeds per Pound 115 500				Seeding Rate 5 ozs per 1000 sq ft

]]> http://www.lorenzsokseedsllc.com/purple-coneflower-echinacea-angustifolia/feed/ 0 http://www.lorenzsokseedsllc.com/illinois-bundleflower-desmanthus-illinoensis/ http://www.lorenzsokseedsllc.com/illinois-bundleflower-desmanthus-illinoensis/#comments Tue, 29 Sep 2009 16:34:28 +0000 Freddie http://www.lorenzsokseedsllc.com/?p=413 [/caption] Illinois bundleflower is a nutritious plant and is readily eaten by all classes of livestock, deer and pronghorn antelope. It decreases under heavy grazing and is an important range condition indicator. Its seeds are readily consumed by birds and rodents. It is considered one of the most important native prairie legumes. It is frequently used in range revegetation projects.  Illinois bundleflower was a minor medical plant for Native Americans.

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Illinois Bundleflower

Recommended for use in range seedings and for wildlife food and cover. Illinois bundleflower is a nutritious plant and is readily eaten by all classes of livestock, deer and pronghorn antelope. It decreases under heavy grazing and is an important range condition indicator. Its seeds are readily consumed by birds and rodents. It is considered one of the most important native prairie legumes. It is frequently used in range revegetation projects.  Illinois bundleflower was a minor medical plant for Native Americans. The Omaha and Ponca tribes called it rattle plant because the seeds in the dried pods were used by children as rattles while imitating the dance rituals of adults. Pawnees used the boiled plant leaves to produce a wash which was used to relieve itching.

Illinois bundleflower is a warm season, self-pollinating, herbaceous, perennial, leguminous forb. Multiple stems grow from a woody caudex which is attached to the perennial root system of this legume species. Stems are glabrous, angled, longitudinally grooved and erect. The plant stands .6 to 1.3 meters in height. Its bipinnately compound leaves are alternately attached to the stem. Leaves are sensitive to external stimuli such as sunlight or touch which causes infolding of the leaflets. Flowers are white and five parted with 5 sepals, petals and stamens. The peduncles or stalks supporting the inflorescences are located in the leaf axil. The white globose heads produce clustered flat scythe-shaped pods which are slightly spirally twisted. Two to several seeds are contained within the dry dehiscent pods. The dark brown pods are broadly oblong and flat being 3 to 4 times longer than wide. Seeds are brown and 3 to 5 mm long, nearly as wide and mature in August.

Desmanthus illinoensis is the most widely distributed of Desmanthus species in the United States. It ranges southward from South Dakota and Minnesota through Colorado, New Mexico and Texas, and eastward to Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, and the Carolinas and into Florida.

It is found on rocky, open wooded slopes, prairies, ravines, stream banks, roadsides and waste places. The great diversity of habitats in which it is found indicates a wide temperature and moisture tolerance.

Natural populations are most often found in prairie remnants, glades, sloughs, woodlands edges, and disturbed areas in the east. In the west it is found in moist alkaline bottoms, rocky open woods, grasslands, and along streams and rivers. Soil acidity or alkalinity did not appear to be a significant edaphic factor in the distribution of Illinois bundleflower, since stands were found in more or less equal abundance on  both sandstone and limestone parent material soils. It thrives on medium textured soils and is tolerant of most except coarse sands and heavy clays. It has fair tolerance to burning in the dormant state and will grow less vigorously in shady situations. More vigorous and more abundant growth is realized in 50+ cm rain fall zones. Good drought tolerance can be expected in open communities with reduced levels of competition. Bundleflower is normally found in association with native warm season grasses.

It is easily established from seed, and may be seeded alone at a drill depth of 1.27 to 2.54 cm deep on heavier, moister soil and sandy or drier soils, respectively. Plant into a prepared seed bed or dead stubble for mulch may help establishment. Additional mulch and irrigation will aid establishment on critical sites or tough mine spoil sites. Plantings made in early to mid spring time would provide the seedlings optimum moisture, while late fall or winter planting would pre-chill and stimulate better germination of “hard” legume seed.

The inclusion of legumes improved crude protein (CP) concentrations of forages compared to that of grasses alone. However, forage samples containing the legumes roundhead lespedeza and Illinois bundleflower showed lower In vitro dry matter digestibility (IVDMD) than grasses alone. This may be influenced by the amount of tannins accumulated by the legume species. Tannin concentration can limit digestibility of forages in high concentrations.

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Illinois Bundleflower at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	1"	7-21	12-24"	24-60"
Seeds per Pound 60,000				Seeding Rate 8 oz per 1,000 sq ft

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Plains Coreopsis

Plains Coreopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) is one of Americas most loved annuals and one of the easiest to grow. It is a large colony forming plant that is native to the Southern US although it has spread throughout much of North America. It is also the official state flower of Florida.

This colorful and hardy upright annual is a impressive bloomer. While flower colors vary they tend to be a visually stunning buttery-yellow with brilliant maroon centers. The flowers bloom from summer to fall. The leaves, which can be up to 6 inches long and 4 inches wide, are green in color, finely divided and occur mainly on the lower portions of the plant.

Plains Coreopsis is an easy plant to grow and attains a height between 2 and 3 feet and should be planted in the spring or fall. They require full sun although they are tolerant of a sun-shade combination and will grow in a variety of soils. They are an ideal plant where soils are poorly drained or remain sodden for extended periods. After reaching a height of around 12 inches brown colored buds will begin to appear on the seedlings and shortly thereafter will begin blooming

It is an ideal plant for cutting with each stem adding a colorful array of small flowers to any floral arrangement.

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Plains Coreopsis at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Annual	Full Sun	1/4"	Scatter	8-12	12-15"	24-36"
Seeds per Pound 1,400,000				Seeding Rate 1 ozs per 3000 sq ft

Plains Coreopsis Close Up

Plains Coreopsis- a slightly different view of the flower

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Lance Leaved Coreopsis

Lance Leaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) is one of the most exciting and rewarding of all flowers, and a great addition to any wildflower garden.

This easy-to-grow perennial with lance-shaped leaves, bears strikingly handsome 2-2 1/2″  bright yellow flowers on long, 1-3″ stems. Plants are adaptable, and will grow in dry fields and hillsides as well as under wet conditions. Plants bloom abundantly throughout the summer and provide excellent cut flowers.

Select sunny location for Lance Leaf Coreopsis and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area. Keep soil moist until plants begin to grow.

Lance Leaf Coreopsis requires little care. Water only as necessary.

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Lance Leaf Coreopsis at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	1"	15-20	12"	1-3"
Seeds per Pound 210 000				Seeding Rate 4 ozs per sq ft

Lance Leaf Coreopsis Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-9. Click map for larger view.

Lemon Mint

Lemon Mint (Monarda citriodora) is a long lived annual that produces beautiful, longlasting, and very large 2-3″ purple flowers on long 2-3″ stems. Plants are drought-resistant, preferring dry soil, but tolerating moist. Mass plantings provide spectacular beauty year after year.

Dried Lemon Mint flowers has a beautiful citrus aroma, and hummingbirds and butterflies love this flower.

Select a sunny location for Lemon Mint and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area. Lightly rake seed into soil or cover with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep soil moist untill plants begin to grow.

Lemon Mint requires little care. Water only when necessary.

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Lemon Mint at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Annual	Full Sun	1/8"	Scatter	15-20	18-24"	2-3"
Seeds per Pound 819 000				Seeding Rate 2 ozs per 1000 sq ft

Lemon Mint Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-10. Click map for larger view.

Mexican Hat

Mexican Hat (Ratibida columnaris) is one of the most loved wildflowers. Grows well throughout much of the continent under a variety of conditions. The neat, magnificently brilliant red-and-gold 2-4″ flowers are borne on stiff 1-3″ stems. Plants are easy-to-grow and very hardy.

Select sunny location and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or cover with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep soil most until plants begin to grow.

Mexican Hat requires little care. Water only as necessary.

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Mexican Hat at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	1"	10-15	12-15"	1-2"
Seeds per Pound 737 000				Seeding Rate 1 oz per 1250 sq ft

Mexican Hat Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-9. Click map for larger view.

Prairie Coneflower

Prairie Coneflower (Ratibida columnifera) is one of the most loved wildflowers. Grows well throughout much of the continent under a variety of conditions. The neat, magnificently brilliant yellow 2-4″ flowers are borne on stiff 1-3″ stems. Plants are easy-to-grow and very hardy.

Select sunny location and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area.

Lightly rake seed into soil or cover with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep soil moist until plants begin to grow.

Prairie Coneflower requires little care. Water only as necessary.

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Prairie Coneflower at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	Scatter	10-15	12-15"	1-2"
Seeds per Pound 737 000				Seeding Rate 1 oz per 1000 sq ft

Prairie Coneflower Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-9. Click map for larger view.

Maximilian Sunflower

Maximilian Sunflower (Helianthus maximilianii) is considered as one of the most beautiful fall blooming wildflowers. This perennial wildflower produces brilliant yellow blossoms on stiff stems reaching 4-6′. Attracts butterflies and migrating monarchs.

Select sunny location and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climates). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area. Lightly rake seed into soil or cover with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep soil moist until plants begin to grow.

Maximillian Sunflower requires little care. Water only as necessary.

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Maximilian Sunflower at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Perennial	Full Sun	1/8"	1"	10-15	6-8"	4-6"
Seeds per Pound 150 000				Seeding Rate 5 ozs per 1000 sq ft

Maximilian Sunflower Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-8. Click map for larger view.

Indian Paintbrush

Indian Paintbrush (Castilleja indivisa) is one of the most loved wildflowers. Plants bear red-orange leaf-like flowers that are  spectacularly beautiful and easy-to-grow. Adopted to well drained areas in full sun. Select sunny location and plant in well drained soil during fall or early spring.

For best results, loosen soil with a rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area. Keep soil moist until plants begin to grow.

Indian Paintbrush requires little care. Water only as needed.

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Packet $3.00 1 Ounce $250.00

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Indian Paintbrush at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Annual	Full Sun	Soil Surface	1"	30-120		8-20"
Seeds per Pound 4 000 000				Seeding Rate 1 oz per 4000 sq ft

Indian Paintbrush Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 4-8. Click map for larger view.

Indian Blanket

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), the Oklahoma State Wildflower, is spectacularly beautiful and easy-to-grow. Plants bear large 2 1/2-4″ blossoms in varying shades of yellow and red on slender stems 8-2″‘/20-61 cm. tall. Indian Blanket plants are drought and heat-resistant, making them an excellent source for beautiful cut flowers throughout the summer.

Select a sunny location for Indian Blanket and plant in well drained soil during early spring or fall (recommended in mild climate). For best results, loosen soil with rake or hoe. Mix seeds with a cup of  sand or other inert material and broadcast over planting area. Lightly rake seed into soil or cover with peat moss or similar light mulch. Keep soil moist until plants begin to grow.

Indian Blanket requires little care. Water only when necessary.

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Indian Blanket at a Glance
Type	Light	Seed Depth	Seed Spacing	Days to Sprout	Plant Spacing	Plant Height
Annual	Full Sun	1/4"	Scatter	7-15	10-12"	12-24"
Seeds per Pound 153 000				Seeding Rate 4 oz per 1000 sq ft

Indian Blanket Hardiness Zones

Hardiness Zones Map
Hardiness Zone 3-10. Click map for larger view.