1. 1. 1. Prepare the Soil: Alyssum prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

      2. Planting Time: The best time to plant alyssum is in the early spring, after the last frost.

      3. Planting Method: Sow seeds directly into the garden or start them indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost date. Plant them 1/4 inch deep and 6-9 inches apart in rows that are 12 inches apart.

      4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1 inch of water per week.

      5. Harvesting: Alyssum is grown for its flowers, which can be enjoyed throughout the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

      Remember, alyssum needs full sun to partial shade (at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day).

Soil Preparation:

• Choose a location with full sun to partial shade.
• Ensure the soil is rich, well-drained, and has a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.

Planting:

• Sow seeds just below the surface, as they need light to germinate.
• Space plants about 18-24 inches apart to allow for mature growth and air circulation.

Care:

• Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Mulch to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms and prevent excessive self-seeding.

Harvest:

• Bergamot is grown for its fragrant leaves and flowers, which can be used for tea or as a culinary herb.
• Harvest leaves as needed throughout the growing season.
• Cut flower stems for bouquets when blooms are just opening.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun.
Ensure the soil is well-drained with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
Billy Buttons are drought-tolerant and thrive in poor soils.
Planting:
Sow seeds on the surface of the soil or cover lightly with soil as they need light to germinate.
Space plants about 8-12 inches apart.
Care:
Water regularly until plants are established, then only as needed, as they are drought-tolerant.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooming.
Fertilize sparingly; too much fertilizer can lead to excess foliage at the expense of the spherical flower heads.
Harvest:
Harvest Billy Buttons when the flower heads are fully formed and feel firm to the touch.
Cut the stems at the desired length for use in fresh or dried floral arrangements.
For drying, hang the stems upside down in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily).
Ensure the soil is well-drained and rich in organic matter.
Aim for a soil pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Planting:
Space plants about 18-24 inches apart to allow for growth and air circulation.
Plant at the same depth they were growing in the pot.
Care:
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting time and throughout the growing season as needed.
Pinch back the growing tips when plants are 6 inches tall to encourage bushiness and more blooms.
Pest and Disease Management:
Monitor for common pests such as aphids and spider mites.
Keep an eye out for fungal diseases, especially in humid conditions, and provide good air circulation to prevent them.
Harvest:
Cut chrysanthemum flowers for bouquets when the blooms are just opening.
Leave enough stem and a few leaves to support continued growth if you plan to harvest more flowers later.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with partial shade to full sun (depending on the variety).
Ensure the soil is rich, well-drained, and moist.
Planting:
Sow seeds on the soil surface, as they need light to germinate.
Space plants about 10-14 inches apart, depending on the mature size of the variety.
Care:
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Pinch back the tips of the stems to encourage bushier growth.
Harvest:
Coleus is primarily grown for its vibrant foliage and is not typically “harvested.”
However, you can pinch off leaves or cut stems to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant.
Cuttings can be rooted in water or soil to propagate new plants.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun.
Ensure the soil is well-drained with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
Echinops is tolerant of poor soils but will benefit from the addition of organic matter.
Planting:
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil.
Space plants about 18-24 inches apart to accommodate their mature size.
Care:
Water regularly until plants are established, then only as needed, as Echinops is drought-tolerant.
Deadhead spent blooms to prevent excessive self-seeding, if desired.
Divide plants every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Harvest:
Echinops is grown for its spherical blue or violet flower heads, which can be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements.
Harvest flower stems when the blooms are fully open but before they begin to fade.
For drying, hang the stems upside down in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun.
Ensure the soil is well-drained and not overly rich; these flowers thrive in poor to moderately fertile soils.
A neutral to slightly acidic pH is ideal.
Planting:
Sow seeds on the surface of the soil or cover lightly with soil as they need light to germinate.
Space plants about 6-12 inches apart, depending on the variety.
Care:
Water regularly until plants are established, then only as needed, as they are drought-tolerant.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Fertilize sparingly; too much fertilizer can lead to excess foliage at the expense of flowers.
Harvest:
Harvest Everlasting Daisies when the flowers are fully open but before they begin to wilt.
Cut the stems at the desired length for use in fresh or dried floral arrangements.
For drying, hang the stems upside down in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight. The flowers retain their color and shape, making them ideal for dried arrangements.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun and protection from strong winds.
Ensure the soil is well-drained and rich in organic matter.
Aim for a soil pH between 6.0 and 8.0.
Planting:
Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil.
Space seedlings or thin plants to about 18-24 inches apart.
Care:
Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
Apply a layer of mulch to help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.
Stake tall varieties to prevent them from toppling over in the wind.
Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Pest and Disease Management:
Monitor for rust, a common fungal disease in hollyhocks, and treat as necessary.
Keep an eye out for Japanese beetles and other pests that may damage the leaves and flowers.
Harvest:
Hollyhocks are grown for their tall spikes of large, colorful flowers, which can be cut for bouquets.
Cut flower stalks when several buds have opened, but many are still closed for a longer-lasting display.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun to partial shade.
Ensure the soil is well-drained, rich in organic matter, and has a pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
Planting:
Sow seeds on the soil surface or cover lightly with a fine layer of soil, as they need light to germinate.
Space plants about 6-8 inches apart.
Care:
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.
Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
Harvest:
Violas are grown for their cheerful flowers and can be picked for small bouquets.
Harvest flowers in the morning when they are freshest for the longest vase life.

Soil Preparation:
Choose a location with full sun to partial shade.
Ensure the soil is well-drained with a neutral to slightly alkaline pH.
Planting:
Sow seeds on the surface of the soil or with a light covering of soil, as they need some light to germinate.
Space plants or thin seedlings to about 12-18 inches apart.
Care:
Water regularly to establish plants, then only as needed, allowing the soil to dry out between watering.
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers.
Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
Harvest:
Wallflowers are grown for their fragrant and colorful flowers, which can be cut for bouquets.
Harvest flowers in the morning when they are freshest for longer-lasting cut flowers.

1. Prepare the Soil: Lobelia prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

2. Planting Time: The best time to plant lobelia is in the early spring, after the last frost.

3. Planting Method: Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before the last spring frost date, or buy young plants from a nursery. Transplant them 4-6 inches apart in rows that are 12 inches apart.

4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1 inch of water per week.

5. Harvesting: Lobelia is grown for its flowers, which can be enjoyed from late spring to the first frost. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Remember, lobelia needs full sun to partial shade (at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day).

1. 1. Prepare the Soil: Phlox prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 8.0. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

   2. Planting Time: The best time to plant phlox is in the early spring, after the last frost.

   3. Planting Method: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last spring frost date, or buy young plants from a nursery. Transplant them 1-2 feet apart in rows that are 2 feet apart.

   4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1 inch of water per week.

   5. Harvesting: Phlox is grown for its flowers, which can be enjoyed from late spring to early fall. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

   Remember, phlox needs full sun to partial shade (at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day).

1. Prepare the Soil: Portulaca prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil. It is drought-tolerant and thrives in poor, dry conditions.

2. Planting Time: The best time to plant portulaca is in the late spring, after the last frost.

3. Planting Method: Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost. Plant them on the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate, and 12-24 inches apart in rows that are 24 inches apart.

4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water sparingly, as portulaca is a drought-tolerant plant and excessive water can lead to root rot.

5. Harvesting: Portulaca is grown for its flowers, which can be enjoyed from late spring to early fall. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Remember, portulaca needs full sun (at least 6 hours of sunlight per day).

1. Prepare the Soil: Salvia prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

2. Planting Time: The best time to plant salvia is in the early spring, after the last frost.

3. Planting Method: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost date, or buy young plants from a nursery. Transplant them 18-24 inches apart in rows that are 24-36 inches apart.

4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1 inch of water per week.

5. Harvesting: Salvia is grown for its flowers, which can be enjoyed from late spring to early fall. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms.

Remember, salvia needs full sun (at least 6 hours of sunlight per day).

1. Prepare the Soil: Sunflowers prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

2. Planting Time: The best time to plant sunflowers is in the late spring, after the last frost.

3. Planting Method: Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost. Plant them 1 inch deep and 6 inches apart in rows that are 2-3 feet apart.

4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1-2 inches of water per week.

5. Harvesting: Sunflowers are grown for their seeds or flowers. Harvest the seeds when the flower heads have dried and the back of the head has turned brown.

Remember, sunflowers need full sun (at least 6 hours of sunlight per day).

1. Prepare the Soil: Zinnias prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Add compost or well-rotted manure to improve soil fertility.

2. Planting Time: The best time to plant zinnias is in the late spring, after the last frost.

3. Planting Method: Sow seeds directly into the garden after the last frost. Plant them 1/4 inch deep and 6-18 inches apart in rows that are 2-3 feet apart.

4. Watering: Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Then, water regularly, giving the plants 1 inch of water per week.

5. Harvesting: Zinnias are grown for their flowers, which can be enjoyed from late spring to the first frost. Cut the flowers in the morning or evening for the longest vase life.

Remember, zinnias need full sun (at least 6 hours of sunlight per day).