Growing Guide

How to Grow ‘Knee High’ Sweet Peas: A Guide for Fragrant, Bushy Blooms

Sweet Pea ‘Knee High’ Mix (Lathyrus odoratus) is a compact, highly fragrant annual flower perfect for small gardens, borders, and containers. Unlik...

How to Grow English Lavender from Seed: The Complete Guide

English Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is the crown jewel of the aromatic garden. Prized for its sweet, calming fragrance and classic purple spi...

How to Grow Black-Eyed Susans from Seed: The Complete Guide

Black-Eyed Susans (Rudbeckia hirta) are the heart of the American wildflower garden. Known for their iconic golden-yellow petals and dark, "chocola...

How to Grow 'Pacific Beauty' Calendula from Seed: The Professional Guide

Our 'Pacific Beauty' Calendula Mix (Calendula officinalis) is the gold standard for cutting gardens and homesteads alike. Unlike common varieties t...

How to Grow California Giants Zinnia Mix: The Complete Guide

The California Giants Zinnia Mix (Zinnia elegans) is the heavyweight champion of the summer garden. Bred specifically for massive, semi-double to d...

Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca): The Honey-Scented Monarch Magnet

Common Milkweed is the legendary "anchor" of the North American pollinator garden. While some might call it a weed, gardeners in the know prize it ...

Showy Milkweed (Asclepias speciosa): The Western Star of the Prairie

If Common Milkweed is the "classic" of the East, Showy Milkweed is the undisputed crown jewel of the West. True to its name, this species produces ...

Pink Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata): The Best Choice for Tidy Gardens

Don’t let the name "Swamp" fool you, this is arguably the most "civilized" and garden-friendly milkweed in the SunHaven collection. While other mil...

Narrowleaf Milkweed (Asclepias fascicularis): The Elegant Western Native

While its cousins are bold and broad-leaved, Narrowleaf Milkweed is the refined, airy beauty of the Asclepias family. Native to the Western United ...