Datura - Angels Trumpet

$2.99

Take advantage of the heavenly fragrance by planting the Datura close to a window. Plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost. The flowers last only a day or two, but blooms appear from mid summer to late fall. Water regularly, but do not over water. The Angel's Trumpet Datura requires full sun and prefers well drained soils. The flowers are 6 inches long, trumpet-shaped and white in color, tinged with lilac. The pale blooms will glow well into the twilight and their scent is heavenly. If your time only allows you to enjoy an evening garden, then the Datua is the plant. The Datura Angel's Trumpet, 'Datura meteloides', has fragrant and showy flowers that open late in the day to enhance the evening garden. Note: All parts of this plant are poisonous. ... more info

Basil - Italian Genovese This packet contains 1-160 foot row of seeds. After 4 to 6 weeks of growth, pinch top to force side growth and prevent early flowering. Thats a lot of basil. Basil should be harvested before the plant flowers. Place the Basil seeds in well drained soil with lots of organic matter. Genovese basil has a strong basil flavor and aroma and is a favorite for pesto. Basil has been used for centuries by cooks around the world. Plant 1 to 2 weeks after the last average frost date. Basil is the smell of summer. The Basil Genovese Italian, 'Ocimum basilicum', is widely grown in Italy. Cut off any flower stems that appear.