Limited Edition Seeds is a rare type of plants that are bred specifically to create a limited edition for the owner. Limited Edition Seeds can be bred from a limited variety of species, such as: African Violets, Queen Anne’s Lace, Dutchman’s Cricket, Hawaiian Papaya, Pigtail, Sedum Arvens, and Spider Hamsters. These varieties are chosen because they are rare, thus making them even more unique and desirable. Limited Edition Seeds is also chosen due to their beautiful flowers, fruit and aromatic oils that make them even more attractive.
Flowering period for most limited edition seeds ranges from a few weeks to 45-55 days of flowering aprox. The flowering period for the female plants on a limited edition variety can be a full year. Some varieties produce seeds only once a year. The amount of time spent on flowering aprox is dependent upon the variety of plant selected.
Most perennials are not feminized. There are exceptions though. Most Perennials that are not feminized will flower within one year. Some exceptions are: Horse Chestnut, White Trillium, Loblolly Pine, Snowdrops, Mountain Spring Honeysuckle and Pink Amaryllis.
Limited edition seeds can have a high level of hybrid vigor when sown with other prolific varieties. A hybrid that is highly prolific does not normally flower beyond one year. The limited edition selections that are not feminized are normally very vigorous. They will flower in three years or less. They will typically flower much more intensely than non feminized plants. Some examples of very intense flowers include: Bearberry, Butterfly Bush, Clouded Breeder’s Peppermint, Hurricane Hazel and Wildflower Cinnamon.
The Flowering Aroids and Bulbs: The Flowering Aroid or Bulb is a member of the family of perennials and is also known as a “season flower”. It is typically found in the late winter through early spring. It blooms profusely throughout the year and is highly productive during the late summer and early fall. It is one of the easiest varieties to grow and is commonly used as a backup for annuals. This flower possesses all of the characteristics of a common bulbs except it blooms profusely in the late winter and early spring.
Limited edition seeds (feminized or nongenetic) can be used for propagating all the more popular varieties such as the California Poppies and the Connecticut Poppies. Most commercial suppliers of feminized seeds (also called nongenetic) can provide all the information necessary to get started growing these plants. feminized seeds can also be used for the flowering of the perennials mentioned above. They are a great way to extend your planting season and save time in your gardening efforts.
Limited edition fragrant flowers produced with feminized seeds (also known as aroma seeds) will give you the same rich, powerful fragrance that an original bloom produces. These are best planted in full sun but can be also successfully planted in containers. Fragrant blooms occur on new growth only and are therefore not true perennial. However, flowering aproximately at maturity gives a strong, rich fragrance that is unmistakable. This can be a good choice if you are looking for an aroma that is subtle and mellow rather than an overwhelming one. Limited edition fragrant flowers include the following:
Shasta Sicklepod is a perennial that is a relative of the Pennyroyal. It has dark green foliage and red flowers. It blooms profusely in the spring and has a dense, bushy set of leaves. The flowers are fragrant and the scent of the sweet fragrance fills the air. Limited edition feminized Sicklepod seeds (female plants) can be used for replanting.
Bayberries are a shrub with freespiring blue-green flowers that have intense fragrances. These flowers open up early in the season and bloom profusely throughout the season. In autumn, these flowers change color to shades of blue-green and then bloom again in the spring. Limited edition feminized seeds (both male and female plants) of this evergreen shrub is ideal for making a refreshing coffee drink or tea blend.
Prunella vulgaris is an annual vine that produces blue-green fruity fragrance flowers that are full of flavor. These blossoms open up in the spring and bloom profusely throughout the year. The compact buds are open and long and look very attractive when planted in garden beds. A perennial, the plant blooms profusely throughout the year, pollinating in the fall. The hybrid Prunella vulgaris is a perfect specimen for planting in a sunny location close to other plants of your choice. Limited edition feminized seeds (male plants) of this vine can be used for replanting.
Honeysuckle is a shrub that produces pink flowers that are fragrant. The plant is an annual and the flowers bloom during March – June. The plant blooms profusely throughout the year and is used for landscaping as it produces resinous buds. Limited edition feminized Honeysuckle seeds (both male and female plants) are ideal for making a delicious Asian cuisine food.