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This sweet illustrated, craft-look, bouquet wildflower mix seed packet is perfect for welcoming that blooming little babe into the world.
Use our packet as a gender-neutral baby shower plant favor for guests. Contains our Bouquet Wildflower Mix, which is easy to maintain and provides beautiful blooms—great for making floral arrangements.
Quote on front:
"Plant these seeds and watch them bloom, just like our baby who will be here soon."
Write your own special personalized custom message on the back of the packet in the space provided. It could be shower invitation information like date time and location, a birth announcement with dates and baby's name, or anything you like!
Packets measure 3 ¼” x 4 ½”
Planting Directions: Prepare a bed of loose soil. Sprinkle seeds in prepared area and cover loosely with soil. Keep the area moist until the plants are about 6" tall. It really is that easy!
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: annual/perennial mix
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Sun Requirement: Full Sun
- Depth: 0.25"
- Bloom Season: early summer to fall
- Height: varies
- Uses: Bee Feed, Butterfly Feed, Pollinator Garden, Wildflower garden, border garden
- Low Maintenance: yes
- Packet Weight: 400 mg
- Seeds Per Packet: 210-220
Mix Breakdown
Varieties Included: Painted Daisy, Rocket 'Imperial Mix' Larkspur, Single Mix China Aster, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos, Lance Leaved Coreopsis, Sulphur 'Bright Lights Mix' Cosmos, Purple Coneflower, Blanketflower, 'Alaska' Shasta Daisy, Sweet William Pinks, Bishop's Flower, Clarkia, Gloriosa Daisy, Mexican Hat, Plains Coreopsis.
Scientific Names: Chrysanthemum carinatum, Mixed Delphinium consolida, Callistephus chinensis, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos bipinnatus, Coreopsis lanceolata, Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights Mix', Echinacea purpurea, Gaillardia aristata, Chrysanthemum maximum 'Alaska', Dianthus barbatus, Ammi majus, Clarkia unguiculata, Rudbeckia hirta gloriosa Ratibida columnifera (Mexican Hat), Coreopsis tinctoria
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Such a great beneficial plant to have fresh from the garden! Cold-hardy with dark leaves, this spinach is delicious and packed with nutrients.
Growing Instructions:
As soon as the soil can be prepared, plant seeds 1/4" deep. Thin the seedlings to 12" apart. The seedlings removed during thinning are considered baby spinach and are delicious. Plant in early spring and again in fall, about 2 months before the first frost. When plants begin to produce a central stem with flower heads (bolting), pull them up and discard. This spinach is also great for container gardening.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 1 1/2 months
- Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
- Spacing: 12" apart
- Depth: 1/2"
- 225-230 Seeds Per Packet
- Seeds/Oz: 2100
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 45°F-60°F
- Sowing Method: Direct
Uses:
This spinach is perfect for fresh salads, sautéing, or adding to smoothies. Its dark, nutritious leaves are a great addition to many dishes.
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1826
- Plant Scientific Name: Spinacia oleracea
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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Oh, lovely sweet melon! Hales Best Cantaloupe is one of the best-known melons and is very productive.
Growing Instructions:
- Cantaloupe seeds from Bentley Seed can be started indoors 4 weeks before the last frost or directly sown outdoors after the soil has warmed.
- When transplanting outdoors, do not disturb the roots.
- Plant in soil mounds or hills, and thin to 2 of the best plants per hill.
- Using a good-quality garden fertilizer of your choice, following the manufacturer's directions, will increase your yields.
- Water during hot, dry periods.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
- Sun Requirement: full sun
- Spacing: 24" apart
- Depth: 1/2 inch
- 35-40 Cantaloupe Seeds Per Packet
- Seeds/Oz: 850
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 75-85°F
- Sowing Method: Transplant
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1923 Heirloom
- Plant Scientific Name: Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
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Kentucky Wonder Pole Bean seeds have been producing hearty, flavorful beans for generations. Bentley Seeds’ Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans are tall, vigorous, and highly productive.
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
Growing Instructions:
- Plant seeds in rows 3 feet apart after the danger of frost has passed.
- Seeds should be planted about 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart.
- Kentucky Wonder Pole Beans are climbers and require support. Be sure to provide a trellis, poles, or a fence for them to climb.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 2 months
- Sun Requirement: Full sun
- Spacing: 2" apart
- Planting Depth: 1 inch
- Seeds Per Packet: 20-25
- Seeds Per Ounce: 100
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
- Sowing Method: Direct sow
Uses:
- Hearty, flavorful beans perfect for cooking and salads.
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1850
- Plant Scientific Name: Phaseolus vulgaris
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The ideal parsley choice for cooking and drying. Does well in containers both inside and outside!
Growing Instructions:
Start inside about 4 weeks before the last frost date. Transfer to containers or garden 6" apart.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Biennial
- Time to Maturity: About 1 month
- Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
- Spacing: 6" apart
- Depth: 1/4 inch
- 365-370 seeds per packet
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Height: 8-14"
- Seeds/Oz: 12,500
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
- Sowing Method: Transplant
Uses:
Edible, container, dried
Additional Information:
- Plant Scientific Name: Petroselinum crispum
- Seed Count: Approx. 335 seeds per 500mg
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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Bring one of the loveliest scents to your garden with our lavender seeds for sale! For hundreds of years, this herb has been used for everything from soothing insomnia to flavoring favorite desserts.
Growing Instructions:
Cold stratify lavender seeds by placing them in moist soil and refrigerating for 3-6 weeks. Plant lavender in full sun and well-drained soil (add organic matter to improve heavy soils). Water plants deeply but infrequently, when the soil is almost dry. Plants grow 20-30 inches tall. Prune in early spring or at harvest time. For low-growing varieties, trim back foliage 1 to 2 inches.
Harvest: 2.5 months, but it comes back.
Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Time to Maturity: 2.5 months, but it comes back
Sun Requirement: Full sun
Spacing: 1'-3'
Depth: 1/2"
325-350 Seeds Per Packet
Uses:
Perfect for teas, soaps, and essential oils.
Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Brassica oleracea
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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Wholesome and beneficial, Detroit Red Beets offer superb taste and heart health benefits, making them a great addition to your garden!
Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
Growing Instructions:
- Plant seeds in deep, moist, rich soil.
- Cover lightly with soil and water evenly.
- Thin seedlings when they are 3-4 inches tall.
- Plant from spring to fall for a continuous harvest.
- The thinned greens can be eaten—treat them as you would spinach.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 3.5 months
- Sun Requirement: Full sun
- Spacing: 2" apart
- Planting Depth: 1/2 inch
- Seeds Per Packet: 175-185
- Seeds Per Ounce: 1,500
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 60°F
- Sowing Method: Direct sow
Uses:
- Great for cooking.
- Rich in vitamins and minerals with excellent health benefits.
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1982
- Plant Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
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Compact and mild, Danvers Half Long carrots are the perfect variety for growing, storing, and eating!
Growing Instructions:
- Seeds can be planted 1/2 inch deep in the spring and again in midsummer for a second fall harvest.
- Thin seedlings to 2" apart.
- Planting Bentley Seeds Danvers Half Long Carrot Seeds in raised beds or containers is ideal to increase your yield and produce more uniform carrots.
- Be sure that your soil is as free as possible of stones.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: about 2 1/2 months
- Sun Requirement: full sun
- Spacing: 2" apart
- Depth: 1/2 inch
- 700-705 Seeds Per Packet
- Seeds/Oz: 20,000
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 55-70°F
- Sowing Method: Direct
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1870 Heirloom
- Plant Scientific Name: Daucus carota subsp. sativus
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Oregano is a must-have for the kitchen, adding classic flavor to Italian and Greek dishes. In addition to its culinary uses, our oregano seeds also produce attractive light purple flowers and have many therapeutic benefits.
Growing Instructions:
To start indoors, plant seeds 1/4 inch deep in a starting mix 6 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant 8" apart after the danger of frost has passed. To start outdoors, plant in late spring when the danger of frost has passed, and thin to 8" apart. Oregano is great for both containers and gardens.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Perennial
- Time to Maturity: Harvest as needed
- Sun Requirement: Sun
- Spacing: 8" apart
- Depth: 1/8 inch
- 1200-1210 seeds per packet
- Low Maintenance: Yes
- Seeds/Oz: 125,000
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 65°F
- Sowing Method: Direct
- Bloom Season: Summer
- Height: 18 inches
Uses:
Edible, medicinal, and perfect for containers. Can be used fresh or dried.
Additional Information:
- Plant Scientific Name: Origanum vulgare
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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Mammoth Sunflower Thank You Gift/Tag/Favor
Everyone loves sunflowers and the bigger the better! Our Mammoth Sunflower packets are a delight to gift and a delight to receive. A perfect “Thank You” tucked into a greeting card, a bouquet or a gardeners’ basket! Pretty packaging is eco-friendly and printed with soy-based inks. Plus, birds, butterflies and bees love sunflowers, too, so growing them is good for our essential pollinators. Truly a gift of gratitude that keeps on giving!
GROW GOOD THINGS: At Bentley Seeds, we pride ourselves on providing consistent and high-quality flower seeds. Bentley Seed Co. offers multiple packet sizes, paper choices, and many seed varieties to accommodate any event. All of our favor packets comply with USDA and all 50 States Dept. of Agriculture guidelines.
Planting Directions -
Press seeds 1/2 inch deep into loose soil. Water. Sit back and enjoy!
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: annual
- Time to Maturity: 75-90 days
- Sun Requirement: sun
- Spacing: 24" apart
- Depth: 1/2"
- Bloom Season: mid to late summer
- Height: 9' - 12'
- Uses: Cut flowers, edible seed, great for children
- Low Maintenance : yes
- Packet Weight: 2G
- 20-25 Seeds Per Sunflower Seed Packet
- Sowing Method: Direct
- Plant Scientific Name: Helianthus
- Seeds per packet: 20-30
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The California Wonder bell pepper is a standard for your garden! Nicely sized and versatile for cooking, freezing, or enjoying fresh. These peppers can be harvested at the green stage or allowed to ripen for a few weeks to turn red. Both colors are delicious!
Growing Instructions:
- Start Bentley Seed California Wonder pepper seeds inside about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date.
- When the first set of true leaves appear, transplant to 2" pots.
- After frost has passed, transplant outside in either garden beds or larger containers.
- Peppers like to be warm, so be sure to keep the roots mulched.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months
- Sun Requirement: Sun
- Spacing: 12" apart
- Depth: 1/4 inch
- Seeds/Oz: 5000
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
- Sowing Method: Transplant
Uses:
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1928 Heirloom
- Plant Scientific Name: Capsicum
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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A culinary staple for any style of cooking, thyme is happy to grow in containers or garden beds. It's also great for rock gardens!
Growing Instructions:
Start indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. After the frost has passed, transplant to the garden 8" apart. Great for use as a border!
Seed Information:
Lifecycle: Perennial
Time to Maturity: Harvest as needed
Sun Requirement: Sun/part shade
Spacing: 8"
Depth: 1/4 inch
620-625 Seeds Per Packet
Bloom Season: Summer
Height: 12-18 inches
Low Maintenance: Yes
Seeds/Oz: 100,000
Ideal Germination Temperature: 70°F
Sowing Method: Transplant
Uses:
Edible, border, rock garden, flower, pest control, container
Additional Information:
Plant Scientific Name: Thymus vulgaris
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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The classic sunflower! Tall with big blooms! High as the sky.
Plus it produces lots of yummy, healthy seeds… but can you get them before the birds do?
Sow when danger of frost has passed. Cover seed 1/2" deep in prepared soil and pack down firmly. When plants are 3" tall, thin to 18-24" apart. Water during dry periods. Full sun is best.
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: annual
- Time to Maturity: 75-90 days
- Sun Requirement: full sun
- Spacing: 24" apart
- Depth: 1/2"
- 45-55 Seeds Per Packet
- Bloom Season: mid to late summer
- Height: 9' - 12'
- Uses: Cut flowers, edible seed, great for children
- Low Maintenance : yes
- Seeds/Oz: 190
- Sowing Method: Direct
- Plant Scientific Name: Helianthus
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A dramatic dark design with a bright butterfly and flowers. Help the butterflies is a great message to share!
A kaleidoscope of butterflies will flock to your flower garden when you plant this exquisite mix of pollinator-supporting seeds. Scandinavian style design. Our exclusive seed combination has been specially created to supply fundamental nectar and pollen and provide shade, shelter and habitat for butterflies, bees and other essential pollinators. Share the love and use these pretty packets as a favor for all your special events!
Use the space provided on the back of the packet to write your own personalized message, or even place a label sticker with your preprinted logo and contact info on it!
Pollinator Mix Wildflower Planting Directions -
Prepare a bed of loose soil. Sprinkle seeds in prepared area and cover loosely with soil. Keep the area moist until the plants are about 6" tall. It really is that easy!
SEED INFORMATION:
- Lifecycle: annual/perennial mix
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Sun Requirement: Full Sun
- Depth: 0.25"
- Bloom Season: early summer to fall
- Height: varies
- Uses: Bee Feed, Butterfly Feed, Pollinator Garden
- Low Maintenance : yes
- Packet Weight: 400 mg
- Seeds Per Packet: 210-220
Packet size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
Varieties Included: Painted Daisy, Rocket 'Imperial Mix' Larkspur, Single Mix China Aster, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos, Lance Leaved Coreopsis, Sulphur 'Bright Lights Mix' Cosmos, Purple Coneflower, Blanketflower, 'Alaska' Shasta Daisy, Sweet William Pinks, Bishop's Flower, Clarkia, Gloriosa Daisy, Mexican Hat, Plains Coreopsis.
Scientific Names: Chrysanthemum carinatum, Mixed Delphinium consolida, Callistephus chinensis, Dwarf Mixed Cosmos bipinnatus, Coreopsis lanceolata, Cosmos sulphureus 'Bright Lights Mix', Echinacea purpurea, Gaillardia aristata, Chrysanthemum maximum 'Alaska', Dianthus barbatus, Ammi majus, Clarkia unguiculata, Rudbeckia hirta gloriosa Ratibida columnifera (Mexican Hat), Coreopsis tinctoria
Here at Bentley Seed, we only fill our seed packets with the freshest crop NON-GMO seed in our 3rd generation family-owned small business in upstate NY! Our packets are hand-picked for you!
Use the space provided on the back of the packet to write your own personalized message, or even place a label sticker with your preprinted logo and contact info on it!
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The classic watermelon, sporting a dark and light green striped skin with a red, flavorful flesh. The oval fruit typically measures about 10" to 12".
Growing Instructions:
Seeds can be started indoors about 4 weeks before the last frost. When spring weather has been consistently warm, transplant to rows or hills. Alternatively, plant seeds 36" apart outside, 2 weeks after the last frost in rows or hills. If possible, water during extended dry periods.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 3 months
- Sun Requirement: Sun
- Spacing: 36" apart
- Depth: 1 inch
- 40-50 seeds per packet
- Seeds/Oz: 400
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 80°F
- Sowing Method: Transplant or Direct
Uses:
Watermelons are perfect for fresh eating, enjoying their sweet and refreshing flavor.
Additional Information:
- Heirloom Year: 1964
- Plant Scientific Name: Citrullus lanatus
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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Add a spicy, nutty twist to your salad mix with arugula! The white flowers are also edible and offer a unique flavor.
Planting Instructions:
- Plant arugula seeds in a prepared container or garden bed in early spring
- Baby greens can be harvested in as little as 20 days.
- Arugula flowers are edible, too.
- Bulk arugula seeds are also available for purchase.
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
- Lifecycle: Annual
- Time to Maturity: Approximately 1 month
- Sun Requirement: Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 8" apart
- Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
- Seeds Per Packet: 320-325
- Bloom Season: N/A
- Height: Leafy plants grow 6 to 12 inches during the harvest stage
Uses:
Edible, container planting, salad mix
Additional Information:
- Low Maintenance: Yes
- Plant Scientific Name: Eruca vesicaria ssp. sativa
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The classic, floral design on this Forget Me Not flower packet can be used for many different occasions.
Perfect to use for memorials, save the dates or just about anything you don't want someone to forget! Forget-me-nots are easy to grow and a favorite amongst gardeners! You can also have your Forget-Me-Not seed packets personalized for a celebration of life favor, reminder, and more.
Planting Directions -
Plant seeds inside about 8 weeks before last frost date. Cover lightly, keep moist and keep in the dark for germination. Transplant seedlings into cell packs or containers and move to the light. Can also be planted outside after frost in prepared bed. Starting inside is recommended. Keep stems pinched back to promote bushiness.
SEED INFORMATION:
- Lifecycle: biennial
- Time to Maturity: 10-12 Weeks
- Sun Requirement: sun/part shade
- Spacing: 6" apart
- Depth: 1/4"
- Seeds Per Packet: 70-80
- Bloom Season: summer
- Height: 20" - 24"
- Uses: cut flowers, containers, garden bed, memorial garden, attracts bees
- Low Maintenance: yes
- Sowing Method: Direct Sow
- Plant Scientific Name: Cynoglossum amabile
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A favorite of ours for over 40 years due to its hearty flavor and disease resistance, the Ace 55 Tomato is a great classic. It produces a midsize fruit, perfect for various culinary uses.
Growing Instructions:
Start Ace 55 Tomato seeds indoors about 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Transplant the seedlings to a prepared garden bed or container after the danger of frost has passed. These tomato plants become bushy and require support from cages or a trellis.
Seed Information:
- Lifecycle: Annual (vegetable)
- Time to Maturity: About 2 1/2 months
- Sun Requirement: Sun
- Spacing: 24" apart
- Depth: 1/4 inch
- 160-165 Seeds Per Packet
- Seeds/Oz: 7500
- Ideal Germination Temperature: 75°F
- Sowing Method: Transplant
Uses:
Ace 55 Tomatoes are great for fresh eating, sandwiches, salsas, or any dish that requires a hearty, flavorful tomato.
Additional Information:
- Plant Scientific Name: Solanum lycopersicum
- Seed Count: Approx. 160 seeds per 300 mg
- Packet Size: 3 ¼" x 4 ½"
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