DescriptiAnnual Flowers
Annual flowers grow for one season and must be replanted each year. They grow quickly, making them ideal for filling garden beds or serving as companion plants in vegetable gardens.

Key Benefits:

• Rapid growth fills spaces fast.

• Great for seasonal flower beds.

• Produce a ton of flowers

• Can be used as cut flowers to bring inside the house.

• Can be used as companion plants in vegetable gardens

Care Requirements:

• Require weekly watering, similar to vegetables.

• You need to dead head or cut off old flowers to encourage the plant to give new flowers.

• Thrive when planted directly in soil or started indoors for an early spring jump.

• Can be used in pots

Pro Tip: Save seeds from annual flowers to replant in the next growing season!on text goes here

Biennial Flowers
Biennial flowers have a two-year life cycle, growing foliage in the first year and flowering in the second year. After flowering and producing seeds, they die off. These plants are great for adding structure and staggered blooms to your garden.

Key Features:

• Year 1: Focus on foliage and root development.

• Year 2: Flowering, seed production, and completion of the life cycle.

Care Requirements:

• Provide consistent watering and nutrients during the first year to ensure strong growth.

• Protect plants during winter with mulch or coverings if needed.

Pro Tip: For continuous blooms, plant biennials every year so you always have some flowering while others are in their first year of growth.

Perennial Flowers
Perennial flowers grow and bloom year after year without needing to be replanted. While they may take longer to establish than annuals, they provide long-term beauty and are a low-maintenance option for garden beds.

Key Features:

• Return each spring after going dormant in winter.

• Develop stronger roots and larger blooms over time.

Care Requirements:

• Require less frequent replanting but benefit from seasonal care, like pruning and fertilizing.

• Water weekly during active growth, especially in dry weather.

• Divide overgrown clumps every few years to maintain health and vigor.

Pro Tip: Combine early, mid, and late-season perennials to ensure continuous blooms throughout the growing season!

Drought-Tolerant Flowers
Drought-tolerant flowers thrive in dry conditions, and require minimal watering once established. These resilient plants are perfect for water-wise gardens, xeriscaping, or areas with limited rainfall.

Key Features:

• Adapted to survive with little water.

• Often have deep roots, waxy leaves, or small foliage to conserve moisture.

• Perfect flowers for drip irrigation system

Care Requirements:

• Water sparingly; too much can harm them.

• Plant in well-drained soil and provide full sun for most varieties.

• Mulch around plants to retain soil moisture.

Pro Tip: Group drought-tolerant flowers together for a stunning, low-maintenance garden while conserving water!

You can pick up your Flowers at Peaceful Belly Farm, 20023 Hoskins Road Caldwell Idaho 83607. May 2, 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11, between the hours of noon and 5pm.

Our Flats are designed so there is something for every gardener and something for every type of pollinator. If you are new to gardening, the bee’s favorite flat is a great choose. These flowers are easy to grow and will grow in one season. Many native plants grow slowly and bloom their second year, Native plants are important to grow in our gardens, but they can be slow and tricky. Each flat is designed for different gardens and different application. All the plants in the native mix are drought tolerant and are perfect in a low water garden or landscape

Many common garden plants can be toxic to dogs if ingested, leading to symptoms ranging from mild gastrointestinal upset to severe health issues. If you have a dog that eats your garden plants, you should plant black-eyed Susan, milkweed, yarrow, and poppies in an area they cannot access. Here is a link to a great resource about all plants.

Click here to find out what plants are Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants

Yes, many of these plants do great in pots. The mix that we would recommend for pots in the Bee’s favorite mix. Just make sure your pots are at least 2 feet by 2 feet and keep them watered.

Several organizations in the Treasure Valley are dedicated to enhancing pollinator habitats and promoting ecological health.

Treasure Valley Pollinator Project

A community-wide effort led by the Ada Soil and Water Conservation District to increase pollinator habitats by encouraging residents to plant pollinator-friendly flowers and providing educational resources. 

City of Boise's Bee Watch Program

An initiative that engages community scientists in monitoring pollinator populations across various urban and open space sites, contributing to conservation research and efforts. 

Golden Eagle Audubon Society's Habitat Patch Program

Encourages community members to transform their outdoor spaces into natural habitats, supporting local wildlife and pollinators. 

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