Swallowtail Paradise Kit

Species Origin: Native to the Mediterranean
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Suitable for Both Cool and Warm Seasons
Life Cycle: Annual, Biennial, or Tender Perennial
USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: Up to 48 Inches
Color: Yellow and Green
Bloom Season: Early Summer through Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Releases an Aromatic Fragrance, Resistant to Deer

Dill
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: Zones 2-11.
US Regions: Dill can be grown in a wide range of regions across the United States, making it a versatile herb that can thrive in various climates.
Stratification: Dill seeds do not require stratification. They can be sown directly in the garden or in pots indoors and then transplanted.
Germination Ease: Easy. Dill seeds are known for their ease of germination and rapid growth.
Sunlight: Full sun. Dill thrives in full sunlight, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sun per day.
Height: Dill plants typically reach a height of 2 to 3 feet (approximately 0.6 to 0.9 meters).
Color: Dill produces feathery, green foliage and small yellow flowers when it bolts (goes to seed). The primary culinary part of the plant is the leaves.
Bloom Season: Dill can bolt and produce flowers in the summer, and the flowers are small and yellow. However, the main use of dill in gardening and cooking is the leaves rather than the flowers.
Uses: Dill is a versatile herb used for its aromatic and flavorful foliage. It's commonly used to season a variety of dishes, including pickles, salads, seafood, and more. Dill is also used in dill pickles, where the seeds and leaves are added to pickling solutions for flavor. Additionally, dill is sometimes grown as a host plant for swallowtail butterflies, as it serves as a food source for their caterpillars.

Zinnia, Coral
Life Cycle: Annual
Sow: Zinnia, Coral seeds can be sown directly in the garden after the last frost date in your area. They can also be started indoors 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost for earlier blooms.
USDA Zones: Zinnia, Coral is typically grown as an annual and is well-suited to USDA Zones 3-10.
US Regions: Zinnia, Coral can be grown in a variety of regions across the United States. They are adaptable and can thrive in different climates.
Stratification: Zinnia seeds do not require stratification.
Germination Ease: Easy. Zinnia seeds are known for their ease of germination.
Sunlight: Full sun. Zinnias thrive in full sunlight and require at least 6-8 hours of direct sun per day.
Height: Zinnia, Coral typically reaches a height of about 24 to 30 inches (approximately 61 to 76 centimeters).
Color: The flowers of Zinnia, Coral are typically coral in color, creating a striking appearance.
Bloom Season: Zinnia, Coral typically blooms from early summer to the first frost in fall, providing continuous, vibrant coral-colored blooms.
Uses: Zinnia, Coral is a popular annual flower used in gardens and landscapes for its bright and eye-catching coral-colored flowers. They are commonly grown in flower beds, borders, containers, and as cut flowers for bouquets. Zinnias are attractive to pollinators, making them a valuable addition to wildlife gardens as well.

Swamp Milkweed
Life Cycle: Perennial
Sow: Swamp Milkweed seeds can be sown in the spring or fall, depending on your local climate. You can start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date in your area or sow them directly in the garden. When planting seeds directly outdoors, do so in late fall or early spring.
USDA Zones: Swamp Milkweed (Asclepias incarnata) 2-11
US Regions: Swamp Milkweed can be found in a variety of regions across the United States, particularly in the central and eastern parts of the country.
Stratification: While Swamp Milkweed seeds do not typically require stratification, you can cold-stratify the seeds if desired. To do so, place the seeds in a moist medium and refrigerate them for several weeks before planting. This can help improve germination rates.
Germination Ease: Moderate. Swamp Milkweed seeds can germinate without stratification, but cold treatment can enhance germination rates, especially for certain varieties.
Sunlight: Swamp Milkweed generally prefers full sun but can tolerate some light shade, particularly in hot climates.
Height: Swamp Milkweed typically reaches a height of 3 to 5 feet (approximately 0.9 to 1.5 meters), depending on growing conditions and variety.
Color: The flowers of Swamp Milkweed are typically a lovely shade of pink, creating an attractive appearance.
Bloom Season: Swamp Milkweed usually blooms in mid to late summer, producing clusters of pink flowers. It is a valuable nectar source for pollinators during this time.
Uses: Swamp Milkweed is an important native plant for wildlife gardens and pollinator habitats. It serves as a host plant for monarch butterflies and provides nectar for other pollinators. It's often grown in rain gardens and wetland areas, and its striking pink flowers add beauty to the landscape.