The Bloom Box

WHAT IS IT?

A thoughtfully curated gift box filled with 3 plant starts, one packet of mixed cut flower seeds, a $50 gift card and blank note card to add your personal note.  The perfect gift for Mother's Day, birthday or any occasion for that flower loving someone.  Plant starts will be ready to go straight into the ground, however, we suggest planting after your last frost date which for those of us in the Cedar Rapids, Ia area (Zone 5) is on or around May 15th.  Approx. 25 seeds included.

PLANT START VARIETIES AVAILABLE

Zinnia

Dahlia

Aster

Snap Dragons

Strawflower

Scabiosa

SEEDS VARIETIES MAY INCLUDE

Zinnia

Dahlia

Cottage Garden Mix

REQUIREMENTS

Your plants prefer full sun, be sure to place in an area that receives 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day.  Plant Starts can go in the ground after your first frost date, which is typically around May 15th for our growing zone 5a/b.

Prepare your soil: remove any debris and loosen the soil, add compost if needed.

Plants can be spaced anywhere from 3 to 6 inches apart.

Your plants will require about 1 inch of water per week.  Keep an eye out for droopy or dried leaves.  Don't over water.  If you notice leaves turning yellow, you may be watering them too much.

To encourage more blooms per plant, you'll want to pinch the top 2-3 inches off your seedlings once they reach 8-12 inches tall.  Fun Fact:  You can take that pinched top and place it in some soil (I suggest a seed tray or seed pot filled with potting soil, or any unused takeout food container will do) and it will eventually root, doubling the amount of plants for free!

Once your plants start producing blooms you'll want to cut frequently to encourage continued blooms throughout the growing season.

Some plants such as Cosmos and Dahlias may require staking as they mature to prevent their long stems from flopping over.

Enjoy all summer long!

THE FINE PRINT

The Bloom Box cannot be shipped.  The Bloom Box can be purchased between April 1st and July 1st. We do not guarantee what colors or varieties will be available but will try to accomodate requests depending on availability.  Our delivery area is limited to a 15 mile radius from our farm. Please contact us to determine delivery availability to your address.  You will receive an email to arrange pick up or delivery.

Refunds are not available once your order has been placed.  Plant starts take several weeks to grow and are placed on reserve just for you once your order has been placed.