Petunia

After 80 years, Veseys still growing

Veseys Seeds, based in York, Prince Edward Island, celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2019. The mail order pioneer has clearly taken root in a broad swath beyond its Atlantic Canada origins.

Starting seeds indoors

Seeds of annual flowers and vegetables are easy to germinate and grow on to seedling stage, either indoors under lights or outdoors directly in the garden. There are basic protocols for soil, light and moisture, with specific requirements applying to individual plant species.

Petunia Tidal Wave Red Velour grabs attention

Petunia Tidal Wave Red Velour is grabbing attention becuase of its glamorous colour and bold growing habit.

‘Knucklehead’ pumpkins (Photo from Veseys.com)

Beautiful pumpkins — warts and all

The arrival of seed catalogues coincides with the end of pumpkin season. Plant hybridizers now are evolving beautiful “ugly” heirloom pumpkins.