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The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. Tropical Flair in a Cold Hardy Perennial The Crocosmia Lucifer, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful red flowers.

Ice Ballet prefers to be planted in full sun and needs well drained soil. Growing up to 36" tall, you'll love the snow white flowers. Excellent for use in dried flower arrangements.

New plumes are continuously displayed all summer long and gently sway in the slightest breeze. Purple Plumes All Summer Karley Rose Grass, Pennisetum orientale 'Karley Rose' (PP#12,909), displays clouds of smoky rose-purple flowers which burst into color...

Light frosts seem to have no effect, but plants cannot endure a hard freeze. The colored types seem to appreciate a bit more shade than the white selections. Most people seem to enjoy this scent, but others find it too overpowering or even offensive.

Watch for and control aphids with sprays of insecticidal soap or other appropriate controls, and stake tall plant if needed.Several series are available in a wide range of colors. To get the most of cut snaps, select full flower heads that show no sign...

Avoid watering with an overhead sprinkler in the afternoon or evening. Grow them just for the beauty they provide in the flower bed, or hide them out back and grow them just for cutting and using in floral crafts.

The rose was discovered as a mutation of a China rose prior to 1856 and little else is known about its beginnings. Blossoms have a stark white, slightly raised center trimmed by spring green petals and as they unfurl, the blooms showcase bright yellow...

Bells-of-Ireland is an old-fashioned garden favorite with a showy, quirky appearance. The seeds require light to germinate, so leave them only lightly covered with soil. Space plants 9 to 12 inches apart.For best results in preparing bells-of-Ireland...

By itself, 'Envy' is not overly striking, but throw it into a patch of ‘regular' Zinnias and this one could stop someone in their tracks.Bells of Ireland is an obvious one when thinking of green flowers.

But you can find a few Narcissus varieties with surprising touches of green in the flower.blooms. Both types of nicotiana prefer a sunny to mostly sunny spot.offers handsome grey-green foliage all season long, thriving in zones 3-8.

Even the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights are printed on hemp paper and first U.S. flag, sewn by Betsy Ross, was made of hemp cloth.There are basically two types of hemp. I enjoy hearing from my readers!

We put them into vase after vase and jar after jar, until there were bouquets of daisies in every room of the house.I've never understood why florists prefer bold Shasta Daisies to the wilder, more delicate charm of Ox-Eyes.My mother wanted Ox-Eye Daisies...

I am not sure why, but according to folklore, the plant was used centuries ago to treat inflammations of the eyes. Some even took up residence in the back of our vegetable garden. Long grayish-green leaves are alternate, lance shaped and downy like the...

This graceful mid-spring bloomer is fragrant and virtually carefree.Lily of the valley is traditionally treasured in bridal bouquets for its white, bell shaped flowers, heavenly scent, and its longevity when cut.Roses might be the most recognizable flower...

Research has shown that edible flowers have been used by the Roman, Chinese, Middle Eastern and Indian cultures as far back as 25 BC. Edible flowers have been used for hundreds of years as flavoring and garnishes.

For the longest cut flower life, you should avoid exposing bouquets containing black-eyed Susan to ethylene sources such as ripening fruit.Most of the 25 types of rudbeckia are native to the East and Midwest, but many are now found naturalized throughout...

I planted white 'Thalia' daffodils, which bloom later than standard yellow ones, and increase yearly.The poet, William Wordsworth (1770-1850) famously wrote of "crowds" of daffodils (above), but I think more in terms of gangs of daffodils.

Antique flower varieties are as popular as antique furniture. Each garden has its own soil type. More commonly called heirloom flowers they are easily obtainable at garden centers, on the internet and by mail-order.Perhaps you long to add a touch of reminiscence...

If I followed my every plant purchasing impulse, I would have to get a real job. Here's what I did with my- Indoor plants and tropicals come and go; you might find one suffering from mild mistreatment or leaf loss.

There are many with red leaves that would be perfect for under planting various species. The next time you're out plant shopping and see a pretty petal, try asking yourself, is it time for "A Red Garden?" Yes, yes it is!Try adding some blue (or another...

Some years we are swimming and have standing water in parts of my garden, but in other years the soil will be so dry even with my adding water the soil will crack and make deep crevices.

What is it that inspires the love of a particular flower or plant? Deciding to be content with just looking, I spent a considerable amount of time searching for them in the wide open field and that is where they found me when the game was over and the...

Produces lavish show of rich, mind-spinning, golden-yellow, daisylike double flowers. It asks for lots of sun and little water. Peak performer with trailing stems is impressive in the front of the border, gilding a hanging basket or two, and mingling...

With green to gray leaves and a love of the summer heat, this is a great plant for the summer garden. The colors and smells can be intoxicating in the flower garden. The tall flowers no longer come in simple yellow heads! The reds, browns, oranges, white,...

It is described as "carefree, heat loving and drought tolerant" which "loves the sun and thrives in tough conditions, all summer long." G. Then, in cooperation with 28 highly respected public gardens throughout the United States, we present the entries...

Weak trailing stems make them ideal for hanging baskets and other containers as the stems will cascade over the sides. Wishbone flower prefers fertile soil, so add a bit of high potassium fertilizer every month or so to encourage abundant flowers.

The best plant to have in the landscape bed around the house in fall and during the winter months. They will burst in color early in the spring and keep color into early summer. Perfect companion of spring flowering bulbs.