… pink snapdragons upright throughout the growing season. Cut back spent flowering stems to encourage a second flush of flowers. Flowers best in full sun locations in moderately moist, well-drained soils. Pollinators of all types are attracted to the flowers. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This tender (Zone 10) evergreen perennial grows to a height of about 3 feet with partial shade to full shade and moist soil conditions. It sporadically produces orange-colored blooms year …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… after planting in warm weather. The flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies and honey bees to the garden. Stake if planted in windy locations and enjoy the flowers in the garden or cut to enjoy indoors. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Dark pink petals grade to light pink surrounding a golden center on the blooms of Surefire hardy waterlily ( Nymphaea 'Surefire'). The dark green leaves grow to 6 inches wide in diameter by the end of the season. The cultivar tolerates cool water …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… tail ( Leonotis leonurus ) are produced at widely spaced nodes along the stem of this tall (up to 6 feet), nonhardy perennial from South Africa. Gray lanceolate leaves provide a perfect backdrop for the distinctive flowers, which attract bees, butterflies, and birds to the garden. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Plant bulbs among shrubs and perennials that will shade the roots while allowing the stem to receive full sun. Prone to nibbling from rabbits and deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Masses of bright tangerine orange flowers fade to yellow near the centers and absolutely cover the succulent green foliage during the heat of summer. A great choice for sunny areas that have a tendency to dry out frequently. Plant in full sun, very well drained soils and water during dry periods. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Join Nancy Clifton to learn a few ideas for making your own seed balls. Seed balls are small, seed-infused clay spheres used on bare soil and open areas to start plants. Originally used by guerrilla gardeners in urban vacant lots to grow plants in desolate open city areas, the concept can be used for anyone interested in …
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… Continue to plant hardy spring-flowering bulbs early this month if weather and soil conditions permit. … sand or gravel before setting in bulbs. These products help deter rodents from digging. Cut to the ground all remaining dried perennial material not intended for winter interest. Add to your compost pile. …
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… state-of-the-art lab—including all the unique seed prep equipment—and learn the multiple steps to seed banking from their arrival to long-term storage. Limited to 12 participants. Tour Guide: Dave Sollenberger, Seed Bank Manager Location: Daniel F. and …
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