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Astilbe - Visions in Red
Astilbe - Visions in Red The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Red PP#119, 'Chinensis Visions', produces rusty maroon red flowers that are tinted with a faint rosy tone that is ever-changing as the flower plume matures throughout the spring. The spectacular upright rigid plumes grow on amazingly sturdy stems. The ‘Visions in Red’ plumes offer a striking contrast against the coarsely textured, blue-green foliage. These spring blooming beauties are ideal for borders, containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands. Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes. The summer lacy deep green foliage adds a ferny texture to garden beds long after the blooms have faded. For maximum color and impact, mass ‘Red Visions’ astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens Astilbe needs well drained, but moist and highly organic soil; humusy forest gardens are a perfect example of where these plants will thrive. Drifts of this ‘Visions in Red’ Astilbe are stunning as the deep red buds open purplish-red. Pair with other white blooming shade plants like Japanese Orchids or Peonies. * Upright plumes * Attractive foliage * Easy to grow
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| Marliacea Carnea Water Lily - Sale Price: $29.95 The faint blush pink of the flowers look almost white on first glance. This outstanding ‘Marliacea Carnea’ water lily is suited to any size pond, particularly medium to large ponds. It even tends to bloom in partially shaded ponds! This free-flowering variety was hybridized by Latour-Marliac Nurseries in 1880, and it is still considered one of their finest creations. It needs plenty of space to grow, so makes an excellent choice for a lake or large, deep, wildlife pond. Its dark green leaves create a shady underwater habitat for native fish and amphibians. The faint pink flowers are 4-5 inches wide, the leaves are 7-8 inches wide, and the overall plant spread is 4-5 feet. Blooming from June to September, the showy, vanilla-scented, semi-double, pale pink flowers with golden-yellow centers are a colorful addition to any pond! We recommend growing this water lily in a 7.5 quart or larger container (available from naturehills.com). Also available from naturehills.com is Aquatic Planting Media and Lilytabs Water Lily Fertilizer. Cannot be shipped to: CA, MT, OR, WA or WY. * Vigorous grower * Part shade * Fragrant |
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