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Hosta - Autumn Frost
Hosta - Autumn Frost The Hosta Autumn Frost, Hosta 'Autumn Frost', is derived from a line of champion hostas. It is a sport of First Frost, which in turn is a sport of the champion of blue hosta, Halcyon! A showier version of First Frost, ‘Autumn Frost’ has leaves that emerge a frosty blue but have” extra wide” bright yellow margins; then these margins lighten to a creamy white during summer. ‘Autumn Frost’ forms a medium sized mound and is a standout in any garden area. With unbeatable curb appeal, ‘Autumn Frost’ is a low care perennial that is ideal for tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses. A great choice for any beginner gardener! Beautiful lavender flowers appear in mid to late summer and attract hummingbirds. Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. High-filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for clean, healthy growth. Morning sun is tolerable and will help to intensify the leaf colors, but hot afternoon sun is usually deadly to hostas! You will be very pleased with the mounding habit, striking foliage, and easy care of ‘Autumn Frost’! * Low maintenance * Showy * Shade lover
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Coneflower - Magnus - Sale Price: $49.95 The Echinacea ‘Magnus’ Coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, also known as Purple Coneflower, Hedge coneflower, and Black Sampson, is an easy to grow flower. It produces beautiful deep purple daisy-like flowers that are a bit larger than the rest of its family. It was Perennial Plant of the Year in 1998, one can see why! ‘Magnus’ blooms from July to October and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees; deer resistant. It is a must for any perennial garden. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Magnus’ stands 3’ high with a plant spread of 18-24”. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. The sturdy stems carry the blossoms from midsummer to fall. The coneflower is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. It is a great choice for cut flowers, and it adds a wilderness look to your garden. ‘Magnus’ usually reblooms without deadheading, but if spent flowers are removed, this procedure will encourage continued beautiful blooms and improves general appearance. This coneflower keeps coming all summer on tall plants with excellent branching. If you leave some spent blooms on the plants in fall their seeds provide winter food for birds. You can enjoy the dried seed heads as well, because they will provide architectural interest in the winter. ‘Magnus’ will give you weeks of dependable color, and it provides a striking display with its dark foliage and deep purple flowers! * Dark foliage * Long blooming * Easy to grow |
| Hosta - Dream Weaver - Sale Price: $39.95 Hosta Dream Weaver, Hosta 'Dream Weaver', is a choice sport of the very popular Hosta 'Great Expectations'. The large, distinctive leaves have thick substance and very wide 3 blue-green margins that make a dramatic contrast against the creamy white leaf centers. 'Dream Weaver' is lightly cupped, lightly corrugated and has thick substance. A gorgeous hosta, and the creamy white flowers are just the icing on the cake with this one! It forms a generous mound that really stands out from the rest. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions. Hostas grow best in moist, well-drained, highly organic soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.5. Sandy loam is better than clay because it provides more aeration for the roots. High-filtered or dappled sunlight is necessary for clean, healthy growth. Morning sun is tolerable and will help to intensify the leaf colors, but hot afternoon sun is usually deadly to hostas! 'Dream Weaver' is most at home in shady, woodland settings and often works well as specimen or edging plant. 'Dream Weaver' will become a favorite since it makes a grand statement wherever it is planted! * Low maintenance * Versatile * Large leaves |
| Coral Bells - Midnight Bayou - Sale Price: $39.95 Heuchera Midnight Bayou (Coral Bell), Heuchera 'Midnight Bayou', offers a fabulous four season interest! ‘Midnight Bayou’ first appears as a compact mound with ruffled lobed red-purple leaves; leaves have dark veins. Then the leaf color changes with the season from red purple to silver purple in the fall. Dainty spikes of pink bell-shaped flowers rise above the foliage from late spring to summer. Like most coral bells, its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front; should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. Cold and drought tolerant and withstanding heat and humidity, nothing seems to phase this plant. But to keep ‘Midnight Bayou’ looking its best, be sure to water in hot, dry weather, giving the plant about one inch of water per week. Heuchera adds a bit of flavor to any perennial garden with its texture, vigor, and vibrant color. Attracting butterflies and hummingbirds, 'Midnight Bayou’ will surely become a “must have” plant for your borders, containers or mass plantings! Heat and humidity tolerant Dense foliage Four season interest |
| Heucherella - Stoplight - Sale Price: $42.75 Heucherella Stoplight, Heucherella 'Stoplight' (PP#16,835), will cause you to stop momentarily to admire its colorful beauty in your landscape! The radiant yellow leaves of Heucherella 'Stoplight' have a large, dark red blotch in the center which feathers out through the veins. It is an improved version of Heucherella 'Sunspot' (PP#14,825). Attractive spires of white flowers appear in late spring through early summer. Foamy bells are fairly compact and work well as a clump-forming groundcover. When you cross heuchera with tiarella, two hardy stalwarts of the shade garden, you get heucherella, another good plant that does well in shade. Like its two parents, it's all about the foliage with heucherella! 'Stoplight' Heucherella plants make themselves at home in moist but well-drained, organic-enriched soils. They are a mainstay of vibrant shade borders and fine containers; beloved because they are so easy to grow and their large, colorful leaves are far longer-lasting than any blooms. 'Stoplight' is attractive to hummingbirds and rarely troubled by deer. It is a low maintenance perennial that tolerates high heat and humidity. It surely will be a hit when planted in mass as a ground cover or in groups; also does well in rock gardens, borders, and open woodland gardens. 'Stoplight' is a foamy bell that is easy to grow and has become incredibly popular in landscapes. * Heat and humidity tolerant * Vigorous grower * Low maintenance |
| Coneflower - Harvest Moon - Sale Price: $42.75 The Coneflower 'Harvest Moon', 'Echinacea 'Harvest Moon' PPAF', is one of the newest on the market today. This Echinacea has a plant height of 24 and a plant spread of 18-24. As part of the Big Sky Series, 'Harvest Moon' is a great addition in any perennial garden. For best growing results, plant in full sun. The deep golden-yellow petals have an orange cone with 4 fragrant flowers and will bloom from June to August. 'Harvest Moon' is hardy and a vigorous grower and ideal for cutting. Protected by Plant Breeder's Rights - propagation prohibited. Divide clumps when they become overcrowded (about every 4 years. 'Harvest Moon' usually reblooms without deadheading, but if spent flowers are removed, this procedure will encourage continued beautiful blooms and improves general appearance. This coneflower keeps coming all summer on tall plants with excellent branching; deer resistant. If you leave some spent blooms on the plants in fall their seeds provide winter food for birds. You can enjoy the dried seed heads as well, because they will provide architectural interest in the winter. 'Harvest Moon' will give you weeks of color with its outstanding deep golden yellow color. It is a perfect companion for late-blooming sedums and colorful ornamental grasses. * Fragrant * Hardy * Long lasting blooms |
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