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Goddesses vs Queens - Artemisia (Wormwood)

Goddesses vs Queens - Artemisia (Wormwood)

Posted by John Friel on May 10th 2022

Artemis, Greek goddess of the hunt, was the daughter of Zeus and twin sister of Apollo. Wielding a bow and arrow, she drove a chariot pulled by golden-horned stags.Which fails to explain why a genus of soft, silvery perennials, medicinals and annuals is named for her -- if it is: The name may actually honor Artemisia II of Anatolia (now Asia Minor), a botanist, doctor and 4th century BC queen.Whichever eponym you prefer, here are two newcomers that belong in your perennial selection. Introduce y
The A-Team Benchwarmer  (Heuchera Melting Fire)

The A-Team Benchwarmer (Heuchera Melting Fire)

Posted by John Friel on Aug 5th 2021

Nothing heats up your Heuchera selection like 'Melting Fire'. Smoldering red foliage makes it a hot property -- on the bench and in the border.Seed production means it’s an economical option compared to pricier vegetative propagated varieties. But great breeding means it’s just as gorgeous. Finally, tricky germination means you won’t find it just anywhere. But we’ve cracked that code, so you’ll find ‘Melting Fire’ on our Availability.‘Melting Fire’ has smoldering maroon leaves with strongly curl

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