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Carex Takes the Bronze — And Steals the Show

Carex Takes the Bronze — And Steals the Show

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Jul 31st 2025

If there were an Olympics of gardening, bronze would be as good as gold. We're giving a standing ovation to our favorite champions, all from the endlessly adaptable, grass-like genus Carex. These bronze-toned beauties bring movement, texture, and that perfect warm glow to any winning garden. Carex tenuiculmis 'Cappuccino' Gracefully arching, the slender, mocha latte colored foliage creates attractive mounds. Moisture tolerant, interesting foliage flickers with orange and raspberry col
Summer Bloomin', Heat Lovin', - Ruellia Ragin' Cajun™

Summer Bloomin', Heat Lovin', - Ruellia Ragin' Cajun™

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Apr 23rd 2025

Ragin' Cajun won a Flameproof Award at Dallas Arboretum, where they know a thing or two about the heat. Ragin' Cajun™ is a tough little plant that's easy to grow and holds up well through summer heat and humidity. The low growth habit makes this Texas petunia a nice candidate for both flowerbeds and containers. Fruit-punch red flowers are a burst of vibrant color. These eye-catching blooms float on wispy stems over bright green foliage. Common Name: Texas Petunia Mature height
Bring the Heat with Warm Season Grasses - Miscanthus

Bring the Heat with Warm Season Grasses - Miscanthus

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Aug 8th 2024

Warm-season grasses respond enthusiastically to longer days and warm soils. They shine brightest through summer and fall, finishing fast with little care.MiscanthusAvailable in various sizes, colors, and variegations, ranging from statuesque x.Giganteus to the purr-fectly compact 'Little Kitten'.Between extremes are longitudinal stripes on wide blades 'Cosmopolitan' and narrow 'Morning Light' and horizontal bars that shimmer in the slightest breeze 'Strictus', 'Gold Bar', and more. Prepare fast
Juncus - It's a Rush!

Juncus - It's a Rush!

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on May 16th 2024

Need something interesting to plant in moist areas? Don't make a rash decision, we have a rush solution.Juncus beautifully untangles the mystery of wet garden spaces. The uncommon cylindrical foliage adds a stylish, contemporary vibe to water-laden locations. Its ability to tolerate standing water makes Juncus an outstanding offering for aquatic gardens or pondside swaths and a unique option for gorgeous containers.We offer two curly varieties of Juncus, the petite groundcover, 'Spiralis', and t
Start the Show with Senecio

Start the Show with Senecio

Posted by Emerald Coast Growers on Apr 11th 2024

Senecio candicans Angel Wings® PP28830This oh-so-popular, tender perennial is an exciting design option for mixed containers.Soft to the touch, broad, velvety leaves in dazzling matte silver steal the spring show with Senecio. Rarely flowering, it's all about that silky, serrated foliage. The large, bright leaves are impressive as a stand-alone specimen and sparkle as a side piece to blooming perennials in mixed containers.Senecio c.Angel Wings® is a tender plant that thrives in full sun to

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