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NOT EVERYBODY LOVES MONARDA......And That’s a GOOD Thing!(Post)
We’re all for wildlife. But as gardeners and landscapers know, deer and rabbits can wreak havoc on a beautiful border. So, how do you keep Bambi and Bugs at bay while welcoming pollinators? Plant Mon ...
Ravishing Ruby Red Racemes- Lobelia cardinalis(Post)Native plants are an exciting market. Consumer interest is at an all-time high, and that's a good thing- for the environment, for pollinators and, for your bottom line.Lobelia cardinalis is named for ...
Grand 'Arizona' Gaillardia (Post)Heat up your summer sales with "blanket flowers"!A backbone of the sunny border, Gaillardia is loved worldwide for its array of bright, cheerful, daisy-like flowers. Butterflies and finches are also ...
What’s New, Pussycat? Nepeta xfaassenii ‘Purrsian Blue’ PP24788(Post)Ever since ‘Walker’s Low’ was named Perennial Plant of the Year back in 2007, “catmint” has become increasingly popular as a sturdy, low-maintenance ornamental.We grow 8 varieties of this interesting ...
What’s so low about Nepeta ×faassenii ‘Walker’s Low’? Nothing!(Post)The word “Low” does not describe the height of this lovely, fragrant perennial. It stands 2½ – 3’, which makes it a good fit mid-border, or even back-of-the-border in smaller settings. It brings a ch ...
An Exotic Native (Lobelia Cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687) (Post)Isn’t that an oxymoron? Not when it’s…Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’ PP25687Truly red flowers are a rare commodity in the perennial market. Lobelia cardinalis is one of those rarities, with brill ...
STARS OF THE PERENNIAL BORDER A Galaxy of Nifty Natives, Chapter 1(Post)Looking to add some stellar selections to your perennial lineup? You’re in the right place. These proven all-stars always come shining through. Echinacea purpurea Ruby Star A superior, classic, la ...
GARDENS OF THE GODS Chelone (Turtlehead)(Post)GARDENS OF THE GODSChelone(Turtlehead)In Greek mythology, the nymph Chelone was invited to the wedding of Zeus and Hera. But she couldn’t be bothered, preferring to stay home.Miffed, the gods flung C ...
Grail for Sale (Gallardia ) (Post)“Why do you think I have this outrageous accent?”GaillardiaA backbone of the sunny border, “blanket flower” is loved world-wide for its array of bright, cheerful, often bicolor blooms. Butterflies an ...
Award-Winning Natives(Post)Huge potential exists from Perennial Plant Association (PPA) Perennial Plant of the Year™ winners that also happen to be natives, says John Friel, marketing manager for Emerald Coast Gro ...