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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 and
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 b
Mmmmm… What’s That Smell Again? Wait, don’t tell me – it’s lavender, of course!(Post)Yes, it’s Lavandula, all right. Nothing else can match the fresh, clean fragrance of this legendary herb. We know that fragrance well, since we grow 12 varieties in several species. Let’s look at more
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 Mona
Pins & Needles! Scabiosa columbaria ‘Butterfly Blue’ & ‘Pink Mist’(Post)Cheerful, sun-loving and easy to grow – what’s not to like? Award-winning British breeder David Tristram (UK) gave the world’s gardeners many lovely varieties in multiple species. These two are probab
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
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, lar
The Lovely Wand Flower: Garden Magic! (Gaura lindheimeri)(Post)Here’s a native genus that took a long time to find its way into America’s gardens. Once there, it’s never looked back.Gaura produces prolific quantities of delicate blooms, in white, pink or bicolor.
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 che
When Hobbies Get Out of Hand (Lavandula Otto Quast) (Post)The Eponymous Garden Rides Again!The green industries embrace many careers and companies that could be described as “a hobby that got out of hand.” You may know – or be – one of those ex-hobbyists.One