THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK:
"A garden is like your own canvas.
Create what you like best."
–Catherine Christian




...BLOOMIN' COLOR ANNUALS

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Dragon Wing Begonias
Heat and humidity tolerant, this begonia blooms profusely all summer through the fall.  It performs best in part sun to sun.  The color intensifies with more sun exposure.  It is great in hanging baskets or planted in beds alongside coleus.  It adds a tropical look to any garden.

  • Full to part sun
  • Blooms summer till frost

Coleus
This old fashioned foliage plant has become a modern must have.  The various leaf shapes and color combinations of coleus, shapes a lot of interest in the landscape.  They vary in light requirements, depending on the variety.

Vinca
The hotter the better for this colorful, profuse blooming annual.  This heat lover performs well in full sun and in dry conditions.  It is one of the best annuals that can stand up to our brutal summers. 

  • Trailing or upright forms available
  • Blooms late Spring till frost
  • Likes hot, dry conditions

euphorbiaDiamond Frost Euphorbia

"Baby's Breath of the South"

Looking for a breath of fresh air in your containers? Diamond Frost will surely please you! Light, airy white flowers seem to float atop small, oval leaves. Excellent for adding a touch of "softness" to containers or in the garden.

  • 10"-14" tall
  • 10"-14" wide
  • Full sun/part shade
  • Blooms all summer through fall

instant beauties

 

'Gold Mound' Duranta

Use this dwarf duranta to make your flower bed be a real standout! Bright, colored chartreuse foliage contrasts well with other bold colors.

  • Use as an edging or as the centerpiece
  • 1 ft - 2ft tall
  • 1 ft - 2 ft wide
  • Full sun
  • Occasionally has lavender flowers

penta'New Look' Penta

This showy flower looks great in mass or as accents in containers. You'll see it in both residential and commercial flower beds because it is so tolerant of our heat and humidity. It also attracts butterflies and hummingbirds!

  • 10"-12" tall
  • 10"-12" wide
  • Full sun
  • Blooms summer through fall
  • Many colors: white, pink, red, violet, and rose

 

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