Phlox - Red Riding Hood
The Phlox Red Riding Hood, Phlox paniculata 'Red Riding Hood', has beautiful red blossoms on compact dark green stems and is a major attractant of butterflies and hummingbirds. Blooming from mid to late summer, it has a plant height of 18-22” and is extremely mildew resistant. It is a definite addition to any perennial garden. Red Riding Hood needs to be planted in a full sun area in well-drained soil. Use Red Riding Hood in rock gardens, as a border or in a cut flower garden. ... find out more
Peony - Shawnee Chief The Peony Shawnee Chief, Paeonia 'Shawnee Chief' has deep red blossoms and is one of the most vigorous growers of all the peonies. Peonies are one of the best cut flowers and are often used in the Midwest to decorate gravesites on Memorial Day. All of our peonies are widely adaptable to most soils across the country. They bloom in mid to late spring and have very large, colorful blooms that stand out in the spring garden. Peonies can handle dry to moist sites, and do best in full sun but can handle some light shade. Often thought of as a plant used on the farm or out in the country, they bring a little bit of that country feeling to your garden. It is not uncommon to see peonies planted along the driveway or lane in a mass.
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