Spring bulbs
Coneflower Green Envy The Coneflower 'Green Envy', Echinacea purpurea 'Green Envy', is an easy to grow flower that produces beautiful light green fading to pink daisy-like flowers. The Green Envy blooms from July to September and is a major attractor to butterflies and bees and is a must for any perennial gardens. The pretty flowers occur on tall dark green stems with dark green foliage. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. Cone Flowers are known for their large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Cone Flowers increase immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system.
Peony Tree Shimane Island Collection These Tree Peonies display huge, ruffled, satin-like flowers that are super hardy! Every garden needs a tree peony. We're not sure what the penalty was for infringing this law, but it can't have been very pleasant. There are very few plants that can compete with a tree peony in full bloom. A mature plant can have in excess of a hundred flowers and these can be 10" or more across! The flowers range in color from maroon, crimson, scarlet, various shades of pink, to pure white. This has been variously translated but probably means 'The Emperor Flower'. Growing only 4-5' tall, these exceptional Tree Peonies are sub-zero hardy and bloom for a lifetime.
Crocosmia Lucifer The Crocosmia Lucifer, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful red flowers. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. This plant has attractive foliage.
Daylily Stella De Oro 5”. It has been named Perennial of the Year. ‘Stella de Oro’ will bloom from May through July, with outstanding color and a definite re-bloomer, more than any in its family. ‘Stella de Oro’ prefers a full sun area that is well-drained. Although the blooms will last only for one day, there are many blooms on strong stems that rise above tall grassy foliage, (remove in late fall). Use for cut flowers, massing, edging, borders or in mixed containers and tubs.
Gladiolus Blue Isle Gladiolas are also commonly called Sword Lily or Corn Flag. To extend the time of flower availability of your Glads, plant in two week intervals from early spring through June. They make striking accents in a mixed border. Increase water and fertility when flowers begin to develop, then plant 4" deep in clay soils, 6" deep in others; the deeper the planting the less need for staking. In frost prone areas, dig them when the leaves turn yellow, dip them in a fungicide, and store in a dry frost free location over winter.
Crocosmia Emily Mckenzie The Crocosmia Emily McKenzie, 'Crocosmia x crocosmiiflora emily mckenzie', a spring planted corm, produces beautiful orange flowers with red centers. The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions. This plant has attractive foliage. Hummingbirds flock to their blooms.
Crocosmia George Davidson The flowers are very showy, and they make great cut flowers. The Crocosmia is also commonly known as Monbretia. Crocosmias are clump forming and bloom best in crowded conditions.
Gladiolus Cheops The Gladiolus Cheops, 'Gladioli', a spring planted corm, exhibits magnificent white flowers with a pink blush on tall stalks. Glads are easy to grow and like to be in full sun and in well drained soil. Increase water and fertility when flowers begin to develop, then plant 4" deep in clay soils, 6" deep in others; the deeper the planting the less need for staking.
Astilbe Visions In Pink The Astilbe Chinensis Visions in Pink PP#118, 'Astilbe Chinensis', has clear raspberry pink plumes that light up shady garden spaces in spring. Astilbe is admired for its attractive foliage and elegant flower plumes. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact.
Astilbe Visions In Red These spring blooming beauties are ideal for borders, containers, and gardens on the edge of woodlands. Mass astilbe in groups in partly shaded gardens for maximum color and impact.
Astilbe Visions In White The bright clear flowers reflect dappled sunlight in woodland gardens for a dazzling effect.
Fuchsia Hardy Madame Cornelissen In warmer climates, it's an attractive evergreen and is deciduous in colder regions.
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