landscaping

Tomato - Roma

$5.17

The Tomato Roma, 'Lycopersicon lycopersicum', is a determinate type Heirloom paste tomato from Italy. The Italian Roma is an absolutely excellent, old heirloom tomato used for sauce or canning. The very firm, meaty 3 inch pear-shaped fruits have very few seeds. They are very productive and can produce up to 200 fruits on compact vines. Tomatoes should be planted outside after the last average frost date. In warm winter/hot summer areas, tomatoes can be planted in early fall for winter harvest. Tomatoes prefer well drained soil that is high in organic matter. Tomatoes need at least 1 inch of water a week. Soak to depth of 6 to 10 inches when watering. They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. ... more

Licorice - Splash The Licorice, Splash, 'Helichrysum petiolare', has foliage that is an evenly variegated pale green and white. This plant will let you do a little to get a lot. This plant is an excellent choice for hanging baskets or mixed containers. Licorice do best in a well drained soil, either in beds or containers. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial.