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Begonia - Seattle Twist
They also flower, but usually the flowers are overshadowed by the striking foliage. The Seattle Twist haslight green leaves with a purple center. These type of begonias display wildly varied leaves streaked, bordered, spotted, and splotched by many colors. Very attractive! The Rex Begonias are kings of the Begonia World, that's why they are called Rex because that in Latin means king. The growth habit of Rex begonias is mounding and compact in nature. Hanging baskets suit the plant's requirement for good air circulation. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. The soil must be well drained. The Begonia Seattle Twist, 'Begonia rex hybrids', a Great American Cities ™ Begonias, are grown for their colorful textured leaves. Lower light and cooler temperatures will really bring out the color in Rex begonias leaves and high light will cause all colors to fade. ... more information
Daisy - Mad Marion The Daisy Mad Marion, 'Erigeron', is a new Proven Winners plant that has unique white flowers that darken to a deep pinkish purple. Anywhere the sun shines hottest, is where the Mad Marion wants to be. Mad Marion blooms continuously all summer long. The daisy is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds, plus they are resistant to deer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. For zones 8-11, this plant can also be a perennial. |
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