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Catchfly - None-So-Pretty
The Catchfly None-So-Pretty, 'Silene armeria', has a spectacular hot pink color all spring, summer, and fall. Planted in mass, Catchfly has an absolutely breathtaking impact. The sticky stems captures insects, hence the name. The flowers are displayed in small, hot pink clusters. The None-So-Pretty bloom from late spring to fall. The Catchfly is a hardy annual and even a tender perennial in mild winter climates. The Catchfly does well in full sun or partial shade and prefers moderately rich, well drained soil. They will adapt to heavy soils. Plant this easy to grow plant in early spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost. In warm climates plant in late summer or early fall for spring bloom. The None-So-Pretty Catchfly is excellent in containers, in borders, and rock gardens. ... more
Hibiscus - Dark Red Teatime Red The Hibiscus Teatime, 'Hibiscus sabdariffa', is a robust, shrub-like annual that is attractive as a hedge or in a border. The red base of the flower is used for tea, juice, sauce, jelly, wines and pies. Hibiscus sabdariffa is widely grown in many areas of Asia, Africa and America. Teatime is very similar in color and taste to cranberries. The flowers begin to bloom in October. This plant is also called red sorrel, roselle, Jamaican sorrel, Indian sorrel, Queensland jelly plant, sour-sour, lemon bush and Florida cranberry. Teatime Hibiscus prefer deep, rich, fertile and well drained soil. |
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