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Coreopsis - American Dream
The Coreopsis ‘American Dream’, Coreopsis rosea, has a rosy pink daisy-like flower with a yellow center. In the Tickseed family, the dark green fernlike, thin and delicate foliage makes a great contrast to any garden. Blooming from June to October, ‘American Dream’ stands at 15” tall and a plant spread of 18-24”. ‘American Dream’ should be planted in full sun. It is drought-tolerant and tough but does need well-drained soil. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis ‘American Dream’ looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens. It is very effective in naturalized areas, rock and cottage gardens, ground cover or wild gardens. No garden should be without it. ... additional info
Mullein - Copper Rose The Verbascum Copper Rose, 'Verbascum hybridum', also known as Mullein, has masses of silky blooms that range in color from apricot to rose to copper, making it different from the rest. The foliage is soft and silver, which adds contrast to the flower color. ‘Copper Rose’ has a plant height of 3-4’ and a plant spread of 1-2’ and blooms from late spring into summer. Removing spent flowers to encourage additional bloom time. This low maintenance perennial requires dry to medium soil and should be planted in full sun for best results. Verbascum will tolerate a wide range of soil conditions but must have good drainage or it could be fatal. ‘Copper Rose’ can be planted in rocky slopes to add color, as a border plant or in cottage gardens. |
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