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Cuphea - Lavender Lace
The Cuphea Lavender Lace, 'Cuphea rosea', is a Proven Selections plant that is used in combos and containers. Lavender Lace can be used as a landscape or ornamental plant. They produce masses of purple flowers from spring through fall. Summers heat will not stop these unique flowers. In warm climates it is an ever blooming perennial. The stems become slightly woody, arching and weather tough conditions. Place them in well drained soil and then look for Hummingbirds as they begin to flower. Pinching in early summer will promote branchingFor zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... more information
Geranium - Tricolor The Geranium Tricolor, 'Pelargonium x hortorum', is a unique variety that offers beautiful scarlet flowers. Tricolor is a unique zonal that showcases variegated foliage of three distinct colors. It is a vigorous grower that has dark green foliage with crinkled edges and a glossy finish. They are excellent in containers of all types from small pots to large tubs to window boxes and combine well with other plants such as petunias and ivies. Geraniums are one of your best choices for use in hanging baskets. Plant in ordinary well-drained soil. Over fertilization results in excessive foliage and few flowers. Fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. Pinching of the shoots will promote bushiness Remove spent flowers to enhance flowering. |
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