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Echinacea - Purple Coneflower
The Echinacea Purple Coneflower, 'Echinacea purpurea', is a long lived tough perennial that withstands drought, wind and humidity and it is used for its suspected medicinal value. This easy to care for North America Native Wildflower is an excellent addition to any garden. The Purple Coneflower has 2 to 3 inch long drooping petals that are surrounded with a purple/maroon/brown conical center, 3 inches in diameter. The flowers appear on tall stems above the foliage. The bloom period is during the summer for 30 to 60 days. Purple Coneflower Echinacea will perform in full sun or light shade. In very hot summer climates, provide some afternoon shade. Well drained soil is a must for Echinacea Coneflowers as they cannot withstand standing water. Plant in early spring, 3 to 4 weeks before the last frost or as late as 2 months before the first fall frost. They make excellent cut flowers and borders>/p>. ... details
Tomato - Cherokee Purple The Tomato Pole Cherokee Purple, 'Lycopersicon lycopersicum', is an old Heirloom variety from Tennessee that is extremely productive and also has a very rich tomato flavor. The Cherokee Purple produces large numbers of 10 to 12 ounce tomatoes with a strong tomato flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. Tomatoes are generally started inside. They may also be seeded 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. Soak to depth of 6 to 10 inches when watering. They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. |
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