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Geranium - Artic Red
The Geranium Artic Red, 'Pelargonium x peltatum', is an ivy geranium that has beautiful white and red flowers. These ivy geraniums provide a mass of color for your enjoyment all season long. Geraniums are a favorite bedding and container plant and are grown in almost every region of the country. These plants have succulent leaves and stems and they are commonly called garden geraniums, zonal geraniums or ivy geraniums. 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. ... more information
Cucumber - Bush Pickle The Cucumber Bush Pickle, Cucumis satiovus, is great If space is limited. Bush varieties requires two-thirds less space than vining cucumbers. The bush variety grows nicely in containers and produces abundant crops. Bush cucumbers produce very nice straight cukes. Cucumbers prefer full sun and rich, well-draining soil. They are delicious eaten alone, and they are a tasty addition to tossed salads, main dishes, and appetizers. |
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