Geranium - Carol

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Geranium - Carol

The Geranium Carol, Geranium cinereum 'Carol' (PP14,002), has rich, magenta colored flowers with darker veins and darker colored eyes that bloom from June until August. Carol can be planted in full sun to partial shade. For best results, plant in a dry to average moisture area and make sure the site is well-drained. The Geranium family is well known for its stunning fall colors that include reds, oranges, and yellows. It is a superb plant for cottage gardens, container growing, borders or informal borders in mass plantings. There is an attaction to bees and butterflies and it is very disease and deer resistant. A great plant for a beginner gardener. ... find out more

 

Bleeding Heart - Goldheart The Bleeding Heart 'Gold Heart', Dicentra spectabilis 'Gold Heart' (CPBR#0974), is a fast-growing perennial with rose pink, heart-shaped flowers. The blooms look wonderful against its bright gold foliage. Bleeding Heart's should be planted in full sun to partial shade but will also do well in full shade. It is somewhat heat tolerant and needs moist soil. Do not let the soil dry out. Dicentra will bloom from late spring to early summer and is a major attractor to butterflies. Bleeding Heart's are perfect as border plants or in a shade garden.

Geranium - Carol