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Geranium - Tango
They have extra-bright red flowers with a dark green leaf. The Geranium Tango, 'Pelargonium x hortorum', is an extremely popular red geranium that was awarded the Pennsylvania State 2003 Top Performer. Pinching of the shoots will promote bushiness Remove spent flowers to enhance flowering. Fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. Over fertilization results in excessive foliage and few flowers. Geraniums are one of your best choices for use in hanging baskets. 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 or zonal geraniums. Plant in ordinary well-drained soil. 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. ... get more information
Herb - Lady Lavender The Lady Lavender, 'Lavandula angustifolia 'Lady', is faster growing than other varieties and has a great scent and beautiful blooms. Lady Lavender is a 12" plant with compact violet blooms on 4-6" stems. Shear following bloom for shape and to prompte rebloom. The Lady Lavender blooms first year from seed, and will set viable seed. Remove spent blooms to extend bloom season. The Lavender blooms in late spring and into the summer. The Lady Lavender prefers full sun and loose. light, well drained soil. Plant in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked or in late fall. The Lavender can be used for a short hedge, edging, rock gardens, and pots. |
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