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Lungwort - Victorian Brooch
The Lungwort Victorian Brooch, 'Pulmonaria', also known as Bethlehem Sage, is a great ground cover for any shady area, helping to lighten up parts of the garden. The silver-spotted foliage is compact, long and attractive. The magenta-coral flowers with ruby-red calyces adds to this plant, not to mention mildew resistant. The bloom time can be up to 3 months. ‘Victorian Brooch’ has a plant height of 21” and a spread of 18-23”. ‘Victorian Brooch’ needs to be planted in a full shaded area with well-drained soil. It is a wonderful contrast with hostas, under shrubs and along paths. ‘Victorian Brooch’ is a vigorous grower and resistant to slugs and great for a first time gardener. PPAF. ... more info
Salvia - Burgundy Bliss The Salvia Burgundy Bliss, 'Salvia lyrata', has unique, white flowers that are kissed with a lavender accent. The evergreen and burgundy foliage gives ‘Burgundy Bliss’ its name. Blooming from June to October, the aromatic foliage it makes an attractive accent all summer long. It has a plant height of 12” and a spread of 12-18” and stays in excellent compact form. Salvia ‘Burgundy Bliss’ should be planted in full sun in a moist well-drained area. To increase bloom time, it should be cut back after the first bloom. ‘Burgundy Bliss’ is a magnet for butterflies, bees and hummingbirds and is deer-resistant. It is hardy for container gardening and provides excellent cut flowers. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum ‘Matrona’, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Salvia ‘Snow Hill’. |
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