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Black-Eyed Susan Vine
They like rich, moist, well drained soils. Seed the plants after all danger of frost has passed. This vine blooms reliably from early summer through late summer. The solid black eye of the flowers contrast vividly with petal colors. The Black Eyed Susan vine can be grown as a quick screen and as a colorful groundcover. Black Eyed Susan Vines prefer full sun but will tolerate some shade. They are excellent in window boxes and hanging baskets. Plant them near a trellis or fence, as Black Eyed Susans climb by twining. The Black Eyed Susan vine is easy to grow and produces flowers that are 1 to 2 inches wide. The Black Eyed Susan Vine, 'Thunbergia alata', is a vigorous vine with spunky yellow, orange, and white flowers. ... additional information
Swiss Chard - Italian White Ribbed The leaves can be harvested from late spring continuing all the way to the first frost. Swiss Chard is actually a beet without the beet. Plant in early spring, 2 to 4 weeks before last frost or as late as 2 months before first fall frost. Swiss Chard is a green that many seasoned gardeners claim everyone must grow. The Italian White Ribbed Swiss Chard will grow in heat and cold, is nutritious, and has a long harvest period. instead of growing beets, the plant grows wide, dark green, heavily crumpled leaves that are very tasty. In warm climates, plant in late summer for fall/winter crop. White Ribbed Swiss Chard can either be steamed, stir-fried, or eaten fresh. |
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