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Cypress Vine
Most parts of this plants are poisonous. The Funny Valentine Blends are used for pots, baskets, climbing up fences, trellises and as a ground over. They do best in slightly alkaline to very acid soils. This vine is very fast growing and has a tropical-looking foliage. Water them frequently as they do not like to dry out. Cypress Vines prefer full sun and average, sandy, well drained soils. Plant in the spring, after the last average frost date or later into the spring when soil temperatures are warmer. They make a tremendous fast growing screen. The Funny Valentine Blend produces 1 1/2 inch flowers on a 6 to 20 foot vine. The Cypress Vine Funny Valentine Blend, 'Tpomea guamoclit', has stunning feathery, fern-like foliage with masses of white, pink and red tubular flowers that flare into a five-pointed star. ... additional info
Squash - Winter - Pink Banana They should be harvested when you can't dent the hard skin with your finger. Plant in the spring, 2 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date. Winter squash cannot be overripe, but can be under ripe. These 18 to 24 inch long squash are 5 to 7 inches in diameter and with up to 10 pounds. The very smooth velvety skin make it attractive as well as tasty. The Squash Winter Pink Banana, 'Cucurbita maxima', is an Heirloom introduced in 1893 and common in American Pioneer Gardens. Harvest after first or second light frost. |
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