Grass - Northern Sea Oats

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Grass - Northern Sea Oats

The Grass 'Northern Sea Oats', Chasmanthium latifolium, is upright and arching. It is treasured for its showy, dropping flowers and slender, bamboo-like foliage that changes from green, to copper, to rich brown. It self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season. Magnificent for winter contrast, it flourishes in contianers or even in a shady, damp site -- including coastal areas. Pest and disease free. ... more info

 

Hosta - Variegata The Hosta ‘Variegata’, Hosta undulata, has dramatic, narrow, lance-shaped wavy leaves with white centers edged in green, making it very striking. The Hosta flowers bloom from July to August, however, Hosta’s are not known only for their flowers. With a plant height of 18” and a spread of 24-36”, Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage. Hosta ‘Variegata’ needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained area. Hosta ‘Variegata’ was the 2000 American Hosta Growers Hosta of the Year, and one can see why. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and one of the most popular for landscape uses.

Grass - Northern Sea Oats