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Hosta - Big Daddy
The Hosta Big Daddy, Hosta 'Big Daddy', is a large selection that has huge, frosty blue leaves that are cupped and heavily quilted. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. The pale lavender flowers come on in July, however, Hosta’s are not known for their flowers. A great choice for any beginner gardener. Hosta Big Daddy needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot and has good slug resistance. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Big Daddy is no exception. ... more
Sunflower - First Light Try Helianthus as cut flowers, in the back of beds or borders, with Ornamental Grasses or Asters. The fuzzy, linear green leaves make a wonderful contrast with the flowers. ‘First Light’ has a plant height of 4’ and a spread of 28”. Helianthus should be planted in full sun with average to well-drained soils. The Sunflower First Light, 'Helianthus salicifolius ‘First Light’, a Blooms of Bressingham plant, displays a solid mass of 2” daisy light yellow flowers. ‘First Light’ will give a stunning explosion of color to any perennial garden. Birds also love the seeds that are produced. It will grow best with moisture, but can tolerate drought. |
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