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Phlox - Purple Flame
‘Purple Flame’ is a new variety with variegated foliage and a pinkish tinge near the tips or the leaves. ‘Purple Flame’ needs to be planted in a full sun area in well-drained soil. Blooming from April to May, it has a plant height of 12” and a spread of 12-18”. It is a definite addition to any perennial garden. The Phlox Purple Flame, 'Phlox paniculata', is an ideal ground cover with masses of tiny dark purple flowers with a white center and a thick mat of foliage. Use ‘Purple Flame’ in rock gardens, as a spread over curbs and short retaining walls, or in difficult edges of dry streambeds. ... additional information
Ajuga - Metal. Crispa ‘Metal. Crispas are best grown in a rocky area or with other smaller plants (so that it does not get overwhelmed), under trees or in poor soils. The Ajuga ‘Metal. If one is looking for a perennial ground cover to exceed in a hard to grow shady area, Ajuga's are the way to go. ‘Metal. Metal. Crispa’ has very tight, crisp-leafed crinkled purple foliage, almost prune-like, with a green-brown shine. (The foliage colors will be more vivid with morning sun. Butterflies and hummingbirds are defiantly attracted to Ajuga, not to mention being deer resistant and a low allergen. |
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