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Salvia - Purple Rain
It has a plant height of 18” and a spread of 12-18” and stays in excellent compact form. Salvia ‘Purple Rain’ should be planted in full sun in a moist well-drained area. With its dark green basal leaves and aromatic foliage, it makes an attractive accent all summer long. The Salvia ‘Purple Rain’, Salvia verticillata, has glowing purple stems loaded with masses of deep purple flowers that bloom from June to October. To increase bloom time, it should be cut back after the first bloom. Blooms look wonderful next to Sedum ‘Matrona’, Achillea 'Coronation Gold' and Salvia ‘Snow Hill’. ‘Purple Rain’ is a magnet for butterflies, bees and hummingbirds and is deer-resistant. It is hardy for container gardening and provides excellent cut flowers. ... get more information
Hosta - Big Daddy Hosta Big Daddy needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot and has good slug resistance. The Hosta Big Daddy, Hosta 'Big Daddy', is a large selection that has huge, frosty blue leaves that are cupped and heavily quilted. A great choice for any beginner gardener. The pale lavender flowers come on in July, however, Hosta’s are not known for their flowers. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Big Daddy is no exception. |
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