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Short Meadow
Some of the varieties included are, Baby Blue Eyes, Blue Pimpernel, California Blue Bell, California Poppy, Daisy African, Poppy Iceland, Verbena Moss, and Wallflower Siberian. Be sure to keep the weeds pulled so they do not compete with the flowers for water and sun. Do you long for the look of a wildflower meadow, but need to plant something with a slightly manicured appearance? Short Meadow is just that, a collection of low-growing, hardy, adaptable flowering plants that will transform any sunny area where height is a factor. In cool climates plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last average frost date. In mild climates, sow seed during cooler months, generally October through March. This mix of twenty-two annuals and perennials, none more than 24 inches tall, is ideal for naturalizing sunny open areas, slopes, long borders, parking strips and cottage style gardens. The Short Meadow Flower Mix exhibits a rainbow of color starting in the spring and continuing until fall. Soil must be kept moist while the seeds are germinating and beginning to grow. ... more
Lavatera - Tree Mallow Mixed The Lavatera Tree Mallow Blushing Blend, 'Lavatera trimestris', has 4 blushing colors of profuse pink, rose, white, and magenta/pink flowers that cover this tropical looking annual hedge or screen plant. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Very fertile soil will produce more foliage than flowers. The Lavatera is one of the most versatile plants in the garden and is very easy to grow. They will bloom from summer into early fall. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom time. Lavatera prefers full sun and any well drained garden soil. Lavatera Blushing Blends 4 inch satiny flowers will remind you of hibiscus and hollyhock. The Lavatera make a wonderful hedge or screen and cut flowers. |
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