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Strobilanthes - Persian Shield
The Strobilanthes Persian Shield, 'Strobilanthes dyerianus', is an Athens Select variety. In summers with sweltering heat, this plant displays multi-colored foliage that is always exquisite. The leaves are a flushed purple with silver iridescence and dark purple underneath. Warmer temperatures enhance the leaf color. Persian Shield performs best in partial shade, planted in well drained organic soil. This plant has an upright habit and can reach 3 foot in height. They are widely used in landscape beds or in mixed containers. Persian Shield tends to get tall and fall over, so pinch back a few times in the first half of the growing season to induce branching and bushier foliage. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... more
Calibrachoa - Million Bells ® Trailing Blue The Calibrachoa Million Bells ® Trailing Blue, 'Calibrachoa hybrids', is a fantastic annual hybrid from Proven Winners and is indispensable for use in containers and hanging baskets. The blue blooms are outstanding. Million Bells plants are compact, low growers with fine foliage and 1 in, trumpet-shaped blooms that open nonstop until hard frost without need of deadheading. You can expect hummingbirds to visit your garden when you plant Calibrachoa because they love the large trumpet shaped flowers and it’s good nectar source. The One-inch bell-shaped flowers bloom all season long to fill garden beds and cascade from containers. They are easy to grow and maintain. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. |
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