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Sweet Pea - Miss Willmott
The Sweet Pea Miss Willmott, 'Lathyrus odoratus', is a very old sweet pea traced back to 1901 and is named after the famous garden writer, Miss Willmott. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. It is a summer bloomer and in areas without long, cool springs, this excellent variety will continue to bloom as the temperatures begin to increase. The Miss Willmott Sweet Pea displays 2 inches blooms that are a deep orange-pink. Miss Willmott's deep orange-pink color will add delight to any garden. They bloom from spring to summer. Plant this Sweet Pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. The Miss Willmott prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. ... get more information
Columbine - Rocky Mountain Blue The Rocky Mountain Blue Columbine blooms for 3 to 6 weeks in May and June and earlier in mild climates. This is a great addition to any perennial garden. Rocky Mountain Blues prefers moist, rich, well drained soil. The Columbine Rocky Mountain Blue is used in rock gardens, border plants, and for cut flowers. In areas where summers are hot and dry, Columbine prefers light shade. Light fertilization help Columbine. In costal regions, Columbines take full sun. The foliage has a finely textured, lacy appearance, looking somewhat like a maidenhair fern. The 2 inch or longer blue and white flowers appear atop wiry stems. It is the state flower of Colorado. The Columbine Rocky Mountain Blue, 'Aquilegea caerulea', contains nectar in the tip of the petal's narrow spur that can only be reached by hummingbirds. |
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