Thursday, October 31, 2013

Ajuga, Black Scallop

Ajuga, Black Scallop

Extremely hardy ground cover! Can be walked on, mowed over, or raked clean! Blue flower spikes appear in late spring to compliment the black scalloped leaves. More sun exposure makes the foliage even darker in color, but this unique perennial will grow just as well in the shade of large trees where grass will not grow. Compact plants grow 3-6ΓÇ¥ tall which makes them a great groundcover or border plant. A knock out choice for patio pots also. Prized glossy foliage is evergreen in milder climates. For a quick weed-suppresser, plant this aggressive grower 12-36ΓÇ¥ apart. Stunning effect when planted in mass.

Price: $2.39

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Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Snow in Summer

Snow in Summer

Snow in Summer is our favorite white ground cover. Each and every spring, people passing by will stop and stare at your yard and its magnificent drifts of white flowers. Grows only 4-6" tall. Highly appreciated wooly-gray foliage makes Snow in Summer a highly valued ground cover year round. Prefers full sun. Plant 12-15" apart. Rabbit and deer resistant. Drought tolerant.

Price: $7.99

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Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Plumbago, Peacock

Plumbago, Peacock

The Peacock Plumbago brightens up the late summer garden like a peacock spreading its green and blue tail. This low growing 6-8 inch high perennial is one of the most desirable of all late blooming, hardy plants. It produces masses of blooms from August until frost. Each plant spreads into a lovely clump 12 to 18 inches in diameter and is just covered with bright-blue star shaped flowers in late summer and fall. Plant 8 to 10 inches apart for a low border that sparkles with color along your walk or in front of perennial beds. The Peacock Plumbago can be used as a ground cover in rock gardens or at the base of shrubs. Grows in sun or shade, tolerates hot corners. Starts growth late in the spring, once planted it lasts for years. Most spectacular planted in groups of 3 or more. Strong number one blooming plants sent in 2 1/4 inch pots.

Price: $3.29

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Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Fern, Tasmanian Tree

Fern, Tasmanian Tree
Life span of 400 years! Tasmanian Tree Ferns have been grown for years because of their ease of cultivation, great beauty, and cold-hardiness. Will grow up to 20ΓÇÖ tall or more with huge fronds measuring 8-10ΓÇÖ in length ΓÇô under exceptional conditions some have even reached 14ΓÇÖ! Prefers a shady, semi-protected, moist area when planted outside. Winter protection and lots of water is often necessary, although they do become more drought tolerant with age. Trunk can reach up to 2ΓÇÖ in diameter with a canopy 20ΓÇÖ wide. Plant in shade or partial sun. Hardy to zone 6.
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Monday, October 14, 2013

Worm Composting

Worm composting, also known as vermicomposting, is creating rich compost using worms. Not just any worms should be used for worm composting. Red Wigglers are true composting worms. Worm Compost is a very rich organic substance that is an excellent fertilizer for your garden. A second by product of worm composting is worm compost tea. In a worm composter the worms digest organic matter. The worm castings are the compost but there is also a liguid that will drain to the bottom of the bin. This liquid can be mixed with water to create worm compost tea. The tea can be used in garden beds, planters, and even household plants.

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Sunday, October 13, 2013

Ground Covers

Ground Cover

Groundcovers are low-growing plants that form a dense cover. Grass is probably the most popular of all ground covers. Just look at the luscious lawns around. But what about other types of ground covers,

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Saturday, October 12, 2013

Daylily - Irish Envy

Daylily - Irish Envy Soft Yellow and Green Daylily Irish Envy, Hemerocallis 'Irish Envy' is an elegant daylily with yellow flowers that are edged with softer yellow ruffles around each petal. The flowers have prominent green throats that nicely complement the yellow petals.

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Friday, October 11, 2013

Thyme - Creeping

Thyme - Creeping An Aromatic Mat Creeping Thyme, Thymus praecox 'Coccineus', has lovely scented foliage that creates a low growing mat that is covered with hundreds of rosy-red flowers in summer. A strong grower, 'Coccineus' is ideal as a drought tolerant lawn substitute,…

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Thursday, October 10, 2013

Juniper - Good Vibrations™

Juniper - Good Vibrations™ Low-Growing Juniper with Seasonal Color The Good vibrations Juniper is a low-growing Juniper with remarkable changing colors. Its low-growing nature would make a perfect boarder plant for your perennial bed or a terrific ground cover. Buy Now ---> Juniper - Good Vibrations™

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Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Heucherella - Stoplight

Heucherella - Stoplight Red Splash in the Shade Heucherella Stoplight, Heucherella 'Stoplight' (PP#16,835), will cause you to stop momentarily to admire its colorful beauty in your landscape! The radiant yellow leaves of Heucherella 'Stoplight' have a large, dark red blotch in the center which feathers out through the veins.

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Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Chinese Wild Ginger

Chinese Wild Ginger Silver in the Shade Wild Ginger is an ornamental perennial with uniquely decorative foliage. Plant several as a short border or groundcover.

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Monday, October 7, 2013

Fast Growing Trees

 

Soft Touch Holly

Soft Touch Holly

The Soft Touch Holly is quickly becoming a popular shrub choice due to its small size and soft, flexible foliage. No more worries about being pricked by holly leaves with this one!Buy Now...Soft Touch Holly  Price: $23.95

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Mission Almond Tree

Texas Mission Almond Tree

Cross pollinate with the NE Plus Almond Tree • These almonds are considered to be cholesterol-free  • Store them year round  • Wonderful for desserts, baking, or snacks! 

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Saturday, October 5, 2013

Garden Tote with Tools

Garden Tote with Tools

The Garden Tote with Tools includes three top quality, heavy gauge stainless steel tools with comfort grip handles.  The roomy interior is great for transporting supplies.  The side pockets even have room for your favorite…

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Friday, October 4, 2013

Montego Bay 3 Piece Bar Cabinet Set

Montego Bay 3 Piece Bar Cabinet Set

Create an island oasis in your own backyard with the Montego Bay Bar Set. With its versatile eucalyptus finish and construction of eco-friendly, plantation grown shorea wood that is known for its exceptional durability and natural resistance to water,...

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Thursday, October 3, 2013

Medicinal Herbs for Men

Hawthorne

Hawthorne (Crataegus oxyacantha) – Strengthens the heart by dilating the coronary arteries. This can be taken as a tea or tincture. Effective for lowering blood pressure.

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Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Medicinal Herbs for Men

Garlic

Garlic (Allium Sativum) – Possibly reduce cholesterol. There is more than 30 years of research to show garlic reduces cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

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Herbs, Lavender - Hidcote

Lavender - Hidcote

Fragrant Flowers on Dwarf Plant The Lavender 'Hidcote', Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote', is a dwarf variety that is a compact grower and reaches 18-24 inches tall.   It produces fragrant spikes of dark purple flowers in summer.  These flowers produce the purest lavender scent! Being drought tolerant…

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