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Clematis Vine Clematis Description: Showy, large flowering vines for fences or trellises.  Requires light mulching around root system.  A “pinch” (cup) of lime mixed in a large planting hole is beneficial.

Baby’s Breath Gypsophila Description: Baby’s Breath bears dainty pink and white flowers that when dried, are often used in floral arrangements.  This plant will also accent the border or a rock garden.  Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens,Inc.

Yarrow Achillea Description: Achillea is a joy to the gardener for its undemanding adaptive nature and its eagerness to perform abundantly throughout the summer.  The foliage is fern-like and aromatic.  Keeping this plant out of heavy moist soils, dividing every 2 years and removing the spent flowers assures months of continuous color.

Alkanet, Siberian Bugloss, False Forget-Me-Not, Heartleaf Brunnera Brunnera Description: Their leaves continue to grow with age!  This plant self sows easily, and the resulting seedlings have deep roots.  Plant prefers cool summers and  protection from wind.  Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

When Walters Gardens visited The Flower Factory, a unique retail nursery in Stoughton, Wisconsin, a few summers ago, they were struck by the fantastic true royal purple flowers and clean foliage of ‘Purple Rooster’.  It was flying off the benches there, selling on impulse, as it had been for about twenty years. Upon inquiring with the […]

Mowing Injury Scalping on slopes or on uneven terrain, mowing too short, and filling the mower with fuel on the lawn can cause brown areas. Be aware of slopes and depressions in the lawn and mow accordingly.  Change mowing direction about every other mowing to avoid scalping.   Fill mowers with fuel on driveways or […]

 Pure white, 2-3in single flowers are produced in abundance atop bushy mounds of foliage. ‘Snowcap’ has sturdy, uniform habit. Due to its compact nature, it tolerates the weather (wind, rain, etc.) better than other Shastas.

Monkshood Aconitum Description: An excellent plant for full sun or filtered light areas.  If planted in full sun, keep them well watered. They demand ample moisture but not wetness.  Mulch them so moisture is constant.  Keep well-fertilized, they are especially fond of phosphorus.

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Seathrift, Sea Pink Armeria Description: Low tufted foliage and globe-shaped flowers.  Dead-heading will prolong flowering.   Division should be performed in early spring and is necessary to rejuvenate the plant.  Do not fertilize. Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.

Gerber Daisy Gerbera hybrid Description: Large flowers, up to 5 inches across, bloom all summer.  The thick, sturdy stems are made for cutting! And the more you cut, the quicker you get fresh buds to replace the old! The colors range from deep red to scarlet to shades of pink, plus yellow, golden, orange, and […]

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A rose problem is almost always a reflection of the plant’s environment.  Bad drainage, too little water, poor soil preparation, insects, and disease are all environmental conditions that can either be remedied or prevented from the start. The first line of defense against any rose problem is a strong, healthy plant.  A little advance preparation […]