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BIG BLUE LILYTURF

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

BIG BLUE LILYTURF

BIG BLUE LILYTURF

Zones - 6-11

Description -

An attractive, tufted evergreen perennial groundcover with arching, grasslike foliage. Abundant blue flower spikes rise above the foliage in summer followed by clusters of black berries. Superior edging or border for partially shaded areas. Prefers moist, but not wet soils. Tolerates drier conditions when established. Partial sun. Grows 12 to 15 inches tall and wide.

Key Benefits
Abundant blue flower spikes rise above the attractive, tufted arching, grasslike foliage followed by clusters of black berries. Superior edging, border or groundcover. Tolerates drier conditions when established. Evergreen.

Time of Flowering
Blooms in summer.

Average Landscape Size
Grows 12 to 15 in. tall and wide.

Water Needs
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.

Sun Exposure
Partial sun

Cold Hardiness
-10 to 0 F

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Sunday, February 10th, 2008

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BERTRAM ANDERSON LUNGWORT

Saturday, February 9th, 2008

BERTRAM ANDERSON LUNGWORT

BERTRAM ANDERSON LUNGWORT

Zones -Â Â Â 3-8

Description -

Useful and attractive ground cover under shrubs and along shaded paths. Beautiful trumpet-shaped dark blue flowers are displayed above narrow, long silvery spotted green foliage. Evergreen perennial in warmer areas, otherwise herbaceous. Partial to full shade. Moderate-growing to 12 inches high, spreading to 24 inches. Tissue culture.

Key Benefits
Useful and attractive ground cover under shrubs and along shaded paths. Beautiful trumpet-shaped flowers are displayed above spotted foliage. Evergreen in warm zones, herbaceous elsewhere.

Time of Flowering
Spring flowering.

Average Landscape Size
Moderate-growing to 12 in. high, spreading to 24 in.

Water Needs
Keep surface of soil moist, but not soggy.

Sun Exposure
Partial to full shade

Cold Hardiness
-40 to -30 F

Dialaflight

Wednesday, February 6th, 2008

I am planning on traveling this spring to Turks & Caicos to just relax and enjoy life. Dialaflight offers consumers the easiest way to make their plans happen. They are just a phone call away and you will fin the attendants are just as excited as you are to go. Visit their website to browse through all the available places and their wonderful prices.

I chose Turks & Caicos because of the rare and exotic atmosphere and the beauty that lies there. This island is one where you can actually believe that time stands still. I want to submerge myself into the spa area and have the best treatment in the world.

Snorkeling is a must for this trip. Seeing the beautiful tropical fish underwater is something I have always wanted to do. This island is just the place you want if you just want to get away and relax and enjoy pampering yourself. I can not wait to begin my journey to relaxation at the Ultra Spa where I am going to have everything they offer. From facial treatments, massage, body treatments, hydrotherapy and much more. I am excited and all this is made possible with just either going to the website or one phone call away.

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BEST BET BEARDED IRIS

Sunday, February 3rd, 2008

BEST BET BEARDED IRIS

BEST BET BEARDED IRIS

Zones - 3-9

Description -

Key Benefits
Large fragrant blooms have delicate wisteria blue standards and clear hyacinth blue falls. A classic addition to perennial borders, cottage gardens. Large flowers add a bold yet delicate element to arrangements. Herbaceous.

Time of Flowering
Bi-color blue flowers spring and fall.

Average Landscape Size
Forms a clump 16 to 18 in. wide with flower stems reaching 30 to 40 in. high.

Water Needs
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.

Sun Exposure
Full sun

Cold Hardiness
-40 to -30 F

Couponchief.com

Friday, January 18th, 2008

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BETTY SETTE ICE ANGELS® CAMELLIA

Friday, January 18th, 2008

BETTY SETTE ICE ANGELS® CAMELLIA

BETTY SETTE ICE ANGELS® CAMELLIA

Zones - 6-10

Description -

This C. japonica hybrid pushes the frost line to grow further north than the rest of its clan. Rich rose-red blossoms with yellow centers stand in sharp contrast against glossy dark forest green leaves. Ideal January to March color. Makes a good background for shrub and perennial borders, or as a tidy foundation plant. Moderate growth to 6 to 8 feet tall and 4 to 6 feet wide or larger.

Key Benefits
The new Ice Angels TM series extends the timeless beauty of Camellias beyond their traditional range. Displays formal, double, medium pink blooms in spring. Evergreen.

Time of Flowering
April to May.

Average Landscape Size
Moderate-growing to 6 to 8 ft. tall and 4 to 6 ft. wide. Larger with age.

Water Needs
Water regularly, when top 3″ of soil is dry.

Sun Exposure
Filtered sun

Cold Hardiness
-10 to 0 F

TrustedTours.com

Friday, January 18th, 2008

March 11, 2007 I had the opportunity to visit the city of Memphis, Tennessee for my daughters wedding. She was married at the botanical gardens with the beautiful pond as a backdrop. The wedding party was to walk across the little bridge and make their way around the pond to the area designated for the wedding. In the pond was a family of geese. The gardens were awesome. There was a small slope where the guests were to stand to watch the ceremony. As the wedding party began the walk we noticed the geese starting to pay attention to what was going on around them. One by one the couples walked. In the background we heard bagpipes begin to play and the funny thing was that both sides of the family were Scottish but no one knew the gentleman playing the pipes. It was just a random thing that worked out perfectly for them. As the flower girl began her walk across the bridge she was to throw down feathers. As soon as the geese saw the feathers they started coming out of the water to investigate what was going on. The poor flower girl was so scared she ran behind the brides dress and walked the rest of the way hanging on to her dress afraid of the geese.

During the wedding the male goose made his presence known by coming up the walk and attacking the train of my daughter’s wedding dress. He had his wings stuck out and neck stretched, squawking and making darn sure that the poor bride and groom kept their eyes on him and not each other.

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BEWLEY’S VARIEGATED LAURUSTINUS

Friday, January 18th, 2008

BEWLEY’S VARIEGATED LAURUSTINUS

BEWLEY’S VARIEGATED LAURUSTINUS

Zones - 9-11

Description -

Handsome, bright cream edged deep green foliage backs pink buds that open into clusters of white flowers in spring; followed by metallic blue fruit. Bushy, dense habit excellent for hedges. Evergreen. Full to partial sun. Moderate, upright grower to 3 to 5 feet tall and wide. Cutting grown.

Key Benefits
Handsome, clean-looking variegated foliage backs pink buds that open into clusters of white flowers in spring. Flowers are followed by metallic blue fruit. Excellent for screens and hedges. Evergreen.

Time of Flowering
Early spring.

Average Landscape Size
Moderate, upright grower to 3 to 5 ft. tall and wide.

Water Needs
Water regularly, when top 3″ of soil is dry.

Sun Exposure
Full to partial sun

Cold Hardiness
20 to 30 F

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Friday, January 18th, 2008

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