Featured Plants : annual

Salvia Velocity Blue Is An Annual With Intense Dark Blue Flowers!

patti-nhn — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 23:26:00 GMT

The Salvia Velocity Blue is an annual flower that you cannot live without. Its large dark blue flowers grow in spikes. This makes it great to give some height amongst your other plants in the garden or containers. But they will put on a great show on their own in solid blue. Its mature height is 12 to 16 inches and it will spread from 10 to 12 inches. It has a moderate growth rate and does require full sun.

This Salvia is the earliest flowering Salvia farinacea on the market. It would also be a compliment with other red or yellow flowering annuals. It is very heat tolerant and a great performer. The stems are very strong and the plant dense. It will grow upright and bushy. This plant is hardy from zones 3 to 11 and is an annual in zones 3 to 8 and can be a perennial in zones 9 to 11.

Large Lilac Blue Verbena Flowers Are Quite A Sight!

patti-nhn — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 11:34:00 GMT

The Large Lilac Blue Verbena Pedula Superbena has flowers that are not your typical Superbena! Their flowers are large and their clusters are very attractive in their beautiful lilac blue color against their green foliage. If you are familiar with Verbenas, this Superbena variety are much improved. This Superbena variety is considered one of the best selling Verbenas around.

This is a trailing form that can be used as a groundcover, in window boxes, baskets, patio containers, just about anywhere you can think of. It has a vigorous growth pattern and has an upright trailing and cascading habit. It is also a very strong plant. They do require full sun and are rapid growers. They are hardy from zones 7 to 11. If you like lilac blue, this would be a wonderful plant to surround yourself with.

Try Lanai Lavender Star Verbena For Attractiveness As Well As Color!

patti-nhn — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:21:00 GMT

The Lanai Lavender Star Verbena is unusual with it's lavender petals with white strips along the edges and a yellow center. It is a great plant to attract butterflies. It grows in clumps and blooms from spring into fall. It is a trailing plant that can grow from 6 to 12 inches tall and 20-24 inches wide. Their growth rate is moderate and they do require full sun to partial shade. They are very hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. In zones 3 to 8 it would be an annual, in zones 9 to 11 it can be a perennial.

The Lavender Stars are low maintenance. They should be deadheaded to encourage new flowers. Once they are established, you can fertilize once a year and watered only when dry. One of the issues that can come up is giving too much food and too much water. These are wonderful, beautiful, unique plants that will give interest to your garden.

A Unique Superbenia Verbena With Its Large Lilac Blue Flowers

patti-nhn — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 11:08:00 GMT

The Large Lilac Blue Verbena Pedula Superbena puts on quite a show with it large lilac blue flowers. This type of Verbena is especially good in window boxes, balconies, as well as hanging baskets. It can also be used as a ground cover. It does require full sun exposure.

It will grow to a height of 6 to 12 inches and spread from 24 to 30 inches. It has a trailing habit that cascades over the sides of baskets or pots and as a ground cover it looks great with its upright trailing habit. This is a very strong and vigorous growing plant. It is resistant to mildew and is improved over many other Superbena's. This Verbena also has a rapid growth rate so will fill in quickly for you. It is hardy from zones 7 to 11 and is an annual plant. If you like lilac blue, this would be a great choice.

For NonStop Color This Yellow Begonia Is Awesome

patti-nhn — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 14:03:00 GMT

The Nonstop Mocca Yellow Begonia shows off large, full, double yellow flowers that will last for several weeks. If you pick them for cut flowers too early they may not open and too late they may not last long so you will want to catch them in between those times. This Begonia looks great The foliage makes quite a backdrop to these flowers as well. It is chocolate-bronze and very full that will last from spring to fall. They are also heat tolerant.

The Mocca Yellow can be grown in full sun to partial shade. This is a mounding plant that will grow about 8 to 12 inches tall and spread from 12 to 14 inches wide. They have a moderate growth rate and are hardy from zones 3 to 11. They will be annuals in zones 3 to 8 and can be perennials in zones 9 to 11. If you like patio planters, they look great for lots of color on your patio.

Peppermint Is A Brilliant Color For This Petunia

patti-nhn — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:09:00 GMT

If you like peppermint stripes, this Petunia Supertunia Double Peppermint would be enjoyable in your garden. They come from Australia and are vigorous, ever blooming and long lived. They are heat and drought tolerant once established and can be planted in garden beds, baskets, pots on balconies or patios. They look great planted among other flowers. With their trailing habit, they will put on quite a show.

They are fast growers and do not need to be deadheaded. They are not leggy and can grow about an inch a day. It is recommended to fertilize them regularly as well as make sure they have ample moisture. The Double Peppermint will mature from 6 to 10 inches tall and spread from 12 to 16 inches wide. They require full sun and are low maintenance. This Supertunia is hardy from zones 3 to 11. Zones 3 to 8 they would be an annual and in zones 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. Try these out of the ordinary Petunias for lots of interest.

For A Crackling Fire Without The Heat, Try A Calibrachoa Million Bells Crackling Fire

patti-nhn — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:22:00 GMT

This Calibrachoa Million Bells Crackling Fire is noted for its bright orange and yellow striped 1 inch trumpet shaped flowers that look like flames in a fire. It is a Proven Winners hybrid plant. If you enjoy butterflies and hummingbirds, this one will attract them like a flame! They will bloom all season and look great in flower beds, hanging baskets and containers with their fine foliage as well. They are easy to grow and are low maintenance.

They are a mounding plant that will mature from 6 to 10 inches in height and 7 to 10 inches in spread. They require full sun to partial shade, well drained soil and regular fertilization. This Crackling Fire will bloom vigorously until a hard frost. Deadheading is not needed for the flowers to rebloom. They are hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. In zones 3-8 they are an annual and zones 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. This is a beautiful hybrid that will add some fire to your garden!

The Petunia Supertunia Mini Blue Veined Will Add A Delicate Asset To Your Gardening

patti-nhn — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:01:00 GMT

This Petunia Supertunia Mini Blue Veined is not only lovely with its blue veined flowers but is also very fragrant. The blooms are long lasting. This is a Petunia Hybrid with masses of small flowers and has a trailing habit. They are heat and drought tolerant which is a plus. Being fast growers, they can grow nearly an inch a day. The Mini Blue Veined can be planted in a variety of ways. They look great and are often used along with other plants in the garden, hanging baskets, pots and on your balcony or patio.

The Mini Blue Veined Supertunias will mature to a height of 6 to 12 inches and spread out from 24 to 40 inches. They do require full sun and are heat and drought tolerant once established. They don't require deadheading to keep flowering nor are they leggy. You will want to make sure that they have ample moisture and fertilizer. They are hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. In zones 3-8 they are an annual and 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. This is a great plant to mix with other plants as they will compliment each other.

Instead Of Ruby Red Slippers, How About A Ruby Red Geranium!

patti-nhn — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 11:34:00 GMT

This is Freestyle Ruby Red Geranium is quite a gem with its dark ruby red flowers. The flowers are semi-double which makes them even more interesting. The leaves and stems are succulent and the plant will grow upright. Sometimes geraniums are called garden geraniums or zonal geraniums. They typically can be grown inside as well as outside. This geranium would look wonderful in a hanging basket, in flower beds, containers, pots, large tubs, even window boxes. Planted with petunias and ivy's adds even more interest to your Geraniums.

Geraniums are very hardy and can be grown in many regions of the country. They will mature from 12 to 18 inches tall and 12 to 18 inches wide. They are easy care and have a moderate growth rate. You will want to plant them in full sun to partial shade. They are hardy from zones 3 to 11. In zones 3 to 8 they are an annual only and in zones 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. Their beautiful color and hardiness make them a wonderful plant for you.

For A Variegated Foliage Plant This Vinca Vine Fits The Bill

patti-nhn — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 01:23:00 GMT

The Periwinkle Variegated Vinca Vine will add lots of interest to your garden or patio with its green leaves with white edges. It is a great filler for hanging baskets and great contrast against the bright colors of flowers. This vine has a trailing habit and will not climb surfaces but can be strung on fences, wires or even used as a ground cover. They do require full sun and are very low maintenance. Another plus is that they are deer resistant.

The mature height of this vine is 3 to 6 inches and they will spread from 6 to 12 inches. They are hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. They are an annual in zones 3 to 8 and in zones 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. This would be a great choice for an interesting vine than is very versatile and hardy.

Burgundy Is The Outstanding Color Of This Verbena Superbena!

patti-nhn — Sat, 18 Jul 2009 11:26:00 GMT

This Burgundy Superbena Verbena has large flowers with an awesome burgundy color. It looks wonderful in hanging baskets, containers or pots and also in window boxes. It's upright trailing habit is also very beautiful as a ground cover. This burgundy Verbena has a rapid growth so will fill in quickly for you.

One of the other great attributes is its mature height from 6 to 12 inches and it will spread from 24 to 30 inches. Full sun is required. It is mildew resistant as well. It is hardy from zones 7 to 11. The deep burgundy coloring of the flowers make it a standout in your garden. This is an easy maintenance plant for your enjoyment. Try it out to add some extra color to enjoy.

Yellow Chiffon Calibrachoa Superbells Are Long Bloomers

patti-nhn — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 10:55:00 GMT

This Yellow Chiffon Calibrachoa Superbell has small one inch bell shaped flowers that are similar to Petunias. Their medium yellow flowers have a soft color, like chiffon. They also have a larger leaf than other Calibrachoas. They grow semi-upright and need full sun. They will bloom from spring until the first frost and are low maintenance. With their trailing habit, they look very attractive in pots and hanging baskets.

This Yellow Chiffon will mature from 7 to 10 inches high and 8 to 10 inches wide. They have a moderate growth rate and require full sun. The Yellow Chiffon is self-cleaning, so no need to deadhead. Their heat resistance is a wonderful plus. If you like hummingbirds, they are attracted to this type of flower. You will want to make sure that you don't overwater or they will be susceptible to root rot or other diseases. It is hardy from zone 3 to zone 11 and is an annual in zones 3-8 and a perennial in zones 9 to 11. Try this out for its original color and flowers.

What An Angel Face In Wedgewood Blue!

patti-nhn — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:51:00 GMT

The Angelonia Angelface Wedgewood Blue has a large flower that comes in a wonderful wedgewood blue color. They make great container plants as well as planted in your flower garden. These flowers have an interesting shape which makes for a great show. They will grow upright. This Angelonia has been bred for its flower performance and its upright branching habit. It flowers well into the fall. They are often called summer snapdragons as they love the heat and will flower into the summer.

This Angelface does not require deadheading. They are easy care and you will want to fertilize and water regularly. This plant will mature from 12 to 18 inches in height and spread from 24 to 30 inches. It does grow upright and is a moderate grower. Full sun is required. They are hardy from zones 3 to 11 and will be an annual in zones 3 to 8 and can be a perennial in zones 9 to 11. You will receive many ooohs and aaahs from your friends and neighbors when they see this beautiful plant.

The Jaguar Yellow Gerber Daisies Are Very Versatile!

patti-nhn — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:27:00 GMT

This Gerber Daisy Jaguar Yellow really shows off with its large deep bright yellow blooms that are 3 yo 4 inches. It is a very versatile plant. It can be used as a cut flower, grown in beds, borders, patio containers and many other options. They do need to be pot-bound to bloom and will do best in a pot or container outside. It can also be planted in mass displays. They will bloom from 4 to 6 weeks indoors near a sunny window and with proper care. They need to be watered thoroughly if the soil is dry to the touch. Do not overwater. You will want to keep them sprayed for whitefly pests.

This Gerber Daisy will mature from 8 to 10 inches in height and 8 to 10 inches in spread. It does grow upright and moderately. They are widely adaptable to many soil types. They need full sun to partial shade. Their flower color is yellow and the foliage is green. It grows form zone 3 to 11 and in zones 3 to 8 it is an annual and zones 9 to 11 can be a perennial. Yellow is a wonderful color to plant with darker colors in containers.

Blue Fan Flowers Are Proven Winners!

patti-nhn — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 11:34:00 GMT

These Blue Fan Flowers are a whirlwind of color and their petals appear to look like fans. They have wonderful dark blue flowers with creamy white to yellow centers. This flower will bloom with non-stop flowers to enjoy all season. They have wonderful green foliage and their branching is better than other Scaevola varieties. They are fast growers and need full sun.

This is a trailing plant that has an open, prostrate habit. It can grow from 8 to 12 inches tall and it will tolerate many conditions. It can handle stress without losing its leaves. It is hardy from zones 3 to 11. In zones 9 to 11 it can be a perennial and in zones 3 to 8 it will be an annual. Your friends will be wanting some of these flowers in their gardens or patios once they see yours!