Butterfly Attracting Plant Perennial Plant For Sale In Miramar

Firefly Heather has been awarded a winner of Britains prestigious Royal Horticultural Society Award of Merit. In the fall and winter, the foliage is bright red. In late summer, lots of purple-pink flowers open up to make a stunning contrast with the foliage.

They are also used to give colour and flavour to glutinous-rice dumplings (Mochi). Their addition to the diet aids the digestion and so they are often used in small quantities as a flavouring, especially with fatty foods.

* This is a glandular, woolly perennial which approaches a maximum height of two metres.Its erect, branching gray stems bear the occasional sharply toothed, sharp-lobed pointed green leaf.

* It is a rhizomatous perennial herb growing 30 to 70 centimeters tall with many large serrated leaves around the base of the stem on winged petioles. * Easily grown in a good garden soil.

* This attractive perennial maintains a neat mound shape and grows 1-2 ft. Named for Ferdinand Roemer, a German geologist who collected specimens in the New Braunfels, Texas, area from 1845-47.

* Historically, nettles have been used to make clothing for 2,000 years, and German Army uniforms were almost made from nettle during World War I due to a potential shortage of cotton.

Outstanding when planted in full sun. Aptly named, the butterfly bush attracts loads of butterflies and is also a favorite of hummingbirds. Wonderful lightly scented clusters of white, red and purple flowers can measure one to two feet in length.

The small size of this shrub makes it excellent for patio containers. This is unique selection of butterfly bush has a small frame, but exceptionally large blooms flowering all season long.

* The Great Blue Lobelia ( Lobelia siphilitica ) is a species within the Campanulaceae family. * It was believed by some native North American Indian tribes that if the finely ground roots were secretly added to the food of an arguing couple then this...

It is used in a number of proprietary medicines for treating skin, circulatory and kidney disorders. It merits consideration for cultivation in forest areas. * The Virginia snakeroot is attracting increasing interest for its medicinal virtues and as a...

Great for butterflies and pollinators. A tough and showy native wildflower that is surely worthy of a place in any garden. A clump forming native that flowers from late spring through mid-summer and sometimes into fall.

Deadheading will help ensure a fall repeat. 2" wide sunny yellow daisies top the fine-textured blue-green foliage of this durable native perennial from late spring to late summer and sometimes up until frost.

* Its height of 10-18 inches makes it ideal for the front or closer portion of the meadow. * It tolerates a wide range of soil types and will grow in full sun or partial shade. * Siberian Wallflower makes a dramatic vibrant addition to a wildflower meadow.

* Depending on where it is grown, is either a perennial or annual herb. * This is common dill that is used in pickles and for flavoring. * The leaves lose their flavour if the are cooked for any length of time and so are best used raw or added to cooked...

This beautiful perennial wildflower is found only in the Pineywoods of western Louisiana and east Texas. To learn more visit the Cajun Prairie Society or do a search for Gulf Coast prairies.

The flowers shine brightly against the backdrop of deep blue-green foliage. Large, up to 5" wide, sweetly fragrant, long-lasting, pure white flowers are produced from spring to fall or year round under warm, frost-free conditions.

Grow as annuals in St. Louis, either in the ground or in containers. It is a member of the Gerbera genus . Raised beds should be considered in areas with poorly-drained soils. * Gerbera jamesonii is a species of flowering plant in the genus Gerbera.

Masses of tall wispy deep pink spikes are covered by a succession of large pink butterfly-like flowers throughout summer. A tough and hardy, drought tolerant, perennial US Native.

Charming 5'' purple daisy-like blooms with orange-brown raised centers. Drought and deer resistant, attracts butterflies, great cut flower. Purple Coneflowers are practically indestructible because they are sub-zero hardy and withstand heat, grow in dry...

Buddleias can grow to become large shrub-like perennials in mild climates but most grow as herbaceous perennials in zone 6 and colder. Butterfly Bushes are easily grown, free flowering butterfly magnets and are moderately drought tolerant once well established.

Some authors recommend a hard winter pruning, to as low as 6", every 2-3 years to rejuvenate plants and to promote longevity. Butterfly Bush is considered invasive in some regions, consider sterile selections or deadhead periodically to prevent unwanted...

We have to say thank you to Marc Pastorek of Meadowmakers for sharing a start of this great native perennial with us! Excellent for hummingbirds and butterflies. Wild Bergamot is the 2013 Notable Native from the Herb Society of America.

* Solidago canadensis (Canada golden-rod, Canada goldenrod) is an herbaceous perennial plant of the family Asteraceae native to northeastern North America but established as an invasive plant in many other regions.

Attracts scads of butterflies. Butterfly Bush is considered invasive in some areas, please consult your local state offices before purchasing. White, fragrant bloom spikes reaching 16", are held against the green, velvety foliage.

Long spikes of deep indigo blue, tubular flowers are borne continuously from spring to frost on this vigorous perennial Salvia. If your Salvia or Sage starts to look unkempt in mid to late summer consider giving it a light shearing or remove the spent...

Flat topped clusters of bluish-purple Ageratum-like flowers are borne atop short sturdy stems that are adorned with finely cut and softly textured, medium green foliage. It does seem to prefer a little midday and afternoon shade, especially in the hottest...

For more information see our Coral Honeysuckle Growing Guide . Few other woody vines can provide the long flowering show that this wonderful native can provide as well as attracting loads of Hummingbirds.