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Electric blue, starry flowers in the late summer are captivating. Fall pruning, especially in colder climates, can result in a quick flush of new growth that prevents dormancy and makes winter freezes potentially deadly.

A favorite of butterflies and pollinators. It is noted for its short habit and long summer bloom. It typically grows to 2-4′ tall. Echinacea Kims Knee High is a selection of Kim Hawks of Niche Gardens, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Apply an early spring fertilizer with a product such as at the recommended rate this will give the plant a boost of nitrogen potash that will be needed for healthy foliage and stem growth.

Makes a good cut flower. Uses: Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting. Espoma products are easy to use, just sprinkle around the base of the plant and water it in.

You can plant other peonies with staggered bloom times to extend the total peony bloom period to approximately 6 weeks during May and June. Felix Crousse Peony produces double magenta-red blooms which are highly fragrant and attract butterflies.

A 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch is sufficient but remember to take care not to cover any part of the stem of the plant with mulch. The hibiscus looking flowers are replaced by bright orange to pink berries in the late summer to fall, which add extra color...

It is also a great nectar plant for other butterflies and insects. Plant butterfly weed in mixed borders, meadows and natural areas. Attracts many varieties of butterflies and is especially attractive to Monarchs.

Looks great in a container. Best grown with regular and consistent moisture during the growing season. Perfect for rock gardens or bordering paths. Dianthus Neon Star is a hybrid dianthus that typically grows in an upright rounded mound to 8-12″ tall...

In June and July, ‘Angelina' has terminal clusters of star-shaped, vibrant yellow flowers. Needs good soil drainage to perform well. Site in areas where both the foliage and flowers may be appreciated.

We recommend feeding your Amsonia hubrichtii in the very early spring and again in mid summer after all new growth has hardened off and it begins to set flower buds. Feeding your plants is probably the single most forgotten part of growing healthy long...

Best grown in organically rich, humusy, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Foliage will usually retain some color in cold winter climates such as the St. Louis area.

Echinacea are easy-to-grow natives that bloom heavily from summer to fall. Is a genus of seven species all endemic to eastern and central North America. Plant Harvest Moon up close in the border to enjoy its slight rose scent.

Hosta Patriot boasts strong white margin on dark green heart-shaped leaves. Prefers bright shade and humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil, but will tolerate average to dry soils and full shade.

Cultivars come in single, double and peony flowered forms in a wide range of colors including shades of blue, lavender, violet-red, pink and white. However in winter, it is intolerant of both standing water and boggy soils where rhizomes may rot.

Stachys Big Ears makes a great foliar accent as it is grown for its large, fuzzy, silver leaves. One of the most outstanding silver-leaved perennials. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot climates.

Bio-tone is a gardener's best friend and can help guarantee your success. That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. They are very drought tolerant once established and will attract butterflies...

Hosta Albomarginata has soft green leaves with white bands, making it very striking. Its probably one of the most popular choices for the home landscape. It flowers bloom from July to August.

Late Fall pruning, especially in colder climates, can result in a quick flush of new growth that prevents dormancy and makes winter freezes potentially deadly. Remove the old flowers of Asclepias incarnata as they become brown and unattractive.

A general rule of thumb is to count to 5 for every one gallon of pot size. In colder climates, cut it back as one of the last chores in your garden before the snow flies. We recommend feeding your Geranium Biokovo in the very early spring and again in...

Exceptional winter survival, as it does not have the winter die back that other varieties commonly demonstrate. Plants should be clipped back by half in spring. Often repeat blooms in late summer or fall.

Will naturalize in optimum growing conditions. Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Features 1 1/4″ diameter, pink to lilac, saucer-shaped, upward facing, 5-petaled flowers in spring for a period of 6-7 weeks.

This is not to be rushed. Achillea Pomegranate does prefer drier soils so if there was ever a plant that we would recommend not adding topsoil or compost this is one. Follow this up with another early summer application of , this will again provide the...

Protruding inner petals of the flower purportedly appear to form a drop of blood at the bottom of each heart-shaped flower (hence the common name of bleeding heart). Plant typically grows to 15″ tall.

Bath's Pink' is a time proven plant that tolerates heat and humidity (as well as some drought) better than most other dianthus. Plants may die out in the center, however, if drainage is not superior.

They prefer moist, humusy soil. It prefers no direct sun—a delight for shade gardeners—and blooms happily in April and May. A garden favorite for years, it's fairly tall at 3′, and has evenly spaced pink hearts suspended gracefully on its long stems.

Follow this up with another early summer application of , this will again provide the necessary nutrients to promote a flush of beautiful flowers. Cutting back will promote new growth, giving you a healthier plant with stronger stems.

Remove spent flowers after blooming. The classic double red Peony, this early-season bloomer produces huge, deep red blooms that are showstoppers in the garden and in bouquets. Each plant will flower for approximately 7-10 days.