 Why should I be unhappy? Every parcel of my being is in full bloom. Rumi
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A note from your editor: In a recent newsletter issue, we featured Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) and we did not mention that it is invasive in most of the regions our newsletter reaches. So, primarily, I want to express the warning that while butterfly bushes are awesome and beautiful and lots of wildlife benefit from it, the fact is that it is invasive in most places and shouldn't be intentionally grown. Echinacea, milkweed, Liatris, and Sweet Pepperbush are all better choices.
It's also important to point out that as you read this newsletter, please keep in mind that the beautiful photos we present each week are selections from the many hundreds of photos our members shared on Garden.org the previous week. These selections are chosen primarily on how many "thumbs ups" they got from the other members. Just because a photo is shown in our newsletter, however, that does not mean it is endorsed for your garden. It just means it's a cool photo that our members liked. As you make choices for what to introduce into your own gardens, please do a quick look to see if it is the right choice. Invasive species are harmful and should not be planted. Thanks for reading, and thank you for continuing to enjoy our weekly newsletter! -Dave
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Summer Flowering Trees and Shrubs
Every season has its joys and pleasures. Summer-blooming trees and shrubs to add color and texture to the garden, so consider adding some new ones to your garden. |  |
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Tips for Terrific Tomatoes
By now you've probably planted your tomatoes in the garden. Have you set up your training or staking system? Mulched? It's not too late, but the sooner the better. |  |
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Designing the Low Maintenance Garden
Gardening should be fun, not overwhelming. One way to keep it an enjoyable pastime is to think about maintenance when you think about design. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you plan and plant your landscape. |  |
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Insect Pest Primer
Don't assume that any insect crawling around on a plant is there to cause trouble. Identify any insects you find and if you see damage, research the possible culprits. Wait to take control measures until you've made a positive ID. |  |
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Vacation-Proof Your Container Plants
Ahh, you're looking forward to a relaxing vacation. But what about all your plants, especially those growing in containers that need watering every day when it's hot? Here are some tips for meeting their water needs. |  |
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Plants That Make Scents
I am particularly fond of fragrant plants. Although fragrance is often mentioned when a plant is described, I think that it is under-appreciated. In addition to choosing color combinations that are attractive to the eye, why not also let your nose choose a few plants? |  |
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Together with Bluestone Perennials Shop the End of Season Sale
Take Advantage of our End of Season Sale! Are you ready to elevate your garden display? Well, now's the perfect time because our long-awaited End of Season Sale is almost over! With just a few clicks, you can have gorgeous color and texture all season at unbeatable prices. So, head over to the site to explore our selection of perennials, shrubs, grasses, groundcovers, and bulbs now!
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Tall Bearded Iris (Iris 'Mystic Art')
Hybridizer: Thomas Johnson
Year Of Registration: 2019
Year Of Introduction (May Differ From Registry): 2019
Seedling Number: TH35C
Classification: Tall Bearded (TB)
Registered Height: 38 inches (97 cm)
Bloom Season: Late
Flower Form: Bubble Ruffled
Bloom Color Classification: Pink, Rose
Bloom Color Description: Medium pink standards; rose to lavender pink falls, lighter pink edge
Beard Color: Purple mauve, tipped orange
Style Arm Color: Pink
Fragrance: Slight
Awards: Honorable Mention
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 3 -40 °C (-40 °F) to -37.2 °C (-35)
Flowers: Showy, Fragrant
Ploidy: Tetraploid
Parentage: Hold Me Now X Friendly Advice
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Florist Kalanchoe (Kalanchoe blossfeldiana)
Plant Habit: Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade, Partial or Dappled Shade
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F)
Plant Height: 18 inches
Plant Spread: 18 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: White, Yellow, Orange, Pink, Red, Bi-Color, Purple
Flower Time: Other
Suitable Locations: Houseplant, Xeriscapic
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous, Roots are poisonous, Other
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon, Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots
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Large Firecracker Plant (Cuphea Vermillionaire®)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Plant Height: 18 - 28 inches
Plant Spread: 12 - 24 inches
Leaves: Broadleaf
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Orange
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer, Summer, Late summer or early fall, Fall, Other
Uses: Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant: Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Resistances: Drought tolerant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots
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Golden Shower Tree (Cassia fistula)
Plant Habit: Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Plant Height: 30-70 feet
Plant Spread: 40 feet
Leaves: Unusual foliage color, Deciduous
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Yellow
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Flower Time: Summer
Suitable Locations: Street Tree, Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Uses: Shade Tree, Medicinal Herb
Wildlife Attractant: Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees
Resistances: Salt tolerant, Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous, Roots are poisonous, Fruit is poisonous
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Awards and Recognitions: Other
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"This is why they call it Super."
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"This was a large bloom, 8-10 inches across, at a guess."
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"My JJ’s Piccadilly’s bloom!"
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 It is so small a thing to have enjoyed the sun, to have lived light in the spring, to have loved, to have thought, to have done. Matthew Arnold
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