|
Dianthus - Mountain Mist
The Dianthus ‘Mountain Mist’, Dianthus gratianopolitanus, is a beautiful smoky pink flower that can be somewhat lacey and fringed. With its grassy blue-gray foliage and profuse blooming time, ‘Mountain Mist’ is one not to miss. Dianthus ‘Mountain Mist’ has a plant spread of 6-8” and a height of 6”. Dianthus will bloom from mid summer to early fall. In order for a longer bloom time, deadhead the blooms continuously throughout the summer. Dianthus needs a sunny site with well-drained soil, but will tolerate some shade in the afternoon and humidity. These fragrant, spicy dove like flowers look wonderful as a border plant, rock gardens, along walks or paths, for edging and a definite in cottage gardens. ... more information
Coreopsis - Limerock Passions The Coreopsis ‘Limerock Passions’ is a sport of Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby'. It has beautiful lavender pink, glossy flowers that cover the finely cut foliage. The dark green thread-like foliage makes a great contrast with its flower color, blooming from June through October. ‘Limerock Passions’ is extremely drought tolerant with a plant height of 16” and a spread of 34”. With cool autumn weather, the flowers make an even more outstanding color scheme. ‘Limerock Passions’ should be planted in full sun. It is drought-tolerant and tough but does need well-drained soil. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis ‘Limerock Passions’ looks great with Coreopsis ‘Moonbeam’, Coreopsis ‘Sweet Dreams’, and with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens. (PPAF). |
|
