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Morning Glory - Grandpa Otts
The Morning Glory Grandpa Otts, 'Tpomoea tricolor', is a Heirloom variety that is so stunning that it belongs in every old-fashioned garden. The intense, 2 to 4 inch across violet blue flowers, have a vivid, incandescent ruby star on the petals. Grandpa Otts blooms from summer until first frost and will bloom more abundantly during cool weather. The flowers open in the morning and close in the evening. Grandpa Otts Morning Glory prefers full sun and average ,sandy, well drained soil. Water them frequently so they do not dry out. Morning glories seem to bloom earlier and with more blooms when they are constricted to a pot. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Plants started too early are less vigorous than those started later. This excellent vine will cover fences and trellises, grow as ground cover, or hang in large baskets or pots. ... additional information
Squash - Summer Zucchini - Lebanese The Squash Summer Clarinette Lebanese, 'Cucurbita pepo (Hybrid)', is a Middle-Eastern favorite The slightly sweet flavor is excellent stuffed or eaten plain. If you like summer squash even a little, you must try this Lebanese summer squash. It is widely grown in the Middle East, Europe, and Mexico. The slightly sweet flavor is excellent when squash is harvested small or when used for stuffing. Use it in any recipe calling for Zucchini. This squash is blocky, club-shaped, medium long and is light geen in color. Plant in the spring, 2 to 4 weeks after the last average frost date. Squash prefers well drained, rich soil with lots of organic matter. Harvest as soon as squash reaches 3 to 5 inches in length. |
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