(lob BEE lee ah) Lobelia erinus The beautiful colours of Lobelia bring effect and texture to any planting. They create masses of gorgeous flowers in an assortment of colours all summer long. Our Tried & True Lobelias are heat tolerant and weather resistant. They perform well in baskets, containers, and landscape. The delicate, airy appearance… Read more »
(ip oh MEE uh), (ahy pey MEE uh) Few plants can rival ipomoeas or sweet potato vines for durability, everlasting colour, and creating drama in the garden. This ornamental plant is mainly grown for its attractive foliage and is a popular choice for container gardens. Their intensely-coloured foliage come in a variety of colours, including… Read more »
Delosperma cooperi/Lampranthus Hardy Ice Plant gets their name from the tiny hairs on the plant that reflect light reminiscent of ice crystals. The foliage is fleshy and succulent-like, and it morphs into a darker colour as fall temperatures drop. Brilliantly coloured flowers are held close to grey-green trailing foliage. Low maintenance and constant show of colour all… Read more »
(hee lee oh TROHP), (hēl yə TROHP) Heliotropium These old-fashioned flowers may have been at the forefront in your grandmother’s garden. But, their renewed popularity is no surprise, considering their attractive foliage, flowers, and scent. Very few bedding plants have Heliotrope’s reputation for sweet fragrance. Reminiscent of vanilla, the Heliotrope’s scent gave rise to its… Read more »
(hel ih KRY sum) Helichrysum is grown for its petite, velvety, trailing foliage. The silvery sheen of licorice plant makes it a perfect complement for many other plants. Include helichrysum in hanging baskets and mixed containers, and the trailing growth will quickly fill in and provide a soft backdrop for the colourful flowers of other plants…. Read more »
(GAR ah) Oenothera lindheimeri or Gaura lindheimeri Gaura is generally a tender perennial (USDA Zone 6-9), but because of its outstanding qualities, it cannot be excluded from annual plant applications. When in bloom, their colourful flowers are reminiscent of pink or white flying butterflies dancing in the wind. Its small, narrow foliage is often green, but the leaves… Read more »
(FYOO shah) For over 150 years, Fuchsias have been popular with gardeners around the world. Named after the German botanist Leonhard von Fuchs (1500-1566), the first hybridizations were dated about 1820. Also referred to as “lady’s earrings” or “lady’s eardrops,” Fuchsia plants are indigenous to Central and South America, thriving in cooler air in… Read more »
(fel LEE she ah), (fel LISS ee ah) This beautiful garden standard has dark blue stars with yellow centres against narrow foliage. They originated from South Africa and need full sun and well-drained soil. Cold cultivation simplifies the bushy compact habit. Cooler temperatures slow down growth and promote side branching. Please select flower to see… Read more »
(KOO fee ah or KEW fee uh) Cuphea Cuphea is a diverse plant genus belonging to the Lythraceae family which is made up of 250 plus different species. Depending upon the species, these tropical and subtropical plants have beautiful and uniquely shaped blooms. In cooler climates, they are grown as an annual in garden beds and… Read more »
(KOE lee us) Coleus scutellarioides Some of the most unique colours and textures for plants are found on those that do not flower or the plant may flower, but the foliage is more interesting than the bloom. Coleus has been available in a great assortment of colours such as plum, burgundy, chartreuse, gold, lime, copper,… Read more »
