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Tag Archives: tender annual
Annual Ornamental Grasses
Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’ – There are more than a few gardeners out there who wish this that this exotic-looking tender grass would survive the winters here, but such is not the case. Purple Fountain Grass bears large purplish-pink plumes from … Continue reading
Drought Tolerant Annuals
Portulaca grandiflora – Moss Rose is a low growing (12″ spread) half hardy annual with succulent foliage – ideal for planting in those shallow containers that tend to dry out. Colours range from white, orange, yellow, pink, red or purple, … Continue reading
Fuchsia / Trailing Forms
Fuchsia ‘Dark Eyes’ – Huge double blooms of deep crimson sepals, strongly contrasted by a dark violet corolla, with hints of lavender. This variety has large green leaves (held on reddish stems), good self-branching qualities and makes a stunning standard … Continue reading
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