Do It Yourself Backyard Landscaper

The Geranium Rocky Mountain* Deep Rose, ‘Pelargonium x hortorum’, is outstanding for landscaping. They make large, full-sized plants and are very showy in ground beds and containers with their large, colorful deep rose blooms. Geraniums are a favorite bedding and container plant and are grown in almost every region of the country. These plants have succulent leaves and stems and they are commonly called garden geraniums or zonal geraniums. They are excellent in containers of all types from small pots to large tubs to window boxes and combine well with other plants such as petunias and ivies. Geraniums are one of your best choices for use in hanging baskets. Plant in ordinary well-drained soil. Over fertilization results in excessive foliage and few flowers. Fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. Pinching of the shoots will promote bushiness Remove spent flowers to enhance flowering.

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The Butterfly Bush Purple Emperor, ‘Buddleia ‘Purple Emperor’, a Proven Winners selection, is a new cultivar that will not crowd its neighbors in your garden. They are about one third the size of most Butterfly Bush varieties and the butterflies and hummingbirds still love them. The plants are extra bushy and are loaded with colorful flowers. The purple flowers are good sized and have that delightful fragrance. This plant is perfect for smaller gardens and the mixed border. They can also be used as container plants in milder climates.

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