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Gazania - Daybreak Red Stripe
The Gazania Daybreak Red Stripe, 'Gazania splendens', are early to flower and the compact 8 inch tall plants produce flowers with red stripes on yellow petals. The blooms open with the sun, and stay open longer than most varieties. The Daybreak Red Stripe flower profusely throughout the warmer months. The daisy like flowers are very colorfulPlant them in well drained soils or in pots. Gazinias thrive in hot, dry areas and have moderate frost tolerance. Water only when dry. Gazanias are sun worshippers, and they close up at night and on very cloudy days. Use in mass plantings, ground covers, edging, bedding, and containers. Red Stripe was a Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner. ... more information
Geranium - Black Magic The Geranium Black Magic, 'Pelargonium x peltatum', is an ivy geranium that has beautiful dark purple flowers. These ivy geraniums provide a mass of color for your enjoyment all season long. 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, zonal geraniums or ivy 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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