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Geranium - Tricolor
The Geranium Tricolor, 'Pelargonium x hortorum', is a unique variety that offers beautiful scarlet flowers. Tricolor is a unique zonal that showcases variegated foliage of three distinct colors. It is a vigorous grower that has dark green foliage with crinkled edges and a glossy finish. 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. ... more info
Herb - Spearmint The Spearmint, 'Mentha spicata', is the classic mint. Spearmint is also known as mint, brown mint, garden mint, lamb mint, mackerel mint, Our Lady's mint, and sage of Bethlehem. Spearmint marries well with lamb, and minted apple jelly and lamb are a classic twosome. The Mint leaves, chopped or whole, are great in salads. The plant is easy to grow if wet soil is provided. |
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