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Aster - Alma Potschke
It is a major attractor to butterflies and bees. ‘Alma Potschke’ is best planted in masses, borders and natural areas. ‘Alma Potschke’ is very attractive with a plant width of 34-40” and a height of 18-24”. Aster ‘Alma Potschke’ makes an excellent container plant or front of the garden feature and looks great with ornamental grasses. It is also perfect for flowerbeds, shrub beds or colorful containers. The flowers blooms in early fall to frost. Aster ‘Alma Potschke’ does require full sun, but can take some afternoon shade, in a moderate soil range with good drainage that does not become extremely dry during the summer. The Aster ‘Alma Potschke’, Aster novae-angliae, displays a beautiful bright neon rose pink daisy-like flower that are about quarter-sized. ... find out more
Coneflower - Sunset A great choice for cut flowers, adding a wilderness look to your garden, combining great with Leucanthemum ‘Becky Daisy’ or in cottage gardens, it is a definite must. Echinacea is said to increase immune function, reduce the effects of colds and flu’s, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purify the blood and flush waste from the lymphatic system. Echinacea is known for its large flower heads that turn to seed in the fall. Blooming from July to October and a major attractor to butterflies and bees and deer resistant, it is a must for any perennial gardens. The Coneflower Sunset, 'Echinacea purpurea', is an easy to grow flower that produces vibrant orange daisy-like flowers, overlapping one another. With its dark green foliage, Echinacea ‘Sunset’ stands 24-30” high with a plant spread of 18”. The center of this coneflower is brownish, making it different than the rest. For best results, plant in full sun in a well drained area. PPAF. Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but it is also said to be a potent medicine. |
