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Chinese Lantern
The flowers are small, white and star shaped, with calyces that enlarge and change from green to red-orange in the fall. This plant can be invasive, so plant where it can be controlled or in large containers. This plant is also called the Winter Cherry. The Chinese Lantern is a striking addition to fall/winter decorations, as well as late summer color for borders, beds and containers. The Chinese Lantern, 'Physalis alkekengi (franchetii)', has bright orange, lantern-shaped, papery seed cases that will glow in your garden in the late summer. The Chinese Lantern is very popular because of its brilliant color, unique shape, and easy to grow capabilities. The Chinese Lantern grow well in full sun to light shade and in moist, well drained soils. Plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last frost or in the summer up to 2 months before the first fall frost. ... get more information
Sweet Pea - Perfume Delight The fragrance of these flowers will take you to times past. The sweet pea prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. A key element in successful growing of the Sweet Pea Perfume Delight is very early planting. The flowers are slightly smaller, 3/4 to 1 inch flowers, than other annual sweet peas, but they are more heat resistant. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. |
