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Sweet Pea - Cupid Pink
The Cupid Pink prefers deep, rich, fertile soil. Use lots of peat or compost for early spring planting. Plant this sweet pea in full sun, but in a cool a spot as possible. In cold climates plant the seed in early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked. The compact plants are covered with masses of pink and white bicolored flowers that are ideal for hanging baskets and patio planters. A key element in successful growing of the Sweet Pea Cupid Pink is very early planting. For striking color combinations, try Cupid Pink with burgundy-foliage plants such as coleus, sweet potato vine, or hyacinth bean vine. In warm climates, plant in October through January for spring bloom. The small bicolored flowers are slightly fragrant. Position them away from winds and rotate locations from year to year to prevent sweet pea pests. The Sweet Pea Cupid Pink, 'Lathyrus adoratus', is a dwarf Sweet pea. They are used for cut flowers, and ground cover. ... more information
Zinnia - White Star White Star Zinnias is a wonderful hanging basket flower. Along with its use in hanging baskets, it can be grown as an annual groundcover or used as a perennial in mild climates. It prefers rich, deep, well drained soils. The White star Zinnia will begin to bloom 6 weeks after planting and continue blooming into fall. The Zinnia White Star is a low maintenance plant that should be deadheaded regularly. Plant this Zinnia in full sun. This is an exciting and unusual Zinnia and it is easy to grow. The Zinnia White Star, 'Zinnia angustifolia', is unlike the Zinnia elegans. Plant in the spring after the last average frost date. Mix a high phosphorous, low nitrogen fertilizer into the soil. |
