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Xeriscape Extreme
In mild climates, sow seed during cooler months, generally October through March. Xeriscape means water-efficient landscaping. Their palette of colors range from soft white to bright yellows to cool blues. Soil should be kept moist while the seeds are germinating and beginning to grow. This mix covers approximately 65 square feet. The Xeriscape Extreme flower mix is a collection of extremely adaptable, drought tolerant, hardy and beautiful varieties for the waterwise gardener. The twenty annuals and perennials have a range of bloom times from spring through fall. In cool climates plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks before the last average frost date. Be sure to keep the weeds pulled so they do not compete with the flowers for water and sun. Some of the varieties included are Birds Eyes, Blanketflower, Blue Flax, California Poppy, Cosmos Sulphur, African Daisy, Gazania, Mexican Hat, and Phlox Mountain. Xeriscape promotes environmentally sound gardening techniques to conserve water and reduce maintenance while producing beautiful landscapes with year-round appeal. ... details
Lettuce - Butterhead Batavia Blonde The Lettuce Leaf Blonde, 'Lactuca sativa (Batavia Type)', is a Danish variety that has fringed blonde leaves, excellent flavor, and withstands heat without getting bitter. Lettuce likes light, fertile, moist, and well drained soils. Plant in early spring, 3 to 4 weeks before the average last frost date, and successive plantings thereafter every 3 weeks until 5 weeks before fall frost. Blonde is a very attractive ornamental with fringed, blonde leaves. Lettuce is a cool season annual. |
