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Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Hosta 'Fortunei Albopicta' on Aug 19 2008

This Hosta starts out with cream and green foliage, changes to green-and-white and finally to an all-green at the end of the season.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Inula magnifica on Aug 18 2008

A very stately perennial with enormous leaves that self-seeds freely. Good for summer screening or as a solitaire.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Lewisia pygmaea on Aug 17 2008

A pretty, little Lewisia that is good at self-seeding. If you don't dead-head you'll have voluntary plants popping up here and there. It's such a small and sweet plant so I welcome them.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Festuca glauca on Aug 17 2008

A very well-behaved grass. It doesn't wander off like some ornamental grasses. Needs dividing when it dies out in the middle. Looks very good with purple foliage plants.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Gentiana makinoi on Aug 17 2008
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This is a big Gentiana that needs little care and gets more beautiful with age. Cut off the dead flower stems in late autumn or early spring, because the new growth starts very early and is easily damaged if you're not careful. The root grows woody and big. Needs support.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Tropaeolum speciosum on Aug 17 2008
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This plant may be difficult to establish, but once established it behaves as it likes and spreads out with underground roots. The long, thin trailing branches are covered in red blooms, and it's perfect up against a wall or on thuja or other evergreen bushes or trees. The entire plant disappears in autumn, and pops up at the most unexpected places come spring. The dark blue berries are a lovely bonus.

Peppersage (122) wrote the following about Toxicodendron radicans on Aug 17 2008

Just kidding, you don't want these things in a hanging basket, or anywhere near the garden, they are terribly invasive, and can cause severe reactions.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Mentha requienii on Aug 16 2008

This tiny mint has a big scent. It grows like a moss and young plants are easily mistaken for weed until you touch it. To enjoy the delicate little flowers you need to bring a magnifying glass.

Netty (13946) wrote the following about Toxicodendron radicans on Aug 16 2008
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This plant ranges from a bushy plant to woody vine. It can grow anywhere. It leaves deposits of irritating resin on anything it contacts. Do not burn as the smoke carries the allergen.

Droopy (10087) wrote the following about Vaccinium myrtillus on Aug 16 2008 (Last edit was on Aug 16 2008)

Highly treasured wild berries, used for making juice, jam and wine. Not easy to grow in a garden unless you have a piece of natural woodland.

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