There’s a new succulent on the scene – String of Dolphins. This playful, succulent variety, otherwise known as Flying Dolphins, the Dolphin Necklace, or by its scientific name Senecio Peregrinus, is all the rage in the succulent world, and it’s easy to see why. The delightfully curved leaves that protrude from the stemmed vine look like jumping dolphins.
The Crepe Myrtle offers beauty to the southern landscape in all seasons with summer flowers, fall color, winter bark and attractive foliage in spring. Did you know Crepe Myrtles have been around for more than one thousand years? Now that's a tree that has certainly proven itself.
Indoor air pollution is an increasing problem today and according to the EPA, our homes can have three to five times more pollutants than the outdoors. Substances like xylene (in paint and lacquers), benzene (furniture wax, insect sprays) trichloroethylene (cleaners, adhesives), and formaldehyde (upholstery, air fresheners) can cause symptoms like headaches, sore throats, or allergy-like breathing troubles.
A NEW coneflower introduction, Kismet Intense Orange is just the thing to bring color to an empty spot. Kismet features a long bloom time, blooming from summer until frost, and lots and lots of gorgeous, vivid, orange blooms. It has an upright, compact habit with a bloom-size of approximately 16 to 18-inches high that fits perfectly in most any outdoor space. This easy maintenance perennial is extremely drought tolerant, attracts pollinators & hummingbirds, and makes a beautiful cut flower.
All plants require specific nutrients from the soil. Overtime, plants in the landscape will draw essential nutrients out of the soil that need to be replenished. Fertilization is key, as plants need a lot of nutrients in order to sustain large growth and blooms. By consistently feeding, you are ensuring that your plants maintain all the nutrition necessary to grow and bloom big.
