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Coleus - Pineapple
Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Coleus must have good soil drainage. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. The Coleus Pineapple, 'Coleus hybrid', has scalloped edges that adds to the already impressive contrast of ruby and chartreuse foliage. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. ... additional information
Daisy - Compact Pink These Proven Selections Aussie beauties with pretty pink daisy flowers have a deep green foliage that shapes itself for a nicely-rounded basket. The beautiful pink flowers have a dark green eye. The deeply cut, dark green leaves are aromatic when bruised. Daisy's may be used as a cut flower and they are excellent in window boxes, pots, and rock gardens. The Daisy Compact Pink, 'Brachyscome hybrid', is a low growing daisy with fine foliage. Daisy's require a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil and should be kept well watered in the summer. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. These daisys are winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11 and they are grown as an annual in other cooler climatic zones. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. The daisy is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds, plus they are resistant to deer. Gardening News and Articles |
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