Salvias … Color, Fragrance and Pollinators for the Summer Garden Mystic Spires (improved), Salvia 'Balsalmisp', replaced old Mystic Spires. This perennial is more compact, sturdy, dark-green leafed plant. Has free-flowering, bright true blue flower spikes which hold blooms longer than old mystic spires and hides its dead flowers better. Bloom time from early […]
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Angelonia … the Summer Snapdragon Angelonia, native to Mexico and the West Indies, is commonly called summer snapdragon due to the appearance of its delicate-looking flowers. There are about 30 species of Angelonia native to the tropical and subtropical New World. Angelonia has a tall, upright habit reaching up to 18 inches in height. Full bloom spikes cover
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Buddleia aka Butterfly Bush for Pollinators According to the National Wildlife Federation, pollinators are responsible for one of every three bites of food that we eat. We can help pollinators by planting native and non-invasive plants that produce both pollen and nectar to attract not just bees and butterflies, but also hummingbirds, small mammals, bats,
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History of Hanging Gardens Legend says these tiered gardens of trees shrubs and vines resembled a sloping mountain landscape. Many believe that the Hanging Gardens of Babylon are the inspiration behind the modern-day hanging basket. The story goes, King Nebuchadnezzar built the gardens some 3000 years ago to cheer his homesick wife who originated from
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(Image above: Peggy Martin with Peggy Martin Rose/Katrina Rose – Photo Peggy Martin) 2023 LSU AgCenter SuperPlants Blue Daze (Evolvulus)/Dwarf Morning glory is a low-growing, shrubby bedding plant that loves summer heat and sun. Neither insects nor diseases bother this plant, whose grayish foliage and clear, blue flowers add a cool note to the garden.
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