Lisianthus Also known as Texas bluebell, Lisianthus is native to the south or warm areas and found in grasslands and ditches in some western states. This plant grows as a dwarf variety of 2 inches and up to 3 feet tall varieties. Some varieties may need to be staked to keep from flopping over. Used […]
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Autumn Asters There are several native species of aster in Louisiana but the asters that bloom in Autumn usually catch my eye. Aster is a member of the Asteracea or Compositae family. This family consists of a large number of flowering plants but my focus will be on the small flowered plants that bloom in
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Salvia Salvia officinalis is a member of the Lamiaceae family. Salvia is the largest genus of the mint family. The genus Salvia is collectively referred to as Sage. Some serve as annual bedding plants and others are border perennials, and still others are shrubs, culinary herbs, or ground covers. Salvias look great in containers as
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Poppies Papaver species is a member of the poppy family. All should be planted in rich, perfectly drained soil high in sand and organic matter. Sow poppy seeds in ground in fall for winter and early spring blooms. Transplants can be put in during early spring. Space 8-12 inches apart. Poppies are used for cut
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Color in the Garden thru Fall and Winter Popular plants such as, Camellia japonica and Camellia sasanqua, cyclamen, pansies, mums, petunias and snapdragons, are great this time of the year as they bring us colorful flowers, but it can be difficult to keep color in the Fall and Winter garden. How about introducing wildflowers in
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