Notes and images for Chaenomeles speciosa 'Cydonia Jet Trail'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chaenomeles speciosa 'Cydonia Jet Trail'
COMMON NAME: Flowering Quince
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Japanese Quince
TYPE PLANT: shrub (deciduous)
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Mound, Hedge, Border, Fragrance, Fruit, Ornamental, Cutti
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36-48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Pink, Red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Winter, Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds, Root cuttings
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Grown for its early-flowering habit and is an excellent choice for indoor forcing of winter blooms. Highly ornamental shrub
that has an oriental look due to its branching pattern and is, in fact, an Oriental native. Flowers can range in color from
white to a deep red. Flowers only appear on new growth, so some pruning is advisable to keep a neat shape and promote good
flowering. Pruning may be done at any time during the year.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/29/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $5.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
10/7/99 - ON BACK ORDER FROM BLUESTONE - SPRING 2000
3/23/00 - planted in area 7 in front of garage.
2000 summary - problem free, no blooms yet
Notes and images for Chaenorrhinum glareosum 'Blue Dreams'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chaenorrhinum glareosum 'Blue Dreams'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 5-6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: violet blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
T & M - can be slow germination, 55-60 F, special instructions to sow in container and cover for two weeks then 4 to 6 weeks
in refrigerator. Was pictured in 1996 catalog "insufficient stock", hardy perennial, fl early summer.
MANUAL CAROLINA - lists C. minus as an annual, rare in waste areas. Same family as verbena
NARGS seed list has the following of this Genus: 1156 Chaenorrhinum glareosum 186 20cm lilac; 1157 C. origanifolium 247
645 purple 12cm; 1158 C. origanifolium ex hort: 'Blue Pygmy' 588; and 1159 C. villosum 324 whi-yel 10cm. Note the spelling
with two r's - Chaenorrhinum. - CORRECTED, T & M was right.
FLORA of Europe has jpg images of C. villosum.
NATIONAL Plant Data Base has C. spp. and C. minor listed, but little or no info. C. minor is called Dwarf Snapdragon.
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Results for Chaenorrhinum glareosum 'Blue Dreams' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 99 cent seed
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*12/15/95 - seed sown. 1/22/96 - one container germinated 7 seeds, but the other did not. Don't know what I did different.
Tried placing second container in the refrigerator per instructions.
*2/18/96 - six good plants are living, removed other pot from refrig.
*3/13/96 - planted in 16
*6/22/96 - did not survive
*These were all looking very healthy until the summer heat started.
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 99 cent seed
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted control medium
5/10/98 - three good plants living and potted up in quart pots.
Notes and images for Chamaedaphne calyculata 'Nana'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chamaedaphne calyculata 'Nana'
COMMON NAME: Leather leaf
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 2 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH acid, moist, average
Propagation: division
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Siskiyou - A superb dwarfed selection of an evergreen shrublet native to the bogs of northern Asia, Europe, and America.
Commands attention when the small foliage turns to bronze in the fall and remains colorful through April as masses of white,
heath-like flowers appear. Moist soil of sand and peat. Cold hardy zone 2-8.
Elizabeth Lawrence, Rock Garden in the South - C. calyculata is the lone member of this native shrub from the eastern US and
northern Europe. Commonly known as leather leaf, chamaedaphne is a sparse, gaunt, evergreen shrub that relishes moist peaty
soil and high light. In midspring small, white, urn-shaped flowers are borne among the leaves at the apex of the previous
year's branches. Leather leaf blends well into naturalistic landscapes, but for rock garden use the selection 'Nana', one of
the best dwarf shrubs to be found. 'Nana' is low and spreading, with tiny leaves set on prominent, shiny, cinnamon-brown
stems. It supposedly can reach 18 inches in height, but after ten years my plant is less than ten inches tall. (by Paul
Jones, Sarah P. Duke Gardens, Durham, NC)
Brooklyn Botanic Garden (http://www.bbg.org/nymf/encyclopedia/eri/cha0010b.htm#habitat) - Bogs, swamps, lake and stream
margins. Pine barrens vernal ponds, pine barrens shrub swamps, inland poor fens, and dwarf shrub bogs. Chamaedaphne
calyculata is the dominant species in shrub associations on some bogs. It is often associated with Carex lasiocarpa,
Andromeda glaucophylla, Rhododendron groenlandicum, Kalmia polifolia, Vaccinium oxycoccus, Sarracenia, and Drosera. It
usually grows on wet sphagnum mats over water. The soil is wet (or occasionally dry) peat with a pH of 4.5-6. Wide range of
distribution in Eastern US as far south as Georgia and Alabama. Image saved in e:\web images\chamaedaphne.jpg. Flowers in
image almost look like Bleeding Heart, only white.
http://www.georgian.edu/bi_pines/bi_p_cca.htm - Shrub bearing white bell-shaped flowers in early spring. Distinctive because
flowers are borne on one side of long rows at the ends of leafy branch tips, and because narrow- elliptical, evergreen leaves
are leathery in texture, and may be brown in winter. Common in bogs. Photographed at Webbs Mill Bog
on Route 539. Image saved in e:\web images\chamaedaphne.gif Other images at same website.
http://www.rook.org/earl/bwca/nature/shrubs/chamaedaphne.html - extensive write-up at this site. This is definately a bog
plant, intolerant of shade, best propagated by division, flowers from buds formed in the previous season.
Wildflowers of the Carolina Lowcountry - listed as Cassandra calyculata with Chamaedaphne as the syn. Flowers in
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DATE PLANTED: 4/7/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Siskiyou $7.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
Needs to be planted in acid peaty and moist or even wet soil, part to full sun. Will grow slowly and stay under 10 inches.
Cleared out T66 and cover bottom with plastic to impede drainage, then filled with peat mix.
7/23/99 - plant has remained healthy in this special bog trough, has not grown much bigger but looks fine.
9/24/99 - healthy looking
3/27/00 - remained healthy all year, and bloomed in late February and early March. Flowers are not showy, tiny bells in off
white color.
2000 summary - a great little non-descript colletor plant. I made sure that its bog-pit had water all summer. Has remained
healthy.
BOTANICAL NAME: Chasmanthium latifolium
COMMON NAME: Northern Sea Oats
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Uniola latifolia
TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: Upright, Drooping, Ornamental, Dried Arrangements, Naturalizer
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Another ornamental grass with almost year-round interest. Foliage has a pleasing autumn color change and the flower heads can
be used in dried arrangements. The blooms are long-lasting and reminiscent of oats. A good choice for naturalizing in a
woodland setting and as always with an ornamental grass, is effective as a landscape tool when planted in groups or masses.
Remember to keep the roots moist. Niche Gardens offers at $4.50 quart. 1994 NC wildflower of the year. redommends light
shade.
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Results for Chasmanthium latifolium at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/18/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 5.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: ORDERED On order from mail order
RECORD MOVED TO "ORDERED"
NEED REPLACEMENT OR CREDIT
Notes and images for Cheiranthus cheiri 'Fair Lady'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cheiranthus cheiri 'Fair Lady'
COMMON NAME: English Wallflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Erysimum cheiri
TYPE PLANT: biennial
HABIT, USES: Spreading, Fragrance
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 9-24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us-ms
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Alkaline, Neutral, Well-Drained, Rich
Propagation: Stem Cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC -- HARDINESS: Hardy Biennial. Also known as C. senoneri. Bushy evergreen plant with fragrant, cross-shaped flowers in
yellow, red, orange, white and purple growing in dense clusters. Needs rich, very well-drained soil. Pinch tips of young
plants to encourage blossoming. Closely related to Erysimum.
DICTIONARY -- Flowers vary considerably in color, very fragrant. For a sunny bed and a well-drained soil, preferably
containing some lime. Many varieties of wallflower are treated as a biennial and raised from seed sown in the open. Can
be propagated by half-ripe cuttings inserted in sandy soil.
SIMON & SCHUSTER -- a perennial widely grown as an annual or biennial, subshrubby, numerous flowers.
SUNSET GARDEN BOOK - says that Cheiranthus has now been swallowed up by the genus Erysimum
SOUTHERN LIVING GARDEN BOOK - as above, rates only for upper and middle south. Usually grown as a biennial or annual. Sweet
scented.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
Planted in upper bed.
4/19/98 - had one bloom when planted, and has bloomed a little more since. Very nice.
8/23/98 - surprisingly this has survived so far this summer, although not in good condition.
11/7/98 - recovering well from summer heat
3/18/99 - very healthy growth, unusual in that it has a long bare stem that has fallen to the ground with upright growth
from the end.
5/15/99 - blooming
1999 summary - nicked and buried long stem about an inch under surface to get newly rooted plants. It worked, now have lots
of bushy foliage.
3/27/00 - buds just forming, should be spectacular bloom this year.
2000 summary - bloomed well in late March and April. This was apparently incorrectly tagged at the nursery. Need to enter
BOTANICAL NAME: Chelone lyonii
COMMON NAME: Pink Turtlehead
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 8,9
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH 5.0-6.0, moist, rich soil
Propagation: division in spring, cuttings, or seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
Thrives in swampy areas, native plant.. This species rare in SE as a wildflower, but several other Chelone species listed,
including some in SW GA.
GARDEN COMPANION: A moisture-loving perennial with attractive, dark green foliage and rosy pink flowers. Blooms start in
late summer and continue into the fall. These blooms make good cut flowers and add an interesting touch to summer floral
arrangements. The large, glossy dark green leaves form clumps of up to 4 feet. A good plant to put in a damp area, such as a
pond or stream bank, or perhaps as an edging for an aquatic garden. They will not tolerate strong sunlight especially in
warmer climates.
NATIVE - light shade or ideally 2 hours of direct sun. Self sews, cuttings or division.
Southern Living Garden Book - rates this for coastal south, in light shade, moist soil to boggy.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/26/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: We-Du $5.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Planted in area 5 behind clerodendrons, plant was not in good shape when received.
4/16/99 - appears to be recovering
7/19/99 - a very small plant, just does not seem to handle the heat well.
9/24/99 - declined through the summer and evidently I have lost it.
BOTANICAL NAME: Chelone lyonii 'Select'
COMMON NAME: Turtlehead
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Clump, Bog, Cutting Bed
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 8,9
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to full shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH 5.0-6.0, moist to wet, rich soil
Propagation: division in spring, cuttings, or seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
Thrives in swampy areas, native plant.. This species rare in SE as a wildflower, but several other Chelone species listed,
including some in SW GA.
GARDEN COMPANION: A moisture-loving perennial with attractive, dark green foliage and rosy pink flowers. Blooms start in
late summer and continue into the fall. These blooms make good cut flowers and add an interesting touch to summer floral
arrangements. The large, glossy dark green leaves form clumps of up to 4 feet. A good plant to put in a damp area, such as a
pond or stream bank, or perhaps as an edging for an aquatic garden. They will not tolerate strong sunlight especially in
warmer climates.
Niche Gardens sells for $5.00 quart.
NATIVE - light shade or ideally 2 hours of direct sun. Self sews, cuttings or division.
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DATE PLANTED: 5/18/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Underwood $3.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*10/1/95 - This bloomed through the month of Sept. and is doing fine although not really spreading that much. Note that it
needs a moderately acid soil - something it is not getting in either location!
*3/5/96 - I think it is still alive.
*4/1/96 - new growth - not clear. There are apparently Monarda growing here.
*I am not sure this is still alive.
DATE PLANTED: 9/5/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Cohutta
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*10/10/95 - A new leaf appeared in this plant, but I pulled it as a weed by mistake. Stuck it back in the ground (and I
think it has rooted)
*2/24/96 - looks like some new growth.
*This one may also have died.
BOTANICAL NAME: Chlorophytum comosum
COMMON NAME: Spider Plant
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Clump, Greenhouse, Indoors, Border, Container
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Root cuttings, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
A commonly grown houseplant that is enjoyed in all climates due to its success as an indoor plant. Will produce long, arching
stems of clustered white flowers at any time in the year. Leaves can be a rich green or white and green striped. If you have
ever grown a Spider Plant you also have probably noticed that small plants appear on the flower stems and these may be
planted in pots on their own. Spider plants like a fairly rich soil and regular watering as long as they have good drainage.
They do not like to be over-watered. This perennial is easy to grow and will adapt to just about any light conditions.
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DATE PLANTED: 11/13/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Pam E - fall swap
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum frutescens
COMMON NAME: White Marguerite
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Paris Daisy
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Border, Cutting Bed, Container
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
A favorite with florists for its cut flowers and its ability to grow as an attractive container plant. Will bloom at any time
of the year in mild climates. Provide a sunny exposure and a well-drained humus-rich soil. Plant in spring after all danger
of frost is past. Most chrysanthemums are fairly drought tolerant but water regularly in dry periods if blooming seems
imminent.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/13/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 1.59 ea
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
1999 summary - grew vigorously through the summer to make a large (3 ft by 3 ft) bush. Bloomed in late spring only.
3/27/00 - has really turned into a woody bush now, transplanted to reworked soil in same area and pruned out dead leaves and
branches. A very attractive shrub.
2000 summary - died in early summer.
Results for Chrysanthemum hybrid at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 2/16/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Transplanted and divided.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 12 Above old rock garden
Three white mums were planted above retaining wall and then moved here. Others from various locations. Need to mark their
colors for future reference.
9/95 - some were moved to Patio bed. Not sure what is where. Need to mark.
12/7/95 - mostly yellow & white, but there is one crimson colored mum.
10/19/96 - blooming
5/2/97 - blooming
2/7/98 - there were a few blooms in Dec and Jan
1999 summary - continues to live with little or no care, blooms in fall.
DATE PLANTED: 3/8/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bill Eaton
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
I noticed this especially nice looking Mum across the street, and Bill gave me a cutting.
1998 summary - a delightful color and they have spread well.
1999 summary - this is a great looking mum, dependable fall color. Beautiful flowers in October.
2000 summary - crowded out a bit this year but still bloomed nicely.
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum leucanthemum
COMMON NAME: Oxeye Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Clump, Border, Wildflower/Meadow
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Dry, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings, Division, Root cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is the species of chrysanthemum which is most often seen growing wild, though it also makes an excellent garden plant.
It will withstand a wide variety of soils and conditions and is very reliable. Propagation may be done by numerous methods.
Try the one you are most comfortable with, or with this durable perennial, you might want to tackle a new propagation
technique to build your gardening skills.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/21/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries - $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
12/7/95 - This bloomed fairly well in spring, and once in the fall (a little).
3/5/96 - This is very vigorous growing now. Has spread to 3 ft circumference.
4/1/96 - starting to bloom, bloomed profusely through 5/18/96
2/10/97 - crowded by the Gymnaster. Not sure how much is left.
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum maximum 'Alaska'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum maximum 'Alaska'
COMMON NAME: Shasta Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Leucanthemum maximum
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
TIME-LIFE - The Shasta daisy stands as a living monument to the great plant breeder Luther Burbank, who for 15 years
interbred wild species of chrysanthemums from various parts of the world to produce this modern mainstay of perennial
gardens. Varieties range from 1 to over 3 feet tall; some begin to bloom in early summer and others continue into the fall,
even until frost. The flowers, as large as 6 inches across, come in single, double and anemone forms, and are nearly all snow
white with occasional tinges of yellow. To prolong the bloom of Shasta daisies, pick off flowers as soon as they fade. To
prevent overcrowding, divide painted daisies and Shasta daisies after three or four years of flowering, feverfews after one
or two years.
WAYSIDE - 'Alaska' one of the best known and loved of the older Shastas with vigorous 2 1/2 to 3 ft plants. Extremely hardy,
strong grower, exceptionally floriferous. Early to midsummer blooms 4 inches, perfect form, cutting flower.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot $2.81
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/23/96 - divided gallon pot, potted up four divisions and planted two.
5/28/96 - started blooming, thru 6/22/96
2/10/97 - not sure if still alive.
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum maximum 'Snowlady'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum maximum 'Snowlady'
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Shasta Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Leucanthemum maximum
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 10-14
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Southern Living Garden Book - 'Snowlady' single blooms, All America Winner, 10-12 inches tall, begins to bloom 5 months from
seed then blooms nearly continuously.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/18/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
11/7/98 - poor
Bluestone replacement ordered
3/17/99 - planted in area 27
9/29/99 - CREDIT FROM BLUESTONE
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum maximum 'Tinkerbelle'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum maximum 'Tinkerbelle'
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Shasta Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Leucanthemum maximum
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - A Bluestone introduction. Compact little plants arfe covered with 2 1/2 white daisies.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/19/98 - Planted two in T39
8/23/98 - very poor condition, strange how these Chrysanthemums are doing so poorly
9/27/98 - completely dead now.
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum pacificum
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Chrysanthemum pacificum: ASTERACEAE, (Silver and Gold). Silver-backed leaves, yellow flowers,
and a stoloniferous habit. Very nice and dependable silver leafed plant for the Deep South, and there aren't many of those!
Full sun and good drainage recommended. Height about one foot. Zones 5-8. (Image / JPEG / 396x264 pixels / 50KB)
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DATE PLANTED: 9/28/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2/10/97 - sulfur yellow blooms in late November, not very attractive. Foliage is now looking brownish on edges.
2/23/97 - noticed new plants growing a foot or so away from the mother plant. Are they seedlings, or does this spread by
rhizomes?
5/31/97 - these were being smothered by the Stachys. Looking better now.
6/9/97 - Dug up and cut off rooted stems to pot up. Moved to a better location in this area.
7/18/97 - heavy rains have weakened this
8/22/97 - not sure whether any is alive, mixed in some of the pink flowering C. pacificum
2/14/98 - there are a few healthy ones in the garden
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum pacificum 'Pink Ice'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum pacificum 'Pink Ice'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink with gold center,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - like other C. pacificums, but with more silvery green foliage with a silver outline. Good branching habit,
flowers are pink with a gold center
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
plant in RG, 12 inches
3/19/97 - planted area 11
5/18/97 - this turned out to be taller than advertised.
7/20/97 - moved to area 7 with other C. pacificum
8/22/97 - daily rains have weakened, but cut back and hope it will return
10/24/97 - one of them is growing well but not sure which, 'Pink Ice' or the regular C. pacificum
11/19/97 - blooming in potted divisions
2/14/98 - some in garden (which one) and many of the 'Pink Ice' potted up. Bloomed in pots well into December
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/19/98 - planted one of the divisions in T37
8/23/98 - thriving, leaning to neighboring trough but multi branching and staying healthy
11/7/98 - full of buds now
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum parthenium 'Gold Ball'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum parthenium 'Gold Ball'
COMMON NAME: Double Dwarf Feverfew
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Matricaria 'Gold Ball'
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: N FL- plant in Oct-Dec, remove in July
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - calls it a "flowering machine" from summer to early fall. Abundant double yellow flowers. Plant is short lived.
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Results for Chrysanthemum parthenium 'Gold Ball' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $3/6.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*3/22/96 - planted
*5/14/96 - started to bloom. Note this is same genus (Martricaria) as German Chamomile, bloom continued thru 6/22/96
*8/10/96 - one plant did not make it
*9/22/96 - the other one also has died now
*Bluestone replacement on back order - try in area 14
3/19/97 - Bluestone sent the wrong plant. They sent Malva fastigiata by mistake.
6/14/97 - CORRECTION - they sent the right plant, just the tag was wrong. Two plants are growing well and starting to
bloom. The third plant died shortly after planting.
7/18/97 - the other two melted away in the heat and continual rains. This plant does not seem well suited to this climate.
Notes and images for Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'Pink Bomb'
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'Pink Bomb'
COMMON NAME: Mum
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Mijabe
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - blooming in fall until a killing frost, it is smothered in daisy flowers with yellow centers. Thick creeping
clumps of deep green foliage have purple stems.
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Results for Chrysanthemum weyrichii 'Pink Bomb' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/19/98 - Planted two in T28
8/23/98 - only fair grower, and blooms are not attractive.
11/7/98 - did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Chrysogonum virginianum
COMMON NAME: Green & Gold
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Goldenstar
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Spreading, Clump, Rock Garden, Groundcover, Edging, Naturalizer
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to full shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, moist, rich soil
Propagation: division spring or fall
REFERENCE NOTES:
Common wildflower found in NW FL, blooms all summer. Marshall lists as a good groundcover for this area.
Lawrence- a constantly blooming native plant, fine for southern rock garden. Will thrive in sun or shade and bloom from the
first warmth of spring until the winter curbs its cheerful display.
GC: Genus of perennial herbs made up of one species. A small, spreading perennial that is ideal for a rock garden or for
woodland naturalizing. Low, mat-forming habit makes it a good temporary groundcover. Blooms are a bright yellow and are
star-shaped. They appear in the summer and will last well into the autumn. Will spread by underground runners but is not
thought of as an invasive plant. Will remain evergreen in the warm climate zones.
PLANT DELIGHTS- sells this for $5.00
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Results for Chrysogonum virginianum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$6.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
10/1/95 - This has grown very well here. I transplanted one to the back, and took some divisions too.
3/5/96 - This has started blooming, but not profusely, bloomed sporatically thru 5/18/96
10/31/96 - removed from area 4 and potted up divisions. Total of (36) three inch pots and (36) 1 1/2 inch pots.
3/1/97 - planted in area 4
8/22/97 - most are healthy, but some died back
10/21/97 - transplanted some, it seems that they get some kind of crown rot similar to Ajuga
2/14/98 - there are still some alive, but cannot seem to keep it as a good thick ground cover.
5/18/98 - there have been sporatic blooms all spring
1998 summary - Plant declined through the summer and has apparently completely died out.
Bluestone replacement on order
3/17/99 - planted in area 25
4/16/99 - blooming and thriving
7/23/99 - I transplanted from T73 to T72 and it has done well. Few blooms this year but looking healthy
9/24/99 - fair condition, much of it has died back
3/26/00 - did not survive - need credit from Bluestone
DATE PLANTED: 5/14/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: divisions
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
12/95- planted divisions in new area 24. Started blooming same as area 19, sporatic blooms thru 5/18/96
10/31/96 - the ones in this bed on the left side of walkway have disappeared. Not sure why, because other side of walkway
are still healthy.
3/1/97 - transplanted and divided - all to area 4
6/9/97 - duplicate record, removed.
BOTANICAL NAME: Clematis paniculata
COMMON NAME: Sweet Autumn Clematis
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: creamy white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 8.9.10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - Sweetly scented creamy white 1 inch blossoms in profusion from late summer on. Vigorous and easy to grow, blooms
on new wood. Forms silvery seed heads.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Clematis paniculata : RANUNCULACEAE, (Sweet Autumn Clematis). Twining vine with fragrant white
flowers in late summer. Blooms in August here. Give full sun for best flowering, but provide some shade for the roots. New
Zealand. Zones 5-9.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 5.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
3/19/98 - Planted in T12
3/31/98 - growing quckly
8/23/98 - grew nicely and has been blooming for several weeks but is really in the wrong place. Need to move this somewhere
else.
11/7/98 - still growing well, but needs to be moved
3/10/99 - moved out by mailbox
Died suddenly.
10/7/99 - Bluestone replacement planted on arbor area 6
1999 summary - has established itself well in new garden spot, also, the original plant has come back and is growing up mail
box.
Notes and images for Clematis spp. 'Commtesse de Bouchaud'
BOTANICAL NAME: Clematis spp. 'Commtesse de Bouchaud'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
WHITE FLOWER FARM CATALOG - lists 'Comtesse de Bouchaud' as being 80 years old, one of the ten best Clematis, flowers
abundantly on a vigorous plant that grows to around 8 feet. The main bloom occurs in July and August with sporatic flowers
into fall.
ENCYCLOPEDIA - This is a Group 3, late flowering variety. See page 108
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Results for Clematis spp. 'Commtesse de Bouchaud' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot $2.81
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
3/23/96 - planted in front of fence
4/1/96 - this one growing most vigorously of the three
10/19/96 - no blooms and barely surviving.
2/10/97 - this seems to be the first to have died.
3/13/97 - still some new growth
5/31/97 - not sure it is still alive
10/30/97 - still a little life in this, some new growth
2/7/98 - still alive
4/12/98 - I had cut back the old foliage and now there is plenty of lush new growth.
1999 summary - disappeared completely in summer.
3/27/00 - moved to area near new greenhouse to grow up the side of it.
2000 summary - did not bloom, not sure whether it survived
BOTANICAL NAME: Clematis spp. 'Ramona'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: purple,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Clematis spp. 'Ramona' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot $2.81
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
3/23/96 - planted in front of fence
10/19/96 - lush new growth is starting on this one.
2/10/97 - not sure how much is still alive
10/30/97 - it is still alive, some new growth
2/7/98 - still alive
4/12/98 - I had cut back the old foliage and now there is plenty of lush new growth.
1999 summary - disappeared completely in summer.
3/27/00 - moved to area near new greenhouse to grow up the side of it.
2000 summary - did not bloom, not sure whether it survived
Notes and images for Clematis spp. 'The President'
BOTANICAL NAME: Clematis spp. 'The President'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: violet blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
WHITE FLOWER FARMS - 'The President' has inttense violet blue flowers, blooms profusel most of the summer, height 6 to 10 ft.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot $2.81
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
3/23/96 - planted in front of fence
5/28/96 - this one looks yellowish leaves, added some fertilizer.
10/19/96 - new growth starting
2/10/97 - still alive?
10/30/97 - yes, still has a few leaves
2/7/98 - still alive
4/12/98 - I had cut back the old foliage and now there is plenty of lush new growth.
1999 summary - disappeared completely in summer.
3/27/00 - moved to area near new greenhouse to grow up the side of it. This one has been especially vigourous this spring.
2000 summary - one or two flowers, but did not thrive even in this new location.
Notes and images for Cleome hasslerana 'Royal Queen'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cleome hasslerana 'Royal Queen'
COMMON NAME: Spider Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Upright, Cutting Bed, Border, Fragrance
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, White, Lavender, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Dry, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC - Half-hardy Annual. Cleome flowers are pleasantly scented, good for cutting and easy to grow. Blooms have a spidery
appearance and appear in pink, rose, white, or lavender, from summer until frost. Reseeds easily and could become a pest.
Remove seed pods if you wish to prevent self-sowing. Prefers fertile, well-drained, dry soil; withstands heat and drought.
Aphids, leaf miners and greenfly may be problems. 'Royal Queen' is the pictured variety.
RODALE - Says they can reach 6 ft. Like full sun but can take partial shade.
F & G 7/95 - pg 24 article on Cleomes. Very heat tolerant. Can take partial shade. Easilly grown in all soil types.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Cleome Hasslerana : CAPPARACEAE, (Spider Flower). Reseeding annual with spidery flowers of
pink, rose, or white on 5 foot stems. Reliable summer-blooming favorite. Brazil, Argentina. (Image / JPEG/ 421x462 pixels /
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Results for Cleome hasslerana 'Royal Queen' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/6/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.29 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Tag says this gets 4 ft tall.
12/7/95 - bloomed very nicely until cold weather started.
BOTANICAL NAME: Clerodendrum paniculatum
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Clerodendrum paniculatum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Jack Walker
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
Not sure about species - if pink flowered, this is probably C. bungei or C. foetidum instead.
10/24/97 - still alive but not thriving here
2/14/98 - needs better soil and more sun
3/11/99 - moved to Area 5
7/19/99 - started blooming several weeks ago. This is a beautiful plant and simply needed some sun and fertile soil. Huge
oval leaves and bright red raceame of flowers. Was damaged by hailstorm in June, but I removed the damaged leaves and new
ones look great.
9/24/99 - healthy and has put on new growth. Very nice tropical look.
1999 summary - a wonderful plant, tall and tropical, but the foliage is mostly on top, so it does not screen the view of
other plants and can be planted in the foreground.
6/29/00 - determined that this is C. paniculatum - not speciosissimum.
2000 summary - spectacular plant, was able to take several suckers this year. Froze back in mid-twenties, hopefully it will
BOTANICAL NAME: Clerodendrum quadriloculare
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Clerodendrum quadriloculare at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/9/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Kemberly McLain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
3/25/00 - cutting in good shape, well rooted. Planted out in area 6
2000 summary - grew well through the summer to about 5 ft, covered over winter hoping it will survive this cold winter in
dormancy.
BOTANICAL NAME: Clerodendrum thomsoniae
COMMON NAME: Bleeding Heart, Glory Bower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: vine (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Climbing, Ornamental, Climbing
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Red, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: cs,ts
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
A garden accent with glossy, dark green leaves and exquisite white and red blossoms which hang in pendent clusters. Likes
some filtered sun and a humus-rich, moist soil that is well-drained. Is very attractive grown along a porch railing or beside
a wall or small out-building where it will gracefully drape. Some training will probably be necessary to get the effect you
desire.
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DATE PLANTED: 10/30/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $4.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Temporarilly planted part of pot in area 7 to display blooms, and took 3 divisions to pot up over winter.
2/14/98 - forgot all about this one. I don't know if it is alive or not
3/23/98 - potted divisions are still alive, not sure where this is planted. There is something green growing in the area,
could be...
3/28/98 - turned out to be a seeding Viola.
DATE PLANTED: 3/28/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $4.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
3/28/98 - planted 3 divisions of original plant in trough garden.
4/19/98 - these are not looking so great
8/23/98 - one plant is still alive, slow growing
11/7/98 - long vine growing, healthy
3/28/99 - potted up for winter, then replanted in area 5
4/16/99 - blooming
7/19/99 - vine is growing up and around support I built for it. Has not rebloomed but is looking good.
9/24/99 - growing very well this year, vine has climbed and cirlcled the support and has a few more blooms.
1999 summary - bloomed well and climbed to top of supports. Potted up and kept over winter in greenhouse.
3/9/00 - planted out in dog pen area (area 15) and tied vines to side of greenhouse for support.
2000 summary - spectacular flowers this year in the new location, bloomed May-July.
BOTANICAL NAME: Clerodendrum ugandense
COMMON NAME: Blue Butterfly Bush
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (deciduous)
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Blue, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: cs,ts
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Can get up to 10 ft but can be pruned shorter. Part shade, moist.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Clerodendrum ugandense, (Blue Butterfly Flower). Upright grower, with canes which can reach
10' tall, though the height is usually under 6' here, and plants are easily kept shorter by shearing. Practically
everblooming, with 1" blue-violet flowers on long, thin stalks at the tops of the plants. Flowers are reminiscent of
butterflies in shape. Plant in rich, moist, well drained soil in partial shade. Zones 8-11. (Image / JPEG /252x286 pixels /
22KB)
SUEZEE - jzee@worldnet.att.net - According to Southern Perennials & Herbs, Clerodendrum ugandense (Blue Butterfly Flower) is
best grown in rich, moist soil, in partial shade. It's from tropical Africa but should be hardy in zones 7b-11. I have a new
one just planted this fall so I don't know how the hard frosts of south Louisiana will affect it yet.
ANITA AAStamper@aol.com - I grow this in Hattiesburg, MS. It freezes to the ground each winter but comes up once the ground
is completely warm. It grows about 5' tall and blooms by late summer. Mine is covered with blooms right now, and has formed
hundreds of seeds, too. It has been blooming for at least two months. I plan to mulch it heavily with pine straw this winter
in the hope that some protection will allow it to emerge a bit earlier come summer with an even longer show of blooms.
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DATE PLANTED: 11/22/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
2/14/98 - has established itself well and looks healthy
3/23/98 - colder weather in early March set it back but it is still alive
5/24/98 - healthy
1998 summary - had a few sparse blooms in early fall, requires frequent pruning to keep it neat looking.
3/10/99 - froze back severely in January, but lots of new growth now.
7/19/99 - this Clerodendron is too big for this location. I have to keep pruning it back and it is not reaching its
potential.
9/24/99 - vigorous growth but no blooms yet.
3/26/00 - moved to the back of area 6 where it would have more space and sun.
2000 summary - overshadowed by large gingers, not sure if it is still alive or not.
DATE PLANTED: 11/7/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Laura McNamara
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: POTTING AREA Potted plant
Results for Clethra sp. 'Hummingbird' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/27/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $4.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 13 Behind patio & right of waterfall
10/29/96 - 8x4 not much change since planting
2/10/97 - hard to tell if this is just dormant
4/11/97 - it has budded out and looks ok
8/23/97 - looks like this one will do fine here. short bloom season but nice little RG plant.
10/26/97 - healthy
2/7/98 - growing okay
4/12/98 - new buds showing and starting to leaf out.
5/18/98 - fully leafed out and healthy looking
8/4/98 - has been blooming this past month, healthy
1998 summary - seemed to decline sharply in fall. May have died.
3/29/99 - ordered replacement from Bluestone
4/1/99 - planted replacement
1999 summary - very healthy growth and bloomed in summer.
2000 summary - very attractive little shrub, bloomed in July
BOTANICAL NAME: Clivia miniata
COMMON NAME: Kaffir Lily
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: Clump, Indoors, Greenhouse, Container
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Orange, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-Drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This plant is highly prized for its vivid, trumpet-shaped orange flowers and dark green, glossy foliage. The blooms are held
in clusters and the flower throats are yellow, while the foliage is dense and forms handsome clumps. Requires organically
rich, moist, but well-drained soil. Water well during the growing season and flowering period; less during winter. Fertilize
regularly during the growing season with a diluted fertilizer. Divide when plants become crowded to aid in blossom formation.
Single plants bloom best, however, when they are potbound. Seeds take a month or more to germinate and should be sown
immediately upon receipt when they are fresh. Also available in salmon, yellow and white-flowering forms. Decorative crimson
berries follow flowers.
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DATE PLANTED: 8/25/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Brian Bruning
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: GREENHOUSE Greenhouse
2000 summary - not sure about this plant, my record indicated it was moved to the greenhouse.
BOTANICAL NAME: Codonopsis clematidea
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: C. ovata
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12-18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: soft blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, humusy
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
T & M - Soft blue 1 1/4 in bell flowers throughout the summer. Easy, tolerating neglect in all but the heaviest soil. A
semi-twiner walls rockeries or through other plants. Climbs to 5 feet.
Schenk - A twining perennial that would admire an Abeliophyllum or Vaccinium or some other airy small shrub as a host for its
climb. The late summer flowers are pendant bells of a ghostly pale violet with hidden interior decorations in orange and
oxblood. Needs a cool moist woodsy place. He indicates it can be grown in NW or NC, not in South.
Dictionary - sim. to C. ovata. When bruised they give off a "foxy" scent. They move badly and should be planted out as
small seedlings.
Chiltern Seeds - from the mountains of Asia. 1 to 2 ft.
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Results for Codonopsis clematidea at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/8/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seed $3.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Germinated 3 seedlings.
2/8/97 - growing well. Need to plant these seedlings because they do not like to be moved. Cool, moist, woodsy place with
something to climb on.
2/22/97 - planted under Cestrum in area 13.
4/26/97 - one small flower was produced, almost like a balloon flower.
5/18/97 - checked on plants, covered by Cestrum and nearly gone. Dug up roots and replanted in rock garden.
8/23/97 - no sign of life
2/7/98 - still no sign, tried new seeds and seedlings are doing okay
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seed $3.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted seeds
3/19/98 - Planted two seedlings in T11
8/23/98 - no sign, give up on this one too
Notes and images for Coleus blumei 'Cranberry Salad'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coleus blumei 'Cranberry Salad'
COMMON NAME: Painted Nettle
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Border, Container, Indoors, Greenhouse
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15-32
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: multi-colored leaves, red, yellow, green, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, but moist, rich
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May
REFERENCE NOTES:
Actually a perennial, grown as annual outside the tropics. Schenk recommends the more light-reflective colors for the shade
garden. Goes well with ferns. Easy to grow from seed in greenhouse under grow-lights. GC lists as a half-hardy annual.
Makes an excellent container plant and also great for underplanting. Variegated, colorful leaves in red, green, pink, white,
purple and yellow. Small, insignificant flowers will appear late summer. Pinch off blooms and growing shoots of young plants
to encourage bushier foliage. Prefers moist but well-drained soil and partial shade for the brightest leaf color. May be
susceptible to mealy bug, aphids or whitefly. The 'Wizard' series grows well in full sun.
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Results for Coleus blumei 'Cranberry Salad' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: HOW ACQUIRED:: Cuttings of original plants
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Rooted well.
DATE PLANTED: 5/1/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: purchase at Wallmart and others
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Grew well, took cuttings and removed.
1995 - cuttings did not do too well over winter. Many died of fungus. I still have about 20 plants that have survived out
of several flats last year. Need to take more cuttings later this spring when they are growing better.
DATE PLANTED: 4/5/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Cuttings of original plants
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
I don't think I'll bother to try to save cuttings this year. I'll start with fresh store-bought next spring.
12/31/95 - I went ahead and potted up some of it.
DATE PLANTED: 3/31/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.39 ea
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2 of 'Cranberry Salad'
did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Coleus blumei 'Freckles'
COMMON NAME: Painted Nettle
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15-32
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: multi-colored leaves, red, yellow, green, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, but moist, rich
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May
REFERENCE NOTES:
Actually a perennial, grown as annual outside the tropics. Schenk recommends the more light-reflective colors for the shade
garden. Goes well with ferns. Easy to grow from seed in greenhouse under grow-lights. GC lists as a half-hardy annual.
Makes an excellent container plant and also great for underplanting. Variegated, colorful leaves in red, green, pink, white,
purple and yellow. Small, insignificant flowers will appear late summer. Pinch off blooms and growing shoots of young plants
to encourage bushier foliage. Prefers moist but well-drained soil and partial shade for the brightest leaf color. May be
susceptible to mealy bug, aphids or whitefly. The 'Wizard' series grows well in full sun.
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Results for Coleus blumei 'Freckles' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/31/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.39 ea
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Notes and images for Coleus blumei 'Gay's Delight'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coleus blumei 'Gay's Delight'
COMMON NAME: Painted Nettle
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15-32
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: multi-colored leaves, red, yellow, green, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, but moist, rich
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May
REFERENCE NOTES:
Actually a perennial, grown as annual outside the tropics. Schenk recommends the more light-reflective colors for the shade
garden. Goes well with ferns. Easy to grow from seed in greenhouse under grow-lights. GC lists as a half-hardy annual.
Makes an excellent container plant and also great for underplanting. Variegated, colorful leaves in red, green, pink, white,
purple and yellow. Small, insignificant flowers will appear late summer. Pinch off blooms and growing shoots of young plants
to encourage bushier foliage. Prefers moist but well-drained soil and partial shade for the brightest leaf color. May be
susceptible to mealy bug, aphids or whitefly. The 'Wizard' series grows well in full sun.
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Results for Coleus blumei 'Gay's Delight' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/31/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.39 ea
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
BOTANICAL NAME: Coleus spp.
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Coleus spp. at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/18/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Nancy Swell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Nancy sent a cutting of a Coleus she got from the NCSU arboretum.
Results for Coleus spp. 'Ducks Feet' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/20/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 1.59
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/25/00 - spread well, survived through the mild winter. Took divisions.
BOTANICAL NAME: Coleus x 'Wizard Rose'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Coleus x 'Wizard Rose' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/22/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
1998 summary - not impressive.
BOTANICAL NAME: Collinsia canadensis
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Collinsia canadensis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/19/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Saundra Scarce
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 23 Upper right corner
7/2/00 - planted out in area 23
2000 summary - did not track this plant, so I don't know how it has done
BOTANICAL NAME: Colocasia affinis 'Jennings'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Colocasia affinis 'Jennings' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 7/25/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Debbie Swartz
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
7/27/00 - planted in area 15 behind Colocasia fallax
2000 summary - I am not sure this survived
BOTANICAL NAME: Colocasia antiquorum
COMMON NAME: Imperial Taro
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , Aquatic, wet,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
WATER GARDENS - does not list this species, but generally says they like shade and cannot have too much water over the
crown.
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Results for Colocasia antiquorum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/15/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
6/9/97 - I believe this did not make it.
BOTANICAL NAME: Colocasia fallax
COMMON NAME: taro
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8b to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: sun to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Colocasia fallax at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/26/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Hayes Jackson
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 15 Below pond and walkway
Planted area 15 next to Siberian Iris.
2000 summary - very fast growing and spreading, melted away in freezing temps, did not protect for winter but this is
listed in Plant Delights as hardy.
BOTANICAL NAME: Commelina dianthifolia
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6-12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
T & M - Stuning 1 in. brilliant gentian blue flowers whcih really come into their own from year two. Wide range of soils,
very choice, rarely offered.
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Results for Commelina dianthifolia at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M seed $3.69
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted control medium
5/10/98 - only two small seedlings are left and barely alive.
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M seed $3.69
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted seeds
3/19/98 - Planted two small seedlings in T10
5/1/98 - these apparently failed
Notes and images for Commelina erecta 'Sandhill Form'
BOTANICAL NAME: Commelina erecta 'Sandhill Form'
COMMON NAME: Dayflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6-8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue, profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Beautiful sky-blue flowers.
SE WILDFLOWERS - This is related to the Spiderwort. Two petals are blue and the thire smaller one is white. The flowers
appear singly each day and often disappear by noon. Used as an herb in some countries, the seeds are eaten by several
varieties of songbirds. They are common, found in dry open sandy soils, from FL west to Arizona and north to NY. Blooms from
May to frost.
FL WILDFLOWERS - #94 in open pinelands, blooms spring, summer, fall.
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Results for Commelina erecta 'Sandhill Form' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/28/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: We-Du Nurseries $4.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*9/95 - Plant is growing well and blooms every morning, but it looks weedy. Not my favorite plant.
*12/7/95 - seemed to die back about a month ago. May come back, but do I really care?
*3/5/96 - no sign
*4/1/96 - new growth
*5/14/96 - started blooming, blooms only show in the morning and gone by afternoon. Looks weedy.
*10/29/96 - I pulled some during summer, and looks like I have eradicated it. No sign now.
BOTANICAL NAME: Conradina verticillata
COMMON NAME: Cumberland Rosemary
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Rabbit Bane
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: rose purple,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, sandy
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Native of Tennessee, needs gravelly soil.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Conradina verticillata,LAMIACEAE, (Cumberland Rosemary). Green-needled aromatic shrub covered
with pink flowers in spring. Ht. less than one foot.
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DATE PLANTED: 6/7/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Siskiyou $4.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 11 Old rock garden
*9/95 - Survived the summer heat very well but has not bloomed yet.
*12/7/95 - healthy so far.
*3/5/96 - very healthy looking, evergreen
*4/1/96 - this is looking very good, should bloom well this year
*4/14/96 - started blooming, not very showy, continued thru 5/6/96
*8/10/96 - very pretty, healthy foliage, seems unaffected by the heat.
*10/29/96 - 10X18 healthy
2/10/97 - looks okay
3/26/97 - starting to bloom, lasted about two weeks
10/25/97 - stayed healthy through another summer
2/7/98 - healthy
4/12/98 - blooming
1998 summary - a great plant, pretty, compact and has a rosemay aroma when brushed against. Blooms are not showy, but plant
is very attractive. Divisions were taken and planted in trough garden.
1999 summary - division did not survive in trough garden. This plant has declined and did not bloom noticibly in 1999
2000 summary - this plant is slowly declining
DATE PLANTED: 11/8/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: division
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
11/8/98 - took divisions and planted in T47
3/10/99 - growing very well
4/16/99 - only one small sprig is still alive
5/2/99 - looks like this did not make it
BOTANICAL NAME: Consolida ambiqua
COMMON NAME: Larkspur
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: consolida ambiqua
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue, pink, white, violet,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: sun to slightly shaded areas
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
May self seed. A perrenial that must be treated as an annual in Tallahassee. N FL- plant March-May or Oct-Nov, easy to
seed. Good cut flowers.
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DATE PLANTED: 2/20/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Purchased 3 twin packs at 99 cents each. "QIS" Quality in Seeds variety. Tag says full sun, but sign at Tallahassee
nursery and references says sun to partial shade. Not sure this is the exact species, but it is an annual Delphinium. Tag
only identified as "Larkspur".
4/95 - plants are starting to bloom nicely.
5/15/95 - plants died out from the heat.
These are very pretty but must be grown as a winter annual in Tallahassee.
DATE PLANTED: 10/23/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pack
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2/14/98 - these have been blooming off and on, purple-blue, but foliage is thin and spindly. Not impressive.
4/16/98 - not very showy but pretty, need to have toward front of border.
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana'
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Tickseed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 10
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us.ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH 5.0-6.0, well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: seed, division
REFERENCE NOTES:
SUNSET 05/88 - a low spreader that seldom exceeds 6 inches high. Small orange-yellow blooms are held primly above the
leaves. It's best used as an edging in front of taller perennials or as a small-scale ground cover. It also does nicely in
containers. Full sun or part shade, keep on the dry side.
NATIVE - partial shade ok but needs at least 3-4 hours direct sun
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DATE PLANTED: 6/18/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
9/95 - this is a wonderful RG plant for here. Blooms are more orange than yellow. Has been blooming steadilly since late
August.
12/7/95 - I took a lot of divisions, so should have lots of this next year.
3/5/96 - a little frost damaged, but still looking good. Divisions planted in area 16
4/1/96 - looks okay but has not started vigorous growth yet
4/14/96 - started blooming, continued thru 5/6/96
9/25/96 - plant still looks fairly healthy, but have not had any more blooms this year.
10/29/96 - 3X10 healthy, one flower, very pretty gold color.
2/10/97 - has declined last year, very few blooms
4/3/97 - blooming now
10/25/97 - they have spread quite a bit this year, looking good
2/7/98 - sporatic blooms in late fall, early winter. appears to be a viola spp. growing within the clump now.
4/12/98 - it is spreading nicely with sporatic blooms
6/28/98 - reworked bed and moved these to area 15
1998 summary - sporatic blooms, bright gold and beautiful.
4/17/99 - great little plant, blooming again
9/27/99 - repeat blooms, very nice
1999 summary - a fantastic plant, blooms in light shade both in spring and in fall.
2000 summary - moved this to front bed to make room for other plants.
DATE PLANTED: 2/18/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: division
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
2/24/96 - planted in area 16
4/14/96 - started blooming, continued thru 6/22/96
8/25/96 - These all stopped blooming but I still have several healthy plants.
2/10/97 - did not get much bloom last year, one tiny plant still alive in this bed with a bloom every now and then
3/13/97 - starting new growth, and a few blooms
5/31/97 - blooming well now. this is looking best since I moved it here. Continued to bloom through 6/23/97
8/22/97 - looking healthy this year but not spreading much
10/24/97 - sporatic blooms, not much growth here
2/14/98 - small plant hanging on with sporatic blooms
3/23/98 - still blooming
1998 summary - this is another excellent plant for Tallahassee, I had repeat blooms all through the year.
1999 summary - great plant for this climate, bloomed off and on from spring through fall.
3/27/00 - lifted and divided.
2000 summary - increased to a nice little patch, sporatic blooming throughout the year, best in cooler times.
Notes and images for Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'
COMMON NAME: Tickseed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us.ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: seed, division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Short lived perennial but easilly seed started and self-sows. GC: C. grandiflora has a long flowering season when
deadheaded regularly, but the plants do not live long, usually 2 to 3 years in the warm climate, 4 years in the cool climate.
The daisy-like flowers are good for cutting and this perennial is easy to grow. It likes fertile to average, well-drained or
sandy soil. You may divide in the spring or fall. May also be grown as an annual. The seeds of this plant need light to
germinate. Cultivar shown is 'Sunburst'.
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Results for Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/23/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $13.95 tray (39 cents each)
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/2/97 - starting to bloom, continued through June
10/26/97 - died after blooming
Notes and images for Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunray'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis grandiflora 'Sunray'
COMMON NAME: Tickseed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18-20
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us.ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: seed, division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Short lived perennial but easilly seed started and self-sows. GC: C. grandiflora has a long flowering season when
deadheaded regularly, but the plants do not live long, usually 2 to 3 years in the warm climate, 4 years in the cool climate.
The daisy-like flowers are good for cutting and this perennial is easy to grow. It likes fertile to average, well-drained or
sandy soil. You may divide in the spring or fall. May also be grown as an annual. The seeds of this plant need light to
germinate. Cultivar shown is 'Sunburst'.
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DATE PLANTED: 10/23/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $13.95 tray (99 cents each)
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/31/97 - I believe these are also blooming
10/26/97 - died after blooming
DATE PLANTED: 10/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/10/99 - looks like they have established here well.
5/5/99 - beautiful double blossoms, blooming profusely over a week
Notes and images for Coreopsis hybrid 'Early Sunrise'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis hybrid 'Early Sunrise'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: division
REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Coreopsis hybrid 'Early Sunrise' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot $2.83
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/9/96 - started blooming and very pretty golden flowers. Continued thru 7/8/96.
8/25/96 - Did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis integrifolia
COMMON NAME: Chipola Coreopsis
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Tickseed
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: bright gold,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, avg to poor
Propagation: division
REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Coreopsis integrifolia, (Chipola River Daisy). Late summer blooming Coreopsis, with
dark-centered, golden yellow-orange daisies. Good bloomer with glossy leaves that are quite attractive. Endemic plant of
northwestern Florida. Rhizomatous, but not a particularly aggressive spreader. Height 2' or less. Perfectly hardy here. Zones
7(?)-10. (Image /JPEG / 540x420 pixels / 56KB)
Likes moist to boggy conditions in full sun.
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Results for Coreopsis integrifolia at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/8/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
10/1/95 - I took a division during the summer and transplanted to Area 9. This has not bloomed since spring.
8/25/96 - I really don't know whether this is still here or not.
4/10/97 - lots of healthy growth, and spreading. Reworked bed and transplanted some that had spread out of their area.
8/22/97 - healthy, but no further blooms
10/21/97 - did not bloom this year
1998 summary - Still no blooms, in fact I am not sure this is still alive.
7/19/99 - if it is growing here at all it is not worth recording, never a bloom. Close out record as discarded.
DATE PLANTED: 8/1/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Division from front.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
10/1/95 - Plant seems to be flourishing here. Should be nice blooms this spring.
12/7/95 - two very pretty blooms from this a week ago. looks healthy.
3/5/96 - died back, but has some new growth
10/29/96 - no blooms this year, but healthy growth.
8/28/97 - again no blooms this year
2/8/98 - must need more sun
DATE PLANTED: 3/28/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Division from front.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/28/98 - planted some divisions in area 6
7/27/98 - may have been crowded out by Lysimachia
Notes and images for Coreopsis lanceolata 'Baby Sun'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis lanceolata 'Baby Sun'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us.ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: division every 3 yrs
REFERENCE NOTES:
long lived correopsis, perennial
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sunray', (Sunray Coreopsis). Compact plants with semidouble yellow
blooms. Very popular. Grows to 2' tall.
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Results for Coreopsis lanceolata 'Baby Sun' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/10/99 - established here
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis leavenwothii
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24-36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: division
REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Coreopsis leavenwothii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/27/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*6/22/96 - started blooming and continued thru summer. Appearance is somewhat ragged and weedy
*9/22/96 - died out after blooming, was very pretty in its prime
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis rosea 'Alba'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: tickseed
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Alkaline, Neutral, Acid, well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: division in spring
REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - white flowered, with yellow eyes.
COX: blooms all summer.
GC: Pale yellow flowers seem never-ending above the fine foliage of this summer bloomer that is easy to grow. Very effective
as a mass planting or for naturalizing in a meadow garden. It goes well with a myriad of other perennial favorites, so mix
and match with a fair amount of abandon. You won't be disappointed. 'Moonbeam' and 'Golden Showers' are recommended cultivars
along with 'Zagreb' (pictured), which are not only favorites for companion planting with other flowering perennials, but
also provide an interesting texture in the winter garden with their dark, feathery stems. The period of bloom for these
cultivars is also longer than most. Remove faded flowers for continued bloom, or leave them on to dry as C. verticillata will
self-sow.
Niche offers at $4.50, recommends only for full sun, zones 3 to 10, and sandy soils.
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Results for Coreopsis rosea 'Alba' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/17/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/17/99 - planted in area 27
DATE PLANTED: 4/1/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Planted 3 in new part of area 5
7/19/99 - has been blooming for several weeks, looks good but is not showy and can get lost in the border.
9/24/99 - healthy growth this year, and bloomed well, but needs the right location to show off the flowers
Notes and images for Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream'
BOTANICAL NAME: Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream'
COMMON NAME: Pink Tickseed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Clump, Border, Naturalizer
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8-12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: US,MS,LS
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Garden Companion - This is the only moisture-loving coreopsis and it produces a lacy pink cloud of blooms above green
needle-like leaves all summer long. Prefers a heavy, moist soil and will repay with profuse flowering. Perfect for a cottage
garden as it has a sweet, old-fashioned appearance. Though often overlooked, this perennial offers up color and texture for
the gardener who is looking for the best.
Bluestone - Deep green tight foliage. The flowers are a more rose pink, and have a cheerful yellow eye. An improved variety
that was the Netherland's 1993 plant of the year.
Southern Living Garden Book - Fine textured plant 1 1/2 to 2 ft tall, pink, yellow centered flowers from summer to fall.
Unlike other species, prefers moist soil, also shorter lived.
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Results for Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/9.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/19/98 - Planted two in T26
8/23/98 - fair condition, has bloomed fairly well but plant is thin and has lots of crown fungus problems.
11/7/98 - plant was cut back, there are many seedlings - self seeded
Bluestone replacement ordered.
3/18/99 - I thought this was dead, but replacement plant from Bluestone looked the same. Evidently this is how the plant
spreads.
7/23/99 - has been blooming for several weeks, looking good.
9/24/99 - bloomed well but is difficult to place in garden. Small flowes on thin stems, floppy and wild looking.
9/30/00 - did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Coronilla varia
COMMON NAME: Crown Vetch
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Spreading, Groundcover, Erosion Control
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Alkaline, Well-drained, Dry, Average, Poor
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Useful as a groundcover, with fast-growing shoots. The soil should be slightly alkaline and this perennial is a good choice
for poor, dry soil, especially banks and slopes. It will tolerate drought and can become extremely invasive, so keep that in
mind when planting. Crown shaped, pink flowers bloom profusely from late spring until frost. Directly sow seeds with equal
amount of ryegrass, which holds the soil until Crown Vetch is established. Hasten germination by nicking the hard seed coat
or by soaking in water. Seeds germinate best at 70 - 75 degrees. Stem cuttings may be taken in the spring or fall and kept at
60 degrees for best root development. Make root divisions in spring or autumn, also. For your best results, mulch well after
planting.
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Results for Coronilla varia at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/18/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 6/7.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/18/99 - planted in area 6
1999 summary - this has not bloomed and really looks like a weed instead of a garden plant.
3/27/00 - most of it is gone now from transplanting but there is one small plant still alive.
2000 summary - died this year
BOTANICAL NAME: Corydalis cheilanthifolius
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Corydalis cheilanthifolius at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/13/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Nancy Swell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
2/8/98 - barely showing
1998 summary - plant did not survive the summer.
Notes and images for Corydalis flexuosa 'Blue Panda'
BOTANICAL NAME: Corydalis flexuosa 'Blue Panda'
COMMON NAME: False Bleeding Heart
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, well drained, rich
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
NICHE - Sky blue flowers appear in profusion in early spring and continue on and off throughout the growing season.
Glaucous-blue foliage further adds to the appeal of this perennial. I like to use corydalis near the front of the border
because of its low 1' height and its interesting flowers. In the garden, it forms a dainty, airy blue mound that is dazzling
en masse, but also very effective when used sparingly in a random manner. This newly available clumping selection grows well
for us in a partly sunny location with well-drained organic soil and good fertility. Native to the mountains of China.
(Bobby Wilder recommends this one.)
WHITE FLOWER - only rates it to zone 7 and will not guarantee here.
HORTICULTURE 4/96 - may go dormant in summer, easy to root from stem cuttings, light shade, cut back to encourage new
blooming, 'Blue Panda' is more clumping and less spreading than other C. flexuosa varieties.
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Results for Corydalis flexuosa 'Blue Panda' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/4/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: White Flower Farms 11.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Need to plant in light shade
3/4/97 - planted in area 2
3/26/97 - a few flowers starting to form
5/2/97 - bloomed well first year, a few still hanging on
5/31/97 - declining
6/9/97 - all the old growth died back, but healthy new growth started.
8/22/97 - the new growth lasted only a short while then died back. Plant is gone now, may be completely dead, but will see
if it is just dormant.
10/21/97 - no sign
2/8/98 - no sign
Notes and images for Corydalis sempervirens 'Alba'
BOTANICAL NAME: Corydalis sempervirens 'Alba'
COMMON NAME: Rock Harlequin
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24-30
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Listed as a shade tolerant RG plant by Sasha
T & M - germination temp is 60-65F.
LAWRENCE - C. sempervirons has proven itself to be a hardy annual for me, but it is worth trying for its beautiful blue-green
foliage and pink and yellow flowers in the summer.
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Results for Corydalis sempervirens 'Alba' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/7/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 50 seeds $3.45
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*12/7/95 - 6 seed sown
*12/31/95 - three seeds have germinated.
*2/12/96 - small but healthy
*2/18/96 - still 3
*3/13/96 - planted in 24
*3/27/96 - healthy looking and growing strong
*6/22/96 - daily rains are affecting, dead foliage near ground
*7/8/96 - two of the three plants have died
*8/10/96 - managed to get a little blooming from remaining plant before it died.
*These were extremely healthy and vigorous in the spring, and I really thought I'd found another good one for Tallahassee.
But when the summer rains kept coming daily, the plants just melted away.
BOTANICAL NAME: Corydalis wilsonii
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Corydalis wilsonii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Nancy Swell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Nancy sent me a small plant. Says this one is barely hardy in Richmond.
3/27/97 - planted next to 'Blue Panda'
8/22/97 - this one lasted longer than Blue Panda, but is now gone as well. May be dormant.
10/21/97 - no sign
2/8/98 - no sign
Notes and images for Cosmos hybrid 'Bright Lights'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos hybrid 'Bright Lights'
COMMON NAME: Cosmos
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 31-40
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, orange, red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: N FL- plant in mid March-May, remove August, easy
REFERENCE NOTES:
May self seed. GC: This is a hardy annual that is drought tolerant once established. Leaves are wider than other species
and are a medium green. The feathery leaves provide an airy background for the flowers which are a rich, bright orange-red.
The long blooming period runs from spring into the autumn. In cool climates, plant when the ground is able to be worked in
spring; in warmer climates you may plant in spring or fall. Prefers a soil that is not too rich as that will produce rather
lanky and tall specimens.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cosmos hybrid 'Bright Lights' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/6/96 - started blooming shortly after transplant, continued thru 6/22/96
7/8/96 - overshadowed by Tithonia, gone
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos hybrid 'Dwarf Yellow'
COMMON NAME: Cosmos
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 16
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Various, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a dwarf Cosmos, reaching only 16 inches according to the plant tag.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cosmos hybrid 'Dwarf Yellow' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 5/22/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cents
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
9/95 - Did not survive summer heat.
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/9/96 - blooming when planted, continued thru 6/22/96
overshadowed by Tithonia, this is gone
Notes and images for Cosmos hybrid 'Lady Bird Mix'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos hybrid 'Lady Bird Mix'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: orange/yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a dwarf Cosmos, reaching only 24 inches according to the plant tag.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cosmos hybrid 'Lady Bird Mix' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/18/98 - beginning to die back in heat
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos hybrid 'Sensation'
COMMON NAME: Cosmos
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 31-40
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow, orange, red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: N FL- plant in mid March-May, remove August, easy
REFERENCE NOTES:
May self seed. GC: This is a hardy annual that is drought tolerant once established. Leaves are wider than other species
and are a medium green. The feathery leaves provide an airy background for the flowers which are a rich, bright orange-red.
The long blooming period runs from spring into the autumn. In cool climates, plant when the ground is able to be worked in
spring; in warmer climates you may plant in spring or fall. Prefers a soil that is not too rich as that will produce rather
lanky and tall specimens.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cosmos hybrid 'Sensation' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Butchart Gardens 85 cents
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
12/27/97 - planted control medium
5/10/98 - did not make it
Notes and images for Cosmos hybrid 'Signet Tangerine'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos hybrid 'Signet Tangerine'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: orange/yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a dwarf Cosmos, reaching only 12 inches according to the plant tag.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cosmos hybrid 'Signet Tangerine' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
BOTANICAL NAME: Cosmos spp. 'Sonata Mix'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: lavender, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a dwarf Cosmos, reaching only 12 inches according to the plant tag.
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Results for Cosmos spp. 'Sonata Mix' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pack
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/31/98 - pretty flowers
DATE PLANTED: 3/13/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Notes and images for Cotoneaster dammeri 'Royal Beauty'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cotoneaster dammeri 'Royal Beauty'
COMMON NAME: Rock Spray Cotoneaster
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (deciduous)
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Dry, Average
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a very decorative plant with a low and spreading habit. Though it grows to a height of 2 feet, it will spread out to
form a dense, stiff-branched mound. Leaves are small and a glossy, dark green. In the late spring and early autumn,
pinkish-white flowers appear which are followed by bright red fruits.
Bluestone - 'Royal Beauty' is cultivar of C. dammeri. Short, 1 ft, prostrate cotoneaster. Long arching branches are almost
horizontal, somtimes rooting at the tips. Makes a dense low cover whose best feature is the colorful red berries that are
present for such a long time. Branches can be three feet long, but are never very high. Needs no trimming. Requires some
winter protection in the north.
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Results for Cotoneaster dammeri 'Royal Beauty' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/18/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 11 Old rock garden
3/18/99 - planted in area 11
4/17/99 - doing well
1999 summary - established itself quite well, but this is not a particularly showy plant.
2000 summary - healthy
Notes and images for Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Tom Thumb'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Tom Thumb'
COMMON NAME: Rock Spray Cotoneaster
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (deciduous)
HABIT, USES: Low, Spreading, Rock Garden, Hedge, Border, Foliage, Edging
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Dry, Average
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a very decorative plant with a low and spreading habit. Though it grows to a height of 2 feet, it will spread out to
form a dense, stiff-branched mound. Leaves are small and a glossy, dark green. In the late spring and early autumn,
pinkish-white flowers appear which are followed by bright red fruits.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Cotoneaster horizontalis 'Tom Thumb' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/4/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 6.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Replacement for Escallonia
2/14/98 - appears to be well established and healthy
4/12/98 - don't know what happened but it died suddenly. Got a replacement from Tallahassee Nurseries and planted it in
Area 7
7/27/98 - several branches died
BOTANICAL NAME: Crinum sp. 'mixed'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
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Results for Crinum sp. 'mixed' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/13/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Anita - fall swap
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
three different cultivars received
2000 summary - new
BOTANICAL NAME: Crinum x 'Ellen Bosanquet'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Plant Delights - Crinum lilies are a truly classic southern passalong plant. Crinums thrive for hundreds of years at
abandoned home sites where daffodils have long ago turned up their toes. The giant clumps of bold tropical lily-like foliage
make an imposing architectural statement in the garden. In summer, the clumps are adorned with an array of pink to white
flower types...usually fragrant. Crinums are extremely adaptable...either in dry or in boggy soils
Crinum 'Ellen Bosanquet' ( Crinum Lily ) Sun to Part Sun 24" tall Zone: 7-10, possibly colder Origin: Hybrid
This is still considered one of the finest crinum lilies for the home garden. This vigorously multiplying hybrid (possibly C
. 'JC
Harvey' x C. scabrum) was hybridized in Florida during the 1920's by Louis Bosanquet and named after his wife. C. 'Ellen
Bosanquet' begins flowering in mid June and continues through most of the summer. The large reddish purple flowers on 2'
stalks emit a delightful spicy fragrance. The rosette of wavy, glossy, tropical looking foliage is a great addition to the
garden even without the flowers. Catalog #02193
http://www.crinum.org/crinpics/fig_68.html - picture and description
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Results for Crinum x 'Ellen Bosanquet' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/24/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Rizanino Reyes
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
2000 summary - new
BOTANICAL NAME: Crinum x powellii
COMMON NAME: Summer Amaryllis
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: Upright, Clump, Ornamental, Fragrance, Border, Cutting Bed,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, White, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
These summer-flowering bulbs are easy to grow and provide graceful, fragrant blossoms which are large and plentiful. The
leaves are a deep green color and arch into an attractive clump. Flowers are held in clusters on top of a thick stem and each
cluster may carry from 12 to 15 blooms. A good choice for the coastal garden in mild climates. Bulbs should be planted with
their necks slightly above the soil. They like a sunny spot with protection, so the base of a south or west facing wall would
be a good choice. 'Album' is the cultivar pictured.
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Results for Crinum x powellii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/19/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Merilyn W. Crain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
Area 5 near other Crinum
2000 summary - new
DATE PLANTED: 7/14/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Pamela Esquivel
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
Received 4 unidentified Crinums.
2000 summary - new
BOTANICAL NAME: Crocosmia sp.
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Crocosmia sp. at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/25/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Brian Bruning
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 8 Above retaining wall
2000 summary - I do not recall where these were planted.
BOTANICAL NAME: Crocosmia x 'Jenny Bloom'
COMMON NAME: Montbretia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: reddish orange,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: underground stems, corms
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Crocosmia x 'Jenny Bloom' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/1/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Nancy Rowell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 16 Left of waterfall
*10/1/95 - Moved bulbs from lower retaining wall to back yard.
*3/5/96 - started growing in early winter, then froze back, now has new growth again.
*6/23/96 - some blooms, but not as showy as last year
This can be very pretty in the right place.
2/10/97 - seems to have spread this year. lots of new foliage coming up
8/28/97 - did not bloom here
1998 summary - plenty of healthy looking plants, but no blooms again this year.
1999 summary - still has not bloomed in this location, but it has spread well. I should transplant some to area 6 where
there are more oranges. Maybe among Hedychium coccineums.
2000 summary - well it is still growing, but has not bloomed in this shady area
BOTANICAL NAME: Crossandra infundibuliformis
COMMON NAME: Firecracker Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12-24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: scarlet, apricot,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,1,2
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, humusy
Propagation: cuttings or seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
Scarlet or apricot colored flat flowers are borne in showy spikes up to 6 in. long, which resemble bunches of firecrackers.
Glossy green leaves. Spread is 12-15 inches. Needs partial shade and high humidity in summer, sun in winter. Maintain in
greenhouse in winter (above freezing).
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Results for Crossandra infundibuliformis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/1/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*Cuttings taken from potted plant. This will make a good shade plant.
*1995 - did not survive in greenhouse. Apparently a fungus got to it.
BOTANICAL NAME: Ctnenathe pilosa
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Ctnenathe pilosa at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/15/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Kemberly McLain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: GREENHOUSE Greenhouse
Kemberly believes the plant with the white splotch is Ctnenathe
pilosa.
2000 summary - potted up and moved to the greenhouse for the winter.
Notes and images for Cuphea hybrid 'Georgia Scarlet'
BOTANICAL NAME: Cuphea hybrid 'Georgia Scarlet'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: purple, white, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: division, Seeds, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Cuphea hybrid 'Georgia Scarlet' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 7/5/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.50 gt sale
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
1999 summary - established itself very well into a nice bushy flowering plant. Sporatic blooms through summer.
3/27/00 - lifted and transplanted to another part of the same bed, plant has reestablished easily and has been blooming
sporatically all month.
2000 summary - not sure whether this survived, was overshadowed by large gingers.
BOTANICAL NAME: Cuphea hyssopifolia
COMMON NAME: Mexican Heather
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: False Heather, Elfin Herb
TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Low, Clump, Border, Hedge, Ornamental
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: purple, white, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: division, Seeds, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Seems to grow anywhere. GC: Grown for its evergreen foliage and profuse white flowers that have a long blooming season.
Because it is a low-growing shrub, it is often used as a border, edging or low hedge. Grow this native Mexican plant in
well-drained, organically rich soil. Full sun is best.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Cuphea hyssopifolia : LYTHRACEAE, (Mexican Heather). This 18-24" native of Mexico and
Guatemala is best used in a mass in full sun, though partial shade will not markedly lessen flowering. Our plants are the
real thing (i.e., not 'Allyson'), with rosy-purple flowers constantly produced amid tiny, linear leaves. Tender to
frost-protect well in winter or use as an annual. Hardy here. Zones 8b-11. (Image / JPEG / 376x258pixels / 36KB)
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Results for Cuphea hyssopifolia at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/16/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Karen purchased and planted.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 12 Above old rock garden
Can't kill it. Thrives on neglect.
DATE PLANTED: 6/19/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Mary Haik
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
7/2/00 - planted out in area 6
2000 summary - grew and bloomed in early October.
BOTANICAL NAME: Cuphea micropetala
COMMON NAME: Cigar Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: C. ignea (cigar plant)
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36-48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink and white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Simon & Schuster list the C. ignea, as a plant for partial shade that will bloom all year. (NOTE: same genus as Mexican
heather which does likewise.)
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Results for Cuphea micropetala at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/19/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Mary Haik
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
7/2/00 - planted out in area 6
2000 summary - not sure about this one.
BOTANICAL NAME: Cycas revoluta
COMMON NAME: Sago Palm, Japanese Fern Palm
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: tree (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Upright, Ornamental, Border, Foliage, Container, Fruit
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division
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An ancient genus of slow-growing evergreens which are grown for their beautiful dark green, glossy palm-like fronds that
radiate from the trunk-like woody stem. They will eventually grow to a height and spread of 10 feet but it will take several
generations. Even when very small they are an excellent accent plant and provide good texture, form and color year-round.
These plants are used extensively in landscape architecture.
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Results for Cycas revoluta at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/13/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Rachel - fall swap
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 27 Patio garden
4 pups received
2000 summary - nice sagos
BOTANICAL NAME: Cyclamen cilicium
COMMON NAME: Hardy Cyclamen
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 3
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: dark red, violet, pink or white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
T & M - special germination instructions to 1. SOAK for 12 hours, then seal in bag and place in darkness until germination,
Temp is 55-60 F and should not be exceeded! This is apparently a hardy species from z 5-9.
SISKIYOU - 2 in high by 6 in spread, part shade, loam & humus, mostly pale pink with a maroon base, sweetly fragrant, neat
mottled leaves, somewhat dished. ($7.95)
LAWRENCE - bridges the gap between fall and winter blooming species, smaller more delicate flowers than C. hederifolium,
relatively short-lived but easilly germinated seeds (hah!). It grows best among tree roots where summer moisture is scarce
and where sunshine is abundant after the leaves have fallen.
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Results for Cyclamen cilicium at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 99 cent seed
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/15/95 - special instr. seed sown.
Plant in an island among tree roots, well drained in summer and sunny in winter.
1/25/96 - removed cover from seeds. two have germinated.
2/12/96 - took one into the office
12/96 - did not survive. One in greenhouse still alive
Time to plant out! Try a "dry" area among tree roots. Area 2 above wall on right side?
2/27/97 - tried to transplant but little more than a leaf was alive. I doubt it will make it.
DATE PLANTED: 1/3/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes 74 cents each
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
On Lowes reduced rack, two Cyclamen of unknown species.
BOTANICAL NAME: Cymbalaria muralis
COMMON NAME: Kenilworth Ivy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 1-2
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue/yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: n/l
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SCHENK - A European native. Pictured on page 152. Will spread either up or down walls. Flowers are lilac, or rarely white.
Good for wall crevices.
Siskiyou - full sun to part shade, sandy loam and peat, moss substitute, for walls and crevices.
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DATE PLANTED: 6/28/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: We-Du Nurseries $3.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 11 Old rock garden
*9/95 - This died shortly after it was planted. I should not have tried to plant so late in the summer.
*12/7/95 - never any sign of life.
*This really never had a chance. Most of the plants I ordered from We-Du were not well rooted or established, and I
ordered them too late in the season.
3/29/97 - How appropriate that just before Easter this should reappear so long after it was given up for lost. It even has
tiny blue and yellow blooms on it now.
6/9/97 - noticed a few more blooms
10/25/97 - slowly spreading and doing fine
2/7/98 - very slow growth but healthy
4/12/98 - very nice, spreading and blooming
1998 summary - looked very good until late summer.
3/11/99 - lots of healthy growth
1999 summary - declined in dry weather this year.
3/27/00 - again, this plant has bounced back. Slowly spreading among the limerocks on the wall.
2000 summary - slow growth and not covering but nice petite plant
BOTANICAL NAME: Cymbidium sinense
COMMON NAME: orchids
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: red,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, very well drained, rich
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Schenk says this is an easy orchid to grow, and can be planted in well drained soil in the ground.
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Results for Cymbidium sinense at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/25/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Brian Bruning
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: POTTING AREA Potted plant
BOTANICAL NAME: Cymbopogon citratus
COMMON NAME: Lemon Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: Clump, Culinary, Foliage, Ornamental, Fragrance
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds, Root cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
This fragrant grass has been in cultivation for many centuries and has long been prized for its culinary and medicinal
attributes as well as its aromatic, lemony fragrance which was used to make perfumes. Still used today, it has enjoyed a
recent resurgence in popularity. Another ornamental grass which looks best when highlighted by early morning or late
afternoon sunlight, which brings out the golden color of the yellow-green leaves. Full sun is best, but this evergreen grass
will tolerate some light shade and prefers a moist soil. Drought tolerant once established.
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Results for Cymbopogon citratus at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/22/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Larry Kacer
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
8/22/97 - this established well and looks healthy
10/24/97 - growing well
2/14/98 - quite healthy thru the mild winter. almost to big for the area
4/19/98 - moved to yard area
1998 summary - healthy and carefree.
4/16/99 - moved to area 6
1999 summary - fast growing and pretty arching grassy leaves.
3/27/00 - cut back
2000 summary - this may have died out, declined due to crowding from gingers, and then we had a very hard freeze.
BOTANICAL NAME: Cyperus spp.
COMMON NAME: Papyrus
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: umbrella sedge
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
WG - Grasslike perennials that will grow almost anywhere, in full shade to lighter shades.
SUNSET 3/88 - C alternifolius is the Umbrella Plant. C. papyrus is the bulrush of the Old Testament. C. alt.. is 2 to 4 ft
tall, long narrow firm leaves pinwheel out atop slender green stems. The leaves of C. papyrus are very fine, thread-like,
really, giving the foliage head a feathery quality. The stems stretch up 6 to 10 ft. Rich soil, kept wet. In summer you
can sink pots into garden pools. If plants become crowded, knock them out of their pots then divide and replant. Shorter
Cuperus are C. Alternifolius 'Gracilis' and C. isocladus - both to 18 inches.
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Results for Cyperus spp. at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/30/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 14 Pond
Not sure what species this is. 10/20/95 - Transplanted into pots and placed in main pond.
3/5/96 - turned brown from cold
10/29/96 - this improved a lot during the summer. Repotted into larger pot.
10/26/97 - stayed healthy through the past year
2/7/98 - evergreen so far this year
1999 summary - easy to grow
2000 summary - kept contained in pots it is great for the water garden
BOTANICAL NAME: Cyrtomium falcatum
COMMON NAME: Holly Fern
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Japanese Holly Fern
TYPE PLANT: fern
HABIT, USES: Compact, Indoors
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to full shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Listed by Marshall as a groundcover for shade. GC: Grown for its evergreen fronds which have large, holly-like leaves along
slender stems. As an ornamental accent, this is a superb choice. Use as an underplanting under large shrubs or trees or as a
border or edging plant for a shade garden.
PLANT DELIGHTS- $6.00
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Results for Cyrtomium falcatum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lee and Nancy Swell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 10 Right side of driveway
10/1/95 - doing fine
3/5/96 - some cold damage but not bad
Spore collected in fall
2/10/97 - healthy looking and still growing.
2/7/98 - very healthy controlled growth. Spores from last year developed well and plants are doing well also.
1999 summary - ferns are established in bed
