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Notes and images for Echinacea purpurea 'Bright Star'
BOTANICAL NAME: Echinacea purpurea 'Bright Star'
COMMON NAME: Purple Coneflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Clump, Border, Cutting Bed, Medicinal
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pinkish purple, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 7,8,9
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH 6.0-7.0, well drained, rich sandy
Propagation: division, seeds
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Rarely found in wild east of Mississippi. One of the easiest perenniels to grow in Tallahassee.
GC: In recent years, this large perennial has become a favorite. It is easy to grow and when started early in the year, will
bloom in its first season. The large daisy-like flowers are excellent for cutting and have a prominent, brown central cone
surrounded by purple or pink, drooping petals. This perennial requires moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It will tolerate
wind and drought. The foliage is comprised of lance-shaped, dark green leaves. There is also a white-flowering form
available. Historically, this plant has been grown for its medicinal properties and is still used today to make commercial
herbal remedies. Niche Gardens sells this for $4.50 and only lists for full sun.
NATIVE - heres one that likes near-neutral soil
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Echinacea purpurea, (Purple Coneflower). To 3'. Drought tolerant American native. Pale purple,
cone-shaped, orange centered flowers during the summer months, occasionally until frost. Requires good drainage and ample
sun, and a neutral to alkaline soil - excessively acid soils or those with poor drainage may be fatal. Zones 4-9.
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Results for Echinacea purpurea 'Bright Star' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/16/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Division of older plant.
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*9/95 - Growing well and looking healthy, but no blooms yet.
*4/1/96 - new growth just emerging
*6/23/96 - has been blooming for a week, continued thru the summer
8/23/97 - very pretty blooms all summer
BOTANICAL NAME: Echinacea spp. 'Bravado'
COMMON NAME: Cone Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Echinacea spp. 'Bravado' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
3/10/99 - not sure whether these got established or not.
5/5/99 - unsure of cultivar, but moved them to new area 5
7/19/99 - healthy and blooming well
1999 summary - most of the time this plant does not look healthy. Probably need more sun.
2000 summary - these really looke pretty here this year, at their best in May and June.
BOTANICAL NAME: Echinacea spp. 'Magnus'
COMMON NAME: Cone Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - extra large pink flowers
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Results for Echinacea spp. 'Magnus' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/$7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
10/24/97 - establishing itself well
2/14/98 - must be dormant
4/19/98 - I think there are two plants alive
6/27/98 - blooming
1998 summary - these have survived but not thrived here.
3/29/99 - no sign of life at all, ordered replacements.
4/1/99 - planted in new part of area 5
7/19/99 - healthy and blooming well
1999 summary - not healthy most of the year.
2000 summary - not sure about the cultivars, mixed up.
Results for Echinacea spp. 'White Swan' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos $1.88
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
5/18/96 - just starting to form flower, bloomed profusely thru 7/8/96
8/25/96 - don't know why this seems to be dying out.
9/22/96 - no sign of life.
DATE PLANTED: 11/2/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent two pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Replaced in same area where this did not survive before.
2/10/97 not sure whether the replacements are alive.
3/26/97 - coming back now
5/31/97 - blooming, continued through 8/22/97
10/22/97 - declined due to dry weather
4/19/98 - one plant appears to still be alive
6/27/98 - blooming very well now, very nice
1998 summary - bloomed briefly but has not thrived here
BOTANICAL NAME: Eomecon chionantha
COMMON NAME: Snow Poppy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, moist, rich, humusy
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Eomecon chionantha : PAPAVERACEAE, (Snow Poppy). Rhizomatous perennial, a relative of
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Grown for its white flowers in spring, and its 6" rounded (cordate) leaves. Height about
18 inches. Give a rich, moist soil in half to full shade. Eastern China. Zones 7-9.
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Results for Eomecon chionantha at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 5/15/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Southern Perennials $4.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 23 Upper right corner
8/10/96 - growing vigorously and spreading by underground rhyzomes. Need to watch this one, as it appears to be invasive.
9/22/96 - pulled several new starts out that were moving into other areas. They spread by thick surface roots/rhyzomes.
Need to ask Mike Bridges about this.
10/13/96 - moved them to Area 23 due to invasive habit
2/10/97 - still pulling pieces from Area 2! It seems to be more controlled here, and one small bloom so far. Actually very
nice.
3/17/97 - growing well but there were no more blooms.
3/26/97 - started blooming again but sparse
8/28/97 - they are starting to spread through the garden area now, and the original plants are not looking so good.
2/14/98 - spreading throughout this area, a really invasive plant. One small piece of a root will start to grow. Blooming
sparsely, not bad looking, but not a really thick groundcover.
3/31/98 - very nice blooms this year, but it is getting out of bounds, spreads too aggressively
5/20/98 - weeded and potted up divisions
1998 summary - grows well where nothing else will, in shaded area choked with tree roots from large Oak tree.
1999 summary - dry shade choked with tree roots is finally taking its toll. Died back in dry weather and did not look as
good in spring.
BOTANICAL NAME: Epimedium grandiflorum
COMMON NAME: Longspur Epimedium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Barrenwort, Bishop's Hat
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Clump, Groundcover
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8-10
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pinkish violet and white, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, Moist, Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
TAYLOR - recommends these as easy care shade flowers. E. grandiflorum recommended by US National Arboretum. She says height
is 12-18 inches.
LAWRENCE - these do well in the South, many species listed in her book. Delicate little spurred flowers are like tiny
columbines.
SCHENK - Japanese wildflower, all climates. grow as slowly widening clumps. Propagate by cutting the tough basal part of
plant into wedges.
SISKIYOU - "aristocrat of grouncovers for shade" long lived perennials, dainty flowers and handsome foliage.
GC - A garden plant which some gardeners consider to be the king of groundcovers. Epimediums prefer shade and will remain
evergreen in the warm climates. They require good, loamy soil to allow them to spread but they will not spread as rapidy as
some other groundcover plants, so be patient. Flowers are pink or reddish-mauve, have twisted petals that are tipped with
white and appear in the spring in airy little clusters. The foliage changes color with the seasons: pink-veined in the spring
turning to an overall bronze by the fall. Old, wiry stems may be pruned out in the spring. 'Violaceum' is pictured. 'Rose
Queen' is another popular cultivar.
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Results for Epimedium grandiflorum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/12/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: WeDu 8.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/12/97 - planted in area 21. Plant not gowing that well when received from WeDu.
8/28/97 - not sure if this is still alive, new growth believed to be Epimedium, but could be a weed
10/30/97 - no sign of life, hoping it is just summer dormant
2/14/98 - still no new growth, but hoping
5/18/98 - still no sign, apparently it is gone
Notes and images for Epiphyllum unknown 'Brian-flat-one4383'
BOTANICAL NAME: Epiphyllum unknown 'Brian-flat-one4383'
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 Epiphyllum unknown 'Brian-flat-one4383' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/25/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Brian Bruning
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: POTTING AREA Potted plant
Notes and images for Epiphyllum unknown 'Kemberly-4384'
BOTANICAL NAME: Epiphyllum unknown 'Kemberly-4384'
COMMON NAME: zig zag plant
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:
Found another "zig zag" cactus a/k/a ric-rac cactus, as follows.
http://www.tropiflora.com/creport/v10n2p6.html - Tropiflora
Cryptocereus anthonyanus Called Ric-Rac or Zig-Zag cactus, it is an epiphytic cactus with a most unusual stem.
The blades of the stem are flattened and lobbed on the margins in a wavy fashion, giving the plant its bizarre
appearance. A vigorous grower, it makes flowing hanging baskets in a relatively short time. The fragrant flowers open at
night with large pale yellow and purple petals. Large plants do not ship well due to the stiffness of the foliage, which
breaks easily. We are offering generous sized cuttings which are easy to root, three pieces, enough to start a full basket,
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Results for Epiphyllum unknown 'Kemberly-4384' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/15/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Kemberly McClain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: POTTING AREA Potted plant
BOTANICAL NAME: Equisetum hyemale
COMMON NAME: Horsetail Reed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist to wet,
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Prefers shade in warm regions. Plant in water with up to 6 inches over crown.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Equisetum hyemale : EQUISETACEAE, (Common Horsetail, Scouring Rush). Primitive creature, with
siliceous stems sometimes used in polishing or scouring. Reedlike plants have hollow stems which make great bud vases in the
bog garden. Invasive as all get-out, so erect a good barrier to its underground travels; or grow in sealed containers, or
just let it go and let your neighbors worry about it! To 3' tall. Eastern N. Amer. Zones 3-9.
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Results for Equisetum hyemale at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/30/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
10/20/95 - moved to pots an placed in lower pond
3/5/96 - evergreen thru cold, but not vigorous
10/29/96 - improved over summer, looking healthy
10/26/97 - grew well this year
1999 summary - this had apparently died out last year.
BOTANICAL NAME: Equisetum scirpoides
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Horsetail Reed
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist to wet,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Equisetum scirpoides, (Dwarf Horsetail, Dwarf Scouring Rush). 6" horsetail. Very cute. N.
Amer. Zones 3-9
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Results for Equisetum scirpoides at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/30/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.00
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
10/20/95 - placed in pots and moved to main pond.
3/5/96 - evergreen
10/29/96 - came back during summer, healthy
10/26/97 - grew well this year
1999 summary - apparently died last year.
BOTANICAL NAME: Eragrostis curvala
COMMON NAME: Weeping Japanese Love Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Red, Purple, Profuse
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, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Eragrostis curvala at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/22/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Larry Kacer
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
8/22/97 - is surviving but not healthy looking
9/14/97 - looks like it may have died
BOTANICAL NAME: Eragrostis spectabilis
COMMON NAME: Purple Love Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Sand Love Grass
TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: Low, Clump, Groundcover, Border, Cutting Bed, Dried Arrangemen
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 10
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Red, Purple, Profuse
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, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Garden Companion - Grown for use in mass plantings or as a compact border grass with a soft, feathery texture. Purple-red
flowers add some interest in the summer and are held in fluffy panicles. The foliage becomes tinged with purple-red in the
autumn. This grass prefers sandy, well-drained soil and full sun.
Bluestone - ten inch mass of confused green foliage. Clouds of pink tiny seed heads swarm over creating a cloud effect, like
Gypsophila. Full sun, hot sandy soil.
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Results for Eragrostis spectabilis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/9.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/19/98 - Planted three in T10
8/23/98 - growing well but this is a very weedy looking grass. Not sure where to put it that might look better, but not
appropriate for the rock garden.
11/7/98 - this seems to have gone into dormancy
3/10/99 - moved to T07
3/29/99 - no sign of growth, ordered replacement from Bluestone.
DATE PLANTED: 4/1/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Planted replacements in new part of area 5
7/19/99 - I cannot make up my mind whether I like this plant. It is healthy and thriving, but almost looks weedy. Then if
you look at it form a distance, it is really quite pretty, with airy blooms that form a cloud above the grassy foliage.
1999 summary - looks a little weedy, but performed well
BOTANICAL NAME: Erica erigena 'Brightness'
COMMON NAME: Irish Heath
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Lilac Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH slightly acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings, Division, Layering
REFERENCE NOTES:
Siskiyou - Neat greyish foliage turning purple-green in the winter. bright lilac-pink flowers continue March-May. Need to
plant in full sun, but shade the roots or afternoon shade.
LAWRENCE - Ericas are best of heaths for southern climate. Generally require a light acid, moisture holding medium of rotted
leaves, peat and sand. Does not mention this species. Will probably bloom late winter here.
Heather Society of America - http://www.users.zetnet.co.uk/heather/hhg/cvs/E_eri.html
'Brightness'-- Lilac pink (H11) flowers, Mar-May, with purple/green foliage in winter,lightening to a glaucous green in
summer. One of the least hardy of the species. Ht. 46-60cm. Spd. 46-60cm.
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Results for Erica erigena 'Brightness' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 2/26/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Siskiyou 4.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
2/26/97 - very healthy looking when received from Siskiyou
6/9/97 - doing well so far, not much bigger, but healthy bright green, and no sign of trouble so far.
8/22/97 - continues to look healthy with some new growth
10/24/97 - it declined a bit in late summer but is now looking healthy
2/14/98 - slow growth, seems healthy
4/26/98 - moved it to new trough garden, trough number 68
8/23/98 - good condition
11/7/98 - good
3/10/99 - a few very tiny blooms in February
7/23/99 - healthy looking, seems to stay same size. There have been only a few sprigs that have turned brown and had to be
pruned off.
9/24/99 - healthy
3/27/00 - have done some light pruning out of a few dead branches. Did not notice any blooming this year at all. Plant
overall looks healthy.
2000 summary - unchanging, a few twigs died back and were pruned but overall healthy. Might bloom better next spring due to
BOTANICAL NAME: Erigeron quercifolius
COMMON NAME: Daisy Fleabane
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Southern Fleabane
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5,6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
FL WILDFLOWERS - Common weeds of old fields throughout Florida. Blue lavender rays (100-200), 2-7 dm tall.
SE WILDFLOWERS - E. quercifolius is shorter than E. philadelphicus. Found in open pinelands fields, roadsides. Sometimes
blooms also in fall.
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Results for Erigeron quercifolius at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/6/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*12/31/95 - this seems to have taken hold just fine and is still healthy looking after mid-20's nights.
*3/5/96 - healthy, lighter green with broader leaves than E. speciosus. Looks a bit weedy.
*3/17/96 - moved to area 12
*4/23/96 - started blooming, small 'fleabane' flowers on tall stalks. Continued bloom until 5/20/96
Notes and images for Erigeron speciosus 'Pink Jewel'
BOTANICAL NAME: Erigeron speciosus 'Pink Jewel'
COMMON NAME: Fleabane
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Dainty Daisy
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 20
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - Double flowers in summer.
DIGEST - says it is less showy than many other plants. 'Pink Jewel' is listed as single flower, baby pink, 24 inches.
Digest says it needs full sun and well drained soil (will tolerate dry). Plants spread slowly.
COX - says zones 4 - 8 and bloom June to Sept. Soil should be light, sandy and well drained.
EXPERT - says it will thrive in sun or light shade.
DICTIONARY - lists a number of other hybrids and pictured #1118 to #1123
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Results for Erigeron speciosus 'Pink Jewel' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$4.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*Need to make sure this is in a location where it can get some sun.
*10/1/95 - It is doing okay, but not spreading or growing much. I moved one plant to the RG.
*3/5/96 - alive but not vigorous. Not much difference between these two and the one in the RG.
*3/17/96 - moved these also to RG.
DATE PLANTED: 6/7/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Replacement
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*9/95 - Two of these have been moved to the RG and are doing just fine.
*3/5/96 - evergreen and healthy. slow growing
*4/1/96 - move other one from area 21 and all three are healthy but not growing vigorously
*9/25/96 - these have died back but may still be alive
2/5/97 - they disappeared completely, and never bloomed. Bluestone will replace
3/20/97 - Planted in area 7
5/18/97 - started blooming, and bloomed very briefly.
7/18/97 - plants seemed to be dead, but found the root system when I was reworking the bed and replanted.
8/22/97 - no sign of revival
9/14/97 - need to give up on this one
BOTANICAL NAME: Erinus alpinus
COMMON NAME: Summer Starwort
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Fairy Foxglove
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 3-6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, poor
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
LAWRENCE - grew masses of these, completely self-sufficient in light shade and stony soil, self seeded.
T & M - flowers late winter, summer, evergreen tufts of pink flowers. Easy grower, needs sun.
SISKIYOU - common name Fairy Foxglove. Tiny little mountain plants from Europe that are easy, colorful and reseed nicely
onto mossy rocks or into crevices without becoming nuisances. Flower spikes may appear in May and often later. zone 4-10.
sun or part shade.
Expert-Rock - A true alpine growing wild in the mountains of Europe and sometimes seen as a naturalized plant in cracks and
crannies in old buildings and walls. It is small and short lived, but this is not a problem as a self sown seedlings take
over providing small mounds of tiny green leaves. Clusters of small starry flowers appear on short wiry stalks, a splash of
pink, white or ted which lasts until midsummer or even longer. There is just one species of Erinus.
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Results for Erinus alpinus at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/8/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seeds $2.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Germinated well, 12 seedlings. Only 3-6 inches tall, needs light shade or part sun, crevice plant, rocky soil okay. need
to find place in RG or new rock bed near waterfall in sandy soil.
3/2/97 - planted area 14
5/31/97 - tiny blue-violet blooms for the past several days, continued thru 6/23/97, looking very good
8/23/97 - these looked good through July, but have deteriated since then. May have had some insect damage
2/7/98 - not sure, could be some still living. Planted more seed.
4/12/98 - gone
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seeds $2.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - seeds sown
5/10/98 - most were planted out. One plant remains in potting area.
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seeds $2.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted seeds
3/19/98 - Planted three small seedlings in T09
8/23/98 - did not survive, need to give up on this plant, will not make it though the summers after several attempts.
BOTANICAL NAME: Erodium glandulosum 'Roseum'
COMMON NAME: Crane's Bill
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Heronsbill, Storksbill
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: deep pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SISKIYOU- Lacy gresh green foliage. Deep pink, purple-eyed flowers all summer. Can withstand high heat and even some
drought. Fragrant foliage, tolerant of acid or limy soils. Photo pg 5
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Results for Erodium glandulosum 'Roseum' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 2/26/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Siskiyou 5.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Plant did not look really healthy when received.
6/23/97 - browning of foliage with daily rain and heat
8/23/97 - looks like this did not make it.
BOTANICAL NAME: Erodium spp. 'Charm'
COMMON NAME: Heronsbill, Storksbill
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 3
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - Dainty rock garden plant. Tiny pink flowers over miniture silvery foliage in early summer. Tolerates sun and
dryness. Forms creeping mat.
Expert-Rock - There are a number of species and the names in catalogues are muddled. (Most likely this is E. reichardii or
E. chamaedrioides). Good for a sunny rock garden or trough. They are long lived and not fussy about soil type. The
foliage as well as the blooms are attractive. The ususal flower colour is white or pink with a network of red veins. The
common name refers to the long and beaked fruits.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/$6.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*3/22/96 - planted
*3/27/96 - one very pretty delicate flower, nice!, sporatic blooming continued to 6/22/96, very nice.
*7/8/96 - Blooming stopped, but still looks healthy.
*8/24/96 - Sadly, two of the three plants have succombed to the heat. The third still looks fairly healthy, and even
managed some more flowers this week. This one is certainly worth the effort to keep it going.
*9/2/96 - this one is gone now as well.
DATE PLANTED: 9/27/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone replacement
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
10/19/96 - one of these seems to be dead and second one is not very healthy.
10/29/96 - only one of them looks healthy now 2.5x4
2/5/97 - Bluestone will replace 2 of them
4/3/97 - a few blooms
6/9/97 - have continued to get a few blooms.
8/23/97 - give up on this one. they all died again this summer
BOTANICAL NAME: Erythronium umbilicatum
COMMON NAME: Trout Lily
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Dog Tooth Violet
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Rich, Moderately
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC - Pendent, yellow blooms and attractively mottled green and bronze foliage are most becoming in this woodland perennial.
Partial shade and a rich, moist soil will yield the best result for this perennial. Good drainage is necessary and acid soil
is preferred.
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Results for Erythronium umbilicatum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 2/10/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
5/2/99 - plant has disappeared
3/26/00 - revived and still small but healthy
2000 summary - goes dormant in hot weather, I believe it is back.
Notes and images for Escallonia x exoniensis 'Frades'
BOTANICAL NAME: Escallonia x exoniensis 'Frades'
COMMON NAME: Pink Princess Escallonia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 60
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Information is from Tallahassee Nurseries sign.
DICTIONARY - Valuable evergreen shrubs or small trees. Flowers from 1/3 to 1/2 in. wide in terminal panicles. Slightly
tender in cold positions and all are excellent in seaside areas. Useful for late flowering. From South America, mainly from
Chilie. Many hybrids listed in various shades of pink. Pictures # 1593-1595.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS - lists as an evergreen shrub to 15' with pink terminal racemes in autumn and glossy leaves. Rather slow
growing. Prefers shade and rich moist soil. Zones 8-11.
TIME LIFE - E. 'Fradesi' (pink princess escallonia); E. 'Jubilee' (Jubilee escallonia); E. montevidensis (Montevideo or white
escallonia); E. organensis (Organ Mountain escallonia)
Evergreen escallonias are widely grown in Southern California for their rich glossy foliage and for the 2-inch clusters
of flowers borne on the ends of branches intermittently throughout the year. Among the hybrids, two 4- to 6-foot
shrubs that are recommended for planting near foundations or in borders and informal hedges are the pink princess
escallonia, which is easily kept small by pruning and bears abundant rose-pink flowers in spring and summer, and
the Jubilee escallonia, noted for its compact bushy growth and its rich pink flowers, which bloom abundantly in
summer. Two other species can be pruned to grow into 15- to 25-foot trees with several trunks supporting wide
crowns of foliage and flowers, in about 10 to 15 years. The two are Montevideo escallonia, whose white flowers
bloom primarily in late summer and fall, and Organ Mountain escallonia, a densely branched plant that has coppery
green leaves and in early summer produces pink buds opening to white or blush pink blossoms.
Escallonias are hardy to Zone 10. They thrive in seaside areas, enduring heat and wind in direct sun or light shade in
almost any well-drained soil. Prune after the flowers fade to shape plants and to encourage the development of new
flower-bearing branches.
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DATE PLANTED: 5/10/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $6.95 each
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
5/31/97 - noticed a few small blooms starting
6/9/97 - a couple of branches have browning leaves.
7/18/97 - a few inconspicuous blooms in June.
8/22/97 - no further blooms, one plant seems to be dying
9/14/97 - one plant died, Tallahassee Nurseries gave me credit
10/24/97 - remaining plant looks perfectly healthy
2/14/98 - remaining plant is looking especially healthy
5/18/98 - starting to bloom, but not very showy
1998 summary - probably they are not getting enough direct sun here on the north side of the house.
1999 summary - healthy looking shrub, but no blooms.
2000 summary - healthy, but did not notice any flowers again
BOTANICAL NAME: Eschscholzia californica
COMMON NAME: California Poppy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Low, Compact, Mound, Naturalizer, Border, Rock Garden, Mixed Bed
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Various, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Hardy Annual. Native to California as the common name implies, this is a choice selection for naturalizing a
meadow garden as it self-sows readily. Flower production is better where nights are cool. Transplants can be set out several
weeks before the last frost date for an early jump on the growing season. Please note that older transplants can suffer some
shock, so you might want to seed directly into the garden site. Flowers look like that of the poppy and have a similar sheen
to their petals. Their colors vary from lavender to orange, pink, white and red. Effective as a mass planting or in the
summer border. 'Monarch Art Shades' is a stunning floral display. The 'Ballerina Series' of this species has frilly, double
flowers which bloom into the autumn and are quite lovely. Easy to grow!
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DATE PLANTED: 11/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/18/99 - first bloom, pale yellow, closes when sun goes down.
BOTANICAL NAME: Euonymus fortunei 'Colorata'
COMMON NAME: Wintercreeper
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: creeping euonymus
TYPE PLANT: shrub
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12 - 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Evergreen, variegated, like a ground cover. Green cultivars turn rich burgundy in winter.
UNDERWOOD - slowly spreading prostrate woody ground cover good for partially shaded slope. Leaves turn purple in fall and
remain all winter.
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Results for Euonymus fortunei 'Colorata' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 5/18/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Underwood $1.85
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 10 Right side of driveway
10/1/95 - Growing well and I took a cutting to try to root.
12/31/95 - cutting took. This may make a nice groundcover.
4/1/96 - evergreen through the winter and growing well
2/10/97 - this has slowly spread and rooted from stems along the ground.
2/7/98 - unsure about condition of this one
DATE PLANTED: 2/18/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: cuttings
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 12 Above old rock garden
3/24/96 - Planted in area 14
10/29/96 - slow growth, but healthy
2/7/98 - still alive
BOTANICAL NAME: Euonymus fortunei 'Vegetus'
COMMON NAME: Wintercreeper
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: creeping euonymus
TYPE PLANT: shrub
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: US, MS, LA, CS
LIGHT PREFERENCE: sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - excellent vining groundcover in sun or shade. Presence of both creeping and erect stems with thick glossy
evergreen leaves and pinkish seed capsules. Will climb to 6 ft.
Southern Living Garden Book - lists several cultivars, but not 'Vegetus'.
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Results for Euonymus fortunei 'Vegetus' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/18/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 2.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 27 Patio garden
3/18/99 - planted in area 27
1999 summary - not very impressive garden plant, but has been healthy. A piece broke off and rooted easily.
2000 summary - not sure of status
BOTANICAL NAME: Euonymus kewensis
COMMON NAME: Miniature Wintercreeper
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 3
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , n/a
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH average, well drained, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Euonymus kewensis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/18/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
11/7/98 - good condition
3/27/00 - I always forget this is here because it is so small and unnoticable. Plants are all healthy and green but
spreading slowly. Does not make a thick ground cover, could be moved to hang from a trough instead.
2000 summary - still alive but not showy
BOTANICAL NAME: Eupatorium coelestinum
COMMON NAME: Wild Ageratum or Mist Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: mist flower, boneset, hardy ageratum
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Spreading, Border, Wildflower/Meadow, Bog
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue to reddish purple, or lavender, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH 5.0-6.0, moist, light, humusy
Propagation: division in spring
REFERENCE NOTES:
Very similar to E. incarnatum. Has creeping underground stems and abundant seeding. Moist woods and meadows, stream
borders.
Often used in perennial gardens, becomes overplentiful. Found jn the wild in moist woods and meadows, stream borders,
Florida into SE and Cen Texas. Blooms July to October. Taylor calls it the most invasive of the genus. Cox only shows this
for zones 5-8, obviously not correct as it thrives in the wild in Florida. GC: This plant is a popular member of the
perennial family of plants. It grows rapidly in sandy loam to form a bushy, spreading clump which will be covered with soft
purple to lavender flowers from summer until fall. (Spreading may not be so rapid in heavier soils.) Mist Flower is sometimes
invasive so it is best to give this perennial plenty of room. Will do well in soils that are moist or well-drained and likes
full sun to partial shade. Niche Gardens sells for $4.50.
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DATE PLANTED: 8/27/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native nurseries
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Seems to be thriving in the moist soil here. Pretty blooms.
1995 - It is coming to life again after dying back in winter.
10/1/95 - Finally it is starting to bloom, and is holding its own against the Bog Sage. Several seedlings popping up here
and there.
10/9/95 - Really blooming beautifully now. It has filled in within the Bog Sage and together they are really nice.
3/5/96 - This was damaged severely by cold. Not sure how much will come back.
4/1/96 - seems to be buried by the S. uliginosa
10/13/96 - came back strong just in time as the S. uliginosa was declining. Bloomed nicely for about 2 weeks or so.
10/21/97 - it returned again this year and is blooming nicely now.
2/14/98 - blooms lasted til mid November, plants all cut back and support wires removed.
1998 summary - bloomed in late fall, moved a couple of plants to Area 6, but removed it from area 5 entirely.
1999 summary - dwindled away in area 6, did not cultivate properly.
DATE PLANTED: 12/1/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Tried rooting cuttings and germinating seed in greenhouse, but did not work.
BOTANICAL NAME: Euphorbia cyparissias
COMMON NAME: Poor Man's Evergreen
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Green, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - A low mound with attractive foliage. Good on a bank or in any dry neglected spot. Chrome yellow bracts.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/6/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 6/7.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Bluestone did not deliver, issued credit of $7.25
BOTANICAL NAME: Euphorbia milii
COMMON NAME: Crown of Thorns
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: houseplant
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: red or yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: 45-75
LIGHT PREFERENCE: high
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , dry, average
Propagation: seeds or cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Euphorbia milii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
6/18/95 - planted out in new G012.
12/31/95 - I left it out in mid-20's temp and it is about dead
BOTANICAL NAME: Euphorbia myrisinites
COMMON NAME: Myrtle Euphorbia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Trailing, Container, Border, Windowbox
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, 4
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Stem Cuttings, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC - This member of the Euphorbia family is excellent for Southeastern gardens as it can tolerate heat and humidity better
than its relatives. Foliage is gray-green and a perfect foil for the sulphur yellow flowers which can grow to 4 inches in
diameter. Myrtle Euphorbia is evergreen and has a trailing habit which makes an ideal container plant as well as a great
choice for windowbox gardening.
T & M - germination temp 70-75 F
LAWRENCE - The euphorbias are not happy in my heavy clay soil, however this evergreen species is the exception. It has
beautiful glaucous leaves in whorls along the decumbent stems, which produce masses of yellow flowers at their tips in
midspring. It requires a sunny site with good drainage and is best suited if left to seed around and find its own place.
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Results for Euphorbia myrisinites at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 99 cent seed
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
12/15/95 - seed sown.
12/31/95 - three plants germinated and were separated into small pots.
Need to plant this in area 16
2/18/96 - 3 doing well
see other record, planted in 16 - duplicate record
DATE PLANTED: 1/25/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: T & M - 99 cent seed
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
1/25/96 - used balance of seed
2/12/96 - good germination, about 6 more plants
2/18/96 - 4 plants potted
3/13/96 - planted in 16 (7 plants total)
8/25/96 - these all died in the summer heat
BOTANICAL NAME: Eustoma grandiflorum
COMMON NAME: Prairie Rose or Lisianthus
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Prairie Gentian, Texas Bluebell, Lisianthus
TYPE PLANT: biennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Border, Cutting Bed, Ornamental, Container
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Blue, Lavender, Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Half-hardy Annual. A slow-growing annual with deep green leaves and poppy-like flowers of usually pink, purple
or blue colors which appear in the summer. As a cut flower, it's hard to find one that lasts longer than this one; they have
been known to last for a month in water! This is not the easiest plant to grow from seed, but is certainly one of the most
rewarding. Seeds should be covered, placed in a polythene bag and kept at a temperature of 68-77 degrees. Transplant the
seedlings when they reach the three leaf stage as they do not like root disturbance. These plants are available in seedling
form from most nurseries, which will bring you flowers much quicker. Available in double-flowered forms in the "Echo Series"
of hybrids.
RODALES - Also known as Lisianthus. A biennial that acts like an annual. Very slow to start from seed, remaining quite
small as the roots grow. Need hot weather to flower. Can keep over winter and release next spring. Can be up to 3 feet
tall. Picture on page 134.
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Results for Eustoma grandiflorum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/18/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.79 'White Lisa' & 'Blue Lisa'
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*Flowers were pretty well spent by the time I bought them. Tried to find one that still had a few buds.
*9/95 - I bragged on this on GARDENS, because it was doing so well. Bloomed again, and was looking good, then suddenly
died.
DATE PLANTED: 4/5/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $1.29
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*4/14/96 - one creamy white bloom. many buds, both started blooming a week later, blooming until 5/20/96
Results for Evolvolus glomerata at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/20/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Grew well but flowers not very showy. Toward late fall they did much better. Saved some rooted cuttings in greenhouse over
winter.
1995- Some planted in #21, others still saved potted.
DATE PLANTED: 5/6/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: cuttings
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Moved to area 4 to get more sun. About 5 plants survived.
12/7/95 - still not much bloom.
12/31/95 - pulled.
DATE PLANTED: 6/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: cuttings
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
9/95 - growing well but not blooming much.
12/7/95 - still looks very healthy, but never did bloom much. Pulled out and sacrificed to compost heap.
DATE PLANTED: 2/18/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: cuttings
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*2/26/96 - planted in 16
*7/8/96 - blooming, contiued profusely thru summer
Took divisions in late fall and removed the rest.
3/16/97 - planted in area 8
5/31/97 - they have started blooming
8/22/97 - healthy but not as profuse blooming here
2/14/98 - removed
BOTANICAL NAME: Exacum affine
COMMON NAME: Persian Violet
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: German Violet
TYPE PLANT: biennial
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Compact, Container, Ornamental, Indoors, Greenhouse
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Purple, Profuse
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, mod. moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: N FL- plant Mar-July, remove when overgrown
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Tender Biennial. Grown for its profuse flowers and evergreen foliage, the German Violet is a popular container
plant. The leaves are a glossy, dark green and the purple flowers have bright yellow stamens and a sweet scent. The flowers
emerge in summer and early autumn for some late season enjoyment. This is a biennial plant, but may also be cultivated as an
annual.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/16/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Publix
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*Did not survive. Seems that fungus got to them.
BOTANICAL NAME: Fallopia reynoutria
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Fleece Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: POLYGONUM [FALLOPIA] JAPONICUM???
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 16
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:
Bluestone - Vigorous groundcover with heart shaped waxy green red-tinged leaves carried by maroon stems. Pink flowers in
early fall. Will also handle a moist site.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
3/19/98 - Planted two in T12
8/23/98 - growing well but lots of insect damage to the leaves. Also a little too big for trough garden. Needs to be moved
somewhere else.
11/7/98 - has recovered well from damage, but is too big for trough
5/2/99 - bug damage again this year, cut back severely
5/29/99 - moved out of trough garden to area 6 along side
1999 summary - has not bloomed but formed nice round bushy herbs. Did not notice any blooms
2000 summary - still has not bloomed
BOTANICAL NAME: Fatshedera lizei
COMMON NAME: Tree Ivy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
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:
http://www.ext.msstate.edu/anr/plantsoil/homehort/mg/treeivy.html - Plant is Cross between Fatsia and English Ivy. FOLIAGE--
5-10 in. 5 lobed leaves
FORM -- Sprawling and Irregular Shrub to Semi-Climbing vine
MOISTURE -- Well Drained
PEST PROBLEMS -- Relativly Free
PRUNING -- Needs support
SIZE-- 4-6'
SOIL -- Well Drained
TEXTURE -- Coarse
USE-- Trellis or Specimen
VARIETIES -- Varigated form available
IMAGES: None available
Results for Fatshedera lizei at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/6/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 16 Left of waterfall
12/7/95 - Don't know if this is hardy. I should probably pot this up for winter.
12/31/95 - Did not pot up, but it survived the 20's temps.
3/5/96 - stayed evergreen and healthy thru cold temps.
9/22/96 - transplanted to front of bed. Very nice shape, controlled growth.
3/2/97 - not damaged by cold, healthy and nice looking
8/28/97 - cut it back and rooting cuttings
5/24/98 - dug up and planted along fence and in area 15
1999 summary - finally found information on this plant and the proper name for it. No flowers, but it does make a great
trouble-free landscape plant for the shade.
2000 summary - nice small shrub, it has survived mid-twenties temps so far this winter.
Notes and images for Fatshedera lizei 'Variegated Pia'
BOTANICAL NAME: Fatshedera lizei 'Variegated Pia'
COMMON NAME: Tree Ivy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: tree ivy pia
TYPE PLANT: houseplant
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: 45-75
LIGHT PREFERENCE: medium
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, average
Propagation: air layer or stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Actually a small shrub, cross between a Japanese aralia and English ivy (thus the name Fatsia-Hedera).
DICT - Evergreen shrub with dark green leaves, flowers greenish-white in late autumn. A bigeneric hybrid of Fatsia japonica
var. moseri and Hedera hibernica, first raised in 1912 by Lize Freres at Nantes. Will tolerate some frost, likes some
shade.. 'Variegata' Picture #527
IMAGES: None available
Results for Fatshedera lizei 'Variegated Pia' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
10/1/95 - I believe this is the one I moved to the Rock wall.
3/5/96 - damaged by cold
2/10/97 - healthy looking
2/7/98 - crowded out some by Ficus pumila but it is alive still
BOTANICAL NAME: Fatsia japonica
COMMON NAME: Japanese Aralia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: F. j. moseri; F. j. variegata
TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Upright, Spreading, Ornamental, Foliage, Indoors, Container
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): over 72
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: stem cuttings or seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Nice ones in Espositos Nursery (12/26/94). Digest says will live in full sun or considerable shade. Tub plant or house plant
in colder climates. Can propagate by suckers. Can grow to 15 feet. F. j. moseri is smaller and more compact (to 6 feet).
F. j. var. has leaves edged in creamy white. Minimum temp. listed as 40 degrees (as a house plant). Schenk says to be sure
to give it plenty of space, can "puff up" to 15 by 15. He says can be grown in colder climates, but the but the freezing
might knock it back every few years and keep it smaller. GC: Excellent houseplant that grows into a beehive shape of up to
5 feet high. The leaves are deeply lobed and have a glossy finish to them. Blooms in the fall with white flowers which are
followed by blackish fruits. Your Japanese Aralia will benefit greatly from a regular misting when indoors.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Fatsia japonica at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/16/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
This plant was barely rooted. Espositos is a rip-off.
4/15/95 - plant is doing very well thanks to some TLC and a good location.
Plant started dying suddenly. Dug up and noted that roots seem rotted. Tried to root the remaining plant crown. Moved to
a pot.
BOTANICAL NAME: Ficus pumila
COMMON NAME: Creeping Fig
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Ficus pumila at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/20/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 13 Behind patio & right of waterfall
NOTE: Saw a plant at a nursery marked as Ficus pumila that was identical to one that Tommy gave me. I am assuming this is
the same plant.
Transplanted this from alongside driveway. Growing well here as of 9/20/95.
12/7/95 - this has spread like crazy and covered the limestone wall. I have taken some pieces and rooted along wall. Not
sure if it will be hardy thru the winter.
12/31/95 - seems to have survived the 20's temps just fine.
3/5/96 - damaged severly by teens temps, but is still alive.
2/10/97 - this has spread well and clinging to limestone
1998 summary - this has continued to spread vigorously and has completely covered the wall and spread beyond it.
1999 summary - same as above, great plant for covering wall.
2000 summary - ditto, some burning of foliage in Dec. freeze, but still looks good
BOTANICAL NAME: Ficus robusta
COMMON NAME: Rubber tree
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: houseplant
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: 45-75
LIGHT PREFERENCE: medium
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Ficus robusta at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
6/18/95 - planted out in new G012.
12/31/95 - potted up in garage
BOTANICAL NAME: Filipendula ulmaria
COMMON NAME: Queen of the Meadow
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Dropwort
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, rich
Propagation: division in spring
REFERENCE NOTES:
COX lists 'flore pleno' as full sun to part shade. Rich moist soil, to 4 ft high.
BLUESTONE - also says 4 ft tall, indicates it will take a lot of shade. Showy white plumes in early summer held aloft on
stout stems. A plant for a moist, partly shady spot.
EXPERT - A small group of old fashioned plants which used to be included with Spiraea. Leaves fern-like, terminal cluster of
small flowers. No particular problems. Light shade. Remove flowers if you want it for its foliage.
DICTIONARY - lists several other species, and the syn. Spiraea.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Filipendula ulmaria 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
*9/95 - this plant just doesn't seem to be doing much, no blooms and barely surviving. I moved one of the three plants to
the patio bed to see if more sun would help.
*10/25/95 - moved remaining two plants to new area above new retaining wall.
*12/7/95 - looking very healthy
*4/1/96 - I had to transplant again to get the arrangement right, and they handled it okay. Now both plants are growing
well in their new home.
*6/22/96 - eaten up by insects
*10/31/96 - no sign of life
DATE PLANTED: 6/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$6.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*Moved one plant to backyard patio bed
*12/31/95 - I damaged it when I mistook it for a weed at first.
*3/5/96 - slight sign of life
*4/1/96 - very small plant is still alive
Notes and images for Filipendula vulgaris 'flore pieno'
BOTANICAL NAME: Filipendula vulgaris 'flore pieno'
COMMON NAME: Dropwort
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: F. hexapetala
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Low, Clump, Border, Edging
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, pink buds, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Alkaline, Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately
Propagation: division in spring, or seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a beautiful border plant and is not so large and imposing as the other members of this family. The interesting leaves
are shiny and divided into numerous leaflets which give this plant a fern-like appearance. 'Flore Pleno' is the pictured
cultivar and is a better ornamental plant than the species. Seeds will germinate best at 65 to 75 degrees in a moist medium.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Filipendula vulgaris 'flore pieno' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/18/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
5/31/97 - starting some fresh upright growth.
6/9/97 - moved to a better location in area 2
8/22/97 - surviving but not thriving
10/21/97 - still healthy looking but very little growth
2/8/98 - just a few leaves now
6/27/98 - not thriving but still alive
1998 summary - Did not survive the summer. This plant apparently will not grow here.
BOTANICAL NAME: Firmiana simplex
COMMON NAME: Chinese Parasol
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Varnish Tree
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: ms,ls,cs,ts
LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Firmiana simplex : STERCULIACEAE, (Chinese Parasol Tree). Bold 30-50' tree with very large
(12"), lobed leaves. Showy yellow summer flowers in long panicles; smooth green bark on young plants. China, Japan. Zones
7-9.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Firmiana simplex at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/1/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Jean Ellinor
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 21 Upper left corner
*Don't know the true name of this, but Jean calls it a Chinese Umbrella Tree.
*11/2/96 - Native Nurseries identified it.
8/28/97 - healthy growth
2/14/98 - dormant
5/18/98 - fully leafed out
1998 summary - this has grown quite tall now, and gives a cool tropical look.
1999 summary - damaged by hail storm, but recovered well. A great landscape tree for the shady understory.
2000 summary - great looking small tree
Notes and images for Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'
BOTANICAL NAME: Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
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:
Short,an ideal border plant. Low growing compact dwarf with a profusion of bright yellow flwors before foliage appears.
Quite flower hardy, with a flat topped habit.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Forsythia viridissima 'Bronxensis' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/29/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
10/7/99 - ON BACK ORDER FROM BLUESTONE - SPRING 2000
3/23/00 - planted in top area of trough garden
2000 summary - I keep forgetting about this plant, but last I checked it was still alive.
BOTANICAL NAME: Fothergilla gardenii
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Fothergilla
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: shrub (deciduous)
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Compact, Ornamental, Fragrance, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24-36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, Moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Division, Root cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Early blooming, low-growing compact shrub with brilliantly colored fall foliage. The white flower spikes have a sweet
honey-scent. Fothergilla bears bright blue-green leaves in the spring and summer which turn to crimson, orange and yellow in
the fall. Prefers a shadier environment than the regular dwarf fothergilla. Named for Dr. John Fothergill, an English
physician who introduced many new plants into cultivation.
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Results for Fothergilla gardenii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/29/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $6.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 8 Above retaining wall
10/7/99 - ON BACK ORDER FROM BLUESTONE - SPRING 2000
3/23/00 - planted in area 8 along sidewalk
2000 summary - growing well
Notes and images for Fragaria vesca 'Semperflorens'
BOTANICAL NAME: Fragaria vesca 'Semperflorens'
COMMON NAME: Alpine Strawberry
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:
Bluestone - The edging strawberry. No runners. 10 inch mounds of evergreen foliage. Produces a good crop of small berries
with a pleasing flavor to enjoy during garden walks.
Schenk - often referred to in the trade as "fraise des bois". Tufted plants without runner, to 10 inches tall, with white
flowers and small berries sporatically through summer and fall.
IMAGES: Click here for first image
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Results for Fragaria vesca 'Semperflorens' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/18/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 6/7.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 26 Back of house
3/18/99 - planted in herb garden
5/8/99 they have been blooming and forming little strawberries. Tasted the first one today, interesting.
1999 summary - two plants survived the summer, bore strawberries but not very tasty. Nice compact little plants.
9/29/00 - remaining plants died over summer, 6 replacement plants received from Bluestone, replanted in same area 26
Notes and images for Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Goblin'
BOTANICAL NAME: Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Goblin'
COMMON NAME: Blanket Flower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: blanket flower
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Low, Mound, Border, Naturalizer, Cutting Bed
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn, 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 2 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, avg to poor
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May, remove August, semi-hardy
REFERENCE NOTES:
Results for Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Goblin' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos $1.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
6/22/96 - one bloom, not showy about a week ago
8/25/96 - Did not survive
DATE PLANTED: 9/18/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Dwarf form
11/7/98 - established well in garden
3/18/99 - starting to form flower buds
5/2/99 - have been blooming profusely
9/24/99 - died during summer
10/7/99 - Bluestone replacement planted top of trough garden
3/27/00 - one of the 3 plants died.
BOTANICAL NAME: Galanthus nivalis
COMMON NAME: Snowdrop
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Lawrence- says this is a European Snowdrop, a woodlander that likes a cool soil in damp shady parts of the garden. Different
from Mediterranean species that like full sun and sharp drainage. G. nivalis is variable depending on its origins (from
Pyrenees to the Caucasus).
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Results for Galanthus nivalis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/30/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Burpee $5.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/31/95 - nothing emerged yet.
3/5/96 - has emerged, but not vigorous or attractive
3/17/96 - just a couple of tiny blooms, a few inches above soil, like a hanging white bell.
3/27/96 - not very impressive and on the decline
3/1/97 - moved bulbs to the left and just behind Ajuga. Starting to bloom.
BOTANICAL NAME: Galium odoratum
COMMON NAME: Sweet Woodruff
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Asperula odorata
TYPE PLANT: herb
HABIT, USES: Low, Spreading, Groundcover, Edging, Rock Garden
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, 5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Perennial. A very attractive groundcover for shaded areas of the garden. Does well in a woodland setting, but may be a bit
too agressive for a border. Little white flower clusters appear in early summer above the leaf whorls. The effect is delicate
for such a vigorous and hardy plant. Leaves and flowers are fragrant and can be dried to make a tea. Sweet Woodruff has also
been used to flavor the wine known as May wine.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Galium odoratum at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 5/18/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Underwood $2.65
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*This was turned over in box during shipping, but I think it will make it since it is supposed to be an easy grower.
*10/1/95 - Did not make it and Underwood sent me a credit to take on my next order.
*3/5/96 - still no sign
BOTANICAL NAME: Galium spp. 'Victor Jones'
COMMON NAME: False Baby's Breath
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36-48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Cream White, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - broad mass of tiny cream white flowers all summer long.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Galium spp. 'Victor Jones' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/$4.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/22/96 - planted
7/8/96 - This has spread very well, but looks a bit weedy.
10/31/96 - seems to still be alive
2/23/97 - plenty of new growth
6/23/97 - blooming
8/22/97 - bloomed for 4-6 weeks, then died back
2/7/98 - no evidence it is still alive
3/23/98 - carefully dug up bed where this was planted and did not find any still alive.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gamolepis chrysanthemoides
COMMON NAME: California Bush Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Paris Daisy
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:
Grows to 5 feet per Australian CD Rom guide. Listed under various common names.
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Results for Gamolepis chrysanthemoides at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $4.95 gallon
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Divided into two plants.
4/19/98 - just starting to bloom
8/23/98 - one plant died and other is in good condition but stopped blooming in hot weather
11/7/98 - has recovered well and is blooming
3/18/99 - died back in January freeze and has shown no sign of life since.
9/24/99 - never came back
BOTANICAL NAME: Gaultheria procumbens
COMMON NAME: Partridge Berry
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Creeping Wintergreen
TYPE PLANT: shrub (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Low, Spreading, Groundcover, Ornamental, Border, Edging,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 7
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, well drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Division, Stem Cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Expert-Rock - Requires an acid soil! Better for peat bed than rock garden. The spreading branches bear shiny dark green
leaves and this neat mat growes about 6 inches high. In July the pink flushed white blooms appear and these are followed by
the bright red berries and reddish foliage in autumn.
Garden Companion - This is a great groundcover with year-round interest. Spring brings bell-shaped blossoms of white blushed
with pink, followed by scarlet berries which last the rest of the year. The foliage is an attractive dark green which turns
to burgundy in the fall. Its creeping habit makes it an ideal choice for naturalizing a woodland setting. Aromatic leaves and
fruits have a fragrance of wintergreen and were used to make wintergreen oil in days past. The leaves can be used to make a
tea. Prefers partial shade in the north, but will do best in full shade in the southern regions.
Dictionary - picture page 1620
Schenk - spreads moderately, flat growing groundcover, when bruised, leaves give scent of wintergreen.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Gaultheria procumbens at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/27/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $5.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
10/29/96 - 4x3
2/10/97 - I think it is still alive
5/2/97 - noticed lots of new healthy growth
8/23/97 - not thriving but still alive
10/26/97 - healthy
2/7/98 - not sure but I think still okay
4/12/98 - reworked bed and it is doing fine
5/18/98 - putting out new growth and looking very healthy
6/28/98 - could not take two months of 100ř heat, this is nearly gone
8/4/98 - did not survive heat - on replacement order with Bluestone
3/17/99 - planted replacement in area 13
1999 summary - replacement survived through the summer, but very small plant.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gaura lindheimeri
COMMON NAME: Whirling Butterflies
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: White Gaura
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Clump, Ornamental, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white with pink tinge, Profuse
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: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
A hardy perennial which is native to the southern United States and Mexico, Whirling Butterflies is crowned with graceful
spikes of delicate white flowers which are blushed with pink all summer. This perennial has an airy and lovely habit and
flowering will continue through most of the growing season if deadheading is done regularly. Self-sows freely and is tolerant
of heat, drought and high humidity, making it ideal for the deep South. Division should be done after the first two or three
years. Seeds germinate best at 65 to 75 degrees. Deeply cultivated soil will help to make the transition easier when
transplanting seedlings or dividing. Niche Gardens offers this plant for $5.00 in the quart size. They recommend full sun
for this plant.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Gaura Lindheimeri 'The Bride' : ONAGRACEAE, (White Gaura). To 5'. Drought-tolerant native of
Texas and Louisiana. Beautiful airy white flowers held high above crisp foliage. One of our favorite plants for all season
bloom. Use to the middle or front of beds or borders, as this is not a background plant, despite its height. See
Horticulture magazine (June 1990). 'The Bride' is the seed grown version of Gaura Lindheimeri; otherwise identical. Zones
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DATE PLANTED: 9/29/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
*10/1/95 - One of the plants got broken during packing or shipment, but still is alive.
*12/7/95 - all three plants doing just fine
*3/5/96 - one plant is very healthy, but other two seem to be cold damaged
*3/27/96 - all three are back now, looking healthy and growing well
*5/15/96 - blooming, continued thru 5/28/96, cut back
*8/25/96 - started blooming again a couple of weeks ago
10/26/97 - did not notice any blooms this year - gone
2/1/98 - replacement ordered from Bluestone
3/19/98 - planted in Area 7
6/27/98 - blooming
1998 summary - very pretty plant, bloomed briefly.
1999 summary - not exceptional, but did bloom some.
2000 summary - weedy looking, not sure it survived.
Notes and images for Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
BOTANICAL NAME: Gaura lindheimeri 'Siskiyou Pink'
COMMON NAME: Whirling Butterflies
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: White Gaura
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white with pink tinge, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5,6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, well drained, Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
A hardy perennial which is native to the southern United States and Mexico, Whirling Butterflies is crowned with graceful
spikes of delicate white flowers which are blushed with pink all summer. This perennial has an airy and lovely habit and
flowering will continue through most of the growing season if deadheading is done regularly. Self-sows freely and is tolerant
of heat, drought and high humidity, making it ideal for the deep South. Division should be done after the first two or three
years. Seeds germinate best at 65 to 75 degrees. Deeply cultivated soil will help to make the transition easier when
transplanting seedlings or dividing. Niche Gardens offers this plant for $5.00 in the quart size. They recommend full sun
for this plant.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Gaura Lindheimeri 'The Bride' : ONAGRACEAE, (White Gaura). To 5'. Drought-tolerant native of
Texas and Louisiana. Beautiful airy white flowers held high above crisp foliage. One of our favorite plants for all season
bloom. Use to the middle or front of beds or borders, as this is not a background plant, despite its height. See
Horticulture magazine (June 1990). 'The Bride' is the seed grown version of Gaura Lindheimeri; otherwise identical. Zones
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DATE PLANTED: 4/2/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 5 Below retaining wall
4/16/99 - has been blooming since planted.
7/19/99 - bloomed briefly after planting but then nothing. Does not seem to be increasing.
9/24/99 - a few more blooms but has not increased
1999 summary - plant declined significantly during the year.
3/27/00 - rebounding in spring, looking good.
2000 summary - combined nicely with the cone flowers. Not a spectacular plant but dainty and attractive at the top of the
retaining wall.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gelsemium rankinii
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 20
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:
Niche Gardens - Gelsemium rankinii (Loganiaceae)
(gel-SIM-ee-um rank-EN-ee-i) - Reblooming Carolina Jasmine
A less commonly available species of Carolina Jasmine, G. rankinii at first glance seems identical to G. sempervirens, with
vigorous growth, narrow, shiny evergreen leaves and vast quantities of 1" yellow trumpet flowers. In addition to the typical
heavy April bloom (when early hummers feast at thew trumpets), G. rankinii also reblooms generously in the fall. (Sorry, all
these loads of blooms are not fragrant.) Provide a sunny pole, trellis or hillside for optimum bloom. Native.
Height 20", Zone 7-9,Qt.
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Results for Gelsemium rankinii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/22/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Alan Hunt
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
3/27/00 - plant has established well and has been blooming but sparsely.
2000 summary - slow grower, some sparse blooms in late fall
BOTANICAL NAME: Gelsemium sempervirens
COMMON NAME: Carolina Yellow Jessamine
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: vine (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Climbing, Fragrance, Privacy, Erosion control, Foliage
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Yellow, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Winter, Spring, 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Stem Cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC - CAUTION: All parts of this plant are very poisonous. A southern favorite for many generations, the Carolina Jessamine is
a native American climbing, evergreen vine with lovely, fragrant, tubular yellow blossoms. Flowers appear in late winter to
early spring, along roadsides and in treetops alike. They are an excellent garden plant, though they may require some pruning
to tame their vigorous growth.
HORTICULTURE - April 95, pg 104 - Grows and blooms best in the sun, but will take a lot of shade. Easily rooted from
cuttings.
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Results for Gelsemium sempervirens at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/1/92
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 23 Upper right corner
Karen purchased this plant several years ago and planted on trellis in front of storage shed. It has never bloomed,
probably too much shade.
2/24/96 - Blooming now, not heavy but very pretty.
3/27/96 - short bloom period and not very showy. Need to move down to dog pen area.
1999 summary - nice thick growth up trellis and over storage shed, but sparse bloom in shade.
2000 summary - healthy but no noticable blooms in shady area
BOTANICAL NAME: Gentiana andrewsii
COMMON NAME: Bottle Gentian
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Closed Gentian
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Low, Clump, Wildflower/Meadow, Bog, Rock Garden, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Blue, Lavender, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
A good choice for the streamside garden, this Gentian prefers moist, cool soil. The dark blue or lavender flowers, which
appear in late summer and autumn are flask-shaped and never open, hence its common name. The petals are joined at the tips
and make an interesting, unusual splash of color.
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Results for Gentiana andrewsii at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/1/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Southern Perennials $4.25
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
9/19/95 - Doing quite well, this has been "blooming" for several weeks.
4/18/96 - looks like new growth is just starting
9/22/96 - not sure what has happened with this one.
2/10/97 - looks like this is alive and well
4/10/97 - plant had disappeared, so I dug up the roots and I am trying to revive in pots. Five pots with root cuttings.
6/11/97 - two of them have sprouted and growing
Notes and images for Gentiana septemfida 'lagodechiana'
BOTANICAL NAME: Gentiana septemfida 'lagodechiana'
COMMON NAME: Crested Gentian
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Low, Spreading, Rock Garden
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6-12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Blue, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Rich, Moderately
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
WHITE FLOWER - fibrous roots, needs mountain soil. flowers on 6-12 inch stems, mid summer. They recommend light shade
instead of full sun.
SCHENK - Gentians need moisture and shade. Ideal is a weepy slope with plantable soil saturated with fresh percolating
water.
COX - agrees, rich moist well-drained soil. Says blooms July-Aug, 18 inches.
EXPERT - G. septemfida is the easiest Gentian to grow. Arees with GC about differences between species RE: lime vs. acid
soils.
GC - This family of plants was named for King Gentius, 500 B.C., who was reported to have discovered the medicinal virtues of
G. lutea. Clusters of dark blue or purple trumpet shaped flowers with white throats are excellent accents for rock gardens
or groundcovers. This species dislikes lime; spring-blooming varieties of Gentian either tolerate or require lime. Thrives in
full sun or light shade, well-drained, rich soil and cool conditions. Will tolerate somewhat heavy, clayey, moderately
drained soil and prefers heavy watering. Seeds will need a pre-cooling period before sowing, so read your sowing directions
carefully for the best results.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/4/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: White Flower Farms 9.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/4/97 - planted in new bed next to waterfall.
5/2/97 - the leaves on this one are starting to get brown splotches wheras the other Gentiana uchiyamai is healthy looking.
8/23/97 - did not survive, apparently
10/26/97 - replacement on back order for spring
3/2/98 - planted replacement in new trough garden, T27
4/19/98 - does not appear to be surviving
5/10/98 - gone
BOTANICAL NAME: Gentiana uchiyamai
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15-24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , , average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
WeDu - a tall vigorous and easy species from Korea. Rather bushy in habit, with terminal clusters of open bright blue
flowers. An excellent plant.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/12/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: WeDu 4.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/12/97 - Need to find out if spring or summer bloomer, acid or limy soil. Planted next G septfida.
8/23/97 - blooming now, but not profusely
10/26/97 - bloomed for a couple of weeks
2/7/98 - apparently went dormant
4/12/98 - gone
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium dalmaticum
COMMON NAME: Hardy Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 4
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, avg
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - neat little clumps 4 inches high, Bright pink flowers shine all summer. Dainty green foliage of deep bronze with
red hues underneath.
LAWRENCE - she grew both the white and pink colors of G. dalmaticum in the shady part of her rock garden. Dainty flowers and
low size. Pink form more vigorous than white form. (Note: 'Biokovo' is a hybrid of G. dalmaticum and G. macorrhizum.)
Siskiyou - z 3-10, 6" X 18"
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
only 4 inches tall, plant in RG or, needs shade, maybe upper left part.
3/19/97 - planted in RG
4/26/97 - a few small blooms, became profuse then sporatic thru 5/18/97
8/23/97 - barely any sign of life now
9/19/97 - replacement on spring back order
2/7/98 - looks like one of the plants survived after all
4/12/98 - healthy but small
5/18/98 - blooming well
8/4/98 - one small plant barely alive
1998 summary - another one bit the dust.
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone replacement
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/19/98 - Planted two in T08
8/23/98 - fair condition
11/7/98 - one plant died, but the other is now in good condition
3/10/99 - very healthy plant
7/19/99 - this looked great until just a few weeks ago and then it went down fast. All the leaves started browning. I cut
it back to the ground hoping for a comeback. It did not bloom.
9/24/99 - this appears to be lost completely
Notes and images for Geranium endressi 'Claridge Druce'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium endressi 'Claridge Druce'
COMMON NAME: Pyrenean Cranesbill
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Endress's Geranium
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Spreading, Groundcover, Border, Edging
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: poor
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC -- Charming pink flowers and deeply divided foliage are two appealing traits of this lovely member of the Geranium family.
Pyrenean Cranesbill is in flower from early summer throughout the fall in northern climates and in late spring and early
summer in the south. Shelter from intense heat of the afternoon sun.
Michigan State Univ -- Geranium endressi--Pyrenean Crane's-bill This geranium has rose colored, 1 and a half inch
flowers starting in May. If cut back after the first bloom more flowers may be produced later. Two blossoms are
produced on each stalk. The plant grows in sun or light shade. Propagation is by division in spring or fall or by
stem cuttings.
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Results for Geranium endressi 'Claridge Druce' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/24/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
7/27/98 - has barely survived the hot dry weather
1998 summary - this plant died during the latter part of the summer. Apparently will not grow here.
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium lancastriense
COMMON NAME: Hardy Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, avg
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - short creeping form with rose pink flowers. Quite drought resistant belying its lush appearance.
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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 one in T52
3/31/98 - blooming, very pretty
8/23/98 - in fair condition
11/7/98 - has improved, good condition
3/18/99 - blooming
5/2/99 - still blooming, very long bloom period if deadheaded
9/24/99 - not sure if this one is still alive at all
REQUESTING REPLACEMENT
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium psilostemon
COMMON NAME: Armenian Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Armenian Cranesbill
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Spreading, Border, Ornamental
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36-48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: magenta, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
GC - The brilliant magenta of the profuse flowers of this geranium are dramatic in any garden setting. The leaves are broad,
deeply cut and semi-evergreen. Branches will need support in the growing season; try a few well-placed sticks that are
sturdy, but not noticeable. Avoid the mid-day sun in warmer zones. The plant grows to an impressive 4 feet in height and
almost equally as wide.
SHADY OAKS - magenta with black centers, leaves turn red in fall, 3-4 ft.
DICTIONARY - large clumps in full sun
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Results for Geranium psilostemon at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/18/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Shady Oaks 5.69
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
36-48 inches, large clump, planted in area 8, right end.
5/31/97 - these have been blooming for over a week and are absolutely beautiful color. Blooms continued thru 6/23/97, and
sporatically for a couple of weeks thereafter.
8/22/97 - barely alive
10/24/97 - coming back fairly well
2/14/98 - weak growth, but still alive
4/19/98 - it disappeared for a while but is coming back now
7/27/98 - barely living
Notes and images for Geranium sanguineum 'Lancastriense'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium sanguineum 'Lancastriense'
COMMON NAME: Bloody Cranesbill
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: G. sanguineum 'striatum'
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12-18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: purple-red, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 3,4,5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: medium
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Lawrence- prostrate form that grows in ordinary soil in full sun or a little shade and blooms from March onward, even into
the fall. Pale pink flowers veined in red violet.
(plant tag) - Purple-red flowers on redish foliage from May to Sept. For borders or rock gardens.
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Results for Geranium sanguineum 'Lancastriense' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/27/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Talla Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*9/95 - This plant was doing quite well until now. Hopefully with cooler weather it will survive.
*12/7/95 - It is indeed doing much better with several new leaves and healthy looking growth.
*3/5/96 - small but healthy new growth
*4/1/96 - same as above
*7/8/96 - foliage died back suddenly about a week ago, but I think the rhizome is still alive.
*10/29/96 - slight sign of life, one leaf emerged
2/10/97 - afraid this will not make it.
3/26/97 - no sign, color this gone
Notes and images for Geranium spp. 'Johnsons Blue'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium spp. 'Johnsons Blue'
COMMON NAME: Johnson's Blue Cranebill
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Bright Blue, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Division, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
DICTIONARY - lists 'Johnson's Blue' as a var. of G. ibericum. Pic #1145, 24 inch tall.
WHITE FLOWER - says 12-24 inches tall. Only recommends zone 4-7. Blooms May-June.
GC - An exceptional garden plant that offers showers of flowers in the late spring and early summer. Leaves are deeply
divided and a luminous gray-green providing a good backdrop for the delicate, 5-petaled violet-blue blooms. In cultivation
since about 1950, this cultivar is a British introduction and has become a favorite over the years. May be divided every 2 to
3 years.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Try this next to Genitians in new bed by waterfall. This needs well drained soil.
4/3/97 - blooming very nicely
5/31/97 - some more blooms recently, and continued through July
8/23/97 - still looks fairly healthy
10/26/97 - healthy
2/7/98 - dormant for winter
4/12/98 - I don't see any sign of life
4/28/98 - Bluestone will replace
5/1/98 - planted replacement in new area 25
8/23/98 - good condition
11/7/98 - good condition
9/24/99 - declined and finally disappeared.
9/29/99 - CREDIT FROM BLUESTONE
Notes and images for Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo'
COMMON NAME: Hardy Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pinkish white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds, Division, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Niche Gardens - rates this as the most heat tolerant geranium. Sells for $6.00 quart.
Lawrence- G. x cantabrigiense is a hybrid of G. macrorrhizum and G. dalmaticum. Good size for RG. 'Biokovo' is white with
just a tinge of pink. In the South, this group is happiest in light shade.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/5/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95 quart
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
4/16/96 - first bloom, then profuse thru 5/28/96, spotty thru 7/8/96
9/25/96 - survived the summer very nicely
10/29/96 - 7x18 healthy
2/10/97 - very healthy and evergreen this year
3/1/97 - has been blooming for a week or so, but not profusely.
3/13/97 - blooming nicely now, lasted a month
5/31/97 - new flush of profuse blooms for a week
10/26/97 - survived the summer
2/7/98 - healthy
3/31/98 - blooming
5/18/98 - blooms have continued nearly two months
1998 summary - plant declined this year and eventually died.
Notes and images for Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo Kimona'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Biokovo Kimona'
COMMON NAME: Hardy Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: purple,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, average
Propagation: Seeds, Division, Stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Niche Gardens - rates this as the most heat tolerant geranium. Sells for $6.00 quart.
Lawrence- G. x cantabrigiense is a hybrid of G. macrorrhizum and G. dalmaticum. Good size for RG. 'Biokovo' is white with
just a tinge of pink. In the South, this group is happiest in light shade.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/18/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Planted next to 'Biokovo', this one is different colored blossom.
5/31/97 - new blooms for the past week
10/26/97 - survived the summer
2/7/98 - healthy
4/12/98 - blooming
5/18/98 - blooms have continued nearly two months
1998 summary - the 'biokovo' died this year, but this one is still alive.
5/5/99 - has been blooming
1999 summary - declined this year, but there is still some alive
BOTANICAL NAME: Gerbera jamesonii
COMMON NAME: Gerbera Daisy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Transvaal Daisy
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Cutting Bed, Border, Container, Greenhouse
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Various, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division
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YEAR - named after Trang Gerber, German naturalist. Perennial, hardy only above zone 8.
GC - Also known as African Daisy, this perennial has long, jagged, dark green leaves which accent the large variety of its
bloom colors. Tall stems bear a solitary daisy-like flower head of orange, red, pink, white, yellow, salmon or lavender, and
the blooms grow to be 3 to 5" across. Blooms in late spring to early summer and nearly year-round in warmer areas. Grown as
an evergreen perennial in Zones 8-11 and as an annual elsewhere. Needs moist, slightly acid, well-drained soil. Excellent for
cutting and blooms will continue longer if deadheaded regularly. Water well during hot weather but be cautious of crown rot.
Fertilize several times during active growth and flowering.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/22/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $2.95 each
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/22/96 - planted 'Happipot'
5/18/96 - one plant wilted died suddenly
8/25/96 - other plant is still alive
2/10/97 - one plant still alive
4/26/97 - blooming, very pretty, then gone
7/18/97 - one more nice bloom a week ago
8/22/97 - healthy looking
9/14/97 - beautiful flower blooming now
10/24/97 - more blooms, very pretty
2/14/98 - gone
DATE PLANTED: 4/29/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $2.37
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Blooming when planted, continued thru 6/10/96
8/25/96 - I think I have lost this one
Notes and images for Geum quellyon 'Mrs. Bradshaw'
BOTANICAL NAME: Geum quellyon 'Mrs. Bradshaw'
COMMON NAME: Chilean Avens
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Mound, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Red, Orange, Yellow, Purple, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Once established in a moderately rich garden soil, this gardening favorite is relatively care-free. Divide every 3 to 4
years. 'Mrs. Bradshaw' is the cultivar pictured and bears scarlet, semi-double flowers. Seeds will germinate in 21 to 28 days
and prefer soil that is 68 to 86 degrees.
Bluestone - Double orange-red blooms. Grown for attractive hairy foliage and long blooming cheerful flowers in summer.
Saucer shaped flowers are held high above foliage on long erect stems. Thrives in a wide range of conditions.
Bluestone does not recommend for the South, but Southern Living gives it range from middle south to lower south, saying it
will not perform as well or live as long in lower south. Orginary garden soil, needs good drainage. Partial shade in lower
south.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/17/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/17/99 - planted in area 11
4/17/99 - started blooming
10/7/99 - Bluestone replaced two plants
1999 summary - declined in summer and two plants died completely. Bloomed in April for two weeks.
9/29/00 - failed again, credit received from Bluestone.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gloriosa superba
COMMON NAME: Glory Lily
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: G. rothschildiana
TYPE PLANT: bulb
HABIT, USES: Climbing, Climbing, Greenhouse
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Red, Yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Division, Seeds
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This deciduous, tuberous climber has lily-like foliage and flowers. The large red and yellow blooms have red tips at the
upper leaf axils and emerge in late spring and early summer. Eventually, they will need a trellis or other support. For best
growing results, water frequently and feed every two weeks during summer. Dig your tubers in the fall, dry and store them in
a cool place until the following spring. In tropical climates, you may leave them in the ground. Also good as an indoor
potted plant as it will bloom in winter, given full sun and evenly moist, rich soil. 'Rothschildiana' is the cultivar
pictured.
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Results for Gloriosa superba at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 2/13/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Warren Williams
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
3/13/96 - planted in 18, next to Louisiana Iris
5/18/96 - just realized this has come up.
6/22/96 - bloomed about a week ago
7/17/97 - did not see any blooms this year
5/2/98 - apparently gone.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gomphrena globosa
COMMON NAME: Globe Amaranth
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Upright, Compact, Dried Arrangements, Edging, Border, Cutting Bed
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: violet, reddish, white, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Rich
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May, easy to seed.
REFERENCE NOTES:
Can be started July-August. GC: HARDINESS: Half-hardy Annual. G. globosa is excellent for cutting and drying. Easy to
grow in any soil, but grows best in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Besides purple, the clover-like flowerheads come
in pink, white, lavender, orange or red. These round flowers will continue until fall. Tolerates drought, wind and heat.
Good as an edging or border plant and is a noted favorite among florists for use in dried arrangements.
RODALE - A tropical annual with everlasting clover-like flowers.
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Results for Gomphrena globosa at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/25/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Home Depot 99 cents gallon
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
9/95 - this plant has bloomed profusely and spread quite well in soil that is somewhat heavy. Very good plant for the heat
of summer.
12/7/95 - This plant definately was in the right place. That one little 99 cent plant spread and filled the front area, and
it is STILL blooming!
12/31/95 - finally it has just about died out with the 20's temps.
DATE PLANTED: 4/27/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Might not be enough sun here but I'll try.
7/8/96 - some plants are doing quite well, but others have declined.
9/14/96 - removed plants, nearly gone
BOTANICAL NAME: Gymnaster savatieri
COMMON NAME: Japanese Aster
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Japanese Aster
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Small white daisy-like flowers.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Gymnaster Savatieri : ASTERACEAE, (Gymnaster). Aster relative with white, yellow-centered
daisies. Though the flowers are not large, the exuberance of bloom and the duration of such places this plant at the height
of late summer interest. Rhizomatous. Hardy.
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DATE PLANTED: 6/3/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 8 Above retaining wall
*Planted next to Ox-Eye Daisy.
*10/1/95 - This has turned out to be one of my favorites. It has been blooming for several weeks and is absolutely
beautiful.
*12/31/95 - finally stopped blooming in late November. I let it go to seed and collected a lot of seeds.
*3/5/96 - cut back to the ground. Lots of healthy growth.
*8/24/96 - There have been a few blooms the past couple of weeks, but the peak is yet to come. These have spread and are
hanging over the retaining wall. Should look very nice in a month.
*9/22/96 - has been blooming well, but not quite as nice as last year
2/10/97 ????- bloomed profusely again this year and cascaded over retaining wall. very nice. Thick mat ready for next
fall.
5/31/97 - started blooming fairly well.
8/22/97 - this year they have been blooming all summer
10/24/97 - and the blooms keep on coming, a good year for this plant with continuous profuse blooms all summer and into
fall.
2/14/98 - bloom continued into late fall. Lots of new seedlings growing.
1998 summary - another spectacular year. Need to lift and divide these, and refresh the bed.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gynura aurantiaca
COMMON NAME: Purple Passion Plant
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: velvet plant
TYPE PLANT: houseplant
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: 45-75
LIGHT PREFERENCE: high
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, average
Propagation: cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Gynura aurantiaca at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 1/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tommy
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
1995 in back center island
This plant is growing well. Goes good with Achimenes.
12/7/95 - potted up several rooted cuttings and discarded the rest. Got to find the right place for this.
2/18/96 - 5 in gh plus one in office.
3/13/96 - planted in 24, and mixed in tubers of Achimenes
5/28/96 - noticed curious blooms, small yellow flowers that don't fully open.
10/31/96 - removed and potted up six plants.
Plant with Achimenes as a fill in for shade.
3/27/97 - planted in 7, front entrance
8/22/97 - much damaged by siding contractor but some is alive.
10/24/97 - thriving
2/14/98 - this has been sneaky, building itself up underneath the Mexican Heather, now popping out all over, very strong.
3/27/00 - reworked bed and found this still hiding under the Mexican heather.
2000 summary - lived through another year, but I don't know if it survived the hard freeze in Dec.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gypsophila cerastioides
COMMON NAME: Baby's Breath
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 4
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, pink,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH alkaline, well drained,
Propagation: divisions, cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - Little mouse-ear-leaved novelty for the rock garden. White flowers, striped pink, bloom in summer.
EXPERT - lime lovers, mentions G. cerastioides among others.
Siskiyou - full sun to part shade, sandy loam and peat, z 4-10, best in rich scree or trough, 2" X 10"
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Results for Gypsophila cerastioides at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Plant in RG, 4 inch, LIME
4/3/97 - started blooming, very nice, but short bloom period
6/23/97 - not looking very healthy after daily rains and heat
8/23/97 - these seem to have completely died with the heat and continual rain
9/19/97 - Bluestone replaced
10/30/97 - growing well
2/7/98 - has not spread, but seems to be healthy and hopefully has become established here.
4/12/98 - I have not seen any blooms this year. There was a weed growing within the plants that had me fooled.
8/4/98 - one small plant barely alive
1998 summary - and yet another goner.
BOTANICAL NAME: Gypsophila elegans
COMMON NAME: Baby's Breath
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial?
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Mound, Cutting Bed, Rock Garden, Dried Arrangements, Bord
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, pink, red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH non-acid, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: N FL-plant late Feb, remove June
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Hardy Annual. A light and airy mound of blooms will stay with you all season if you make successive sowings of
this annual form of Baby's Breath. These tiny flowers are prized for the lovely effect they produce in floral arrangements
and in the garden, too. You can overdo it, so be frugal and judge from the appearance of the foliage and flowers when
considering watering or fertilizing. Remember the old saying, "Moderation in all things..."? Well, they were talking about
Gypsophila elegans.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/22/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nureries $2.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Planted in bed above troughs in small openning in hypertufa.
3/31/98 - pretty blooms
4/19/98 - this has been non-stop blooms since planted, a beautiful plant!
8/23/98 - died in hot weather
