Featured plant, pale blue bearded iris

Iris are one of my favorite plants. I have fond memories of them in my mother's garden and they were just this color. They bloom in early summer and the clumps get bigger and bigger and may be divided to be planted elsewhere.Grows to about 3'. 

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Featured plant: scarlet flax

Scarlet Flax (Linum grandiflorum rubrum.).Annual. Planted in a mass planting, these flowers make a stunning display. It prefers full to part sun and should have well drained soil. It is somewhat adaptable but should not be sown where it is too wet. Grows to about 2' and blooms mid to late season. Will reseed itself in some areas but rarely becomes invasive.

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Featured plant: gazania, African daisy

Gazania (Gazania splendens) Annual in cold climates, perennial indoors or in warm climates. This is a bold eye popper in any garden. The colors are just magnificent. Bright color in interesting combinations. Needs full sun, water when dry...though will tolerate some drought (hates wet feet). Grows to about 18".

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Featured plant: Coreopsis, lance leaf

Coreopsis, lance leaf (Coreopsis lanceolata) perennial, Zones 3-9. This is a very adaptable native plant. It forms colonies where ever it is planted but does not become overly invasive. It needs full sun, can stand some dryness, and isn't too fussy about soil. In the wild, it is often found growing along roadsides. I just love its buttery yellow. Will grow to 3' when happy.

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