BOTANICAL NAME: Pachysandra terminalis
COMMON NAME: Japanese spurge
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: 'Green Carpet'
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Spreading, Groundcover, Shade
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 8-15
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, Sparse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 4 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: partial shade to full shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH acid, moist, rich
Propagation: semi-hard shoot cuttings in summer
REFERENCE NOTES:
Spreading evergreen, tiny white flowers. Best in full shade to dappled shade. Moderate to fast growth ground cover. Will
grow in shade under trees where little else will. Dictionary says bloom is EARLY spring. Picture of silver leaved
'variegata' form on plate #1294. Cox says it blooms April-May, and grows in zones 4-8. A variety listed is 'Green Carpet'.
Taylor contrasts the P. terminalis as the Japanese pachysandra from the P. procumbus or Allegheny pachysandra. She says
that P. terminalis will grow in zones 3-8 whereas P. procumbus will grow in warmer areas, zones 4-9. GC:Excellent
groundcover which spreads by rhizomes that can cause it to overtake an area. Shiny, dark, evergreen leaves are whorled at top
of stems. Japanese Spurge is a good shade plant, especially under trees. Little white flowers open at top of stem. Propagate
by division in spring or by taking softwood cuttings in the summer. Susceptible to a number of diseases and does not perform
well in high heat combined with high humidity. Thinning the plantings is beneficial. 'Variegata' is a variety that offers a
little more texture and interest than the common form and still provides the utility of brightening up a shady spot.
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Results for Pachysandra terminalis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 12/1/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 17 Below middle path
Potted and cuttings taken.
1995 - cuttings planted along path. these have survived, but not flourished or spread at all.
3/5/96 - still alive but has not spread
10/29/96 - only a couple of small plants still survive, and not vigorous
8/28/97 - one small plant still hanging in there
10/30/97 - not spreading but this is healthy looking
1998 summary - barely surviving
1999 summary - ditto
2000 summary - well this little thing is still alive, but barely
DATE PLANTED: 4/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Jack Walker
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
These are from some stock he acquired from South Carolina, and have flourished in his yard.
10/25/97 - still growing okay
2/7/98 - they have not thrived but some are still living
1998 summary - these declined severly during 1998 and apparently are gone.
Results for Pachystachys coccinea at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/9/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Kemberly McLain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 13 Behind patio & right of waterfall
3/7/00 - Planted out in area 13 on left side near S. miniata and other red hummingbird flowers.
2000 summary - bloomed in November, very showy. I did not protect and so it is probably gone.
BOTANICAL NAME: Papaver nudicale
COMMON NAME: Iceland Poppy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Clump, Border, Cutting Bed, Wildflower/Meadow
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Orange, Pink, White, Yellow, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Grows from one to three feet and blooms in its first year from seed. Flowers are quite fragrant and have a shimmering and
lovely form. This is a short-lived perennial grown as an annual. Seeds should be sown at a temperature of 55 degrees and
transplanting seedlings should be done very carefully. Division may be done in mid-spring. All parts of this plant are
poisonous. 'Oregon Rainbows' is a show-stopping cultivar.
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DATE PLANTED: 11/24/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 89 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
*12/7/95 - seems to be growing well so far
*12/31/95 - plant is growing well here so far..
*3/5/96 - seems to be healthy even though it does not get much sun
*5/1/96 - first bloom, very pretty silvery color, bloomed thru 5/17/96, and then plant died from heat.
DATE PLANTED: 10/23/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 99 cents each (4 in. pot)
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2/10/97 - turned out to be the orange colors. bloomed in December, and starting again now.
3/1/97 - blooming again, bright orange
4/14/97 - some white blooms earlier, now almost dead
DATE PLANTED: 11/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 99 cents 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/10/99 - spectacular blooms for the past 3 weeks
3/18/99 - very showy multi colored blooms continue.
4/16/99 - still getting a few blooms
5/2/99 - removed
BOTANICAL NAME: Papaver rhoeas
COMMON NAME: Shirley poppy
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Fairy Wings
TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Upright, Wildflower/Meadow, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink, white, red, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 2,3
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: N FL- plant Oct-Nov, easy to seed.
REFERENCE NOTES:
In Tallahassee, must treat as an annual planted to bloom in late winter. GC: HARDINESS: Hardy Annual. This is a widely
grown annual beloved for its shimmering flowers which grow easily from seed. Will self-sow and is a lovely choice for the
wildflower garden. Try 'Mother of Pearl' for a delicate palette of pastels. Full sun is essential.
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DATE PLANTED: 11/2/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2/10/97 - healthy growth but no blooms yet.
3/1/97 - one plant died. they do not look healthy
4/11/97 - started blooming a week ago, pink flowers
4/14/97 - rapid decline, almost dead
DATE PLANTED: 11/7/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2 pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
4/16/99 - these have been blooming about a week, very prretty double flowers.
5/2/99 - removed
BOTANICAL NAME: Papaver somniferum
COMMON NAME: Bread Poppy, Pepperbox
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Upright, Ornamental, Culinary, Dried Arrangements
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Purple, Red, Medium
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, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Hardy Annual. P. somniferum is the source of the culinary poppy seed which is often used in bread and pastry
making. The fruits and the sap, however, are poisonous so care must be taken to plant this selection away from where children
play. A highly ornamental and useful plant also with deep purple and red blooms which form large dried seed pods. The seeds
may be shaken from the dried pods and then the pods may be used in dried arrangements or Christmas decorations.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Nancy Swell
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Nancy sent me some seedlings.
3/27/97 - area 8
8/22/97 - did not make it
BOTANICAL NAME: Pardancanda norisii
COMMON NAME: Candylily
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 10
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: n/l
LIGHT PREFERENCE: SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Pardancanda norisii--Candylily Hardiness Zones: 5 to 10 Height: 36 in Spread: 24 in Type: herbaceous perennial
Flowers: Blue, red, yellow, purple, orange Comments: Candylily bears flowers throughout most of the
summer until frost. Both the flowers and foliage resemble the flowers and leaves of iris. Provide a sunny growing
area and a well-drained soil. The plant can be used on sites where heat and drought is a problem. The flowers
are useful as cut flowers. This Park introduction is the result of a cross between Pardanthopsis and Belamcanda.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/11/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 8 Above retaining wall
7/27/98 - a few pale yellow blooms, fell over due to weight
1999 summary - bloomed from mid-June to mid-July
2000 summary - blooming 7/26 this year
BOTANICAL NAME: Passiflora coccinea
COMMON NAME: Passionflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: vine (evergreen)
HABIT, USES: Climbing, Ornamental, Fragrance, Fruit, Privacy, Climbing
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Red, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 10 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: cs,ts
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings, Layering
REFERENCE NOTES:
An exotic, evergreen vine with lustrous, dark green leaves and extremely showy red blooms. These exotic flowers last only one
day, but the blooms will appear continually during the summer and autumn. Decorative fruits will form but are not edible.
Only P. edulis and P. quadrangularis have edible fruits in this family.
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DATE PLANTED: 5/14/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Rhonda McMahon
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
This never made it at all
4/17/99 - surprise, it has survived after all and has covered the fence. Is now blooming.
BOTANICAL NAME: Passiflora incarnata
COMMON NAME: passionflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: vine (deciduous)
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 Passiflora incarnata at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/2/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Rick Jarret
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
6/3/00 - planted in area 7 on left corner of garage
2000 summary - mostly eaten be caterpillers, maybe a couple of flowers.
BOTANICAL NAME: Passiflora vitifolia
COMMON NAME: red passionflower
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: vine (deciduous)
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 Passiflora vitifolia at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 6/2/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Rick Jarret
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
6/3/00 - planted in area 6, roots inside greenhouse and foliage out through fence slats
2000 summary - still alive inside greenhouse, but this has never really taken off yet.
Notes and images for Patrinia scabiosifolia 'Nagoya'
BOTANICAL NAME: Patrinia scabiosifolia 'Nagoya'
COMMON NAME: Yellow Patrinia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH neutral, any, average
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
Sign at NATIVE NURSERIES said this is a very good perennial for the South. I did not find in any references.
NICHE GARDENS - catalog lists P. scabiosifolia and P. villosa. "Patrinias are good supporting actors in perennial gardens as
they accent and accompany other flowers in their presence. Flowers yield umbels of color that provide a light touch to the
border. They need a sunny exposure.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Patrinia scabiosifolia 'Nagoya' : VALERIANACEAE, (Yellow Patrinia). A metaphysical performer!
One of the longest blooming perennials, going from early June to September. Tiny yellow flowers massed in large, flat heads
on 4-6' stems. Good broad, hairy foliage with red-purple fall color. Easy to grow, tolerating a very wide range of growing
conditions. Highly recommended! Zones 5-9, requiring winter dormancy. (Image/ JPEG / 345x420 pixels / 43KB)
Plant Delights lists P. scabiosifolia as one of the "new" perennials.
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DATE PLANTED: 5/26/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $2.99
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
*10/1/95 - Looking very healthy but no blooms at all yet.
*11/1/95 - moved a division to bed above retaining wall to see if it will bloom better with more sun.
*3/5/96 - The division is doing well with some new growth (next to Evening Primrose). Not sure about original plant.
*7/8/96 - this one and one in area 19 are now blooming. Continued through summer
2/10/97 - Need to move this to a better location. It looks too weedy and out of place in this small bed. Is much more like
the 4-6 feet mentioned in Southern Perennials than the 15 inches I have in my database. Possibly move to cutting garden.
8/22/97 - growing well now but no blooms this year so far
10/24/97 - Not sure what is going on here, no blooms this year
2/14/98 - hard to say if this is still alive here.
6/27/98 - it is, and starting to form blooms
7/27/98 - blooming very well this year
1998 summary - this plant is nice but hard to find the right place. It is very small and compact most of the year, but in
mid-summer it bursts with new growth and profuse blooms about 5 ft tall.
Notes and images for Pelargonium peltatum 'Tornado Lilac'
BOTANICAL NAME: Pelargonium peltatum 'Tornado Lilac'
COMMON NAME: Ivyleaf Geranium
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Trailing, Container, Indoors, Greenhouse, Hanging Basket
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Pink, Red, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 10 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: cs,ts
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Stem cuttings, Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is such a useful, lovely and carefree plant, it seems as though we should all be growing them! This pelargonium is ideal
for a hanging basket or windowbox arrangement. Leaves are ivy-shaped and delicate and come in a rich green or variegated
form. Flowers are also dainty and come in white, pink or red or a combination of those colors, depending on the variety you
choose. They are available in single or double blooming varieties. Popular in Europe as a container plant and is also used as
a groundcover. 'Summer Showers' is a variety which is easily grown from seed.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/9/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: All Seasons Nursery, Lafayette $2.49
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
11/21/98 - died during summer
Results for Pelargonium spp. 'Precious' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/21/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 6.95 each
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: POTTING AREA Potted plant
Planted in planters in front of house.
10/24/97 - these have bloomed off and on all summer but not that showy
2/14/98 - in the greenhouse for winter
3/20/99 - outside on front porch
BOTANICAL NAME: Peltoboykinia watanabei
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: yellow,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 8
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH slightly acid, well drained, moist, rich
Propagation: REFERENCE NOTES:
We-Du - 2 ft, woodland conditions, likes moisture, outstanding Saxifrage relative from Japan. Large, deeply lobed
umbrella-like leaves, rather large pale yellow flowers in May or June.
http://www.collectorsnursery.com/html/perennials - Large toothed leaves, somewhat maple-like, open clusters of small yellow
flowers on 10" stems. A good foliage accent for part shade and rich soil. Saxifragaceae; Japan.z6
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DATE PLANTED: 3/26/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: We-Du $5.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Planted in area 20 behind bench at upper pond.
1999 summary - not sure, but I do not believe this one survived the summer.
2000 summary - evidently not
Notes and images for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hamelin'
BOTANICAL NAME: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hamelin'
COMMON NAME: Fountain Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: coppery tan, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - finely textured rich green foliage. The coppery tan seed plumes are showy from late summer into winter. Dwarf
variety.
GC - This species of grass has many interesting and unusual cultivars. Ranging in color from a gray-green to a deep burgundy
red to a soft, golden yellow. The flowers range in color from soft pink to cream to black and are bottle-brush shaped and
feathery. They prefer rich soil in full sun and a moist environment. They are good choices for a coastal setting if
protection from strong winds is provided. Propagation by seeds or division is recommended, but if growing one of the many
named cultivars, propagate by division only as the seeds may not be true.
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Pennisetum alopecuroides : POACEAE, (Fountain Grass). 4-5' plume maker, hardy, with green
leaves and flowers. One of the most graceful of grasses. All Pennisetum species are warm season grasses. Asia. Zones 4-9.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/20/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
needs rich moist soil in full sun, 12 inches, planted in area 7
Note: extremely root bound.
6/23/97 - very pretty plumes
8/22/97 - remained healthy through the summer
10/24/97 - foliage started looking a bit ragged so I cut it back
2/14/98 - cut back further to ground
7/27/98 - came back very nicely, and looks good now
1998 summary - very beautiful grass, with lovely plumes.
5/9/99 - Two of three plants did not come back from winter. Moved the third to area 6 and tried to start others.
1999 summary - excellent mid-sized grass, compact clump and pretty plumes.
2000 summary - very nice compact accent grass, looks great.
DATE PLANTED: 10/7/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone replacements
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
Planted in area 7
2000 summary - healthy
Notes and images for Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Moudry'
BOTANICAL NAME: Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Moudry'
COMMON NAME: Fountain Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: Clump, Ornamental, Foliage, Dried Arrangements, Border, C
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 6 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
This species of grass has many interesting and unusual cultivars. Ranging in color from a gray-green to a deep burgundy red
to a soft, golden yellow. The flowers range in color from soft pink to cream to black and are bottle-brush shaped and
feathery. They prefer rich soil in full sun and a moist environment. They are good choices for a coastal setting if
protection from strong winds is provided. Propagation by seeds or division is recommended, but if growing one of the many
named cultivars, propagate by division only as the seeds may not be true.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/18/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 5.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
11/7/98 - established well in garden
1999 summary - very nice, fast growing grass with pretty plumes. Took a second division and planted in same area.
2000 summary - great looking grass, second division doing well too.
BOTANICAL NAME: Pennisetum cassian
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 26
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:
12 inch green tuft radiates 26 inches downy soft silver plumes with ebony blush.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/29/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone $5.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
10/7/99 - planted in area 7
9/29/00 - 3 replacement plants received from Bluestone, planted in Area 7
Notes and images for Pennisetum spp. 'Little Bunny'
BOTANICAL NAME: Pennisetum spp. 'Little Bunny'
COMMON NAME: Dwarf Fountain Grass
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: grasses
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 8 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Moderately Rich, Average
Propagation: Seeds, Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Bluestone - So small the foliage looks like chives. Finger sized fronds in fall show a chococlate blush.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/8.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
3/19/98 - Planted one in T30
8/23/98 - good condition
11/7/98 - good
7/23/99 - did not survive, and not sure why
10/7/99 - Bluestone replacement planted in T20
2000 summary - this one survived the summer, but we will see if it makes it through this winter. Seems to be a rather
fickle and difficult Pennisetum.
Notes and images for Penstemon barbatus 'Elfin Pink'
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon barbatus 'Elfin Pink'
COMMON NAME: Beardlip penstemon
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, well drained, light gravely
Propagation: division in spring, cuttings, seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - glossy evergreen leaves
Southern Living Garden Book - lists 'Elfin Pink' as a cultivar of P. barbatus, bright pink flowers on 12 in spikes. This
species needs some winter chill for best performance.
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DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
12 inch
Planted in area 7
Root bound when received
4/26/97 - more red than pink in color, blooming now but not profuse
8/22/97 - surviving but not thriving
10/24/97 - these are coming back strong and spreading
2/14/98 - they have come back strong, small compact clumps look very healthy.
Did not survive the summer.
Bluestone replacement on order.
3/17/99 - planted in area 27
5/5/99 - brief bloom
1999 summary - small but healthy.
9/30/00 - moved to Trough Garden, T13
2000 summary - has established well in the trough garden and hopefully will bloom well in spring.
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon calycosus
COMMON NAME: Beard-tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18-36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white, with pinkish cast, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: n/l
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
Similar to P. laevigatus, but leaves are serrated. Occasional, thin woods, meadows, thin soil on limestone, stream banks, nw
SC into n Ala, e Tenn, cw and ne Ill, sw O, c Ky and w edge of NC.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/2/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Pine Mountain
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
*Not sure about the species, but it does have the serrated leaves and flowers similar to description.
*4/30/96 - started blooming, beautiful prolific blooms thru 5/18/96
*8/24/96 - plant has remained healthy through the summer.
*10/19/96 - took four divisions and planted behind patio.
5/18/97 - this has been blooming for a couple of weeks, now on the decline
10/25/97 - pulled this plant, divided and potted up divisions
5/8/99 - blooming
1999 summary - not sure about this one, has been declining.
2000 summary - grew well here
DATE PLANTED: 9/1/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: division
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
4/14/97 - divisions growing well
5/2/97 - blooming well now, continued thru 5/25/97
10/26/97 - healthy through the summer
2/7/98 - healthy
5/18/98 - blooming
1999 summary - did not see it this year, believe it is gone
DATE PLANTED: 3/28/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: division
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
3/28/98 - planted two divisions in trough garden
8/23/98 - good condition
11/7/98 - excellent, very healthy, should look great in spring
5/8/99 - blooming
Closed duplicate record
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon cobaea
COMMON NAME: Beard Tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 24
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white with lavender wash, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: us,ms,ls,cs
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, well drained, light gravely
Propagation: division in spring, cuttings, seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - deep green leaves with maroon undersides
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DATE PLANTED: 3/20/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
24 inch, planted in area 7
Extremely root bound.
4/26/97 - blooming, tall and falling over, not attractive
8/22/97 - this Penstemon has grown more vigorously than any others I have. Thick green leaves, thriving while some others
are dying back in the heat and daily rains. May have found another winner for the deep south.
10/24/97 - this has formed a thick bushy ground cover. I hope the blooms next spring look a little better.
2/14/98 - WOW, a beautiful plant with purplish leaves. Leaves seem to twist and turn under with glossy green and purple.
Took a good picture of the foliage.
4/19/98 - blooming, but not very prolific
5/2/98 - bloom stalks tend to fall to ground, pretty but not striking
1998 summary - good for foliage alone, blooms are a bonus.
5/8/99 - blooming
10/7/99 - two Bluestone replcement plants planted in area 7
2000 summary - I think they bloomed this year, but not really that impressive.
Notes and images for Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon digitalis 'Husker Red'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Border, Cutting Bed, Wildflower/Meadow
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This is a large family of flowering plants which have been extremely popular in Europe for a long time and have recently
gained some interest in the United States. The cultivar pictured, 'Husker's Red', was developed at the University of Nebraska
and is praised by gardeners for its deep bronze-purple foliage and spikes of white blooms. This plant grows to be about 3
feet tall and is the perfect foil for many other perennials in the border. This is a hardy plant that enjoys a good mulching
in colder climates during the winter months.
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DATE PLANTED: 9/29/00
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/8.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
Planted in Trough Garden, T73
2000 summary - established
Notes and images for Penstemon heterophyllus 'True Blue'
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon heterophyllus 'True Blue'
COMMON NAME: Beard Tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18-20
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: n/l
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, light gravely
Propagation: cuttings, seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
COX - slim stems sprout a profusion of true blue tubular flowers. A California native plant.
T & M - Azure blue flowers, green and grey tinged foliage and erect stems. Ideal for the rockery, border or patio. Flowers
all summer and very showy.
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Results for Penstemon heterophyllus 'True Blue' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 11/8/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seeds $2.49
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
Three seeds germinated.
18-20 inch
3/2/97 - Planted in area 7
4/26/97 - starting to bloom a bit, continued sporatically thru 5/31/97
7/19/97 - affected more by heat and wet than other Penstemons
8/22/97 - barely alive now
9/14/97 - these might not have made it
10/24/97 - I think they are gone
DATE PLANTED: 12/27/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Thompson & Morgan seeds $2.49
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/27/97 - planted control medium
5/10/98 - did not survive in heat.
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon pinifolius
COMMON NAME: Beard Tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 6
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: scarlet, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 5 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Acid, well drained, light gravely
Propagation: division in spring, cuttings, seed
REFERENCE NOTES:
BLUESTONE - dwarf variety, needle like leaves.
EXPERT - describes flowers as dark orange color.
LAWRENCE - describes flowers as orange-red
Siskiyou - Full sun, loose gravelly soil, min. irrigation, easiest and showiest, rich, well drained soil, z 4-10, 6" X 18"
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Results for Penstemon pinifolius at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 3/19/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone 3/7.75
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
short 6 inch
planted in rock garden where Poppy Mallows were before.
8/23/97 - barely alive
10/26/97 - there is still some life, but barely
2/6/98 - Bluestone will replace
3/19/98 - Planted two in T13
4/19/98 - one of these plants died
NOTE: Received Credit from Bluestone.
This western Penstemon will not grow here.
8/23/98 - one plant poor condition, other plant only fair. (already received credit????)
11/7/98 - poor, barely alive
3/10/99 - did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon smallii
COMMON NAME: Beard Tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 18-36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Pinkish purple, white throat, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
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
REFERENCE NOTES:
Simular to P. australis, P. smallii has broader leaves. Occasionally found in woods, cliffs, roadbanks, usually shaded, nw
SC into Tenn and nw Ga. Blooms Apr to July.
PLANT DELIGHTS - P. smallii is short lived (2-3 years) but reseeds well. Demands good drainage, even grows well in gravel.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/8/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $1.79
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Bloom started 5/1/95
10/1/95 - Plant is looking healthy.
3/5/96 - remained evergreen thru winter. healthy looking.
4/1/96 - very vigorous growth, should be blooming nicely in a few weeks
5/6/96 - started blooming a few days ago. This looks like the one from Pine Mtn, but the flowers are not as large and
showy. Bloom continued thru 5/18/96
10/31/96 - seems healthy
4/26/97 - blooming now, but not profusely
8/22/97 - healthy, took divisions earlier and transplanted to area 7 where they bloomed better.
10/21/97 - not sure, but was this removed?
2/14/98 - seems to still be a small plant left here
5/18/98 - has been blooming over a week
1998 summary - healthy through the summer.
7/19/99 - did not notice it blooming this year
3/27/00 - not sure if this is still alive this year.
closed out record
DATE PLANTED: 2/18/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: divisions
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 7 Front of house
3/3/96 - planted in area 1
5/9/96 - started blooming, continued thru 5/28/96
10/31/96 - last I looked, seemed to be alive.
2/27/97 - two healthy plants moved from area 1 to area 7
4/26/97 - blooming
6/23/97 - started re-blooming
8/22/97 - doing well
10/24/97 - still healthy looking
2/14/98 - healthy but dwarfed compared to P. cobea
5/2/98 - blooming
3/27/00 - not sure if this is still alive, need to compare with two P. cobeaes to see if it is same.
2000 summary - not sure which Penstemon is growing here
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon tenuis
COMMON NAME: Lavender Beard Tongue
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36-48
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: lavender,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 5
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , well drained, average
Propagation: cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
SOUTHERN PERENNIALS & HERBS -- Penstemon tenuis, (Lavender Beard-Tongue). Mississippi native with lavender flowers in spikes
in late spring to early summer. Height 3-4'. Zones 7-9.
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Results for Penstemon tenuis at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 5/16/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Southern Perennials 4.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
36-48 inch, blooming when planted
8/23/97 - looks healthy
10/26/97 - healthy
2/7/98 - healthy
5/18/98 - don't see any sign of this now
8/4/98 - for some reason this did not survive here
Notes and images for Penstemon x gloxinioides 'Mesa'
BOTANICAL NAME: Penstemon x gloxinioides 'Mesa'
COMMON NAME: Prairie Penstemon
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Beardtongue
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Bushy, Clump, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 20
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Various, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: n/l
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Acid, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
This has become a standard garden plant for the perennial border. It is a hybrid of two native American wildflowers, P.
hartwegii and P. cobaea. Be careful not to overwater or overfertilize. 'Sour Grapes', pictured, is a highly recommended
cultivar.
BLUESTONE- sells several hybrids. 'Mesa' has deep lavender-blue flower spikes with dark green vigorous fuliage. 20 inches
tall, and takes a little shade.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/7/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
I planted these in a place with little sun. Most Penstemons require full sun or tolerate just a little shade. Will have to
see how this does.
10/1/95 - I think there is only one left here and I moved the other two to back yard.
3/5/96 - evergreen, healthy but small, similar to the one I transplanted to area 12.
4/1/96 - still small but healthy
5/14/96 - moved to Rock Garden with other one - duplicate record
DATE PLANTED: 6/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Bluestone Perennials 3/$3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 25 Trough garden
Moved one plant to backyard patio bed. Growing okay here but no blooms yet.
12/7/95 - Not doing real well but still alive.
3/5/96 - small but healthy
4/1/96 - doesn't change much. Could be a good RG plant for here
5/6/96 - moved to RG
10/29/96 - 4x9 fairly healthy
2/10/97 - doing okay but not vigorous, maybe this spring...
8/23/97 - still have not had any blooms from this plant. Does not look very healthy.
10/26/97 - these have barely hung on since they were first planted.
2/6/98 - Bluestone will send replacements
3/19/98 - Planted two in T22
5/1/98 - one plant bloomed
8/23/98 - good condition
11/7/98 - good
5/2/99 - one plant has dead parts
7/23/99 - small but healthy now, did not bloom
9/24/99 - fair condition
9/30/99 - moved one from T20 to this trough and reworked all the soil, lifted and replanted.
3/27/00 - still alive but has not grown very vigorously
2000 summary - survived the summer, fair condition
BOTANICAL NAME: Pentas lanceolata
COMMON NAME: Egyptian Star-Cluster
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Round, Spreading, Border, Mixed Bed, Container, Greenhouse,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: red, white, pink, lavender, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer, Autumn,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 9 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: N FL- plant March-May, remove when leaf disease oc
REFERENCE NOTES:
Can be started July-August.
GARDEN COMPANION- Bushy, rounded evergreen shrub with hairy, bright green leaves and dense clusters of many small,
star-shaped, tubular flowers in shades of red, pink, purple or white. Hardy in frost-free areas. Pentas will grow very well
in either full sun or partial shade. It does require deeply cultivated, fertile, well-drained soil. Regular watering when in
growth will be beneficial and less at other times. Cut back in winter. Propagate by seeds in spring or by cuttings in the
summer. Can also be grown as a houseplant but you will need a full sun exposure. Soil will need to be kept moist and a
regular misting will benefit your indoor plant also. Whiteflies and mites may be a problem. Varieties of dwarf forms are
available.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/15/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Karen gave me for anniversary
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
10/1/95 - Very pretty Pentas. Need to take plenty of cuttings and keep over winter in green house.
12/7/95 - potted up for winter
2/18/96 - 1 large, two gallon; 16 qt size; 18 cuttings started.
3/3/96 - planted in area 23, started blooming in April and continued thru summer
3/26/97 - some of these are very slow to come back
6/23/97 - now blooming nicely. The pink and violet ones are finally coming back.
8/22/97 - bloomed through the summer
10/21/97 - these are the nicest of the Pentas, with compact plants about 2 feet high and good blooms continuing.
2/7/98 - cut back severely, have not had a freeze yet.
5/18/98 - starting to bloom
1998 summary - growing well and blooming well in this partly shaded area.
1999 summary - another good year, but not as vigorous grower as the single colored pink one.
Did not maintain it this spring, died out.
DATE PLANTED: 4/25/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: originally from Buck and Betsey Oven
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
cuttings rooted
DATE PLANTED: 5/7/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: originally from Buck and Betsey Oven
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
cuttings rooted
10/1/95 - About 3 ft high, and a little out of place in this small place but doing nicely. Prolific blooms.
11/20/95 - Uprooted and potted for winter. Several divisions. Made a nice floral arangement with the tops and gave to
Karen.
2/18/96 - In gallon pots, nine large red pentas.
3/13/96 - planted in 23 and 20, started blooming shortly after planting and continued thru summer
2/23/97 - discarded red ones.
DATE PLANTED: 5/12/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
blooming when planted, continued thru summer
2/10/97 - took divisions and left original in ground to see if it is hardy here.
3/26/97 - removed, dead
Notes and images for Peperomia caperata 'Emerald Ripple'
BOTANICAL NAME: Peperomia caperata 'Emerald Ripple'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: houseplant
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: ,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 9,10,11
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: to n/a
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: 45-75
LIGHT PREFERENCE: medium
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , moist, average
Propagation: leaf stem cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
DICTIONARY - Says this has flowers, blooms in autumn, forked white inflorescences. "Sometimes infected by a virus causing
leaf distortion. All affected plants should be destroyed." Propagate by leaf stem cuttings. Picture #619
DIGEST - Needs partial shade and moderate humidity. Perennial with attractive crinkled, heart shaped leaves. (greenhouse
plant).
BROOKES - Info on 'Emerald Ripple' - These small plants have very distinctive deeply ridged heart shaped leaves, offset by
vertical, white flower spikes which emerge from the rosette of leaves. Look good when included in foliage groups with plants
of contrasting sizes and textures. Needs warm filtered sun. Feed half-strength liquid fertilizer once a month from spring
to autumn. Repot in spring using peat based potting mix, but only if roots have completely filled the existing pot. Do not
over water - they are liable to rot.
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DATE PLANTED: 12/8/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lively Plant Sale $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
12/31/95 - plant looks very healthy. I have followed intstructions and limited watering. Moved to a sunnier window in
office.
2/4/97 - plant died back severely, could be one small start still alive
BOTANICAL NAME: Peperomia obtusifolia
COMMON NAME: Baby Rubber Plant
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: 60-85
LIGHT PREFERENCE: high
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , dry, average
Propagation: division or cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
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Results for Peperomia obtusifolia 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: Peperomia spp. 'Red Edge'
COMMON NAME: 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:
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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
3/24/96 - planted back in area 12
BOTANICAL NAME: Perilla frutescens crispa
COMMON NAME: Beefsteak Plant
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Perilla
TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Upright, Ornamental, Foliage
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: White, Pink, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Spring, Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Half-hardy Annual. Annual grown for its colorful foliage. Reddish-purple leaves which have a sheen to them are
the big attraction here. Flowers are relatively insignificant, though will range in color from white to reddish-pink on a
single plant. Light is necessary for germination of these seeds. These plants do not like to be transplanted so take special
care when moving the little seedlings.
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DATE PLANTED: 5/7/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Larry Kacer
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
6/11/97 - I thought this was dead, but noticed it is growing now.
7/17/97 - growing well
8/22/97 - now tall and colorful
9/14/97 - started going to seed
10/22/97 - I removed this several weeks ago, far to big for location
BOTANICAL NAME: Perovskia atriplicifolia
COMMON NAME: Russian Sage
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: firespike
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: Upright, Ornamental, Herb, Fragrance, Border
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: pale blue, pink, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 4,5,6,7
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, avg to dry, Moderately Rich
Propagation: cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Cut to ground in spring to promote growth. GC: Aromatic subshrub with finely toothed, fragrant foliage. Semi-woody plant
carries small, light pink or blue, 2-lipped blossoms on tall spires above the foliage. These blooms last from summer until
frost. Russian Sage is fully hardy and a vigorous specimen which is drought tolerant, heat tolerant and pest resistant. Grows
best in full sun with well-drained soil. Cut back to 12" in late fall or early spring. Propagate by tip cuttings in the
summer or by seeds in spring.
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DATE PLANTED: 4/7/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries $2.50
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 6 Left of house
1999 summary - this was buried under Salvia elegans and tall gingers, but for once it has survive.
3/27/00 - fresh new growth, looks like I may have finally succeeded with this plant.
2000 summary - it looked like this might make it this year, but it has declined over the summer, not sure if it is still
alive.
BOTANICAL NAME: Perovskia x 'Longin''
COMMON NAME: Upright Russian Sage
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 36
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue-violet, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 3 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, avg to dry, Moderately Rich
Propagation: cuttings
REFERENCE NOTES:
Cut to ground in spring to promote growth. GC: Aromatic subshrub with finely toothed, fragrant foliage. Semi-woody plant
carries small, light pink or blue, 2-lipped blossoms on tall spires above the foliage. These blooms last from summer until
frost. Russian Sage is fully hardy and a vigorous specimen which is drought tolerant, heat tolerant and pest resistant. Grows
best in full sun with well-drained soil. Cut back to 12" in late fall or early spring. Propagate by tip cuttings in the
summer or by seeds in spring.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Perovskia x 'Longin'' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/23/96
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $3.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: FAILED TO GROW Failed normal growth
2/10/97 - bloomed briefly just after planting, then killed back by frost.
3/26/97 - coming back
6/9/97 - transplanted this to give it more space. The upper branches and leaves seem wilted and unhealthy. Trimmed off top
growth to six inches.
8/22/97 - did not survive
BOTANICAL NAME: Petasites fragrans
COMMON NAME: Winter Heliotrope
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: Tussilago fragrans
TYPE PLANT: perennial
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 12
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white/lavender, Medium
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 1,2
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 7 to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: light shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Moist, Well-drained, Average
Propagation: Division
REFERENCE NOTES:
Siskiyou - 12 inches and spreading wide and easily in moist soil. As early as January richly heliotrope-scented white and
lavender flowers rise before the foliage. Rounded heart-shaped leaves form a dense, low ground cover. Central
Mediterranean, zone 7-9.
http://www.ex.ac.uk/~cnfrench/ics/cbru/checklist/petfra88.htm - This winter-flowering plant, related to our native Coltsfoot,
was introduced to British gardens from North Africa in 1806 and soon 'escaped' into the wild. It is now naturalised all over
the British Isles, being particularly common in the south and restricted to coastal regions in the north. Its usual
flowering time is January to March but in Cornwall it often starts in November and is full in flower at Christmas. Female
flowers are unknown in this country; it depends on vegetative propagation, so successfully as to be a pest.
http://www.staudengaissmayer.de/kataloge/staudenschaetze/einzelbeschreibungen/petasites-fragans.htm - in German, image saved
at E:\web images\petasites-fragrans.jpg Does not look very attractive.
http://www.botany.com/petasites.html - P. fragrans (Winter Heliotrope) grows 6 to 8 inches high and has fragrant, white
flowers in late winter or early spring. Can be invasive. Moist, humus rich soil in shade
http://www.software-technics.co.uk/paradise-centre/pachysandra-to-pulsatilla.html#Petasites - running ground cover plant,
with white flowers from December to March. Very noticeable fragrance of vanilla. Sun/part shade, 15 cm
IMAGES: Click here for first image
THUMBNAIL
or FULL SIZE Click here for second image
THUMBNAIL
or FULL SIZE
Results for Petasites fragrans at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 4/7/99
HOW ACQUIRED:: Siskiyou $12.95
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: AREA 23 Upper right corner
light or part shade, moist humusy soil, groundcover blooms in winter and early spring, spreads easily. Could be invasive.
Planted area 23.
9/27/99 - declined over the summer during dry weather, but seems to be coming back in fall.
1999 summary - Bloomed in January, not very showy or very fragrant. Foliage looks similar to snow poppy.
2000 summary - not much to say about his, no blooms and foliage does not look that great.
Notes and images for Petunia grandiflora 'Falcon Burgundy'
BOTANICAL NAME: Petunia grandiflora 'Falcon Burgundy'
COMMON NAME: Petunia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 11
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: burgundy,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: N FL- plant Oct-Feb, remove May to June
REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Petunia grandiflora 'Falcon Burgundy' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/2/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries $1.39 each
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Notes and images for Petunia hybrid 'Blue Lace Carpet'
BOTANICAL NAME: Petunia hybrid 'Blue Lace Carpet'
COMMON NAME: OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: multiflora
TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 10
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: blue, rose, pink, red, violet, white, salmon,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): , 6,7,8,9,10
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: N FL- plant Oct-Feb, remove May to June
REFERENCE NOTES:
May self seed. Fragrance.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Petunia hybrid 'Blue Lace Carpet' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 8/20/94
HOW ACQUIRED:: Espositos
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
These and other petunias simply have not done well for me. A few left in pots now.
These did not survive, but others started doing better in early spring 1995
Notes and images for Petunia multiflora 'White Carpet'
BOTANICAL NAME: Petunia multiflora 'White Carpet'
COMMON NAME: Petunia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 11
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: good
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: N FL- plant Oct-Feb, remove May to June
REFERENCE NOTES:
IMAGES: None available
Results for Petunia multiflora 'White Carpet' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/2/98
HOW ACQUIRED:: Tallahassee Nurseries 99 cent 2-pak
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
Notes and images for Petunia x 'Horizon Rosy Glow'
BOTANICAL NAME: Petunia x 'Horizon Rosy Glow'
COMMON NAME: Petunia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: Round, Border, Hanging Basket, Fragrance, Container, Wind
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Various, Profuse
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): Summer,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: 1 to 11
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH Neutral, Well-drained, Moderately Rich
Propagation: Seeds
REFERENCE NOTES:
HARDINESS: Half-hardy Annual. Bushy, spreading perennial usually grown as an annual. Variety of flower types: single or
double, some ruffled. Grandifloras have flowers 4" across; multifloras are smaller and bear more flowers per plant. Blossoms
are trumpet-shaped, with a mild, sweet scent and the bloom colors include pink, red, purple, white, yellow or blue, solids
and bicolors. This plant does require excellent drainage. Pinch back after first blooming for bushier growth and more flower
bud production. Feed monthly with balanced fertilizer. Shelter from wind and hard rain. Light is required for seed
germination.
IMAGES: None available
Results for Petunia x 'Horizon Rosy Glow' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 9/30/95
HOW ACQUIRED:: Lowes $1.69 six-pack
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
12/7/95 - the white ones died out shortly after planting.
did not make it
Notes and images for Petunia x 'Polo Burgundy Star'
BOTANICAL NAME: Petunia x 'Polo Burgundy Star'
COMMON NAME: Petunia
OTHER NAMES & SYNONYMS: TYPE PLANT: annual
HABIT, USES: ,
HEIGHT (inches unless specified): 15
FLOWERS - colors & profusion: Dark purple to white,
SEASON BLOOMING (or months): ,
USDA HARDINESS ZONE RANGE: ? to 9
SOUTHERN LIVING HEAT ZONE: all
LIGHT PREFERENCE: full sun to partial shade
SOIL pH, moisture & fertility: pH , ,
Propagation: N FL- plant Oct-Feb, remove May to June
REFERENCE NOTES:
Results for Petunia x 'Polo Burgundy Star' at Le Jardin Ombragé
DATE PLANTED: 10/23/97
HOW ACQUIRED:: Native Nurseries 2.29 6 pack
GARDEN LOCATION/STATUS: DISCARDED Removed after normal growth
2/14/98 - only a few sparse blooms, but the foliage is healthy and should look great in spring.
3/31/98 - profuse blooms, looks great
5/2/98 - very long-blooming, but color clashes with Liberty Crimson Stock.
