Plechtranthus Varieities

Mona Lavender Plectranthus

Well I got a surprise when I got back from Nags Head.  It appears that my garden helper forgot to consistently water my annual flowers that are in containers – I was able to save most of them but two are looking not so good. As a peaceful compromise, my son (a.k.a my garden helper) […]

Daisy Varieties

Becky’s Shasta Daisies

I love Becky’s Shasta Daisies, but I think I put them in the wrong spot in my berry garden.  I don’t want to block any new growth on my blueberry plants.  I am going to transplant them in the fall or spring. Best Features: 1) The blooms on this daisy variety reach 3 inches wide. […]

Zinnia Varieties

Magellan Zinnias

While the plants are small, the Magellan Zinnia flower is the star.  This year I am only growing the pink version. Features: 1) The flower will get up to 5 inches wide and has layers of petals. 2) Magellan Zinnias come in several colors including pink, cherry red, orange, ivory, yellow, scarlet and coral! 3) […]