Eucomis or Pineapple Lily is an ideal spring planted bulb for the summer garden. Its spike-like, eye-catching flower heads are covered with neatly stacked fragrant florets. Blooms are topped with a rosette of light green leaves resembling a pineapple. Eucomis can be used in full sun or partial shade and in between established perennials for seasonal color. Excellent in patio containers flanked by companion perennials or annuals. Bulbs prefer a well-drained soil. A good potting soil is recommended for planting containers.
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Sedum spectabile "Neon" is an improvement on Sedum X Autumn Joy. It features hot pink flowers in flat clusters (5 inches) in late August. Blue green foliage and compact plant habit make this succulent perennial a nice companion for reblooming irises and an interesting rock garden subject for suburban landscapes. Its cactus-like attributes are a huge plus in hot and dry summers.
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Lavender Cotton or Santolina chamaecyparissus is considered an attractive evergreen sub-shrub. Its growing range spans Hardiness Zones 6-8. Severe winter cold can damage mature plants. Finely divided green leaves show remarkable recovery from any foliar burn. Like Rosemary, spring pruning can rejuvenate appearance. Santolina can be effectively used as a companion perennial with Echinacea purpurea or Purple Coneflower. Both herbs bloom at the same time each year.
Santolina’s aromatic foliage is deer resistant. It is best grown in sunny locations away from trees. Occasional pruning effectively manages plant size. Drought tolerance means minimal irrigation is needed. This ornamental herb’s outstanding survival virtues make it a perfect choice for any summer flowering perennial garden.
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