Saxifraga is a low-growing colorful trailing plant well-suited for containers and hanging baskets. They can be grown as perennials outdoors where there is little frost. Saxifraga produces basal leaves. Leaves vary greatly in shape; there are about 440 species. Saxifraga stolonifera is a popular houseplant commonly known as strawberry begonia or strawberry geranium. It has […] More
Rhoeo–commonly called Moses-in-a-cradle–is a small evergreen perennial native to Mexico. It has lance-shaped leaves that are colorfully two-toned, dark green on top, and iridescent purple underneath. Rhoeo thrives in regular potting soil. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. During winter allow the top half-inch of soil to dry out between waterings. Rhoeo is commonly […] More
Hyssop, Agastache, is an erect perennial with fragrant foliage and mauve and light pink or purplish flower spikes. It is a good choice for mixed borders and cottage gardens, and it attracts butterflies and bees to the garden. Agastache is native to North America and parts of Asian. Like other members of the Mint family, […] More
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