Photo courtesy of Mt. Cuba Center Each year the Perennial Plant Assoc. designates one perennial as the “Perennial Plant of the Year”. The 2024 pick is Phlox paniculata ‘Jeana’. The selection is based on multiple seasons of interest, low maintenance, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest […]
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Each year the Perennial Plant Assoc. designates one perennial as the “Perennial Plant of the Year”. The selection is based on multiple seasons of interest, low maintenance, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest & disease resistance and ease of propagation. The 2023 pick is Rudbeckia ‘American Gold Rush’ (Black-Eyed-Susan). In addition to the
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Sedum Autumn Joy Sedum is an interesting succulent plant that adds color and interest to the garden. There are hundreds of varieties of sedums and most have fleshy succulent leaves and star-shaped flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. What Sedums Like and Dislike Likes: Sedums like lots of sun (at least 6 hours of
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There are many cultivars of Little Bluestem. This one is Prairie Winds ‘Blue Paradise’ . Photo courtesy of Proven Winners The Perennial Plant Association (PPA) selects a different plant each year based on meeting certain criteria, including low maintenance needs, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest and disease resistance, multiple seasons of interest
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Calamintha Nepeta. Photo Credit: Walters Gardens The Perennial Plant Association (PPA) selects a different plant each year based on meeting certain criteria, including low maintenance needs, adaptability to a wide range of climates, pest and disease resistance, multiple seasons of interest and ease of propagation. The 2021 pick is Calamintha Nepeta. The past winners can
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