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Russian Sage- Perovskia atriplicifolia 'Little Spire'
Posted by: Ashley in summer, pleasant hill nursery, plants, landscape design and inspiration, growing, flowers on Aug 30, 2011
Although “Russian Sage” is a misnomer, as this plant is neither a sage nor Russian, this is a great perennial for sunny spaces. It performs well even in poor soil conditions and stands up beautifully to drought and glaring sun. Smaller and tidier than ‘Longin’ and other common varieties, ‘Little Spire’ grows about two to three feet tall and about three feet wide.Ripe blueberries!
Posted by: Ashley in summer, pleasant hill nursery, nursery discoveries, growing on Jul 18, 2011
We have several varieties of blueberry plants that are just absolutely covered with ripe fruit. The "early" season varieties are coming on right now and looking wonderful and tasting great! The varieties that have ripe fruit right now are 'Northland' 'Reka' 'Blueray' and 'Duke'. They are all delicious- but in my opinion, the 'Reka' berries have the best overall flavor. Lavender: Time to Harvest and Prune
Posted by: Ashley in summer, pleasant hill nursery, nursery discoveries, landscape design and inspiration, growing, benefits of plants on Jul 15, 2011
Yes, it is time to harvest and prune lavender once again. Last year we wrote step-by-step instructions on how to harvest and prune your lavender and keep it looking beautiful all winter long. To learn how, click Rosa Carefree Sunshine 'Radsun'
Posted by: Ashley in summer, pleasant hill nursery, growing, flowers on Jul 5, 2011
We have roses this year! The outstanding one right now is a stunning yellow beauty named Carefree Sunshine. Bright clear yellow flowers that are delicately rose scented cover this 4' by 4' shrub rose from June until October: nonstop. The abundant flowers make excellent cut flowers. Carefree sunshine is a shrub rose that is disease resistant and it’s dark green foliage make it an excellent choice for a hedge, an addition to a perennial garden or even growing in a pot. Disease resistance adds to its many good qualities. Plant in full sun (at least 5 hours a day) and with regular water and some fertility this rose will fill your garden with blooms and fragrance for a long time. Laruel Hedge
Posted by: Ashley in pleasant hill nursery, nursery business, landscape design and inspiration, growing, benefits of plants on Jun 25, 2011
We get a lot of questions from customers about hedge material. What makes a good hedge? How can I block the view of the road and increase privacy in my yard? What hedge is low-maintenance? What hedge is fast-growing for an instant screen?
