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late in the season – up to 6 weeks later than the comparisons . A unique feature of this coleus is that it can be successfully grown from full sun to full shade .
September , with some color up until frost , this cultivar has smaller foliage and shorter height compared to other rudbeckia varieties . Incredibly easy to grow and pollinators love it .
Zinnia Holi Pink AAS Judges in the southeast really liked this variety because of the vibrant pink color that doesn ’ t fade . The size and number of blooms , as well as the disease resistance , were superior to the comparisons . The Holi series is bred to keep producing fresh , colorful blooms all season long , even through heat , humidity , and drought . Holi is perfect for landscapes since it produces during a long window of time and only needs minimal maintenance , such as occasional dead-heading .
Echinacea Sombrero Baja Burgundy Sombrero Baja Burgundy adds a bold accent with its vibrant , deep violet-red blossoms . After being trialed over three tough winters , the AAS Judges noted this standout ’ s hardiness , sturdy branching , and floriferous blooming habit . Birds and pollinators certainly flock to this deer-resistant beauty .
Rudbeckia x Amarillo Gold A beautiful Rudbeckia hirta , Amarillo Gold boasts of a compact form and uniform habit perfect for landscapes , bedding and containers . The lightgreen center disc surrounded by bold sunshiny colors makes this blackeyed Susan a versatile plant for combinations with a multitude of other colors . AAS Judges noted how this rudbeckia was earlier to flower than the comparisons and lasted throughout the summer providing weeks of stunning color in the garden . Large 4- to 6-inch blooms cover compact 12- to 18-inch plants .
Coleus Main Street Beale Street The first-ever coleus to be named an AAS Winner , Main Street Beale Street coleus is an outstanding variety , exhibiting deep-red foliage that holds its color extremely well in the garden . The rich color doesn ’ t fade , bleach or get spotty as the season moves into late summer . The lush , bushy plant grows uniformly and , as a huge bonus , does not flower until very
Rudbeckia x American Gold Rush American Gold Rush features bright , golden-yellow flowers with black centers and arched petals . This compact , upright domed-shaped beauty has narrow 2-inch wide hairy foliage bred for its resistance to Septoria leaf spot . This hybrid shows no signs of the fungus even in wet , humid conditions . Blooming from July to
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Canna Tropicanna Series With their exotic striped foliage , Tropicanna cannas are ideal for adding color and impact to any landscape . They ’ re perfect for use in
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