Common name:Pink Anemone Clematis, Rubens
Botanical name:Clematis montana 'Rubens'
The 'Rubens' is a deciduous vine that produces rosy pink flowers. The bloom period is in spring, with scattered bloom again in summer. It requires sun to part shade and average watering.
Common name:Maltese Cross
Botanical name:Lychnis chalcedonica
This is an extremely hardy and showy perennial with clusters of bright red flowers that last a long time when grown in rich, well -drained soil. In full sun, average soil will be sufficient. The plant will grow 1.5'-3' tall, and bloom from May through September.
Common name:Atlas Cedar
Botanical name:Cedrus atlantica
As a large, slow-growing conifer, the Atlas Cedar requires ample room for growth. Its needles are 1" long, and its foliage is bluish green. In order to develop its best color, the tree needs to be exposed to full sun. It can reach 60' tall when mature.
Designer: Sarah Nichols
Photographer: GardenSoft
Practice grass-cycling by leaving short grass clippings on lawns after mowing, so that nutrients and organic matter are returned to the soil.
Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.
