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Hydrangea Limelight
Limelight Hydrangea is definitely a show-stopping hydrangea! Its outstanding characteristic is the incredibly dense, large blooms. This hardy hydrangea produces large, sturdy, lime-green flower heads ranging in size from 6"-9". As the seasons change and the air temperature cools, the blooms turn from lime green to pink to a rich burgundy! A graceful shrub, the stems on Limelight hydrangea are stiff and resistant to wind and rain.
A large and easy-care shrub, Hydrangea paniculata Limelight looks great in groupings or masses, perennial or shrub borders, specimen, screens or hedges, and even a mixed container. It appears to be another well behaved hydrangea that's easy to grow, not particular about soil or water and hardy no matter what winter throws its way, from Zones 4-8. Soil pH will not affect the knockout colors. As with most hydrangeas, they also make an excellent cut or dried flower.
Birthday Plant
Echinacea
Most of us are familiar with Echinacea, or coneflowers, in shades of purple and lilac, but white varieties, like White Swan or Baby Swan, are a nice change of pace. Planted together, in large clumps, they provide a sensational summer display. They also fit in beautifully with the white-themed or moon garden designs. An eye catching mid-summer bloomer boasting white daisies with bronze-orange cones, these varieties beg to be included in more daring color schemes as well.
An added attraction is their sweet honey-like fragrance, which is especially good for attracting masses of butterflies and other pollinators. Baby White Swan is a perfect size for containers, allowing you to enjoy the fragrance and wildlife close at hand.
The pristine white flowers of white coneflowers add a wilderness look to the garden and make a colorful companion to red-flowered Monarda, drought-proof Sedums, and vibrant orange Gaillardias. In the fall, it is a good idea to leave some spent blooms on the plants because their seeds provide food for finches and other birds. The dried seed heads also provide architectural interest in the winter.
Not only is it a prized perennial for many gardeners, but also a potent medicine. It has been reported that Echinacea increases immune function, reduces the effects of colds and flu's, fights off viral, bacterial and fungal infections and purifies the blood and flushes waste from the lymphatic system.
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