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Dianthus - Heart Attack
Dianthus - Heart Attack Dianthus Heart Attack, Dianthus barbatus 'Heart Attack', has very dark crimson red carnation-like flowers that cover glossy, dark green foliage in early summer. These very deep crimson red flowers of 'Heart Attack' really make a statement up against the glossy, dark green, lance-like foliage. When plants emerge in the spring, the foliage is dark red. Unlike other sweet william, 'Heart Attack' is a true perennial that just keeps coming back, better than ever! 'Heart Attack' may look delicate, but it's surprisingly resilient! It isn't fussy about soil provided the drainage is good, flourishing even in poor clay or sand. Very heat-tolerant, it's also quite prepared for cold winters. It requires full sun to partial shade. Butterflies love the intense color, and it is a deer resistant plant.
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| Grass - Fountain - Sale Price: $39.95 The Fountain Grass, Pennisetum alopecuroides, is a showy ornamental, deciduous perennial grass with slender 3 1/2 foot leaves. The silvery-rose flower plumes that resemble foxtails are borne July through September; turns pinkish brown in the fall. Being drought tolerant, it is a Midwest favorite. The cascading, narrow leaves on this plant have a fountain shape. Fountain grass maintains its lovely leaves and flowers through January. Spread a layer of mulch or other organic material 2 to 3 inches deep around the entire plant. Water well, once a week in dry summers. Fountain Grass should be used as an accent or specimen plant, in the middle of borders, and with other perennials. They can be used in containers too. If planted in a mass planting, it will provide a colorful display when in full bloom! They are considered deer resistant once established. Winter Interest! |
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