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Tithonia rotundifolia WW33 Sunflower s3- (Sunflower) Mexican Sunflower Heirloom, Mature plant size: 5ft., 4in. orange flowers, USDA Hardiness Zone HA, Michigan Bloom Month -, In Garden Bed s3 for 93 DAYS (Victory). Planted in 2022.
Victory Seed: This wildflower is native to Mexico and Central America. The plants are erect, can reach six feet in height, has leafy stems with leaves that are large and triangular shaped. They have bright orange flowers that are four inches wide with multiple flower heads per stem. Attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.
Prefers well-drained soils in a sunny location. Heat and drought tolerant. Makes a great cut flower and terrific at the back of beds and borders. Thin to 18"
Each packet contains 0.5 gram, which is approximately 45 seeds. 2022note: the one in G2 snapped off, probably due to wind. Seems somewhat brittle. Started seed indoors, 3 seeds per 4" pot. Rather than thin, I planted 3 plants together. Worked really well, tall and very full.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2022:
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Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' 8/2021 Oakleaf Hydrangea- (2010) Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Mature size: 4x4’, Open white, matures Red, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW25, In Garden Bed Y0,1,3 for 3.0 YEARS (Gurney's). Planted in 2018.
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' (Oak Leaf Hydrangea) is a product of a breeding program started in 1996 at the U.S. National Arboretum in McMinnville, TN (A cross and Intercross of H. quercifolia 'Snow Queen' and 'Pee Wee'). After evaluations, it was introduced in 2010. A dwarf at 3 1/2- to 4-ft. tall, its 9” upright, cone-shaped panicles open white, then turn pale pink and mature to deep rose. Dark green oak-like leaves turn mahogany-red in fall. Grows well in partial shade to full sun. USDA Zones 5-8.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' 8/2021 Oakleaf Hydrangea- (2010) Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Mature size: 4x4’, Open white, matures Red, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW25, In Garden Bed Y0,1,3 for 3.0 YEARS (Gurney's). Planted in 2018.
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' (Oak Leaf Hydrangea) is a product of a breeding program started in 1996 at the U.S. National Arboretum in McMinnville, TN (A cross and Intercross of H. quercifolia 'Snow Queen' and 'Pee Wee'). After evaluations, it was introduced in 2010. A dwarf at 3 1/2- to 4-ft. tall, its 9” upright, cone-shaped panicles open white, then turn pale pink and mature to deep rose. Dark green oak-like leaves turn mahogany-red in fall. Grows well in partial shade to full sun. USDA Zones 5-8.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' 8/2021 Oakleaf Hydrangea- (2010) Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Mature size: 4x4’, Open white, matures Red, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW25, In Garden Bed Y0,1,3 for 3.0 YEARS (Gurney's). Planted in 2018.
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' (Oak Leaf Hydrangea) is a product of a breeding program started in 1996 at the U.S. National Arboretum in McMinnville, TN (A cross and Intercross of H. quercifolia 'Snow Queen' and 'Pee Wee'). After evaluations, it was introduced in 2010. A dwarf at 3 1/2- to 4-ft. tall, its 9” upright, cone-shaped panicles open white, then turn pale pink and mature to deep rose. Dark green oak-like leaves turn mahogany-red in fall. Grows well in partial shade to full sun. USDA Zones 5-8.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' 8/2021 Oakleaf Hydrangea- (2010) Dwarf Oakleaf Hydrangea, Mature size: 4x4’, Open white, matures Red, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-9, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW25, In Garden Bed Y0,1,3 for 3.0 YEARS (Gurney's). Planted in 2018.
Hydrangea quercifolia 'Ruby Slippers' (Oak Leaf Hydrangea) is a product of a breeding program started in 1996 at the U.S. National Arboretum in McMinnville, TN (A cross and Intercross of H. quercifolia 'Snow Queen' and 'Pee Wee'). After evaluations, it was introduced in 2010. A dwarf at 3 1/2- to 4-ft. tall, its 9” upright, cone-shaped panicles open white, then turn pale pink and mature to deep rose. Dark green oak-like leaves turn mahogany-red in fall. Grows well in partial shade to full sun. USDA Zones 5-8.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Hydrangea paniculata 'LAVALAMP MOONROCK' WW33 Panicle S3- (Kolster, Peter Rudolf - Boskoop, NL 2018) Panicle Hydrangea, Mature plant size: 5x5ft., WHITE, Creamy blooms age to apple green, USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed S3 for 22 MONTHS (Burpee). Planted in 2020.
White Flower Farm: Luminous white panicles, each packed with more than 1,000 flowers and each highlighted with shades of pistachio green, are held upright on the strong stems of this relatively compact, high performance Hydrangea. Line a walkway, create a standout patio pot, or plant this one in a white garden where the conical blooms will outshine the moon. 'Kolmakilima' PP 29,853
Heritage Hydrangea: Hydrangea paniculata 'Kolmakilima' LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK can grow to 2m wide and 2m tall. Inflorescence: Panicle, 230mm x 150mm. Creamy blooms age to apple green. Bred by Peter R. Kolster and Cornelis P. Eveleens of Kolster Holding BV, Boskoop, The Netherlands.Trade designation: Hydrangea paniculata LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK. Formerly LAVA LAMP™ SUBLIME. Zones: 3 to 9. Size: Large (to 2m).
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2021, 22:
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Hydrangea paniculata 'LAVALAMP MOONROCK' WW33 Panicle S3- (Kolster, Peter Rudolf - Boskoop, NL 2018) Panicle Hydrangea, Mature plant size: 5x5ft., WHITE, Creamy blooms age to apple green, USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed S3 for 22 MONTHS (Burpee). Planted in 2020.
White Flower Farm: Luminous white panicles, each packed with more than 1,000 flowers and each highlighted with shades of pistachio green, are held upright on the strong stems of this relatively compact, high performance Hydrangea. Line a walkway, create a standout patio pot, or plant this one in a white garden where the conical blooms will outshine the moon. 'Kolmakilima' PP 29,853
Heritage Hydrangea: Hydrangea paniculata 'Kolmakilima' LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK can grow to 2m wide and 2m tall. Inflorescence: Panicle, 230mm x 150mm. Creamy blooms age to apple green. Bred by Peter R. Kolster and Cornelis P. Eveleens of Kolster Holding BV, Boskoop, The Netherlands.Trade designation: Hydrangea paniculata LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK. Formerly LAVA LAMP™ SUBLIME. Zones: 3 to 9. Size: Large (to 2m).
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2021, 22:
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Lycoris squamigera 8/2021 Magic Lily- (Surprize Lily) Magic Lily, Mature size: 24”, Pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed H1,1a for 4.8 YEARS (MBulb). Planted in 2016.
Missouri Botanical Garden: Lycoris squamigera is a late summer-blooming bulb of the Amaryllis family. Strap-like grayish-green leaves (to 12” long and 1” wide) in spring. Leaves die back in summer. Thick naked flower scapes rise to 2’ tall in late summer, each bearing 4-7 funnel-shaped, rose-pink tinged with lilac flowers that are quite fragrant. Appearance resembles Belladonna lily (Amaryllis belladonna). Flowering habit somewhat reminiscent of Colchicum.
Commonly called resurrection flower, surprise lily or magic lily because the leaves disappear in summer with the flower spikes seemingly rising from the dead in late summer. flowers are quite fragrant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2019, 20, 21:
Anemone x hybrida 'Serenade' WW34 Anemone Y0- (Windflower) Japanese Anemone Windflower, Mature plant size: 24in., PINK, Pink single, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed Y0 for 14.2 YEARS (9.95). Planted in 2008.
Max Vogel' and 'Serenade' have similar pink flowers with 10 to 15 narrow, overlapping tepals surrounding a yellow, globe-like center of anthers. Bloom periods average ~60 days. Strong stalks, no flopping. After a few years, they reach 4 foot tall.
2020 notes: 4-5 feet tall. Spreads rather aggressively. I have this planted in a somewhat shady area, so maybe this accounts for its height. A late summer bloomer. Chicago Botanic Garden did an evaluation of Anemones in 2004. The top 3 in their trials were ‘Andrea Atkinson’, ‘Max Vogel’ and ‘Serenade’. I have all three.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2013, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21, 22:
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Lycoris squamigera 8/2021 Magic Lily- (Surprize Lily) Magic Lily, Mature size: 24”, Pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed H1,1a for 4.8 YEARS (MBulb). Planted in 2016.
Missouri Botanical Garden: Lycoris squamigera is a late summer-blooming bulb of the Amaryllis family. Strap-like grayish-green leaves (to 12” long and 1” wide) in spring. Leaves die back in summer. Thick naked flower scapes rise to 2’ tall in late summer, each bearing 4-7 funnel-shaped, rose-pink tinged with lilac flowers that are quite fragrant. Appearance resembles Belladonna lily (Amaryllis belladonna). Flowering habit somewhat reminiscent of Colchicum.
Commonly called resurrection flower, surprise lily or magic lily because the leaves disappear in summer with the flower spikes seemingly rising from the dead in late summer. flowers are quite fragrant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2019, 20, 21:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Tithonia rotundifolia WW33 Sunflower s3- (Sunflower) Mexican Sunflower Heirloom, Mature plant size: 5ft., 4in. orange flowers, USDA Hardiness Zone HA, Michigan Bloom Month -, In Garden Bed s3 for 93 DAYS (Victory). Planted in 2022.
Victory Seed: This wildflower is native to Mexico and Central America. The plants are erect, can reach six feet in height, has leafy stems with leaves that are large and triangular shaped. They have bright orange flowers that are four inches wide with multiple flower heads per stem. Attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.
Prefers well-drained soils in a sunny location. Heat and drought tolerant. Makes a great cut flower and terrific at the back of beds and borders. Thin to 18"
Each packet contains 0.5 gram, which is approximately 45 seeds. 2022note: the one in G2 snapped off, probably due to wind. Seems somewhat brittle. Started seed indoors, 3 seeds per 4" pot. Rather than thin, I planted 3 plants together. Worked really well, tall and very full.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2022:
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Lycoris squamigera 8/2021 Magic Lily- (Surprize Lily) Magic Lily, Mature size: 24”, Pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed H1,1a for 4.8 YEARS (MBulb). Planted in 2016.
Missouri Botanical Garden: Lycoris squamigera is a late summer-blooming bulb of the Amaryllis family. Strap-like grayish-green leaves (to 12” long and 1” wide) in spring. Leaves die back in summer. Thick naked flower scapes rise to 2’ tall in late summer, each bearing 4-7 funnel-shaped, rose-pink tinged with lilac flowers that are quite fragrant. Appearance resembles Belladonna lily (Amaryllis belladonna). Flowering habit somewhat reminiscent of Colchicum.
Commonly called resurrection flower, surprise lily or magic lily because the leaves disappear in summer with the flower spikes seemingly rising from the dead in late summer. flowers are quite fragrant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2019, 20, 21:
Lycoris squamigera 8/2021 Magic Lily- (Surprize Lily) Magic Lily, Mature size: 24”, Pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed H1,1a for 4.8 YEARS (MBulb). Planted in 2016.
Missouri Botanical Garden: Lycoris squamigera is a late summer-blooming bulb of the Amaryllis family. Strap-like grayish-green leaves (to 12” long and 1” wide) in spring. Leaves die back in summer. Thick naked flower scapes rise to 2’ tall in late summer, each bearing 4-7 funnel-shaped, rose-pink tinged with lilac flowers that are quite fragrant. Appearance resembles Belladonna lily (Amaryllis belladonna). Flowering habit somewhat reminiscent of Colchicum.
Commonly called resurrection flower, surprise lily or magic lily because the leaves disappear in summer with the flower spikes seemingly rising from the dead in late summer. flowers are quite fragrant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2019, 20, 21:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Hydrangea paniculata 'LAVALAMP MOONROCK' WW33 Panicle S3- (Kolster, Peter Rudolf - Boskoop, NL 2018) Panicle Hydrangea, Mature plant size: 5x5ft., WHITE, Creamy blooms age to apple green, USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed S3 for 22 MONTHS (Burpee). Planted in 2020.
White Flower Farm: Luminous white panicles, each packed with more than 1,000 flowers and each highlighted with shades of pistachio green, are held upright on the strong stems of this relatively compact, high performance Hydrangea. Line a walkway, create a standout patio pot, or plant this one in a white garden where the conical blooms will outshine the moon. 'Kolmakilima' PP 29,853
Heritage Hydrangea: Hydrangea paniculata 'Kolmakilima' LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK can grow to 2m wide and 2m tall. Inflorescence: Panicle, 230mm x 150mm. Creamy blooms age to apple green. Bred by Peter R. Kolster and Cornelis P. Eveleens of Kolster Holding BV, Boskoop, The Netherlands.Trade designation: Hydrangea paniculata LAVA LAMP™ MOONROCK. Formerly LAVA LAMP™ SUBLIME. Zones: 3 to 9. Size: Large (to 2m).
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2021, 22:
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Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Rudbeckia subtomentosa 'Henry Eilers' 8/2021 Coneflower- (Henry Eilers, IL) Sweet Coneflower or sweet black-eyed Susan, Mature size: 5x4’, Yellow quilled, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW32, In Garden Bed P2,3a for 13.2 YEARS (7.95). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: ‘Henry Eilers’ typically grows to 3-5’ tall on stiff, upright, leafy stems. It was found growing in the wild in a railroad prairie remnant in Montgomery County, Illinois. In general appearance, the flowers are very similar to those of the species, except the yellow rays are rolled instead of flat, giving the flower a quilled effect. Dome-shaped brown center disks. Flowers bloom in clusters atop strong, sometimes-branching stems from July to September. Dark gray-green leaves (3-6” long) in basal clumps (some 3-lobed) with smaller unlobed stem leaves. Leaves have a mild sweet aroma. The cultivar was discovered by Henry Eilers, a well-known nurseryman in southern Illinois, and was introduced by Larry Lowman of Ridgecrest Nursery and Gardens in Wynne, Arkansas in 2003.
Rudbeckia subtomentosa that was discovered in Illinois. Just like the species but the individual flower petals are rolled (quilled). Found in southern Illinois by Henry Eilers, a horticulturist and retired nurseryman. A large perennial. Needs support. Lasts a long time as a cut flower.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21:
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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget' (Fairview Nurseries, PA 1942) Photo: F.D.Richards, SE Michigan, 8/2021 - Dwarf American or Eastern Arborvitae Arb, THOO-yuh ock-sih-den -TAY-liss, Size at 10 years: 3x3’, Blue-green foliage, USDA Hardiness Zone 2
Oregon State University: Conifer, evergreen shrub, dwarf, globose, very slow growing, annual growth only 2.5 cm, to 3-4 ft (0.9-1.2 m) tall, somewhat wider spread, shoots rather stout, foliage green, arranged in flat sprays.Native to USDA Zone 3. Originated about 1928 as a seedling in Fairview Nurseries, Fairview, Pennsylvania, introduced in 1942. Sun or part shade, well-drained soil.
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Hemerocallis 'Jims Evil Grin' 8/2021 Daylily- (Murphy, 2012) Tall cream Daylily , Mature size: 61”, 8in. cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. , USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed R2,5,3 for 34 MONTHS (Murphy). Planted in 2018.
American Daylily Society: Jim's Evil Grin (Murphy-J.P., 2012)
height 61 in.(155 cm), bloom 8.5 in.(22 cm), season EM, Dormant, Diploid, 25 buds, 3 branches, Unusual Form Cascade, Dark cream with vivid dark red eye, cream midrib, green throat, bud builder, in bloom three months. (Monacan Trail × Just Jessie)
Per Woodhenge Gardens Daylilies: (Murphy, 2012) 52" EMRe 8" Dormant Diploid UF Cascade Extended. A very tall, large cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. This very imposing plant is in bloom for 3 months with moderate bud building and instant rebloom. Sunfast at 101F at 7 p.m. Rain resistant. Three branches, 22 buds initially, more after bud building. I feel that this one is worthy of awards and would like to get it distributed, so I dropped the price to make it more affordable. 2017- Bloomed from June 22 until October 26. Parentage: MONACAN TRAIL x JUST JESSIE. Fertile.
About 1 foot tall after a year in the ground. Much taller in second year (2020): 3 feet tall with an attractive 8" bloom. Hopefully it will reach 5 feet next year. Scapes look sturdy and measure 0.25 inches in diameter. Total of 5 scapes so far this tear.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Anemone x hybrida 'Serenade' WW34 Anemone Y0- (Windflower) Japanese Anemone Windflower, Mature plant size: 24in., PINK, Pink single, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed Y0 for 14.2 YEARS (9.95). Planted in 2008.
Max Vogel' and 'Serenade' have similar pink flowers with 10 to 15 narrow, overlapping tepals surrounding a yellow, globe-like center of anthers. Bloom periods average ~60 days. Strong stalks, no flopping. After a few years, they reach 4 foot tall.
2020 notes: 4-5 feet tall. Spreads rather aggressively. I have this planted in a somewhat shady area, so maybe this accounts for its height. A late summer bloomer. Chicago Botanic Garden did an evaluation of Anemones in 2004. The top 3 in their trials were ‘Andrea Atkinson’, ‘Max Vogel’ and ‘Serenade’. I have all three.
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Hydrangea paniculata 'Fire Light' WW33 Panicle G4- (Wood, 2014) Panicle Hydrangea, Mature plant size: 7ft., White flowers turning red in fall., USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW27, In Garden Bed G4 for 5.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Hydrangea paniculata Fire Light™ 'SMHPFL' (PP25135, 2014) was developed by Timothy D. Wood of Michigan. A cross of Hydrangea paniculata 'Pink Lady M2A' as the seed parent and Hydrangea paniculata 'Pink Lady M2B'. The new cultivar has large inflorescences with white-colored sterile flowers that become red in the autumn. Medium height. Thick, sturdy stems. A Proven Winners® selection. Can be pruned anytime except when flower heads are forming in the summer. Trimmed to single stem in 2020.
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Hemerocallis 'Jims Evil Grin' 8/2021 Daylily- (Murphy, 2012) Tall cream Daylily , Mature size: 61”, 8in. cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. , USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed R2,5,3 for 34 MONTHS (Murphy). Planted in 2018.
American Daylily Society: Jim's Evil Grin (Murphy-J.P., 2012)
height 61 in.(155 cm), bloom 8.5 in.(22 cm), season EM, Dormant, Diploid, 25 buds, 3 branches, Unusual Form Cascade, Dark cream with vivid dark red eye, cream midrib, green throat, bud builder, in bloom three months. (Monacan Trail × Just Jessie)
Per Woodhenge Gardens Daylilies: (Murphy, 2012) 52" EMRe 8" Dormant Diploid UF Cascade Extended. A very tall, large cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. This very imposing plant is in bloom for 3 months with moderate bud building and instant rebloom. Sunfast at 101F at 7 p.m. Rain resistant. Three branches, 22 buds initially, more after bud building. I feel that this one is worthy of awards and would like to get it distributed, so I dropped the price to make it more affordable. 2017- Bloomed from June 22 until October 26. Parentage: MONACAN TRAIL x JUST JESSIE. Fertile.
About 1 foot tall after a year in the ground. Much taller in second year (2020): 3 feet tall with an attractive 8" bloom. Hopefully it will reach 5 feet next year. Scapes look sturdy and measure 0.25 inches in diameter. Total of 5 scapes so far this tear.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Hemerocallis 'Jims Evil Grin' 8/2021 Daylily- (Murphy, 2012) Tall cream Daylily , Mature size: 61”, 8in. cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. , USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW28, In Garden Bed R2,5,3 for 34 MONTHS (Murphy). Planted in 2018.
American Daylily Society: Jim's Evil Grin (Murphy-J.P., 2012)
height 61 in.(155 cm), bloom 8.5 in.(22 cm), season EM, Dormant, Diploid, 25 buds, 3 branches, Unusual Form Cascade, Dark cream with vivid dark red eye, cream midrib, green throat, bud builder, in bloom three months. (Monacan Trail × Just Jessie)
Per Woodhenge Gardens Daylilies: (Murphy, 2012) 52" EMRe 8" Dormant Diploid UF Cascade Extended. A very tall, large cream Cascade with purple band, chartreuse throat, and cream midrib. This very imposing plant is in bloom for 3 months with moderate bud building and instant rebloom. Sunfast at 101F at 7 p.m. Rain resistant. Three branches, 22 buds initially, more after bud building. I feel that this one is worthy of awards and would like to get it distributed, so I dropped the price to make it more affordable. 2017- Bloomed from June 22 until October 26. Parentage: MONACAN TRAIL x JUST JESSIE. Fertile.
About 1 foot tall after a year in the ground. Much taller in second year (2020): 3 feet tall with an attractive 8" bloom. Hopefully it will reach 5 feet next year. Scapes look sturdy and measure 0.25 inches in diameter. Total of 5 scapes so far this tear.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Anemone x hybrida 'Max Vogel' 8/2021 Anemone- () Japanese Anemone, Windflower, Mature size: 24x20in, pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed G2 for 4.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Ranunculaceae family (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee). AKA fall-blooming anemones. Two month fall bloom period. Spreads. Large, double soft pink flowers with recurving petalsd and frilly orange centers. Gets a 4 1/2 star rating from Chicago Botanic Garden. Filled out nicely in its second year. Lower mound of plant is around 2 feet, while some of the stems reach 4 feet. Agressive spreader, need to cull part of the plant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2017, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Anemone x hybrida 'Serenade' 8/2021 Anemone- () Japanese Anemone, Windflower, Mature size: 24in, Pink single, USDA Hardiness Zone 4, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed Y0,2,3 for 13.2 YEARS (9.95). Planted in 2008.
Max Vogel' and 'Serenade' have similar pink flowers with 10 to 15 narrow, overlapping tepals surrounding a yellow, globe-like center of anthers. Bloom periods average ~60 days. Strong stalks, no flopping. After a few years, they reach 4 foot tall.
2020 notes: 4-5 feet tall. Spreads rather aggressively. I have this planted in a somewhat shady area, so maybe this accounts for its height. A late summer bloomer. Chicago Botanic Garden did an evaluation of Anemones in 2004. The top 3 in their trials were ‘Andrea Atkinson’, ‘Max Vogel’ and ‘Serenade’. I have all three.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2013, 15, 16, 17, 20, 21:
Phlox x arendsii 'Babyface' WW33 Garden Phlox V2- (Hybrid) Garden Phlox, Mature plant size: 24-30in., PINK, Pink with dark pink eye, USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW30, In Garden Bed V2 for 3.3 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2019.
Bluestone: Sweetly fragrant, this hybrid Phlox is heavily flowering and grows to an intermediate height perfect for the middle of the border. Baby pink flowers have a cheery deep rosy pink eye.
Phlox arendsii is a cross between P. divaricata and P. paniculata. 2022 note: Most of my garden phlox turns completely brown in the fall.
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Chrysanthemum 'Centerpiece' WW33 Mum J2- (UofMN, 1982) Upright Garden Mum, Mature plant size: 24in., Rose lavender quill spoon (9B-P), USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW37, In Garden Bed J2 for 6.3 YEARS (FGI). Planted in 2016.
Family Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee). University of Minnesota, 1982. Rose-lavender with gold center, 4in. quill/spoon. Tall upright. Looks good in 2017, 2018. One of my stronger growing mums.
2020 notes: This mum is in its forth year and is still going strong. Most of my other mums did not make it through the first or second winter. Soil in this garden is mostly clay and sometimes wet. There were another 11 mums that were planted in this garden and all have croaked.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2016, 17, 18, %2, 19, 20, 21, 22:
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Hibiscus moscheutos 'Luna Pink Swirl' 8/2021 hardy hibiscus- () swamp mallow or hardy hibiscus, Mature size: 3x2’, 8" pink flowers., USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed N1,02 for 3.0 YEARS (Lowes). Planted in 2018.
Missouri Botanical Garden: 'Luna Pink Swirl' is part of the Luna™ series, seed propagated hardy hibiscus that are compact and well-branched with large flowers. 'Luna Pink Swirl' blooms the first year with 8 in. wide flowers that have a cranberry red center and five overlapping white petals swirled with pink like the blades of a fan. It grows 2 to 3 ft. tall and wide.
Only ~1 foot tall & wide after one year. Not much change in year two, maybe slightly larger. Plant is much smaller than my other Hibiscus.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2018, 19, 20, 21:
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' WW45 Fountain Grass S4- (AUSTRALIAN) Fountain Grass, Mature plant size: 2x2ft., woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. , USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed S4 for 16 MONTHS (Menards). Planted in 2021.
Digging Dog Nursery: Its compact habit and fine textured foliage make this one of the most popular Pennisetum cultivars. The foliar mound is very upright and dome-shaped, hosting blades that are darker than most Pennisetum alopecuroides. Appearing earlier than others in the species, a slew of plump woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. To heighten your garden drama, let ‘Hameln’ anchor a riot of Asters and Nepetas.
Blooms late July–October
Size: 2' 0" – 2-1/2' high x 2-1/2' wide.
Hardy to zone 6..
‘Hameln’ refers to the German town of Hamelin, most famous for the folk tale of the Pied Piper.
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Chrysanthemum 'Centerpiece' WW33 Mum J2- (UofMN, 1982) Upright Garden Mum, Mature plant size: 24in., Rose lavender quill spoon (9B-P), USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW37, In Garden Bed J2 for 6.3 YEARS (FGI). Planted in 2016.
Family Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee). University of Minnesota, 1982. Rose-lavender with gold center, 4in. quill/spoon. Tall upright. Looks good in 2017, 2018. One of my stronger growing mums.
2020 notes: This mum is in its forth year and is still going strong. Most of my other mums did not make it through the first or second winter. Soil in this garden is mostly clay and sometimes wet. There were another 11 mums that were planted in this garden and all have croaked.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2016, 17, 18, %2, 19, 20, 21, 22:
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Anemone x hybrida 'Max Vogel' 9/2021 Anemone- () Japanese Anemone, Windflower, Mature size: 24x20in, pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed G2 for 4.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Ranunculaceae family (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee). AKA fall-blooming anemones. Two month fall bloom period. Spreads. Large, double soft pink flowers with recurving petalsd and frilly orange centers. Gets a 4 1/2 star rating from Chicago Botanic Garden. Filled out nicely in its second year. Lower mound of plant is around 2 feet, while some of the stems reach 4 feet. Agressive spreader, need to cull part of the plant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2017, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' WW45 Fountain Grass S4- (AUSTRALIAN) Fountain Grass, Mature plant size: 2x2ft., woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. , USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed S4 for 16 MONTHS (Menards). Planted in 2021.
Digging Dog Nursery: Its compact habit and fine textured foliage make this one of the most popular Pennisetum cultivars. The foliar mound is very upright and dome-shaped, hosting blades that are darker than most Pennisetum alopecuroides. Appearing earlier than others in the species, a slew of plump woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. To heighten your garden drama, let ‘Hameln’ anchor a riot of Asters and Nepetas.
Blooms late July–October
Size: 2' 0" – 2-1/2' high x 2-1/2' wide.
Hardy to zone 6..
‘Hameln’ refers to the German town of Hamelin, most famous for the folk tale of the Pied Piper.
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Tithonia rotundifolia WW33 Sunflower s3- (Sunflower) Mexican Sunflower Heirloom, Mature plant size: 5ft., 4in. orange flowers, USDA Hardiness Zone HA, Michigan Bloom Month -, In Garden Bed s3 for 93 DAYS (Victory). Planted in 2022.
Victory Seed: This wildflower is native to Mexico and Central America. The plants are erect, can reach six feet in height, has leafy stems with leaves that are large and triangular shaped. They have bright orange flowers that are four inches wide with multiple flower heads per stem. Attractive to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects.
Prefers well-drained soils in a sunny location. Heat and drought tolerant. Makes a great cut flower and terrific at the back of beds and borders. Thin to 18"
Each packet contains 0.5 gram, which is approximately 45 seeds. 2022note: the one in G2 snapped off, probably due to wind. Seems somewhat brittle. Started seed indoors, 3 seeds per 4" pot. Rather than thin, I planted 3 plants together. Worked really well, tall and very full.
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Rudbeckia fulgida var. sullivantii 'Goldsturm' 8/2021 Black Eyed Susan- (Black Ryed Susan) Black Eyed Susan, Mature size: 2x2’, Golden yellow, daisy like with black cones. Zone 4-8. At corner of garage., USDA Hardiness Zone 3, Michigan Bloom Month 7b, In Garden Bed Y0,1,2 for 13.1 YEARS (LOK). Planted in 2008.
Missouri Botanical Garden: 'Goldsturm' is an upright, rhizomatous, clump-forming perennial which typically grows 2-3' tall. Features large, daisy-like flowers (3-4" across) with deep yellow rays and dark brownish-black center disks. Flowers appear singly on stiff, branching stems in a prolific, long-lasting, mid-summer-to-fall bloom. Oblong to lanceolate, dark green foliage. Good fresh cut flower. ‘Goldsturm’ is a slightly more compact plant (to 2' tall) with larger and brighter flowers (to 4" diameter) than the species or variety. 'Goldsturm' was introduced in 1937. It won the 1999 Perennial Plant of the Year award. 'Goldsturm' today is one of the most popular garden perennials in cultivation.
Introduced in 1949 under the name 'Goldsturm', which means Golden Storm. I put this plant in the front birdhouse garden, greenhouse garden and back west slope garden. Spreads like a weed. Reduced plant in 2020.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2015, 16, 19, 20, 21:
Chrysanthemum 'Centerpiece' WW33 Mum J2- (UofMN, 1982) Upright Garden Mum, Mature plant size: 24in., Rose lavender quill spoon (9B-P), USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW37, In Garden Bed J2 for 6.3 YEARS (FGI). Planted in 2016.
Family Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee). University of Minnesota, 1982. Rose-lavender with gold center, 4in. quill/spoon. Tall upright. Looks good in 2017, 2018. One of my stronger growing mums.
2020 notes: This mum is in its forth year and is still going strong. Most of my other mums did not make it through the first or second winter. Soil in this garden is mostly clay and sometimes wet. There were another 11 mums that were planted in this garden and all have croaked.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2016, 17, 18, %2, 19, 20, 21, 22:
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Chrysanthemum 'Centerpiece' WW33 Mum J2- (UofMN, 1982) Upright Garden Mum, Mature plant size: 24in., Rose lavender quill spoon (9B-P), USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW37, In Garden Bed J2 for 6.3 YEARS (FGI). Planted in 2016.
Family Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee). University of Minnesota, 1982. Rose-lavender with gold center, 4in. quill/spoon. Tall upright. Looks good in 2017, 2018. One of my stronger growing mums.
2020 notes: This mum is in its forth year and is still going strong. Most of my other mums did not make it through the first or second winter. Soil in this garden is mostly clay and sometimes wet. There were another 11 mums that were planted in this garden and all have croaked.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Link to additional photos of this plant from 2016, 17, 18, %2, 19, 20, 21, 22:
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Anemone x hybrida 'Max Vogel' 8/2021 Anemone- () Japanese Anemone, Windflower, Mature size: 24x20in, pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed G2 for 4.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Ranunculaceae family (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee). AKA fall-blooming anemones. Two month fall bloom period. Spreads. Large, double soft pink flowers with recurving petalsd and frilly orange centers. Gets a 4 1/2 star rating from Chicago Botanic Garden. Filled out nicely in its second year. Lower mound of plant is around 2 feet, while some of the stems reach 4 feet. Agressive spreader, need to cull part of the plant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2017, 18, 19, 20, 21:
Anemone x hybrida 'Max Vogel' WW35 Anemone G2- (Albert Schweitzer) Japanese Anemone Windflower, Mature plant size: 24x20in., pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed G2 for 5.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Ranunculaceae family (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee). AKA fall-blooming anemones. Two month fall bloom period. Spreads. Large, double soft pink flowers with recurving petalsd and frilly orange centers. Gets a 4 1/2 star rating from Chicago Botanic Garden. Filled out nicely in its second year. Lower mound of plant is around 2 feet, while some of the stems reach 4 feet. Agressive spreader, need to cull part of the plant. Planted in clay soil. aka Japanese anemone 'Elegans', Anemone x hybrida 'Albert Schweitzer'.
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Pennisetum alopecuroides 'Hameln' 8/2021 Fountain Grass- () Fountain Grass, Mature size: 2x2ft, woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. , USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed S4 for 53 DAYS (Menards). Planted in 2021.
Digging Dog Nursery: Its compact habit and fine textured foliage make this one of the most popular Pennisetum cultivars. The foliar mound is very upright and dome-shaped, hosting blades that are darker than most Pennisetum alopecuroides. Appearing earlier than others in the species, a slew of plump woolly, slightly curved, creamy green flower heads, arching at least a foot aloft, are borne on wiry slender stems. To heighten your garden drama, let ‘Hameln’ anchor a riot of Asters and Nepetas.
Blooms late July–October
Size: 2' 0" – 2-1/2' high x 2-1/2' wide.
Hardy to zone 6..
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2021:
Anemone x hybrida 'Max Vogel' 8/2021 Anemone- () Japanese Anemone, Windflower, Mature size: 24x20in, pink, USDA Hardiness Zone 5, Michigan Bloom Week ISO WW33, In Garden Bed G2 for 4.2 YEARS (Bluestone). Planted in 2017.
Ranunculaceae family (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee). AKA fall-blooming anemones. Two month fall bloom period. Spreads. Large, double soft pink flowers with recurving petalsd and frilly orange centers. Gets a 4 1/2 star rating from Chicago Botanic Garden. Filled out nicely in its second year. Lower mound of plant is around 2 feet, while some of the stems reach 4 feet. Agressive spreader, need to cull part of the plant.
Photo by F.D.Richards, SE Michigan. Additional photos of this plant from 2017, 18, 19, 20, 21: