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Slower growers and fast growers -- a list?
Comments (10)The fastest ones for me are the generic Green One and the Green & White One. Of the other more established hosta that I have, Paul's Glory wins the speed contest, hands down. Pity that it's my least favorite hosta. Another unloved (by me) hosta speed machine is Parky's Birchwood Gold. Krossa Regal isn't a speedster like Paul's Glory but it's been a steady grower. Golden Tiara grows like gangbusters. Lancifolia has been a fast one. Summer Fragrance, So Sweet and Fried Green Tomatoes have steadily increased. Royal Standard has been slow for me but that may be because I have it planted in quite a lot of shade. Big Daddy is supposed to be slow but I haven't noticed that--I have a big beautiful specimen that's 10-12 years old, started from a single plant. and in heavy shade. I know that I've taken divisions off of it a couple of times. But, it has not been moved, so that may be a factor. He's outgrown his space so I'm going to have to tackle moving him in the next year or so....See MoreHow fast do hydrangeas grow/how to propegate
Comments (8)Good advice, creech444. Just one thing about the May Apples: we have some and I find they spread vigorously and rapidly, and (like many of our favorite plants) are toxic if ingested. I started with one hydrangea, Nikko Blue, and found it to be very easy to propagate. One of the flowering stems in a vase sent out roots, so I potted it up and it spent the winter in the greenhouse. There's still just one stalk, not more than 6" high yet, but I see two shoots on the side and a flower bud on top already! Sweet little thing. I also find secondary plants growing under the "mother" plant and last autumn divided one off and planted it across the yard ... so far, it looks nice and healthy. I can't wait to try propagating 'Lady in Red' (new last season) and this year's addition, a variegated hydrangea, for other spots in the yard. As for companion plants, I'd like to add Japanese Andromeda (Pieris Japonica) to the list of shrubs - nice clusters of small creamy flowers in early spring, new foliage is sometimes reddish in color. Beneath my original Nikko is a swath of snowdrops - they start blooming here in February (sometimes even late January) and stay through March. Nice winter contrast of the leaves and delicate white blossoms against the exfoliating bark of the hydrangea. The foliage will have ripened and died off by the time the hydrangeas are blooming. Fernleaf bleeding heart (dicentra) also thrives in the same environment as hydrangea; the lacy foliage is a nice contrast to the hydrangea leaves and they will be taking a rest during summer's heat while the hydrangea is in peak bloom, to return as soon as weather cools down a bit. It sounds like you're going to have a lovely border along the side of your house! If you can manage it, I like creech's advice to buy a few (same or different varieties, as you like) then fill the gaps with propagations. In the meantime, there are many annual and perennial plants that will fill those gaps nicely (daylilies are very adaptable, fill out quickly and come in a mind-boggling array of colors and forms). I think daisies would be pretty, too, especially with the blue hydrangeas, if there's enough sun. Good luck and have fun! Diane...See MoreThe swap is fast approaching!
Comments (3)Hey all you shy people! Now that it's warm and we can actually get out and garden, I know you're finding plants that need to be divided, or volunteer seedlings that need a home. Pot 'em up and bring 'em to the swap. I am here to testify! It's fun! It's unique! It's an easy way to find new homes for your extras. and It saves money because of all the plants I don't have to buy. Come join us! OK, I was really nervous the first time - what if I brought stuff that nobody wanted? What if I took home things I didn't want? What if nobody else came? What if it was just a bunch of friends and I didn't know anyone? Take a chance - I think you'll be pleasantly surprised....See MoreWhat to do when plants approach top of stakes so early?
Comments (14)Yep, it has a name - Florida Weave. Used by many and generally works well. There are some great pics of it in some of the posts here. Search 'florida weave' if you want to take a look at them. You are right, in long rows additional poles are needed. ;) I had some 20 left-over plants and not enough cages for them this year so I rigged up a long FW row for them and set 6' T-posts every 3rd plant (every 6' or so). Working great so far but like yours, mine are still only about 3-4' tall. I think I still prefer my CRW cages though. ;) Dave...See MorenanadollZ7 SWIdaho
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7 years agoGary in Riverside Ca (USA) USDA Zone 9b; Sunset Zone 18
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7 years agoJasminerose, California, USDA 9b/Sunset 18
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoJasminerose, California, USDA 9b/Sunset 18
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoJasminerose, California, USDA 9b/Sunset 18
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7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
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7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
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7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoCori Ann - H0uzz violated my privacy
7 years agoGary in Riverside Ca (USA) USDA Zone 9b; Sunset Zone 18
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoGary in Riverside Ca (USA) USDA Zone 9b; Sunset Zone 18
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