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Family names' garden
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Posted by plant_nanny z5KaneIL (My Page) on Mon, Jan 30, 06 at 16:45
| I want to start a new flower bed using only plants whose names match our family's first names. I would like suggestions for plants that would grow in zone 5, in clay soil, and in a sun/shade location (5 or 6 hours of sun daily). I plan on using bulbs, annuals, perennials, and small shrubs. The family names are Becky, Jenny, Alice, Adeline, Carol or Carolyn, Ruth, and/or Anita. Any help would be appreciated!!! |
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RE: Family names' garden
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| There's a great shasta daisy by the name of 'Becky' and there's a red peony called, 'Carol'. There's also a hydrangea called 'Alice'. There's a perennial groundcover called 'creeping Jenny'. Hope this helps! Its a great idea! |
RE: Family names' garden
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| Thanks, Bellarosa, this is a good place to start. I just came across a tiger lily called Lady Alice too. Any ideas on where I can find the hydrandgea? Plant Nanny |
RE: Family names' garden
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Sure. Check out Wilkerson Mill Gardens at www.hydrangea.com
Their phone number is 770-463-2400. You might be able to request a catalog. They have 'Alice'. I bought 2 hydrangeas from them and was very impressed with the size and quality of the plants. I wish I had room for more hydrangeas! |
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