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The Sunflower False, Summer Sun, ‘Heliopsis helianthoides’, is a perennial sunflower that blooms all summer. It is easy an easy to grow addition to any perennial bed. The Summer Sun also makes a nice cut flower. The flowers are 3 to 4 inches across and are yellow daisy-like with yellow centers. It is an excellent summer and fall screen or border. The False sunflower looks best when planted in mass. The Sunflower False, Summer Sun, can be planted in the spring after the last average frost date. It can also be successfully planted in the fall. This sunflower will grow in almost any soil but it blooms and thrives best in rich garden soil. Keep the plants attractive by removing spent flowers. The Summer Sun would be an excellent addition to a wildflower patch or naturalized area receiving little or no care.

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The Monkshood, ‘Aconitum napellus’, is a wonderfully different perennial for your shade garden. Monkshood perform best in shade under trees or on the east or north side of a house. The flowers occur in clusters along tall spikes. Flowers are deep blue to blue and have 1 to 2 inch high hoods. Monkshood takes 2 to 3 years to bloom from seed. They bloom from late summer into early fall. Monkshood prefers shady locations. They will withstand sun, but they must be watered constantly. Monkshood requires soils that are high in organic matter and the soil must be moist, but not soggy. Plant in late fall or early spring. They are used for cut flowers and shade gardens. Note: All parts of the plant are poisonous, especially the roots.

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This organic insecticide is derived from the seeds of the tropical Neem tree.Target pests: aphids, whitefly, gypsy moths, webworms, mealybugs, caterpillars, and more than 30 additional species on ornamentals, flowers, vegetables, fruit, trees, and shrubs. Application rates: depends on what you need to treat, but generally 8 oz. covers 3,000 sq. ft.Not available for sale or shipping in the following states: PR Why Restrictions?

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