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Snowdrop Anemone (Anemone sylvestris 'Madonna') |
Have Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Perennials |
Swallowtail Garden Seed, Winter Sown. Good for partial shade or Dappled Shade. Will plant in white garden. Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5), Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 3 Plant Height: 9 - 12 inches Plant Spread: 12 - 18 inches Flower Color: White Bloom Size: 2"-3" Flower Time: Late spring or early summer Underground structures: Rhizome |
March 6, 2021: Seeds sown (Winter Sowed in garden tote.) May 10, 2021: Seeds germinated (Long germination time, but they are growing!) June 15, 2021: Transplanted (Planted into a pot to grow on. Matured over the summer beautifully. Approx. date. See June 7th photos of the seedling plants.) November 3, 2021 - April 21, 2022: Transplanted (Transplanted 1st year plant from pot to garden area with some light shade, wood mulch.) March 29, 2022: Plant emerged (Seemed to overwinter well. Plants actively growing.) April 20, 2022: Maintenance performed (Divided one of the bigger clumps of the winter sown plants. Big root system has developed in the clump. Easy to divide.) May 12, 2022: Bloomed (Beautiful medium height white blooms. So thrilled to grow these from seed and see these blooms in year 2!) |
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Winecup (Callirhoe involucrata) |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers |
New to me in 2022, obtained from a seed swap. Hardy to Zone 4a. Winecup, aka Purple Poppy Mallow and Buffalo Rose. Can take up to Partial or Dappled Shade. Short plant: 6 - 12 inches, Spread: 12 - 36 inches; Taproot; Groundcover Will Naturalize. 1999 Plant Select Winner |
March 31, 2022: Seeds sown (WS in jug alongside native silky milkweed. Asclepias. ) |
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Clinopodium nepeta 'Marvelette White' |
Have Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials |
Notes: Dainty white, small plant, blooms early summer to early fall. Fine textured foliage. Best tidied in early spring before active growth begins. Good in - Rock/Alpine, Border Edging, Herb Gardens, Container Planting gray-green foliage from mid-summer to fall. Plant it near a pathway or seating area or in a container so that you can conveniently run your fingers through its leaves, releasing its wonderfully minty scent. Calamint is quite drought tolerant and makes a wonderful edging and rock garden plant. The Marvelette Series is a big improvement on older varieties, with a dense, compact habit and earlier, larger and more numerous blooms. It also blooms the first year from seed! Sow seeds indoors, 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out into the garden. Deer resistant. Perennial. Summer to fall blooming. Height: 8" to 10". Seed life: 2 to 3 years. |
January 31, 2023: Seeds sown (Winter sown (partial packet from seed swap) in dixie cups inside a WS tote. ) April 11, 2023: Plant emerged May 15, 2023: Plant emerged (Transferred seedlings to Earth boxes to grow on to larger size while on vacation.) |
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String of Pickles (Crassothonna capensis 'Ruby Necklace') |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Tender Perennial (Michigan) Sedums and Succulents |
Crassothonna capensis 'Ruby Necklace' Ruby Necklace, aka String of Pickels. NOTE: Moderate stress (direct sun, drought, or cool temperatures of about 50F) will turn the succulent leaves to magenta . There is also fine,white fuzz that grows in the crevices of stems and leaves. (Look close, not mealybugs) Flowers are yellow. Stem cuttings to propagate. It is a tender succulents, so bring indoors to grow as it needs good sunlight, drainage, and infrequent water. Water enough for water to run out the bottom of the pot, then wait for the soil to fully dry before watering again. Avoid wet feet. |
July 7, 2022: Obtained plant (Purchased plant at Frank's in Maryland. Pictures to be added shortly.) July 21, 2022: Potted up (Placed in sunny spot in backyard garden.) September 28, 2022: Maintenance performed (Repotted to single pot, now a large trailing plant, and moved to greenhouse. Plan to move indoors in November.) |
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Geranium (Geranium pyrenaicum 'Summer Snow') |
Have Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials |
Delighted to get seed for this plant in a 2022 seed swap, especially after learning about hardy geraniums on the Fine Gardening sponsored podcast recently. Winter Sowing and planning to use in the backyard moonlight and front yard gardens for cover after bulbs have finished. Glad it self-seeds. | February 5, 2022: Seeds sown (Winter sown in two cups in a tote, as well as in half of a winter sowing jug for the 2022.) March 21, 2022: Seeds germinated (Showing green leaves in WS jug) May 14, 2022: Transplanted (Planted 8-10 plants from winter sown jug and red solo cup tote germinated plants. Good, robust size.) |
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Common Candytuft (Iberis umbellata) |
Have Annuals Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds |
Received seed in a seed swap. Not clear which candytuft it is. Will sow for 2023, winter sow. | |
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Douglas Meadowfoam (Limnanthes douglasii) |
Have Annuals Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers |
Received seed in Nov 2022 DND seed swap. Excellent as ground cover and path edging, is attractive to pollinators and insect predators in the vegetable garden. Prefers well-drained, moist soil in full sun. Will self-seed freely and naturalize. It is a California and Oregon native and is also known as poached egg plant and Douglas' meadowfoam. It grows in pools, grassy, damp areas and spring meadows. It can grow in poorly drained clay soils. It also has a nice aroma. It has the Award of Garden Merit (AGM) from the Royal Horticultural Society. How to grow 15cm height 15cm spread Plant: South facing, west facing |
March 1, 2023: Plant emerged (Winter sowed, then moved into the new little greenhouse. Sprouts emerged. Seems to be doing well.) May 13, 2023: Bloomed (Bloomed, and now blooming profusely in my pot and in the newly transplanted plants in the new front herb bed.) |
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Monkey Grass (Liriope muscari 'Variegata') |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Shade Garden Winter Garden |
Liriope muscari 'Variegata' Blooms in Late Summer, See COLLAGE Will collect seeds. Note: Propagation: Divide clumps at the roots by hand from late autumn to early spring. Sowing: Difficult. Ensure seeds are free of any fruit pulp as it contains phenolic growth inhibitors. Try winter sowing Stratify in warm water for one day. Space seed every 1 inch (2.5 cm), lightly cover with grit to about 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep. Germinates at about 70 to 75°F (21 to 24°C) in the spring. Shear leaves back to the ground at the start of spring - Can use a mower . Provide shelter from cold winds in cooler areas. Further Information Best used for: Ground cover, Borders, Butterfly gardens. Family: Asparagaceae (Asparagus family) |
April 26, 2021: Obtained plant (Purchased from Lowe's locally) September 28, 2021: Transplanted (Planted in new light shade garden) |
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Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima 'Carpet of Snow') |
Have Annuals Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers |
Winter Sown in 2020 using lasagna style tinfoil pans. Did very well. WS again in 2021, two varieties. | March 19, 2021: Seeds sown (Winter Sown in lasagna style pans. DT fresh seeds.) |
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Sweet Alyssum (Lobularia maritima 'Pastel Carpet') |
Have Annuals Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers |
Name is Allure Pastel Blend, from Botanical Interests, 2021 seed. | March 19, 2021: Seeds sown (Winter Sown in lasagna style pans. ) February 26, 2022: Seeds sown (In lasagna pan tray, Winter Sown) March 20, 2022: Seeds germinated (Green showing, WS tray of seedlings) |
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Blue Pimpernel (Lysimachia monelli subsp. monelli) |
Have Annuals Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers Prairie |
Needs 8 hours of full sun. Tender perennial grown as annual. Called Blue pimpernel and Poor Man's weather glass as the vivid, blue flowers close if rain is approaching. Useful in rock garden and border. Pinch plant tips in spring and summer to encourage spreading. Plant Height: 6"-1 feet Plant Spread: 1-1.5 feet |
March 25, 2021: Obtained plant (Seed from Livingstone seed. ) |
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Climbing Snapdragon (Maurandya scandens 'Mystic Purple') |
Have Annuals Container Garden Cottage Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Pollinators, Natives, Wildflowers Vines & Creeping Shrubs |
Received seed in seed swap: Snapdragon Vine - grow as annual or overwinter The Spruce reports: "Snapdragon vine is usually planted in the spring from seed. It is a slow starter, but seeds planted in the spring will grow quickly once sprouted, covering a trellis within four months." Common Names Snapdragon vine, creeping snapdragon, trailing snapdragon, vining snapdragon, creeping gloxinia Family Plantaginaceae Plant Type Vine Mature Size 6–9 ft. long, 3–6 ft. wide Hardiness Zones 9–10, USDA Native Area Mexico and Central America Sun Exposure Full sun, partial shade Soil Type Rich, well-drained loam Reference: https://www.thespruce.com/grow... |
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Sedum (Petrosedum rupestre subsp. rupestre 'Angelina') |
Have Container Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Sedums and Succulents |
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Yellow Stonecrop (Phedimus ellacombianus Rock 'N Low™ Boogie Woogie) |
Have Cactus, Xeriscape Container Garden Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Landscaping Plant New plants and seeds Perennials Sedums and Succulents |
July 29, 2023: Obtained plant (Two plants at Lowe's ) July 31, 2023: Transplanted (Planted two plants in West front yard herb garden where spring Douglas Meadowfoam was (spring ephemeral, didn't last). ) |
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Plectranthus Cerveza 'n Lime® |
Have Container Garden Coleus Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Tender Perennial (Michigan) Sedums and Succulents |
Succulent, fuzzy leaves, fragrant. Propagate from cuttings. Roots easily From notes here: Once established, it is fairly drought-tolerant. |
May 27, 2020: Obtained plant (Approximate date, purchased as a Proven Winner plant. Grew vigorously. Did well as a container plant. NOTES: Use as a filler when using in containers Fragrant silvery green foliage! Requires full to part sun for best show and to keep it from getting leggy. Do not apply foliar fertilizer in full sun or you may experience leaf burn.) October 5, 2021: Cuttings stuck (Date approx.) November 9, 2021: Cuttings took (Grew vigorously as cuttings in basement window) April 13, 2022: Potted up (New cuttings for year 2022 were vigorous. The plant genus cultivars are known for being fast growing, spreading.) February 1, 2023: Cuttings stuck (Second year of cuttings from plant brought in and overwintered in basement.) |
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Creeping Jacob's Ladder (Polemonium reptans 'Blue Pearl') |
Have Cottage Garden Cutting garden Foliage for Bouquets Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials |
Perennial, Likes cool, partial or Dappled Shade to Full Shade, Height: 12-18 inches, Spread: 12 inches Flowers: Showy. Blue, Bloom: 1"-2"; Flower Time: Late spring or early summer Uses: Groundcover, Cut Flower Resistances: Deer Resistant Pollinators: Moths and Butterflies, Bees Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon Suitable for hanging baskets |
March 4, 2023: Seeds sown (Sown indoors in green cell pack trays) March 18, 2023: Seeds germinated (Germinated. Moved to greenhouse March 24th) |
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Rock Soapwort (Saponaria ocymoides) |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Perennials |
Good to Winter Sow. Alpine. Livingstone seed, new 2021. Heirloom. It can be made into soap. Also known as Bouncing Bet (after a washer woman legacy.) From Gardening Know How: Growing Soapwort: Tips For Soapwort Herb Care https://www.gardeningknowhow.c... |
March 27, 2021: Seeds sown (W / Spring sowed in a pot, will place in cold frame if it sprouts in outdoor pots exposed to Michigan March and April weather. Note Plant Height: 6-12 inches Plant Spread: 24-36 inches Flowers: Showy Flower Color: Pink Flower Time: Late spring or early summer Other: blooms repeatedly Uses: Groundcover) |
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Sedum (Sedum dasyphyllum) |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Tender Perennial (Michigan) Sedums and Succulents |
September 29, 2022: Obtained plant (Ordered from Mountain Crest Gardens. Plant arrived well packaged. Potted up, watered and placed in greenhouse. ) October 11, 2022: Winterized (Soaked in mild soap solution and used BT (Mosquito Bits) to prepare plant for overwintering. Moved indoors from greenhouse. ) |
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Stringy Stonecrop (Sedum sarmentosum) |
Have Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants Perennials Sedums and Succulents |
Have had this sedum for years! It was a start from a tiny sprig, and now it grows abundantly everywhere in the garden without being too aggressive. It's definitely vigorous and handles winter well. | |
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Partridge Feather (Tanacetum densum) |
Have Cactus, Xeriscape Everlastings and Suitable for Drying Foliage for Bouquets Ground Cover and Creeping, Trailing Plants New plants and seeds Shrubs and Trees |
Received 3 seed heads in DnD Seed Swap #9. Tanecetum densum 'Amani' is a low shrub and groundcover with small, yellow ball flowers. USDA: 4-8 Full sun In the Sunflower family. Seed is in the compound flowers like a sunflower. Synonym: Chrysanthemum densum, Pyrethrum densum Family: Asteraceae, Origin: Middle East, 5000 to 8500 feet elevation (1500-2500 m) To grow: Plant in a poor, fast draining soil, minimal fertilizer with coarse mulch/crushed gravel. Deer and rabbit resistant. One source suggests light side dressing of compost and Yum Yum Mix in the fall. Does not do well in wet or humid conditions. Grows 8 to 10 inches tall, 6 to 10 inches spread (20-30 cm) Water: Drought tolerant, needs good drainage, prefers sandy soil To plant: 6-10″ apart to promote feathery silvery look. Is cold hardy. Propagation: Seeds or division in the spring, cuttings in summer |
