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Plant	Status	Notes	Events
Astilbe chinensis Spotlight	Have	Purchased from Inline Propagators Plant Sale Sept 23 2022. This attractive pink Astilbe has deeply cut, coarse textured green leaves that are accented with bronze tones. 'Spotlight' is more sun and drought-tolerant than other Astilbe selections, but will thrive in part sun to full shade, and rich, moist, well-drained soil. Exposure: Part Sun/Shade Bloom Time: Spring into Summer Height x Width: 20" x 24" Hardiness: -29°C to -23°C USDA Zone: 3	September 23, 2022: Obtained plant ($7)
Dahlia Garden Sensation	Have
Daphne odora 'Marianni"	Have	Given May 2023 by Julia and Natalie. Potentially harmful!TOXIC if eaten, skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Grow in moist but well-drained, humus rich soil in full sun to partial shade. Mulch annually in spring with well-rotted organic matter to keep the roots cool. Marianni™ is an exciting variegated Daphne with striking yellow to cream edged leaves. Its fragrant pink flowers appear from February to late March. Use this plant as a shrub border, a specimen plant or in groupings. It is outstanding when used in containers where the richly fragrant, pink flowers and colorful foliage can be appreciated. Flower Color -Pale Pink Foliage-Glossy Yellow-Cream Edged, Green Pointed Size/Habit-Mounding, 3–4' h x 3' w Light-Full Sun Zones-6–10 Water-Regularly Until Established Features Fragrant	May 24, 2023: Obtained plant June 3, 2023: Transplanted (Planted under front oak beside yellow rose but will need to be moved into more sun.)
Fuchsia debron's snow fairy	Have	Purchased from Devon Nursery July 2022 Raised and released by Debbie and Ron Monnier in 2012, Fuchsia 'Snow Fairy' is a cross between F. 'Brookwood Belle' and F. 'Maxima'. The short flower tube is dark rose. On their upper surfaces the sepals go from magenta at their bases to pink at their tips. On their lower surfaces they are magenta with green tips. The slightly flared corolla is cream with reddish veining. Late spring to frost. 1-2 ft. x 1-2 ft. Magenta and White flowers Sun, Part Shade Zones 8, 9 10 In the maritime Pacific Northwest, we grow hardy Fuchsias in full sun where they bloom non-stop from late spring to first frost. In hotter climates, we recommend giving Fuchsias protection from the afternoon sun. Fuchsias make wonderful subjects in containers and for the mixed border.	July 1, 2022: Obtained plant
Fuchsia Magellanica Wyndcliffe Flurry	Have		April 19, 2021: Obtained plant ($5 Country Garden)
Gaillardia x grandiflora Mesa	Have	Purchased from Costco $7
Iris pallida 'Variegata'	Have	Purchased from Nursery on Pelly Road in Spring 2022 Variegated Sweet Iris Iris pallida 'Variegata' SKU 04598 Flashy, green and golden-striped foliage to brighten the garden! Light lavender-blue bearded flowers have a soft, sweet fragrance. Excellent near the front of borders where the foliage can be seen close up. Best in full sun, but this species is more shade-tolerant than many other species of iris. An herbaceous perennial. USDA Zone ? 4-9 Your climate might be too cold for this plant: Change Light Needs Full sun, Partial sun Water Needs Keep soil moist to wet.
Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Variegata	Have
Molinia variagata	Have
Musca Zebrina "Rojo" Red Leaved Banana	Have	Lowes, $3, June 8 2021, Plant in Full Sun, 4.7" Tropical Thriller	June 8, 2021: Obtained plant
Purple Moor grass Molinia caerulea subsp. caerulea 'Variegata	Have
Saxifraga bergenie 'Winterglut'	Have	$3.33 Planted near light post in front - split into two. Hoping it will grow so I can split it into more. Did not bloom year 1.
Symphyotrichum novi-belgii "Island Tonga Aster"	Have	Purchased from Inline Propagator on Sept 23 2022 $7 Symphyotrichum novi-belgii TONGA ('Dasthree') ('Island Series') is a compact aster, bearing bright purple flowers with a bright yellow centre. It's ideal for growing at the front of herbaceous borders, and is perfect for growing in pots as part of an autumn container display. For best results plant Symphyotrichum novi-belgii 'Tonga' in well-drained soil in a sheltered, sunny site. Cut plants back hard after flowering. How to grow Symphyotrichum 'Tonga' Plant size 45cm height 30cm spread Aspect South facing, west facing Position in border Front, middle Sun exposure: Full sun Hardiness: Hardy Soil type: Chalky / alkaline / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy	September 24, 2022: Obtained plant ($7)
Monkshood (Aconitum x bicolor)	Have	Purchased from Inline Propagator Plant Sale Sept 23 2022 A colour variation on the more familiar Blue Monkshood, this is not as commonly seen in gardens. Plants form an upright clump of deeply-cut green leaves, bearing spikes of blue-edged white flowers in mid-summer. May need staking in early summer. An outstanding cut flower. Plants prefer a site that will not dry out, away from thirsty tree roots. In hot summer areas this will need protection from afternoon sun. Easily divided every 3 to 4 years, in early spring. CAUTION: toxic if eaten/harmful via skin.	September 24, 2022: Obtained plant ($7)
Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Blue Triumphator')	Have	June 2023 Came through the winter but quite hurt. Only 3 leafs. Purchased from Inline Propagator Plant Sale $12 on Sept. 23 2022 Overwintering in same pot. Agapanthus blue triumphator Agapanthus 'Blue Triumphator' Zone 6 bears clear blue flower heads on tall, fresh green stems. It makes an eye-catching container display, especially when grown among other sun-loving plants. For best results grow Agapanthus 'Blue Triumphator' in a sheltered, sunny spot, in moist but well-drained soil. In exposed areas protect from winter frosts or move potted plants indoors in autumn. Agapanthus 'Blue Triumphator' is a cultivar of Dutch origin - 1916 I think. The flower seems to have all sorts of colours along the inside and outside and throughout the margins - from pale to dark blue and pale to dark violet. We have grown one of ours right beside an Eryngium for an interesting blue-on-blue colour clash/combination. Maybe not to everyones taste! Position: Full sun, partial shade (better in full sun) Soil: Almost any soil - grows well in Ballyrobert! Flowers: July, August, September Other features: Bees, Butterflies, and Bugs Hardiness: Fully hardy - grows well in Ballyrobert! Habit: Clump forming Foliage: Deciduous Height: 75 to 120 cm (2.5 - 4 ft) Spread: 45 to 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft) Time to full growth: 2 to 5 years Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial Colour: Blue, purple, pink, green Goes well with: Achillea, Coreopsis, Crocosmia, Hemerocallis,, Kniphofia,and Stipa tenuissima. We like to experiment with blue-on-blue (Eryngium and Agapanthus!) or blue on white (White Hydrangea and Agapanthus).	September 24, 2022: Obtained plant ($12)
Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Galaxy White')	Have		April 19, 2021: Obtained plant (Country Gardens $20) November 1, 2022: Winterized (Wintering evergreen agapanthus Evergreens will need extra care. It'll need to be cut back in the summertime as soon as fall approaches. Do NOT wait until the cold comes. It's just an unnecessary risk to take, especially when grown in northern regions where it gets really cold. The plant needs to be cut back at the end of summer or early fall right before the cold begins. Check your forecast and look up your frost dates. Upon cutting back, you'll then dig up the roots next. The tubers should be cleaned. Use a soft-bristle toothbrush to gently brush off soil that's stuck on them. Let them dry out after you clean them. The roots will likely have all sorts of dirty clumps stuck on them plus the moisture from prior waterings. Keep them somewhere dry, warm, and humid-free. You can wrap them in some paper while they dry out. Keep the light in the room minimal during this time. Store in a dark, dry, light-free environment. Aim for temperatures between 40-45F. When the spring comes, check for mold, fungus, or spores. If you see any, dispose of the bulb because it'll be useless. If everything's good to go, then you're ready to plant them again for the season. Evergreens are difficult to overwinter compared to deciduous. If you're in zones 6-8, you'll have a tough time getting them to stay outside during the cold. Zones that stay above 60F should be OK leaving them in the soil throughout the winter, but they also need full sun. So if the sun goes away with those shorter days, it'll suffer. But if temps are good, plus the sun is bright, you may get away doing nothing. Just water it once a week. Don't let it go dry. If temperatures fluctuate around that threshold, add some mulch. 2-3 inches of organic mulch around the root to help keep it nice and warm. Mini greenhouses, cold frames, or plant heaters are also good choices. Smaller agapanthus plants can be covered with a portable greenhouse, without disturbing the plant. Lastly, you can move your agapanthus into a container. If you set up a temporary housing area that has temperatures around 60F with 12 hours of sunlight per day, then you can keep your evergreen going through the winter. Use a grow light for plants if you don't have the sunlight to give it. When the spring comes, move it back to the original location. This is to be used as a last resort. It's not good for the plant to constantly move it. So avoid doing so if possible. One handy tip is to use containers to grow your evergreen agapanthus. This makes it a lot more convenient because you can simply move the container when the cold comes. You also don't need to uproot it and mess with the roots each time the cold comes. The pot can be brought inside your house when the winter comes. This saves you a ton of time plus reduces plant shock. Be sure to provide some light by placing agapanthus next to a window in your house. Don't fertilize during this time, but continue to water at a reduced rate.) April 25, 2023: Plant emerged (Overwintered on-site by back garage door and seems to be doing fine. Full height with no flowers by June 4 although we have had a hot May)
Lily of the Nile (Agapanthus 'Northern Star')	Have		April 24, 2021: Obtained plant (Cedar Rim $25) November 1, 2022: Winterized (Wintering evergreen agapanthus Evergreens will need extra care. It'll need to be cut back in the summertime as soon as fall approaches. Do NOT wait until the cold comes. It's just an unnecessary risk to take, especially when grown in northern regions where it gets really cold. The plant needs to be cut back at the end of summer or early fall right before the cold begins. Check your forecast and look up your frost dates. Upon cutting back, you'll then dig up the roots next. The tubers should be cleaned. Use a soft-bristle toothbrush to gently brush off soil that's stuck on them. Let them dry out after you clean them. The roots will likely have all sorts of dirty clumps stuck on them plus the moisture from prior waterings. Keep them somewhere dry, warm, and humid-free. You can wrap them in some paper while they dry out. Keep the light in the room minimal during this time. Store in a dark, dry, light-free environment. Aim for temperatures between 40-45F. When the spring comes, check for mold, fungus, or spores. If you see any, dispose of the bulb because it'll be useless. If everything's good to go, then you're ready to plant them again for the season. Evergreens are difficult to overwinter compared to deciduous. If you're in zones 6-8, you'll have a tough time getting them to stay outside during the cold. Zones that stay above 60F should be OK leaving them in the soil throughout the winter, but they also need full sun. So if the sun goes away with those shorter days, it'll suffer. But if temps are good, plus the sun is bright, you may get away doing nothing. Just water it once a week. Don't let it go dry. If temperatures fluctuate around that threshold, add some mulch. 2-3 inches of organic mulch around the root to help keep it nice and warm. Mini greenhouses, cold frames, or plant heaters are also good choices. Smaller agapanthus plants can be covered with a portable greenhouse, without disturbing the plant. Lastly, you can move your agapanthus into a container. If you set up a temporary housing area that has temperatures around 60F with 12 hours of sunlight per day, then you can keep your evergreen going through the winter. Use a grow light for plants if you don't have the sunlight to give it. When the spring comes, move it back to the original location. This is to be used as a last resort. It's not good for the plant to constantly move it. So avoid doing so if possible. One handy tip is to use containers to grow your evergreen agapanthus. This makes it a lot more convenient because you can simply move the container when the cold comes. You also don't need to uproot it and mess with the roots each time the cold comes. The pot can be brought inside your house when the winter comes. This saves you a ton of time plus reduces plant shock. Be sure to provide some light by placing agapanthus next to a window in your house. Don't fertilize during this time, but continue to water at a reduced rate.)
Elephant's Ear (Alocasia sarawakensis 'Yucatan Princess')	Prev	Purchased March 2023 as a house plant. Planning to put outdoors. Died in shop.
Blue Star (Amsonia hubrichtii)	Want (Love to have)
Astilbe Mighty Chocolate Cherry	Have	Purchased Sept 23 2022 from Inline Propagator's Plant Sale $7 Perfect for the shaded landscape or container With tall, robust flower spikes that offer a huge pop of hot pink color, you'll want to plant this false spirea by the masses in your garden. Clusters of hot pink flowers are held at the top of tall stems in the shape of spikes. The flowers are dense and fluffy, offering tons of color that you just have to see to believe. The bright, piercing-red flowers are supported on deep burgundy to chocolate-red stems that complement the blooms nicely. The divided dark green and reddish-chocolate brown foliage also plays well off of the red tones of the flowers and stems. This color show is truly a showstopper. Reaching about 4 feet high and wide, Mighty Chocolate Cherry is perfect in any border, and covers foundations well. It enjoys part to full shade, so it will thrive in woodland areas. Deer and pest resistant, you won't have to worry about this low maintenance plant. Mighty® 'Chocolate Cherry' thrives in moist, well-drained soil and it super heat tolerant, and even cold tolerant too. This shade perennial will light up your garden with eccentric color and fragrance. You won't be disappointed with these robust and string flower spikes.	September 24, 2022: Obtained plant ($7)