Add visual interest with these unique varieties!
Sometimes you need a unique looking flower or plant structure to add visual interest or create a focal point in your garden. Why not try one or more of these varieties in an area where you’d like to draw some attention?
Torch Lily
The bright orange blooms of tropical-looking Torch Lily attract butterflies and hummingbirds. And with a mature size of up to four feet tall, it will stand out!
Torch Lily Details
- Hardiness Zones: 6-9
- Plant Type: Perennial in zones 6-9; annual in zones 5 and colder
- Bloom Time: Early to late summer
- Mature Plant Size: 36″-48″ tall
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Planting: 1″ deep, 18″-24″ apart
- Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, dry soil
Globe Thistle
Globe Thistle is a sun-loving, low-maintenance perennial that bears golf-ball-sized blooms in mid to late summer. It’s a great choice for cut flower arrangements and grows to about three feet tall.
Globe Thistle Details
- Hardiness Zones: 3-8
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
- Mature Plant Size: Approx. 36″ tall
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Planting: 1″ deep, 18″ apart
- Soil Type: Sandy or loamy soil
Alpine Sea Holly
Alpine Sea Holly has intriguing blue-purple blooms and grows two to three feet tall. Plus, it’s tolerant of dry conditions and resistant to deer.
Alpine Sea Holly Details
- Hardiness Zones: 2-8
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
- Mature Plant Size: 24″-36″ tall
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Planting: 1″ deep, 12″-24″ apart
- Soil Type: Fairly dry, well-drained soil
False Spirea Mix
The spiky plumes of False Spirea Mix will add texture and color to your garden. It’s a great choice for borders, growing 20″ to 36″ tall, and prefers half sun to full shade.
False Spirea Mix Details
- Hardiness Zones: 3-8
- Plant Type: Perennial
- Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
- Mature Plant Size: 20″-36″ tall
- Light Requirements: Half sun/half shade to full shade
- Planting: 1″ deep, 12″ apart
- Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-drained soil
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