jueves, 8 de enero de 2015

What are the perennial plants of flowerbed?

Perennial Plants

According to experts, herbaceous perennials are plants that wither in winter and sprout in spring.
This applies to most herbaceous perennials grown in the gardens.
But there are exceptions:
Not all perennials fade in winter and not all sprout in spring.
Here you talk about plants that continue to live year after year, you have to uproot and divide, occasionally, to prevent degenerate.
The plants are actually perennials, such as: Acanthus, Helleborus, Peony which can be left outdoors safe to continue living without problems for years.


 
With the name of herbaceous perennials grouped a large number of plants, including those that reach 30 cm. high, is called arriate plants.
Want to enjoy these plants in full bloom? Contemplate in midsummer.

Herbaceous border

The herbaceous border is very nice to see and there ejemplor excellent at Wisley, Hampton Court, Gt. Dixter and other large gardens in Britain.
But at present it is not possible to create them.
They require lots of space, lots of care and can only be viewed from one side.
The back fence or wall will keep out the light I impedes the flow of air, and therefore, plants that are behind tend to lean forward, unless you put stakes to secure them.
Ahunque be given the best care, there is a certain time of year, you can get to be lackluster.

Massif island

If you have an area exclusive cultivation of perennial flowerbed, another option is to create a massif island.
In the. plants can be admired from all angles and not have the problem of the shadow cast by the walls or fences nearby.
Higher plants are placed in the center and it is advisable, although not a rule, its height does not exceed half the scale of the massif.
Excellent examples you see them on: Bressingham Gardens, Norfolk, in these places is where the idea of massif island.

Mixed border

For medium sized gardens, the right one is the mixed border. This corresponds to the idea of an old country garden.
The key is to have some colorful flowers throughout the year. You can choose according to your desire, within the full range of garden plants.
The roses, shrubs and flowering evergreen provide a colorful framework within which you can plant the perennial flowerbed in groups of three to five.
It is important to avoid splashing when grown as isolated, one by one.
To fill in the spaces in front, plant annuals and bulbs. Annual plants will cover the flower flowerbed during the summer and the bulbs will give you life in the late winter and early spring.
Following a few rules you will get success assured.
Before the planting, be sure, to uproot any weeds and then Appoint more robust perennials and smaller size, so you do not have to place him stakes.


 
Source: Blue speedwell

Blue Veronica

1 blue Veronica (speedwell Blue): The dark blue peaks of 7 inches (17.78 centimeters) of Veronica sway above the plant that grows low enough so you can place it in the front of a border. Flowering Time: early summer to late autumn. Height: 18-24 inches (45.72 centimeters to 60.96). Resistance: Up to 40 degrees F below zero. Light: full sun to very light shade.
Source: Purple coneflower

Cornflower

2 Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) or 'Purple coneflower': This prairie wildflower with a level of sophistication in the range of Magnus, throwing her petals out horizontally like daisies, instead of pushing them down like a slip wrong. A great flower for cutting.
Flowering time: Mid summer to early fall. Height: 2 ½ to 3 feet (76.2 to 91.44 centimeters). Resistance: Up to 40 degrees F below zero. Light: Sun.
Source: Yellow Daisy

Yellow Daisy

3 Yellow Daisy (Rudbeckia fulgida Goldstum): Another wild flower meadows which often gets a bad review because of its overuse. Do you think common? Well, of course! The Goldstum, despite its Czech and German origin, is truly an American icon. And it's a nice plant that leaves an inheritance. Plant three to soon have seven.
Flowering time: Mid summer to late fall. Resistance: Up to 30-under zero degrees F. Light: Sun Height:. 2-2 ½ feet (60.96 to 76.2 inches).
Source: Jarritos de hojas púrpuras

Jarritos purple leaves

4 Jarritos purple leaves (Purple-leaved Beard-Tongue). This white flowers with pink shades and brown-red foliage are a real deployment and themselves. But really, they complement well with almost anything. As with all purple foliage, a backdrop of a clear color frustrates syndrome "black hole." Flowering time: From early to late summer. Height: 2 ½ feet (76.2 centimeters). Resistance: Up to 40 degrees F below zero. Light: Sun
Source: pink Astilbe

pink Astilbe

5. pink Astilbe (Astilbe Sprite): His crown feathers fern type foliage, wonderfully delicate combination. The leaves usually have a bronze form, making this even more interesting plant. One thing privately, is a bit thirsty. Flowering time: Mid summer to early fall. Height: 18 to 20 inches (48.72 to 50.8 cm). Resistance: Up to 30 degrees F below zero. Light: Partial shade to full sun.
Source: Widow Blue

Widow Blue

6 Widow Blue (Scabiosa columbaria): As this plant always seems to flourish, a kind of loss is observed by itself, giving you the perfect opportunity for you to accompany with a Coreopsis Moonbeam. The blue-yellow combination is classic. Flowering time: Mid summer to early fall. Height: 12 to 14 inches (30.48 to 35.56 centimeters). Resistance: Up to 30 degrees F below zero. Light: full sun to very light shade.

Perennial Salvia Blue

Perennial Salvia Blue (Blue perennial sage) Salvia superba May Night: Not to be confused with salvia herb garden. The May Night is cold hardy and striking at the same time. The black-blue flower is shiny and mysteriously sinister at the same time. Note their location for their color is not lost. Flowering time: Mid summer to fall. Height: 22-28 inches (59 to 71.12 inches). Resistance: Up to 25 degrees F below zero. Light: full sun.

Tinkerbell Purple coral

Tinkerbell Purple Heuchera micrantha Palace Purple coral: Here, a plant with many virtues. A major is your crumpled colorful foliage. Really spectacular, especially in large quantities before the season. Its tiny flowers have their fans, but those people probably take powerful lenses. This plant can truly stand up to abuse, too. Flowering time: All summer. Height: 12 to 14 inches (30.48 to 35.56 centimeters). Resistance: Up to 30 degrees F below zero. Light: Full sun to partial shade.

Threadleaf Tickseed

Threadleaf Tickseed (Coreopsis verticillata Moonbeam): Perhaps the moonbeam coreopsis not the most impressive in the drawer of a gardener weapon, but its soft yellow color and foliage full of ferns complement absolutely anything. Flowering time: Early summer to autumn. Height: 16-18 inches (40.64 to 45.72 centimeters). Resistance: Up to 35 degrees F below zero. Light: full sun to very light shade.