Category: What’s growing on
What’s Growing On – January 2019
If you think hollies are boring, think again! While known primarily as an evergreen holiday decoration in North America, hollies are actually quite varied in appearance and range worldwide. In fact, the Ilex genus is estimated to have 400-600 species … Continue reading
What’s Growing On – December 2018
Viola cornuta ‘PAS1122565’ Sorbet® XP Beaconsfield, Horned Violet (Located at the Damson Aquatic Garden) Viola cornuta, commonly called horned violet, grows to 6-8” tall and spreads to 12” wide. Round-toothed, ovate, evergreen leaves have large stipules giving it its common … Continue reading
What’s Growing On – November 2018
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s not surprising if thoughts turn to turkey with sage dressing, but did you know that some plants in the Salvia genus have pretty, cold-hardy foliage in addition to savory flavor? Salvia officinalis is … Continue reading