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October 31, 2006

Drip Irri-GATOR 1000 ft

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Drip Irri-GATOR 1000 ft

About the Drip Irri-GATOR 1000 feet: This kit irrigates 8 - 125 ft. rows up to 6\’ apart. Easy to follow instructions included. The Irri-Gator\’s unique Ro-Drip tubing system includes a filter regulator and easy, no-tools-required fittings. This system gets water right to the root zone with precision and economy.

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Blue Blizzard Geranium

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Blue Blizzard Geranium

The Geranium Blue Blizard, \’Pelargonium x peltatum\’, is an ivy geranium that has beautiful lavender blue flowers. These ivy geraniums provide a mass of color for your enjoyment all season long. Geraniums are a favorite bedding and container plant and are grown in almost every region of the country. Plant in ordinary well-drained soil. Over fertilization results in excessive foliage and few flowers. Fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. Pinching of the shoots will promote bushiness Remove spent flowers to enhance flowering.

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Patriot Honeylove Lantana

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Patriot Honeylove Lantana

The Lantana Patriot Honeylove, \’Lantana \”Patriot\” Honeylove\’, is an annual shrub like plant that will produce beautiful bright pink, butter yellow, and ivory flowers. Lantana is an excellent choice for beds or containers. The Honeylove Lantana has attractive foliage and the foliage is topped with vividly colored flowers. The brightly colored flowers of Lantana are excellent for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. The Lantana is also commonly called a Shrub Verbena. All Lantana\’s are tough, resilient plants that thrive in hot weather and bloom profusely from spring until frost.

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Mr. Folker De Caen Anemone

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Mr. Folker De Caen Anemone

The Anemone \’Mr. Fokker\’, \’Anemone coronaria\’, a fall planted tuber, produces striking, rich, blue single flowers. They are loved in gardens and arrangements for their large, richly colored blooms. Anemones grow well in southern climates.The Mr. Fokker Anemone will flower for 2 to 3 weeks in early to mid-spring. Anemones are great for containers, cut flowers, and borders. This plant will attract butterflies. Note: Soak the tuber in tepid water for about 12 hours before planting to promote early sprouting.

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The President Canna

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The President Canna

The Canna The President, \’Canna\’, also known as a semi-dwarf Canna or Bengal Tiger, has bright red blooms flowers with dark green foliage. `The President\’ is a prolific grower and dwarf in size. It has a plant height of 2-4\’ and a plant spread of 24-36\”. `The President\’ should be planted in full sun and in a well drained area. Cannas are an excellent choice for patio plants and they add color, height, and texture to any perennial border. `The President\’ was voted the `Peoples Choice\’ for a semi-dwarf bright red Canna. For a tropical look in your garden, don\’t forget Canna\’s.

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Moon & Stars Watermelon

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Moon & Stars Watermelon

The Watermelon Moom & Stars, \’Citrullus lanatus\’, is an old Amish heirloom recently rediscovered in rural Missouri. The yellow dots look like stars scattered among larger moons on a very dark green rind and on the foliage. This genetic defect in the pigmentation makes it the most interesting looking watermelon around and has no effect on the very sweet, red, and absolutely delicious flesh. Watermelon ripens in about 35 days after the flowers are pollinated by bees. Fertilize lightly every 4 to 6 weeks.

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Water Oak

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Water Oak

The Water Oak tree, Quercus nigra, is also known as a spotted oak or possum oak. Water Oak trees are a conical to round-topped tree. It is a popular tree in the South as a shade and street tree. This deciduous tree is fast growing and it starts producing acorns before its 10th year. The Water Oak is found along streams and low ground. Water oak acorns provide food for many animals such as squirrels, white-tailed deer, and wild turkey.

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