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Borne on new wood, each lush snowball-like bloom is held aloft a backdrop of dark green foliage on a sturdy, flop-proof stem, making an excellent cut flower, both fresh and dried. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAfter the first frost, flower clusters turn tan to caramel, and along with the shredding and peeling papery brown bark on mature plants that reveals glimpses of the underlying cinnamon hue of stems and branches, they add a textural element to the winter garden, especially pleasing in a snowy landscape. The plant also hosts the hydrangea sphinx moth, and in winter, hollow stems provide nesting habitats for bees. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eInvincibelle Limetta hydrangea is highly adaptable and very reliable. The shrub has a dwarf, mounding habit that gives it the flexibility to thrive just about anywhere in the garden, even in containers. It is an excellent specimen but is shown to best effect when massed. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEasy to grow and maintain, both cold hardy and heat tolerant, smooth hydrangea prefers morning sun and afternoon shade; average, well-draining soil; and plenty of water. The plant requires sun to bloom and can tolerate full sun if well watered; however, full sun should be avoided in hot climates. It is intolerant of drought, so it must be kept moist in dry conditions. Spring pruning is recommended. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA native plant, Invincibelle Limetta is indigenous to North America. Native plants are not only beautiful but also environmentally friendly. Naturally adapted to the climate and soil conditions of the region, they thrive without fertilizers or extra watering, once established. They also act as natural pest controls, reducing the need for pesticides in the garden. 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The nectar-rich flowers are sweetly fragrant and extremely pollinator friendly, attracting tons of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eA \u003ci\u003eBuddleia davidii\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly called butterfly bush, Pugster Amethyst is a colorful shrub with a compact, mounding habit and vigorous growth. If allowed, butterfly bush will self-seed, so consider placement carefully. It is a perfect specimen, container, or mixed bed plant but is shown to best effect massed or grouped. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAn easy-grow, easy-care shrub, butterfly bush performs best in sunny locations with average, medium moist, well-draining soil. The plant is drought and heat tolerant, deer resistant, and pet friendly. 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And Double Dark Pink was one of the longest blooming in trials. The big, bright pink double blooms are as vivid and abundant in fall as they are in spring. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEasy care, azalea grows best in sunny to dappled sun locations with cool, moist, acid soils high in organic matter. A light pruning after the spring bloom will encourage new growth and heavier rebloom. Benefits from mulch.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAward-winning plant breeder Dr. Tom Ranney of NCSU created this revolutionary series. 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Not only is it much, MUCH cold hardier than most—happy all the way through Zone 4 in the north—but its blooms open green and then progress through 4 different colors. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eHydrangea 'Limelight' begins its show in early to midsummer when plentiful flower clusters of rich chartreuse-to-lime arise all over the large shrub. As they mature, they first turn pure white, then darken to all shades of pink, finally settling on a rich rosy hue. Cut them at any point in the color show and they'll remain that shade, of course—so you can get a 4-color bouquet from a single shrub, and a fully blooming plant has every color present at once.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow, the flowers arise in big, fluffy domes packed with little florets, and when I tell you that these domes reach 8 inches across, you're just going to have to take my word. The most remarkable thing is not the size of each cluster but the NUMBER of them—they dot this shrub like dewdrops at dawn. And they keep arising for months—well into fall in most climates. Now that's flower power and then some!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eNow, 'Limelight' is more than a pretty face. It's easy to grow, and once established is one of the best choices for xeriscapic (water-saving) gardens. It also puts up with heat, humidity, poor soil, and a bunch of other annoyances. Just give it plenty of water the first year or two to get it feeling at home in your garden, then leave it be. You'll be astonished at how carefree and lovely it remains, year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpace these shrubs about 6 feet apart in sun to light shade.\u003c\/p\u003e   \u003cp\u003eWhen fall \u003cb\u003enights grow cooler\u003c\/b\u003e, some panicle hydrangeas may reveal pink or red accents, an enchanting transformation that's natural and variable. 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Super-floriferous, creating a long, seasonal floral display, 'All Summer Beauty' blooms in showy mophead inflorescences on old wood in midsummer and reblooms on new wood into fall. The large, globose clusters of *pink or blue florets are held aloft fleshy, elliptic, slightly serrate, bright green leaves on long, strong stems. The flowers are long lasting and make excellent cuts for fresh and dried arrangements. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAfter the first frost, flower clusters turn tan to caramel, and along with the shredding and peeling papery brown bark on mature plants that reveals glimpses of the underlying cinnamon hue of stems and branches, they add a textural element to the winter garden, especially pleasing in a snowy landscape. The hollow stems also provide nesting habitats for bees. \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith cain-like growth, this multistemmed, suckering shrub has a compact, bushy, rounded habit and a rapid growth rate. 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The flowers are ultra long lasting and quite large, especially when seen on the plant, which is just 2 to 4 feet high and wide. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive this mophead consistently moist soil and a bit of shade in every climate except the most northern. Do not allow it to dry out completely, but make sure the soil drainage is good. Revolution grows quickly and easily, its large, toothy leaves keeping the shrub handsome even when it isn't blooming. 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We call it \"sangria,\" but really it's an ever-changing blend of red, magenta, and burgundy, far and away the closest butterfly bush ever to the true red—that elusive fire-engine shade—gardeners have tried to add their collection for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  These bottlebrush blooms begin in midsummer and continue all the way to frost in the sunny garden, attracting every butterfly, bee, and hummingbird for miles around. Miss Molly is very free-flowering, so cut all the blooms you like for the vase. There will be more in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Reaching 5 feet high and 5 to 6 feet wide, Miss Molly grows quickly, and needs very little care to continue flowering beautifully year after year. Cut it down to about one-third its original height in late winter and early spring to improve branching and flower production and let it go. 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Add it to your landscape at once.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous 'Double Mint' Gardenia boasts double petaled ivory and white blossoms with glossy, evergreen foliage and makes for wonderful freshly cut arrangements. Place the 'Double Mint' Gardenia under a window or in a container on a porch to enjoy the heavenly scent in your home. This tight, evergreen shrub reaches approximately three feet in height and width. Plant this beauty in partial shade to full sun with well-drained soil. Remove darkened blossoms to promote new buds, and prune after the bush is finished flowering in the late fall. The bush is hardy and will bring enjoyment and beauty for years with proper care. 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