Begonia - Dragon Wing Pink
The Begonia Dragon Wing Pink, 'Begonia x hybrida', is a beautiful shade plant growing up to 15 inches tall with a a spread of up to 18 inches. Dragon Wing Pink Begonias perform very well in the landscape with excellent heat tolerance and garden performance. Dragon Wing Pink is part of a new series that is very heat tolerant and has wing-like, glossy green leaves. It's an excellent companion with other annuals in containers and hanging baskets. The Dragon Wing works great in full sun but the look in partial shade is absolutely awesome. These plants bloom almost constantly and have angel-wing shaped, dark green leaves that are spectacularly glossy with huge panicles of pink flowers hanging down. This plant is ideal for hanging baskets on the front porch or in large containers. Begonia Dragon Wings prefer planting beds that are well drained and organic-rich. ... get more information
Cuphea - Allyson The Cuphea Allyson, 'Cuphea rosea', is a plant that is used in containers that has purple flowers and green foilage. Allyson can be used as a landscape or ornamental plant. Summers heat will not stop these unique flowers. Place them in well drained soil and then look for Hummingbirds as they begin to flower. Pinching in early summer will promote branching. This plant can also be a perennial in warmer zones.
