Coleus - Saturn
The Coleus Saturn, 'Coleus hybrid', has burgundy red foliage with bright lime lines down the center and scalloped edges. These new, bigger, sun loving varieties have revolutionized contanier gardening. The brilliant colors explode in sunny locations. Coleus plants are durable and easy to grow. The coleus plants are a tender perennials. Frost will cause them to die immediately. Coleus plants are so colorful that many people keep them and use them as a house plant. These plants will do best in temperatures above 55 degrees. Flower buds should be pinched off as soon as they develop. If a coleus plant is allowed to seed, it has completed its life cycle and will die. Coleus must have good soil drainage. Poorly drained soils and excessive watering will damage coleus. Plants suffering from "wet feet" will be stunted, leaves will turn a muddy brown, and leaf margins will be scorched. For zones 10-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... details
Herb - Fernleaf Dill The Fernleaf Dill, 'Anethum graveolens', Fernleaf or dwarf dill grows to 18" high and has dark green leaves. It is a unique dwarf that was developed for container culture. The dark, finely divided foliage on the basal-branching plant offers excellent flavor. Dill likes a well-drained, moderately rich, moist soil with a pH of 6. 0 in full sun. Do not crowd plants because crowding and poor, dry soil will cause it to bolt. The primary use for Dill is culinary. Fresh Dill leaves are sprinkled on all sorts of food including potatoes, lamb chops, tomatoes, squash, salads, sauses, grilled salmon, eggs, spinach, cucumbers, and green beans. Dill is used extensively in Scandinavian and Russian cooking. Plant Dill in the spring after the last day of spring frost. Dill prefers fertile well drained soil with lots of organic matter.
