Daisy - Dandenong Daisy™ Mt. Dandenong
The Daisy Dandenong Daisy ™ Mt. Dandenong, 'Osteospermum hybrid', a Proven Selections plant, originates from Australia's Dandenong Mountain Range. Dandenong daisy's are a unique series of long-blooming Osteos. The beautiful lavender flowers are attractive and the compact habit exhibits excellent heat-tolerance. Daisy's require a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil and should be kept well watered in the summer. Daisy's may be used as a cut flower and they are excellent in window boxes, pots, and rock gardens. The daisy is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds, plus they are resistant to deer. These daisys are winter hardy to USDA Zones 10-11 and they are grown as an annual in other cooler climatic zones. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional bloom. The deeply cut, dark green leaves are aromatic when bruised. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. ... more information
Cucumber - Bush Pickle The Cucumber Bush Pickle, Cucumis satiovus, is great If space is limited. Bush varieties requires two-thirds less space than vining cucumbers. The bush variety grows nicely in containers and produces abundant crops. Bush cucumbers produce very nice straight cukes. Cucumbers prefer full sun and rich, well-draining soil. They are delicious eaten alone, and they are a tasty addition to tossed salads, main dishes, and appetizers.
