Hosta - Tokudama
The Hosta Tokudama Aureonebulosa, Hosta 'Tokudama Aureonebulosa', is a sport of the hosta Tokudama and is a mainstay for any hosta garden. It has greenish yellow puckered leaves with variable blue-green margins. The heaviley textured leaves have a cupped appearance. The white flowers of this hosta appear in mid summer on 18 inch stems, however hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Tokudama Aureonebulosa is no exception. Tokudama Aureonebulosa will handle partial sun or shade and should be planted in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady spots, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener. ... more info
Astilbe - Key Largo The Astilbe ‘Key Largo’, 'Astilbe simplicifolia', is a colorful feathery flower with bright shell pink blooms and shiny deep green foliage. ‘Key Largo’ is known to produce twice as many flowers than other types of Astilbe. Astilbe ‘Key Largo’ blooms in mid summer and is 16-20” tall and a plant width of 18-24”. Do not allow Astilbe ‘Key Largo’ to dry out. A moist, well-drained area is key for this plant. In order to keep Astilbe looking good for the next year, do not cut it back in the winter, (the old foliage helps protect the plant from winter damage), but prune in early spring. Astilbe can be used as cut flowers, perennial borders or shade gardens with Hosta’s and Ferns. Astilbe is considered to be deer resistant and will attract hummingbirds.
