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Hummingbird Haven
Be sure to keep the weeds pulled so they do not compete with the flowers for water and sun. There are eighteen different varieties, each an irresistible invitation to imbibe in summer's sweet nectar. This glorious array of vivid floral color will last from spring to fall for your enjoyment as well. Soil must be kept moist while the seeds are germinating and beginning to grow. Some of the flower varieties included are Bee Balm, Columbine Shooting Star, Coral Bells, Godetia, Hollyhock, Nasturtium and Zinnia. In cool climates plant in the spring, 1 to 2 weeks after the last average frost date. The Hummingbird Haven Flower Mix calls all hummingbirds. If this mix of showy, bright blooms doesn't catch their attention, they haven't arrived in your town yet. In mild climates, sow seed during cooler months, generally October through March. This mix covers approximately 14 square feet. ... find out more
Tomato - Cherokee Purple Tomatoes need at least 1 inch of water a week. Soak to depth of 6 to 10 inches when watering. The Tomato Pole Cherokee Purple, 'Lycopersicon lycopersicum', is an old Heirloom variety from Tennessee that is extremely productive and also has a very rich tomato flavor. In warm winter/hot summer areas, tomatoes can be planted in early fall for winter harvest. The flesh is a unique red brick color with a rose/purple skin color. They may also be seeded outside after the last average frost date. Tomatoes are generally started inside. The Cherokee Purple produces large numbers of 10 to 12 ounce tomatoes with a strong tomato flavor with just the right amount of sweetness. Tomatoes prefer well drained soil that is high in organic matter. They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. |
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