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EASY GARDEN TRICKS
Want some simple but eye-catching ideas for your garden? How about two or three varieties of annuals that pack a color punch? Here are some lovely, low maintenance combinations for you to try:
Celosia, Ageratum & Vinca
Golden celosia plumes are stunning when paired with the rich blue of the ageratum (also known as floss flower). When you add a splash of deep pink annual vinca, you have a color and texture combination that can't be matched. These will do well in a hot, dry, sunny spot.
Petunia & Geranium
Try a high-contrast combination of cherry red geraniums and silvery blue petunias. Although blooming will be best in sun, these plants can handle some shade.
Salvia & Celosia
A combination of white and blue mealycup salvia and red-leaved plumed celosia offers a lovely color scheme for your garden. These popular annuals like sunshine, a bit of light shade, and a drink of water during dry spells.
Zinnia, Vinca & Annual Sage
Try a garden featuring white narrow-leaf zinnia, pink annual vinca, and medium blue annual mealycup sage. These tough plants require almost no maintenance and can withstand dry conditions once they've been established.
Marigolds & Begonias
Begonias usually do best in the shade, but the red-leaved varieties can handle a bit more sun. That's the secret behind a pairing of pink-flowered wax begonias and lemon yellow French marigolds, which, by the way, love the sun. These two low-growing annuals will provide a bright carpet of color all season long. Just keep the bed well watered, particularly in hot areas.
Remember, for all your real estate needs, call Catherine.
Sincerely,
Catherine Bennison - Realtor Associate
Keller Williams LA Harbor Realty
Direct: (310) 707-2162
Cell: (310) 748-7889
Fax: (310) 519-1882
E-Mail: CBennison@KW.com
Website: www.CatherineBennison.com
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