STOCK:

These sweetly scented flowers are borne in columns above gray-green foliage. They come in a full range of pastel colors with some stronger purples and magentas. They are lovely as massed plantings or can be used as a background for shorter annuals.

Height: 3'
Color: Pink, White, Purple, Red
Soil: Moist, but well drained
Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
Heat Zone: 12-1

SWEDISH IVY :

A European native it is a deer resistant foliage plant that makes an excellent addition to container gardens. The pale green leaves are somewhat kidney shaped, has scalloped edging and the variegated variety had white marbling. Trim and prune back to prevent stems from rooting as it trails. Has small trumpet shaped, violet-blue flowers in spring and summer.

Height: trailing
Color: green and white
Soil: Normal, sandy, loam
Season of Interest: Spring, Summer
Heat Zone: 6-10

TORENIA "Clown Mix":

Also called the Wishbone flower. It is a low growing annual that is valued for its tolerance to shade. It bears abundant summer blooms. Use it in the foreground of shady beds, or massed as a shady annual garden. Great choice for window boxes or containers. Will grow in full sun if mulched and well watered. Tolerates high humidity. Cut back when plants get too open or leggy. Use in beds, borders, hanging baskets, or as a houseplant.

Height: 6-12"
Color: Plum, Blue, Pink, White
Soil: Rich, well drained, moist soil
Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
Heat Zone: 12-1

VERBENA:

Verbena is a low growing, or vining (depending on cultivar) annual that produces clusters of dainty, brightly colored flowers. They are excellent for borders, edging walkways, hanging baskets and containers. Mature plants tolerate dry conditions. Avoid wet situations, and give plants good circulation. Attracts butterflies.

Height: 9"
Color: Red, Purple, Blue, Fuschia
Soil: Tolerates poor soil, prefers rich, light, well drained
Season of Interest: Summer, Fall
Heat Zone: 12-1