The Hosta ‘Blue Angel’ is an outstanding perennial forming a gracefully cascading mound of thick, heavily textured, widely oval to wedge-shaped blue-green leaves. It can grow up to 16 inches long with prominent veins that appear slightly ribbed. During the summer, funnel shaped blooms appear that are the slightest color of lavender and can reach up to 48 inches tall. Hosta’s are primarily grown in shady areas therefore are great for borders under covered areas and as background plants. Here at Creekside, we carry the blue angel in a 1g.
Orange peel is a great plant for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds with its golden flowers. With glossy green leaves that darken as they receive full sun adding another layer of interest. Flowers heavily in spring, being most fragrant in the evening and early morning. Plant in full to part sun, in well-drained soil. It can grow 8-10 feet in height with a 6-10 foot spread!
Ornamental sweet potato vines are one of the most popular trailing plants for containers, hanging baskets and window boxes. These beautiful, fast-growing tender herbaceous perennials have long tendrils that tumble over the edges and down the sides of containers. Their Leaves are heart-shaped, deeply lobed or lacy, creating textural interest in the landscape. Sweet potato vine is easy to maintain and tolerant of different growing conditions, including heat, humidity and shade. It is a tender perennial grown as an annual in most regions. Here at Creekside, we carry the ‘Blackie’ and ‘Marguerite’ Sweet Potato Vine in Hanging Baskets.