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Black Lace Elder
Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo
Tiny Pumpkin Daylily
Black Lace Elder

Common name:Black Lace Elder
Botanical name:Sambucus nigra ' Black Lace'

Deciduous shrub that has dark purple foliage and vibrant pink flowers. Purple berries soon follow that are suitable for producing wine.

Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo

Common name:Nandina, Heavenly Bamboo
Botanical name:Nandina domestica

Nandina domestica is a graceful upright shrub that grows from 3'-6' in height. It gets its name from its bamboo-like growth habit. When thinned from the center it bears a remarkable resemblance to bamboo. It is best used in groups. It can be used in a shaded patio or out in a shrub border with full sun. An interesting feature of Heavenly Bamboo is the bronze color in the new growth when planted in full sun. It also bears clusters of white flowers in the spring.

Tiny Pumpkin Daylily

Common name:Tiny Pumpkin Daylily
Botanical name:Hemerocallis 'Tiny Pumpkin'

This strap-leafed perennial is enjoyed for it enduring orange flowers and hearty constitution. It has dark green leaves that protrude from the base and lovely lily-like flowers that burst forward from long stems. .

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Soils and Compost:

Incorporate compost 6" into your soil to retain water, reduce compaction, feed earthworms, and provide valuable nutrients to your plants.

Integrated Pest Management:

Attract, or buy beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings to control pest outbreaks in your garden.