Hardy Border Plant Growing Tips

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The Art of Growing and Showing Hardy Plants.

Hardy Border Plants.

All the plants named in this and the following articles are invaluable to the modern gardener. Once well planted in good soil, they come up season after season, and will provide a splendid flower display, also the taller varieties will furnish the home with hundreds of cut flower blooms week after week, we have articles on flower arranging at:->

http://easyflowerarranginghelp.blogspot.com/

The varieties we will list in these articles will need no further attention once planted, beyond an annual dressing of well rotted garden compost or manure, if farm yard manure is used keep well away from edible plants.

We have an article on making Organic Garden Compost at:->

http://gardencomposthelp.blogspot.com/

The compost/manure is spread over the border in early March and mixed with the surface soil by means of a garden fork. Unless otherwise stated, the best time to plant Hardy Border Plants is in late October, November and December. However, planting can be and frequently is carried on throughout the winter and into March, the winter Hardy Border Planting should only take place if the ground is not frozen.

Still, the plants are Hardy Border Plants, and, providing the weather is mild and as stated is not frozen or sodden, winter planting often turns out well, especially on light sandy soils.

If you live in a colder region and planting is not finished by the end of November or earlier, it is best advised to wait until late February to Plant your Hardy Border Plants.

Many of these hardy perennials are of vigorous growth, and are apt to become crowded with stems; the finest flower display is obtained when a few of the stems are cut out.

The amateur often makes the mistake in planting too close together, with the result that there is not enough space for the Hardy Border Plants to develop and grow; the result is that they will spoil each other and disease will gain a foothold.

A good average distance to allow between each plant is about 24inches, if the Hardy Border Plant varieties grow over three feet in height allow 20inches between each plant.

In this article I have grouped together a few of the easiest and quickest growing Hardy border Flowers, so easy reference can be made. Others, which are not so commonly grown, will be found in later articles.

Each variety of Hardy Border Plant will only have a brief description here, to read a more fuller growing guild click on the http name.

Acanthus Mollis. Has the double merit of possessing deep-cut glossy foliage and stately showy flower spikes. The large and deeply cut, foliage grows to a height of about 2 feet, and is of white and purple in colour. This is a scarcely a plant for the mixed Hardy Border unless placed far from the border edge, where its attractive foliage will run no risk of being smothered. Rating 7 out of 10.
For more information on growing Acanthus Hardy Border Plant go to:->

http://acanthusgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Achillea. The most generally used for the Hardy Border is Achillia Ptarmica the pearl (reselected). It grows about 2 to 3 feet in height, and in July freely bears its medium, double, white flowers that are attractive in the Hardy Border and wonderful for cutting for indoor decoration. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Achillea Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://achilleagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Aconitum. The first point of interest to know about the Monkswood is that its roots are poisonous, and that they resemble those of Horseradish. The Hardy Border Aconitum is not exactly a showy flower; its colour is to dull for that, but is compensates for being dark blue, in the fact it flowers late in the season. Rating 6 out of 10.
For more information on growing Aconitum Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://aconitumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Alchemilla. This Hardy Border Perennial is suitable for a position where little else will grow, and a green patch is required. The yellow-green star shaped flowers are usual, set in intricately branched heads suspended above attractive foliage. Rating 6 out of 10.
For more information on growing Aconitum Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://alchemillagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Alstromeria. (Peruvian Lily). This plant can cause problems to the amateur grower, but it is really well worth the effort. Lets see what are its recommendations. It flowers in July; the best strains have flowers of orange, red, yellow and mauve, all colours have variations splashed and veined red. The plants grow about 2 feet high, and they love a sunny site. Wonderful for cutting for indoor decoration. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Alstromeria Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://alstromeriagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Alyssum. Everyone knows, the rich yellow blooms of the common Hardy Border Alyssum. This plant is on the brink of a major make over, ‘why you say’, because it can withstand drought, which is ideal for the years to come if we can believe the scientists, with the threat of global warming the deep yellow flowered plants with hairy leaves will not suffer. The humble Alyssum is a wonderful plant in any theatre in the garden. Highly scented. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Alyssum Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://alyssumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anacyclus Depressus. A low growing alpine plant with grey-green fern like leaves, and small white flowers with a crimson reverse. By far the best hardy Anacyclus perennial we have used is Hardy Border Anacyclus Depressus ‘Garden Gnome’. This variety of Anacyclus Depressus is by far superior to any others raised in recent years. Very long flowering period. Rating 6 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anacyclus Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anacyclusgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anaphalis. The only variety commonly grown at the moment is Hardy Border Anaphalis pearl everlasting immortelle ‘New Snow’. The Anaphalis immortelle is classed as a Hardy Herbaceous Perennial that is a member of the daisy family. As stated the Anaphalis is an everlasting plant, so once cut it can be dried for home decoration lasting throughout the winter and following spring. Rating 8 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anaphalis Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anaphalisgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anchusa. The Hardy Border Perennial Anchusa has come on in leaps and bounds over the last 30 years thanks to the commercial growers world wide. It has gained wide popularity due to the improvements in stem strength and general tidiness. The number one improvement upon the original type is in the Blue Flowers so much so that it is classed as the best hardy blue flower. Best variety to grow is ‘Feltham Pride’. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anchusa Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anchusagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Androsace. You may wonder why we have included what is classed as a rock plant or Alpine in this selection on Hardy Border Perennials, the reason is over recent years the common hardy perennial Androsace or Rock Jasmine has been bred to perform as a hardy border Plant. If planted by the edge of a path or lawn the small rosettes of leaves will withstand being hit by the mower or walked on, plus early in the season April-May it is smothered with tiny white flowers. Rating 8 out of 10.
For more information on growing Androsace Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://androsacegrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anemone Japonica. This is a flower that on garden can afford to be without. We are indebted to Japan early in the nineteenth century for the hardy border Anemone breeding program. This breeding program was carried on in the west until today and long may it carry on, each year there are more and more new varieties available, thanks to the advent of plant tissue culture. The Hardy Border Perennial Anemone varieties growing tips is so vast that we have devoted many articles to them, go to:-> Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anemone Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anemonegrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anthemis ‘chamomile’ this is rather a special Hardy Border Plant with a double edge, not only does it have wonderful large daisy like flowers which smother the plant for months starting from late May, also the foliage has a most breath taking scent. The flowers are held well above the fern-like foliage that makes them very easy for cutting. The flowers hold well in water when cut and used for decoration in the house. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anthemis Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anthemisgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Anthericum. Liliago is a beautiful hardy Border Plant growing to some 18inches in height. This difficult to find plant bears wonderful white flowers in June. The blossoms of Liliago are very free also they can be cut for house decoration. It is well worth trying to find a root of this Hardy Border Plant. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Anthericum Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://anthericumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Antirrhinum. ‘Snapdragon’. This is the flower most amateur growers will admit to being there first love, but would not let the wife know that, their again the Hardy Border Snapdragon is very much like the misses, ‘once introduced to the garden is very difficult to get rid of. As the blossoms fade in the autumn, you will think, it’s a pity to remove it for the winter being an evergreen Hardy Border Plant. The Snapdragon is as tough as old boots, and given a mild stretch in winter will start to flower again, giving food to the foraging bees of early spring. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Antirrhinum Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://antirrhinumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Aquilegia. ‘Columbine’. In gardens of old, the columbine or Hardy Border Aguilegia occupied a position of prominence, for they formed one of the groups of Hardy Perennial flowers that were cultivated when gardening was in its infancy. How different are the Hardy Border Aquilegia of the 21st century to those varieties of the 17th century. The new hybrids are a joy to behold; my favourite Hardy Border Aquilegia is William Guinness. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Aguilegia Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://aquilegiagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Asperula Odorata. The sweet woodruff, this is a plant more commonly classed as a weed, but it is far from it. This is the hardy woodland plant that has perplexed many a woodland walker when a fragrance filled the air and they were unable to discover where it came from. It is a lovely little plant that hides away in the woodland, where its little white flowers and rich green leaves form a dainty carpet. Ideal for a shaded area where it will self-seed readily. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Asperula Odorata. Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://asperulagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Asphodelus. The only hardy border Asphodelus that garden lovers need trouble to grow is the giant kind, Asphodelus Ramosus is an attractive plant, with slender, almost grass like stems and white blossoms that open in May. It grows about 4 feet high, prefers a moist soil, and is happy in a shady border. Rating 5 out of 10.
For more information on growing Asphodelus. Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://asphodelusgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Aster ‘michaelmas daisy’. It must be very confusing to the amateur gardener when, as in this case, he finds that the same name is given to two completely different cultivars, totally different, that is, in general appearance. If it is of any help he may care to know that botanically they are very much alike. The large flowered bedding type Aster chiefly grown for displays in parks and gardens is a totally different plant from the Hardy Border Aster or Michaelmas Daisy. The Hardy Border Aster will reach a height of 6 feet and can be used for cut flower production. Rating 8 out of 10.
For more information on growing. Aster Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://astergrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Astilbe ‘Goat’s Beard’. This is one of those very rare plants that likes to have its feet damp at all times, so is ideal for that spot in the garden which is cold and damp where nothing else grows. With the major breakthroughs in tissue culture in recent years, this much-loved Hardy Border Plant has had a wonderful facelift from its original parents in China. New crosses have come through, which makes this Hardy Border Astilbe much easier to raise from seed. Rating 8 out of 10.
For more information on growing. Astilbe Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://astilbegrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Astrantia. This is one of those unfortunate Hardy Border Plants that has no popular name, and for that reason it is seen little outside specialist gardens, or, "those that Know" the best variety we have grown to date is Primadonna. This attractive bushy plant has maple-like leaves. Deep red flowers, well over 2 inches in diameter. Excellent cut flower. Well worth a try. Rating 5 out of 10.
For more information on growing Astrantia Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://astrantiagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Aubrietia. Includes several species and varieties, all of which are highly decorative. This pretty Evergreen Hardy Perennial Trailing Plant, which is useful for edging, and for rock garden display, the new varieties bred over the last 50 years will thrive in full sun in fairly dry soils. Hardy Perennial Aubrietias are ideal plants for draping a wall; if planted on top of the wall or in crevices between the stones. Rating 9 out of 10.
For more information on growing Aubrietia Hardy border Plant go to:->

http://aubrietiagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

We hope you have enjoyed this months Blog.

Next month we will be looking at growing Hardy Border Plants from seed.

How to capture and save seed from your own Hardy Border Plants.

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Other blogs and articles of interest are at:-
Step by step to Growing Eye Catching Fuchsias
click on:->
http://fuchsiagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

A guide to the Management of all Types of
Chrysanthemum, Queen of the Autumn.
click on:->
http://chrysanthemumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Lettuce all year round, my favourite Webb's Wonderful
click on:->
http://lettucegrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Nutritionally, the Tomato is highly esteemed for its
health protective Vitamins and Mineralsclick on:->
http://tomatogrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Garden Design for all Gardens Large or Small
click on:->
http://gardendesignhelp.blogspot.com/

Build up the fertility of your Garden Soil with
Organic Vegetable Compost:->
http://gardencomposthelp.blogspot.com/

One of the best loved soft fruit's, how to grow the
easy way:->
http://strawberrygrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

How to Grow Indoor Cucumbers of the highest
quaility:->
http://cucumbergrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Melon growing, a Delicious Summer Fruit for
Greenhouse and Cloche Cultivation:->
http://melongrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

A Complete Guid to the Production of Grapes
http://grapevinegrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Growing and Showing these very popular
fragrant Garden Flower:->
http://sweetpeagrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Carnations a Complete Guide to their Successful
Cultivation:->
http://carnationgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Asparagus One of the most delicious early summer
vegetables:->
http://asparagusgrowinghelp.blogspot.com/

Loganberry a very Profitable Cane Fruit for Garden Cultivation
http://loganberrygrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Raspberry a Profitable Soft Fruit, Full Details of How to Produce a Bumper Crop.
http://raspberrygrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Blackberry a Profitable and Easily Grown Hardy
Fruit for Garden Cultivation.
http://blackberrygrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Rose a Complete Guide to the Cultivation Of all the
popular Types.
http://rosegrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Crop Rotation, Catch Cropping and Successional
Cropping
http://croprotationhelp.blogspot.com

Abelia an attractive leaf-losing or evergreen flowering shrub
http://abeliagrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Abeliophyllum a hardy climbing shrub ideal for wall covering
http://abeliophyllumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Climbing plants for all areas of the Garden outdoor or indoor
http://climbingplantgrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Abies-Silver Fir, Hardy evergreen trees for planting on lawns.
http://abiesgrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Acanthus, Hardy Perennial Plant valued for it Cut Flowers.
http://acanthusgrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Hardy Border Plants, For a Continuous display of colour.
http://hardyborderplanthelp.blogspot.com

Antirrhinum 'snapdragon' most Popular of all Bedding plants
http://antirrhinumgrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Achillea, a showy front row Plant for the Herbaceous border.
http://achilleagrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Aquilegia, favourite Hardy Border Flower, ideal for cutting.
http://aquilegiagrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Aster, 'Michaelmas Daisy' a showy hardy Perennial for
late summer.
http://astermichaelmasdaisygrowinghelp.blogspot.com

Clematis, beautiful Spring and Summer Flowering
Climbers for Walls and Arches.
http://clematisgrowinghelp.blogspot.com