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Horticulture Report: Hesperantha Coccinea

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Plant Name: Hesperantha Coccinea
(Previously known as Schizostylis Coccinea)
Common Name: Kaffir Lily, River Lily
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Flower Color: Pale Pink, Dark Pink, Crimson, White, Orange, Red, Pale Purple
Bloom Time: Late Summer to Early Winter
Foliage Color: Blue-Green, semi-evergreen
Sun Exposure: Full Sun – Part Sun
Water Requirements: Evenly moist soil; do not let dry out
Height: 24-36 in
Spacing: 9-12 in
Hardiness: 7a to 9b
Uses: Cut flowers, Along stream beds, By Ponds & Creeks, Perennial flowerbeds, Borders, Mediterranean Gardens
Attributes: Gladiolus-like flowers appear on spikes; Likes moisture; Tolerates poor soil; Grows in clumps
Native to: South Africa

Solidago rugosa

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Solidago rugosa ‘Fireworks’, is a late-blooming Goldenrod that is attractive to smaller insects.  This is a perennial that is 3′ high by 2′ wide.  The tiny blossoms open on top of the curving leaf stems, and burst into gold about mid-September, bringing some late interest to a Fall garden, and also providing food for tiny pollinators.  It’s sturdy and easy care. 
Prune it down in early Spring, and feed it before growth starts. 
It needs full sun and moderate water.  The myth that Goldenrod pollen causes hay fever is just that, a myth. I have been enjoying this striking plant in my South facing garden.  
Sherri Morgan, AGC Member