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Bridal wreath spirea — March 25, 2008

Truly an old-fashioned favorite, this shrub has appeared in many a hedge around an old farmhouse.

Winter aconite — February 12, 2008

These bright yellow flowers poke through the soil just when it seems that winter will never end. Even though they look fragile, they’ll tolerate freezing temperatures and snow without trouble.

Serbian bellflower — January 29, 2008

Serbian bellflower is a low-growing campanula that grows well in almost any garden soil except poorly drained clay.

Hosta ‘June’ — July 3, 2007

You’ll never get bored with this beautiful hosta. Leaf centers are chartreuse in spring then change to a creamy yellow by summer. The color varies depending on the amount of light available — you’ll get the best color by growing ‘June’ in morning sun and afternoon shade.