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Mexican Sunflower – Tithonia Diversifolia

May 8, 2015 by Missie

Mexican Sunflower, Bolivian Sunflower, Marigold Tree, Tithonia diversifolia

A new favorite addition to the garden this year is the Mexican sunflower – tithonia diversifolia. The Mexican sunflower is a very fast growing perennial in zone 10b and useful in a variety of ways. Besides its obvious stunning show of flowers it also serves as a great cover/screen plant. In less than a year mine have grown … [Read more…]

Floral Arrangements from the Garden

April 21, 2015 by Missie 1 Comment

, caladium, iris, bougainvillea, ground orchid, florida native, rouge plant

Last weekend my talented future daughter-in-law created these beautiful floral arrangements with flowers and plants from my garden. I wish you well in your new profession Vanessa and thank you for bringing my garden indoors for me to enjoy.