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New
Plant Introduction News
Here is the latest from the world of Pride
of Place Plants Inc.
Media contact: Rick Sorenson, fax 1-250-652-5408, email info@prideofplaceplants.com
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A
RARE GREEN FLOWER THAT IS NOTHING TO SNEEZE AT
A green flower is a rarity. A green flower in the Echinacea
family—yes, that healthful herbaceous plant genus that
helps ward off winter cold symptoms—is nothing to sneeze
at. ( Consumer
press release for new cultivar Echinacea Purpurea "Green
Envy".)
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NEW
CULTIVAR OF ECHINACEA DISCOVERED
Echinacea appears to be the “it” flower of the moment
with new types emerging on all continents. One cultivar that
has captured the interest of growers is Echinacea Purpurea ‘Green
Envy’, a jade green colored floral bloom with brilliant
magenta veining. A green flower is, itself, a rarity; a bi-colored
Echinacea is an historic first.
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Announcing
the publication of Clematis as Companion Plants
by Mr. Barry Fretwell, ©2004. Available
on Compact Disc. $5.00 US
Allied to a tremendous surge of interest in Clematis during recent
years, there has developed a far greater knowledge and appreciation
of the range and diversity offered by this genius and glories that
it can bestow upon any garden. It is not surprising, therefore,
that a number of growers are realizing the potential of combining
Clematis, not only with other Clematis but with, through and in proximity
to existing shrubs and trees. Full story...
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Introducing
the Nemesia Confetti Series ™
This perennial range of Nemesia's have been bred in Australia to
suit harsh conditions using the bloodline from a proven UK performer
- the original N. 'Confetti'. Using its compact habit and prolific
flowering capabilities as a base, the Breeder has developed a range
of colors to suit most creative needs. Because they are easy to
grow and quick to shape up, this new 'Confetti' series makes a great
choice for fast results in a new garden or for filling holes in an
established border. Full story...
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The
Barry Fretwell Collection ™
Pride of Place Plants Inc. is proud
and pleased to announce an agreement with Mr. Barry Fretwell
and Mrs. Patricia Fretwell, from Devon, England, to promote and
market their fine collection of Clematis Cultivars. The intial
10 cultivars will be followed by many more diverse and interesting
cultivars.
Mr. Fretwell is a well known plant breeder and author. His 2 books
on Clematis have been extremely well received in his home country
of England. His breeding efforts have included much of the work
done on the texensis species of Clematis and many are currently
available around the world.
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The
Kivistik Collection ™
Pride of Place Plants Inc .®is proud and excited to announce
that Aili, Taavi and Aime of Roogoja Farm, Karla village, Kose
parrish, Harjumaa county, Estonia has chosen our firm to promote
and market their exciting collection of Clematis Cultivars.
The
breeding work of the Kivistik Family of 'Roogoja Farm', Estonia
has produced outstanding cultivars for the North American Home
Garden.
Bred
North of the
58th parallel for a short growing period in a harsh climate,
these cultivars perform very well in all but the very hottest
climates of North America. Full Story...
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