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Catharanthus roseus is commonly sold as annual vinca or Madagascar periwinkle. It is one of the best flowering annuals for hot weather and is particularly useful in East Texas because it tolerates heat, bright sunlight, and periods of dryness once established. The Cascade Cora series represented in the Gen1 Greenhouse inventory is especially useful for containers and flowerbeds. Quick Care Guide Light: Full sun to partial shadeSoil: Well-drained soilWater: Water…
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Hedera helix, commonly called English ivy, is a vigorous evergreen vine that is often grown for its attractive foliage and ability to spread across the ground or climb vertical surfaces. Variegated forms provide additional color and contrast in shaded locations. English ivy can grow successfully in East Texas, but it should be planted thoughtfully because it can become extremely vigorous. Quick Care Guide Light: Partial shade to shade; some cultivars…
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Ficus pumila, commonly called creeping fig, is a vigorous evergreen vine valued for its dense foliage and ability to cover walls, fences, trellises, and other structures. In East Texas, it can be grown outdoors in protected locations as well as indoors as a houseplant. Quick Care Guide Light: Bright indirect light indoors; partial shade to filtered sun outdoorsSoil: Rich, well-drained soilWater: Water regularly while actively growing; allow excess water to…
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