In the Peace Garden are two large planters that have Pink Yarrow, Nicotina, and Eucalyptus. I have planted these together in order to enjoy a delightful perfume as
we sit on the nearby benches.
Achillea millefolium or Yarrow
Other common names are Common Yarrow, Gordaldo, Nosebleed plant, Old Man's Pepper, Sanguinary, Milfoil, Soldier's Woundwort, Thousand-leaf is a flowering plant native to the Northern Hemisphere. In antiquity, Yarrow was known as herbal militaris, for its use in staunching the flow of blood from wounds.
Yarrow plants are herbaceous perennials and can reach 3' in height with a spread about 2' and can be grown in planting zones 3-8.
These perennials are known for their feathery, fern-like fragrant foliage, and flattened flower clusters. Blooming occurs June-September. Flowers come in a variety of colors, including white, yellow, pink or red.
Grow yarrow plants in full sun and in well-drained soil. Drought-tolerant once established.
According to Botanical.com, "Yarrow Tea is a good remedy for severe colds, being most useful in the commencement of fevers, and in cases of obstructed perspiration."
They are easy to grow with no special soil requirements and they have above-average drought tolerance, but the taller varieties may need staking on exposed sites. Cut down to ground level in autumn. Propagate by dividing clumps before they become overcrowded.
Botanical Name:Campanula carpatica
Common Name: Bellflower, Harebell or Canterbury Bells.
The campanulas are favorite garden perennials, and close relatives of the Bluebells or Harebells, which are treasured wildflowers both in No. America and Europe.
Easy to grow and always dependable, these lovely little plants
are always gardener's favorites.
Bloom Mid to late summer – Full sun to partial shade.
Zones: 3-8
Canterbury Bells are native to the mountains of southern Europe and have been grown in gardens since at least the beginning of the 19th century. The Victorians especially seemed to appreciate their gaudy beauty and were willing to put up with their demanding ways to grow them successfully.
This is yet another plant that I brought from Massachusetts that has transferred very well.
I have noticed that the white flowers seem to more abundant than the blue.
Not sure why.
Heuchera - Coral Bells
The genus Heuchera is native to North America Common names include alumroot and coral bells. The genus was named after Johann Heinrich von Heucher (1677–1746), an 18th century German physician. Coral Bells grow 18" - 24" high and bloom from late May through July. Flower color may be red, pink, white, or coral. Perennial, zones 3-8.
Food and medicinal uses
Though tangy and slightly astringent, the leaves may be used to liven up bland greens.
Natives of the Northwest U.S. have used tonic derived of Alumroot roots to aid digestive difficulties, but extractions from the root can also be used to stop minor bleeding, reduce inflammation, and otherwise shrink moist tissues after swelling.
These tiny bell-like flowers must ring out to hummingbirds because the little 'hummers' always seem to find the Coral Bells.
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This week's chores:
Even though there are still several blooms on the stems I removed the dead foliage from the Iris and they still look amazing.
The Cosmos that I planted two weeks ago are now about three inches high in the containers and almost ready to transplant into the larger garden bed.
And of course, I continue to attempt to keep the garden free of weeds.
This week we ripped up some of the asphalt from an area in the Peace Garden, filled the area with new soil and now I am preparing to place grass seeds down.
It is currently raining and the forecast predicts rain for the next four days. Whoopee! Everything was starting to dry out.
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