Posts Tagged ‘Butterflies’

Clematis : Many different varieties to choose from in a spectacular array of colors.  From solids to bi-colors. Blooms will show from early spring  to varieties that bloom summer and those that will bloom in the late summer. Blooming period is usually about a month or so.Large Flowering Types: Plant in location which will give them morning sun on the face and shade on their toes. It is imperative that the soil be amended with manure free compost at the rate of 1 shovel of native dirt and 3 shovels of manure-free compost. Anything less will result in lackluster performance. The love to dangle their toes in a rich organic soil.Small Flowering Types: This type will grow VERY FAST and should be planted in full sun. Soil should be amended with ample amounts of rich organic compost and organic fertilizer. The flowers of these plants will produce spectacular fluffy seed heads. Great for wildlife for food and nesting.Honeysuckle : Most of these fast and hardy vines are rich in fragrance and will attract hummingbirds and butterflies. They need at least 4 hours of sun. “Dropmore” or “Trumpet” are non fragrant but have spectacular orange trumpet shaped flowers. One needs to set-up air traffic control because of the hummingbirds they will attract.Hops : One of the fastest growing vines for our area. Whey will grow in sun or shade. Silverlace : Spectacular white flowering vine that is a favorite of mine. Full sun or partial shade. Great Fall colorVirginia Creeper: Fast Grower in sun or shade. Blue Porcelain edible fruit. Fall Color extravaganza!!!Wisteria : Worth the try but tough to get to flower. Best planted on East side. Organic Soil.Climbing Hydrangea: Not the toughest of vines but if you can get this one going it is a garden beauty. They like filtered light, not hot sun.  for additional info Click Here