Yes, we have come a long way since the 80's! I think the broad leaved grass you are referring to in the planting with the papyrus (one of my fav's) is Pennisetum glaucom 'Jade Princess'. Most of the ornamental millets have bronze leaves but Jade Princess has chartreuse leaves and is much more compact. Thanks for the reminder of how far we have come in our planting palettes!
Oh, I'm glad for your eagle eyes Laurel! Thanks for identifying it -- my eyes didn't even see the seed/flower heads that were right there lol. I do think it has crossed my path here in the better nurseries and so will put it on my list for incorporating into plantings when I need a hit of grassy chartreuse. Great to see you here and thanks for chiming in :c)
Great column and love the photos! I agree. Use annuals to complement the perennials. They can provide splashes of colour and texture you might not be able to get otherwise.
Yes Ruth Anne! It's so liberating to finally know that annuals CAN actually add a great deal of interest, movement, colour and style to gardens! I actually didn't even include pictures of my visits to the Conservatory Garden in Central Park where annuals are used masterfully...well worth the trip to see it!
Yes, we have come a long way since the 80's! I think the broad leaved grass you are referring to in the planting with the papyrus (one of my fav's) is Pennisetum glaucom 'Jade Princess'. Most of the ornamental millets have bronze leaves but Jade Princess has chartreuse leaves and is much more compact. Thanks for the reminder of how far we have come in our planting palettes!
Oh, I'm glad for your eagle eyes Laurel! Thanks for identifying it -- my eyes didn't even see the seed/flower heads that were right there lol. I do think it has crossed my path here in the better nurseries and so will put it on my list for incorporating into plantings when I need a hit of grassy chartreuse. Great to see you here and thanks for chiming in :c)
Great column and love the photos! I agree. Use annuals to complement the perennials. They can provide splashes of colour and texture you might not be able to get otherwise.
Yes Ruth Anne! It's so liberating to finally know that annuals CAN actually add a great deal of interest, movement, colour and style to gardens! I actually didn't even include pictures of my visits to the Conservatory Garden in Central Park where annuals are used masterfully...well worth the trip to see it!