Green plants grow in mulch in front of a metal garden trellis, with dense green bushes in the background. The scene is outdoors and natural.

The tender green foliage of nascent Spring is slowly maturing and deepening as plants begin to fill out and reach fearlessly upwards.  Trees, once bare and sparsely leafed, have grown dense and lush.  The wind no longer blows hollow.  We are on the brink of true Spring as our frost-free date draws near (i.e. May 15th), and we can finally get serious about planting.  What better way to celebrate and honor Mom on Mother’s Day than with some seriously beautiful plants.

A close-up of several light purple lily-like flowers with green stems, some in full bloom and others still buds, against a blurred background.
Cluster of purple-blue agapanthus flowers with long green leaves growing in a garden bed outdoors.

Blue Storm Agapanthus

Also known as Lily of the Nile, Blue Storm Agapanthus produces a litany of pale violet flowers that bloom June – September.  Prefers sun/partial shade and dry soil.  Grows 24-26″ high and 18-24″ wide.  Works well in containers or bed borders.  Somewhat drought tolerant and very low maintenance.

Close-up of a vibrant purple five-petaled flower with delicate veins, yellow-green center, and blurred green and purple foliage in the background.
Purple clematis flowers bloom abundantly on a vine climbing a wooden trellis, with green leaves and clusters of vibrant petals creating a lush display.

                  

Happy Jack Purple Clematis

Large, velvety, deep purple flowers with yellow stamens adorn this vine and bloom June – August.  Prefers sun/partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.  Grows 6-8′ high and 3-4′ wide.  Is know for being a fast grower and can be used in a container, as a border plant or specimen plant.

Close-up of a hydrangea flower cluster with pale green and pink petals, surrounded by dark green leaves and other blurred flower clusters in the background.
Clusters of hydrangea flowers in shades of pink, light green, and lavender bloom among dark green leaves in a garden setting.

  

Endless Summer Bloomstruck Hydrangea

Large, showy rosy-pink, purple or blue flowers (determined by soil pH) bloom from June – September amongst sturdy, reddish-purple stems and dark green, deeply serrated leaves.  Prefers sun/partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.  Grows 3-4′ high and 4-6′ wide.  Heat tolerant and disease resistant.  Looks beautiful when planted in mass.

Two large, white roses in full bloom with layered petals, set against a background of green leaves.
White and pale pink roses in full bloom with green leaves in the background, captured in natural sunlight.

       

David Austin Winchester Cathedral Rose

Stunning masses of  fragrant, large white flowers bloom in June.  Characteristic rose scent with hints of honey and almond.  Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.  Grows 3-4′ high and 3-4′ wide.  Classic garden shrub that can be used almost anywhere, particularly nice in a mixed border.

Close-up of a bright yellow daisy-like flower with vibrant petals and a textured central disk, set against a blurred background.
A cluster of bright yellow flowers with green leaves grows in a garden bed, surrounded by soil and mulch.

Sand Coreopsis

Bright, sunny fringed flowers bloom May – July among fine green foliage.  Prefers full sun and dry soil.  Grows 18-24″ high and 18-24″ wide.  Is drought tolerant and can be used in borders.  Can be an aggressive self seeder in optimum growing conditions, naturalizing to form large colonies.

Clearly, these are just a few of the many diverse and gorgeous plants mom is sure to love.  Not sure how to choose or which ones will work best?  Reach out to Sweeney’s!  Rather have mom pick them herself?  Consider a Sweeney’s gift certificate.  You choose the denomination, and we’ll do the rest – whether it be a front yard overhaul, bed creation, cut flower garden, privacy hedge, tree planting, mulch, lawn renovation or weekly mowing.  Doesn’t mom deserve the very best?

Plant of the Week:

A close-up of a small white flower with five petals and a yellow center, surrounded by green leaves and blurred background.
Clusters of small white flowers with five petals each bloom among green leaves and stems outdoors.

Flowering Spurge

An ugly name for a delicate stunner – sometimes referred to as Native Baby’s Breath, sprays of tiny white flowers with yellow centers bloom June – August.  Prefers sun and moist, well-drained soil.   Grows 24-36″ high and 18-24″ wide.  Attracts butterflies and other pollinators.

“The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness.”

-Honore de Balzac

Best wishes, and Happy Mother’s Day,

Kim Sweeney