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Unique gardens that turn the
neighbours green with envy
When creating a backyard, balcony or patio garden,
use plants chat provide contrast and an element of
visual appeal. For gardens that are anything but
ordinary, move away from the traditional plants
and experiment with varieties a little less well-
known. Visit your local Lowe's stores
(Lowes.ca) to discover a variety of
Garden Treasures brand
plants that offer
vibrant displays of
colour. Some
options to con-
sider include:
Red Spike - easy to plant
and resilient, the tropical -like foli-
age produces lush, dark red leaves that
never fade and flourishes in full sun.
Espalier Apples - grown on a trellis, these trees
can be used against a fence, a wall or near a
patio. Once the fruit begins to grow, the various
apples act as a stunning complement to surrounding
foliage.
Hydrangea Glowing Embers -fra-
grant and good for cutting, these
plants are easy to care for and fea-
ture large flowering heads that are
crimson and purplish in colour.
Butterfly Bush Black Night Flow-
ers - with the darkest blossoms of
all the Butterfly Bush Cultivars,
this plant's fragrance has been
known to attract butterflies, bees
and birds.
Assorted Fruit Bushes - not only do fruit
bushes produce an edible summer treat, they
offer great colour. Mixed in amongst different
varieties and vegetables in a decorative con-
tainer or garden makes a great showpiece sure
to draw attention.
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