Flower Form: Ruffled

Masses of bright-blue flowers appear on short spikes in early summer

Hydrangea-like flower clusters of Summer Phlox create a spectacular show in the summer border

the flowers waft their scent over quite a distance

but old fronds may be trimmed back in the spring

Lupine ‘Manhattan Lights’ Pot Size:15 cm Flower Form: RuffledUSDA Zone: 3 9 The tall spires of Lupines are an early summer border classic. Plants grow best in a deep, rich soil, slightly on the acidic side. This British hybrid produces tall stems with spikes of bicolor blooms, in a combination of glowing grape purple and soft yellow. Prune back to 6 inches after blooming, to rejuvenate the foliage. As Lupines are not particularly long lived, plan to add in new plants every couple of years. Be on the lookout for