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By BIRGITT THORNHILL
Extension Agent
• In a sunny location with poor soil, plant nasturtiums for a colorful show. They require warm soil to sprout and start blooming in about 50 days. Too much water and fertilizer produces excess leaves and few flowers.
• A popular gift plant at Easter, the Easter lily needs bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight* Keep , the soil moist. After danger of frost is over it can be planted in a sunny spot in the garden, where it will bloom next year.
• For hot weather color, select one of the following: gloriosa daisy, madagascar periwinkle, ornamental peppers, Mexican zinnia, amaranthus "Joseph’s Coat.” Plant after all danger of frost is past and plan for color until winter arrives.
• Many herbs are excellent for natural appearing rock gardens or formal plantings with brick pathways. Those herbs that do well in sandy soil and are partial to full sun locations include creeping thyme, sage, santolina and garlic.
• Plant clematis in locations which receive at least 6 hours of sunshine a day. Use organic mulch or ground cover to shade roots and keep them cool. Plant in rich, welldrained loam.
• When iris leaves appear thin
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