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imma Joined: 3/20/2008 Location: Oxnard Posts: 3	Posted: Mar/20/2008 5:31 PM PST Which flowers are in season in July? What kind of flowers can I purchase now that I can use for centerpieces at a wedding reception in late july or early August? I would like to use perennials that are also suitable for cut flowers. All ideas appreciated. Quote \| Reply \| Report

chattycarnation Joined: 4/02/2003 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 7313	Posted: Mar/20/2008 8:42 PM PST welcome imma.. do you know what zone you are in? Would be a good idea to check with the local nursery to find out. Do you have a sunny or shady location? Quote \| Reply \| Report

sassmuffin Joined: 2/16/2004 Location: west allis wisconsin Posts: 892	Posted: Mar/20/2008 9:00 PM PST here is a link you might find helpful also http://www.weather.com/outlook/homeandgarden/garde n/plantguides/93030 The plants I listed for you in annuals, all apply to your gardening zone. hope this helps more. Sass Quote \| Reply \| Report

tommyzoe Joined: 3/29/2008 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 2	Posted: Mar/29/2008 11:13 AM PST hope someone can help this gardening beginner. i have black eyed susans in the philadelphia pa area. it is early spring so i understand i should prune. but should I?? should I cut off the follow? if so, should I cut just below or closer to the ground. it was planted 2 years ago. thanks to anyone who responds. tommyzoe Quote \| Reply \| Report

tommyzoe Joined: 3/29/2008 Location: Philadelphia Posts: 2	Posted: Mar/29/2008 11:14 AM PST i meant cut off the flower! thanks Quote \| Reply \| Report

bensmom98 Joined: 7/26/2006 Location: Lake Champlain Valley Posts: 9121	Posted: Mar/29/2008 6:49 PM PST If it is the perennial type then cut them right to the surface of the ground. You should see new growth soon, I think. If it is the annual, hope it reseeded. http://www.thegardenhelper.com/Rudbeckia.htm Quote \| Reply \| Report

loulou Joined: 4/14/2006 Location: arkansas Posts: 382	Posted: Mar/29/2008 7:47 PM PST You might try Zinnias. They bloom all summer and make nice flowers for cutting. Quote \| Reply \| Report

garden4stressrelief Joined: 3/30/2008 Location: Southwest Idaho Posts: 2	Posted: Mar/30/2008 7:24 PM PST Hi--I was thinking zinnias or maybe daisies if in bloom in your area that time of year. Hard to plan, depending on the growing season & weather this yr--so might have a backup in mind. My friend's daughter put cut zinnias & curled hosta leaves in pint jars with water & tucked them into 'old out-of-style' 2nd hand store purses. She found an old wicker purse from the 60's, patent leather ones....all types & they looked great on the tables! The wedding recption was outside & it fit in great Just an idea.....Sandy Quote \| Reply \| Report

garden4stressrelief Joined: 3/30/2008 Location: Southwest Idaho Posts: 2	Posted: Mar/30/2008 7:26 PM PST Watch those black eyed susans....they spread pretty good year after year. I leave them until early spring & cut down to the ground....they are hard to kill off! sr Quote \| Reply \| Report

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