Chrysanthemum | Apricot Alexis Parnell Agencies leafing up early in spring

leafing up early in spring to make a lovely foil for bulbs and early Primroses in the garden

Both the flowers and the leaves can be cut and last well in a vase

A favourite with bees and butterflies

Ajuga reptans variegata "Burgundy Glow" makes a very attractive groundcover that is happy with average to medium moisture

The leaves are arching and deeply toothed and are a soft grey-green in colour

Chrysanthemum | Apricot Alexis Parnell Agencies leafing up early in springApricot Alexis is an Intermediate Curve Chrysanthemum in a divine biscuity Peach colour and can easily be the centre of attention in autumnal flower bouquets. Chrysanthemums are back in fashion and this one is no exception! Chrysanthemums need at least 5 to 6 hours of sun daily to perform at their best. They are prone to powdery mildew so need to have good air circulation, the morning sun is needed to dry the dew on the leaves and in addition to this,