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Flowers appeal to us in many different ways, whether as a field of wildflowers, a vase with freshly cut flowers, giant yellow sunflowers reaching toward the sky, or the heady fragrance of lilies on the night air. Flowers have the ability to welcome a new baby, offer congratulations on a job well done or mourn the loss of a loved one.

When I visit my mother, one of the first things I like to do is go out and walk through her blooming flower garden. I allow the sights and smells of this floral haven to wrap around me like a comfortable blanket. Nature has the uncanny ability to talk to our souls. The fragrance of a daylily, a butterfly landing on a lilac blossom, or the beauty of the morning dew can and should affect us deeply. It is amazing to me how mowing the lawn, planting flowers and even weeding can lower my stress levels, allow me to deeply relax, and make my mom happy!


It is my hope that I will be able to show you how to incorporate flowers and gardening into your daily life so you too may experience what I have.

Yours in gardening,

Pierre Schneider

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Hosta - Touch of Class The Hosta Touch of Class, Hosta 'Touch of Class' , is a sport of the well known variety June only has leaves that are more upright. It is a small sized hosta that has dark blue leaves with a yellow gold flame in the leaf center. The lavender flowers of this slow growing hosta bloom in mid summer, however, hosta’s are not known for their flowers. Hosta’s provide bright color in shade with wonderful foliage and Touch of Class is no exception. Touch of Class needs to be planted in a full shade area in any moist, well-drained spot. This low care perennial is ideal for shady positions, tubs and patio pots, and is one of the most popular landscape plants. A great choice for any beginner gardener. Hummingbird Feeder Craftsmanship is apparent from the moment you open the box. Heavy, recycled glass molded into three separate feeding stations. Even the flower feeding tubes are beautifully crafted from glass. In addition, you will also receive the ant moat to keep pests away; the cleaning brush; 8 oz. of nectar mix; and full instructions. Beautifully packed for gift wrapping.