Recently introduced by David Austin, Rosa Wisley 2008 is an irresistible variety of English Rose which produces incredibly delicate and charming pink, fully double flowers that open from rounded, plump buds. The blooms are shallowly cupped and about 3 in. across (7 cm), packed with petals (about 95) arranged in a most perfect rosette formation - their color being a very pure soft pink and the outer petals paling a little towards the edge. They are nicely complimented by the medium green, semi-glossy foliage. Bushy and sturdy, this shrub rose is an excellent repeat bloomer with continuous (perpetual) blooms throughout the season. Rose 'Wisley 2008' emits a delightful, fresh, fruity fragrance with hints of raspberries and Tea. 

For summer to fall exquisite beauty on easy care plants, few perennials can compare with Aster x frikartii 'Monch' (Frikart's Aster). One of the first Asters to bloom, this lovely perennial plant creates a bold splash of color in the landscape over an extraordinarily long season with masses of attractive, soft lavender-blue, star-shaped blossoms, 2 in. wide (5 cm), with slender rays and golden-yellow centers. Such a gentle color that it blends with almost any other color in the garden. Free flowering, well-branched with sturdy stems that do not need staking, this aster is easy to grow, trouble-free, mildew-resistant and a great source of nectar for butterflies!