silvery-green leaves and frosted appearance

Living succulent planter in a decorative glazed pot

Medium hosta featuring blue-green leaves and pale lavender flower spikes in midsummer

Wine and cheese make a workshop complete and Kentucky Native Café is here on site for refreshments

Photo courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens

Aster cordifolius 'Avondale' (Blue Wood Aster) Valentine's Day silvery-green leaves and frosted appearanceBlue Wood Aster is a late blooming perennial that features clusters of violet purple flowers with yellow to orange centers that bloom from late summer to early fall. This cultivar reaches a height of 24 36 inches and spreads 18 24 inches. It thrives in full sun to part shade and well drained soil.