I did my usual Lowes and H-Depot stops and there is absolutely nothing new this yr. I have done what I hate is order some things. I hate paying $20 for those little pots, Any who. I need some experience, if you have any about my purchases below..

I will hit the bushes forums and talking to the Rose forum people to help with those purchases. I have little faith with the roses they are not long livers under my care but at least it will be something different in the garden.

Geranium Purple Ghost - I have a purple leaf geranium I forget the name that has been beautiful for the last 4 yrs. I really like it. Wonder if this one will do as well

Polemonium Purple Rain - Have killed Polemonium I have purchased. I do not know why. I thought it would look good with my Hostas and other shade and semi shade plants but I keep killing them.

These are the bushes, I will also ask about them in tree and bushes forum but if you have experience I welcome your advice to help me. I have never tried these bushes.

Abelia Sweet Emotion -zone 4
Abelia Sunny Anniversary - zone 6
Sarcococca humilis Fragrant Valley - zone 5