This Isn't the Color It Was Supposed To Be

By LarryR
May 1, 2012

You buy a young potted plant at your local garden center that is not yet in bloom. The tag in the pot pictures a beautiful blue-colored flower. Much to your later dismay, the flowers aren't blue at all, but a purplish lavender. What gives?

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Feb 11, 2015 3:11 PM CST
Name: Larry Rettig
South Amana, IA (Zone 5a)
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Thanks for the compliment and for sharing your own experience, Deb. I tip my hat to you.
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