Pink Forsythia - Abeliophyllum distichum Roseum Family: Oleaceae (Abelio-phy-llum: Abelia-like leaves) A very fine, soft pink flowered version of the above. Not a dark pink, but a pleasant soft pink, that in our opinion, is an improvement over the species. Fantastic bonsai! ... Amazon / Hirts: Forsythia / Lawn & Patio Price: 9.99 $
Clear, soft pink, tear drop sepals adorn the beauty from June to July. Attractive dark red petioles provide season long interest. Great on a north facing brick wall or trained up a tall tree. Seeing is believing. Zone 5-9 40-50 feet Partial Shade ... Amazon / Hirts: Hydrangea / Lawn & Patio Price: 9.99 $
How about something rather different and very special for summer beds and patio pots! The intriguing balloon-like buds open to reveal star shaped flowers in white, blue and a rare pink. They are low enough to make perfect edging plants too. Many people grow this wonderful plant as an annual. We have been successful in overwintering it in zone 5 as a perennial. Grows 6 tall. Proper name: Platycodon ... Amazon / Hirt's / Lawn & Patio Price: 2.69 $