… Required When you think of photography and gardens, the first person who should come to mind is Saxon Holt, a national award-winning photographer. With more than five books and tons … leader in his field. He began his career as a commercial photographer with a lifelong passion for gardening. Loving nature as he does, Saxon decided to combine his two passions and became a photographer of gardens, landscapes, and plants. At the …
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… Native to southern India and Sri Lanka, cardamom occurs in the understory of tropical rainforests and … paler beneath. The white flowers develop on separate stems growing along the ground and give way to the oblong fruit capsules that contain 15 to 20 seeds. The seeds are used to flavor foods in all parts of the world and are mixed with betel leaves for chewing. Hardy to Zones 8 –11. …
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… remember the first time you encounter a crown imperial Fritillaria imperialis . On a stalk up to 3 feet tall, a flashy cluster of orange bells is surmounted by an odd-looking topknot of green … be charmed. If your path has a pitch to help water run off, plant them on the low side so they get the soaking after rain. The crown imperial is as opposite to the checkered fritillary in its … suggests planting the bulb canted to its side so water doesn't collect in the divot. One way to handle the demands of the crown imperial is to grow it in a container with an especially …
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… adequate water, plants can suffer from drought stress and stressed plants are an invitation to insects. Spider mites, flea beetles, Japanese beetles, squash borers, aphids, several types of … the chewed leaves and petals to eventually fall from the plant. The simplest and cheapest way to control the beetles is to knock them into a bucket of soapy water. A good time to do this … pests. They blend in well with their surroundings and often look like leaves or sticks. They get their name from the way they hold their front legs together as if in prayer. In the fall, the …
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… cross between ‘Allegheny’ and the Manchurian viburnum ( V. burejaeticum ). This shrub can grow to a height of 8’ with a similar spread. Abundant white flowers in early May give way to fruits that ripen to a bright red in late summer then turn black in the fall. Fall foliage … home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
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… Tall spikes of pure white flowers begin to flower at the tip first and work their way down the stems of this selection of the native … full sun, this cultivar is also used as a cut flower. In shaded locations, the stems may need to be staked. …
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… are magical spaces of make believe. They are miniature gardens that invite fairy friends to come and live in your world. Whether they are set at the bottom of a tree or planted in a … miniature environments promote imagination, creative play, and nurturing behaviors. Click for a larger view of this natural, homemade fairy hideaway constructed from natural materials … fairies came out to play overnight. See if your children notice the changes! There’s no one way to create a fairy garden, but most follow these general steps: Planning: Discuss with all …
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… This is a native plant that doesn't get much respect. Altough it is a verbena, it does not produce pretty or fragrant flowers. This perennial grows three to five feet tall and is found in shady margins of woods. The opposite leaves are lanceolate, … most of east and central North America. While it is not attractive, it does provide pollen for native bees and seeds for fall migrating birds. …
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… every branch of SONIC BLOOM® Pearl is covered in flowers that open white, and gradually age to pale pink. Rebloom isn't as strong as the initial flush, but you still get the benefit of on-going color...something few bushes offer.</p> <p>Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds love <em>Weigela</em>, ad so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular …
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… Continue to harvest herbs to use fresh, and dry or freeze them in small batches in an ice cube tray. Pinch … taking care not to spread it on the plants’ foliage. Water in well. Monitor vegetables for symptoms of fungus or blight: soft, darkened areas; yellow and dropping leaves; or sunken … for them next year. Monitor apples during late July when apple maggots are laying their eggs. Visit Plant Information for current control methods. Some gardeners place red decoy apples in …
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