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  • … of some species change color as they develop, moving from a whitish-green to pale pink and finally to a bronzed look that often persists through winter. The old-fashioned, heavy, round … look, the oakleaf hydrangea, Hydrangea quercifolia . Hydrangea quercifolia , is a good choice, and it provides outstanding fall color. If you want a woody vine with the flat hydrangea flowers, …
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  • … Without supplemental fertilization, the plants will begin to shut down for the summer and will begin the process of storing nutrients to best survive the harshness of winter.  … in the season to minimize winter damage or breakage. It’s important to continually rake up and remove all diseased foliage on a regular basis to prevent fungal spores from overwintering on …
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  • … to prepare my turf for the winter? A.Fall is a good time to improve the health of your lawn and prepare it for winter. There are a number of cultural practices that will help at this time of year. Clean up all fallen leaves and plant debris, especially if they exhibited any type of leaf spot or disease. Mow turf to the …
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  • … fatal if ingested. Potential poisoning depends on the level of toxins contained in the plant and the amount consumed. The latex in some species of plants in the Poinsettia genus ( Euphorbia ) is poisonous when ingested and can cause contact dermatitis when exposed to skin. The popular Christmas poinsettia,  …
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  • … The plant produces 10 to 12 stalks per individual plant, which bloom continually in mid-spring and again in the fall. In its native habitat it is known as the burn jelly plant, because the … juice that is wonderful for burns, rashes, blisters, insect bites, dry lips, acne, cold sores, and areas of cracked skin. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … April to early May, leaving younger shoots for future growth. Asparagus is high in vitamin K and many minerals. It needs to be planted in well-drained soil, with careful selection of the … male clones are usually sold. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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  • … It remains in commercial production after four centuries, testament to it's ability to thrive and survive in a number of garden settings. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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  • … of red to violet, a color reminiscent of crushed blackberries. The flowers are large, wide and ruffled with darker veins. The stalks stand 36 inches high with 4 blooms on each stalk . … adaptation of the iris flower. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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  • … 'Tiffany Lass' has dark blue violet standards and falls with lighter blue style arms.  The base of the falls blends into brown.  It stands 28 … the many colors of this flower. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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  • … all 12 months of the year in the greenhouses. Plants require full sun, moderate temperatures, and low humidity. The milky latex sap of this Madagascar native "bleeds" when stems are cut; the … the popular poinsettia. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant