… Strongly fragrant, fully double flowers range from light apricot to a shell pink on strong upright plants that thrive in full sun, moderately … mildew. Mound crowns after the first frost with coarsely shredded bark mulch to protect from Chicago winters. This plant attracts pollinators of all types. …
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… Clear blue flowers are produced atop this tall, nonhardy perennial from July up to frost. Plant this salvia in full sun and water to establish the root … great annual for attracting pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds to the garden from summer through to frost. …
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… growth, failure to fully flower or leaf out, undersized fruit, off-color foliage, recovery from disease, or insect attack. Continue to water newly planted trees and shrubs, especially … been a problem in past winters, take precautions with valuable woody plants now. To keep deer from rubbing antlers on tree trunks, spread garden netting or snow fencing around abused trees. Creation of physical barriers is more effective than sprays. Deter rabbits and rodents from overwintering in gardens by cutting down their winter habitats, such as ornamental grass …
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… Large dark yellow flowers with burgundy freckles and lip are produced at the tips of tall stems from mid-winter to early spring on this Vanda orchid cultivar. Each plant produces a single upright cane that is supported by lateral aerial roots from along the stem. Grow in very warm, humid and sunny conditions and stake to support the … (USDA Zones 9-11) and have epiphytic roots -- meaning they derive moisture and nutrients from the air and support from another plant; few orchids grow in soil. Orchids usually prefer a …
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… bushes that are attacked by blight every year. What is the best way to prevent this disease from recurring? A. Peonies can suffer from several fungal blight problems, including botrytis and bud blast. The leaves and stems … in early spring. Repeat the spraying as per label directions. Infected foliage must be removed from the garden bed and should not be composted. …
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… Black Sea dogwood hales from southeastern Europe or western Asia. It produces small white flowers, followed by almost … interest -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. … disagree. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes almost 100 varieties of dogwood from 20 species (7 of which are native) and over 2,400 plants. …
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… Japanese Cornel dogwood ( Cornus officianalis ) is a separate dogwood species from Cornelian cherry dogwood ( Cornus mas ), but shares many of the same characteristics -- … interest -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. … disagree. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes almost 100 varieties of dogwood from 20 species (7 of which are native) and over 2,400 plants. …
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… The red banana is a showy plant originally from Ethiopia which has long green paddle-shaped leaves with reddish undersides growing from a central stem. Maurelli is not prone to sucker nor does it bear edible fruits like true … feet. The red banana requires consistently moist, but well-drained soil, a location sheltered from strong winds, and full sun. Maurelli red banana is reputedly less amenable to digging up for …
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… The alternate leaves of blue leadwort extend from branched stems that creep along the garden floor. It makes a great ground cover or filler … stem in late summer through fall. The buds have a tinge of violet, and the calyx -- the part from which the flower emerges -- is deep red. In autumn, the leaves turn an attractive red, while … take care not to accidentally dig or rake near the plants. This is an excellent garden creeper from China. …
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… crabapple is a classic that is noted for its abundant fragrant flowers. The transition from bud to flower offers a color range from almost red to pink to white. The fruit is yellow with a pinkish blush. This species is … fruits are usually not eaten by humans but are beloved by birds. Most crabapples benefit from modest amounts of pruning to eliminate water sprouts and improve airflow. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
