… flowers completely cover the branches in early May and may last for two or three weeks.It is one of the easiest plants to grow; it seems to thrive on neglect. This shrub is an old-fashioned favorite and continues to … are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and …
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… Native to the Midwest, 'Red Bull' grows 88 inches tall and 48 inches wide, with its green leaves turning … the fall. The purple flowers appear on the stems in the late summer and early fall. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil and enjoys the heat. It is most effective when grouped into large drifts and makes an excellent ground cover for parks, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Meadowsweet spirea is an upright shrub that grows to a maximum height of 4 feet. It requires full sun to partial … are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Roundleaf serviceberry is native to the mountains of southern and central Europe. It takes its name from its roundish … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
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… 'Caesar's Brother') features dark purple-blue flowers atop tall, slender stems extending to 31 inches after the bearded irises have peaked, and before the Japanese irises come into … can tolerate conditions ranging from dry soil to standing water along the edges of ponds. It is the most heat tolerant of the Siberian irises (which, as a group, perform best in cool summer climates) and can be grown from the deep South to north into central Canada. …
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… This Asian native spirea can grow to a height of 3’ with a 5’ spread and is covered with small white flowers in May or June. This shrub can be planted in full sun in a … are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Subtly flamed petals in pink and mauve transition to almost white at the edges of the petals on this tulip whose colors complement/contrast with a wide range of springs' vibrant color palette. Tulips grow best in full sun, well-drained, moisture-retentive soils that remain on the dry side during their … Deer, rabbits, chipmunks, squirrels, etc. all find tulips tasty. Add some ornamental onions to the display to discourage the bulb eaters (chipmunks, squirrels) or add coarse gravel to the …
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… Q. Can hellebores be grown in the Chicago area? A. Hellebores can be a fascinating addition to both sunny and partially shaded gardens throughout the Chicago area. The two familiar to … ranging from creamy yellow to almost maroon. Perhaps the most unusual feature of these plants is their bloom time: Christmas rose blooms in late winter and Lenten rose in very early spring. … partially shaded conditions in moist, well-drained soil with lots of organic matter added. Best results come from mulching during hot summers to keep a good supply of moisture available …
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… Q. Is it too late to plant potatoes? A. Potatoes may be planted as late as the beginning of July. Tubers develop best when soil temperatures are between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Potato tubers can rot when …
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… serviceberry takes its common name from its short stature and suckering, colonizing nature. It is native to Vermont. Members of the genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- small white … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
