… The foliage turns shades of orange, red, and purple in the fall. Birchleaf spirea is named for the shape of its leaves, which resemble those of the birch genus. More than 100 of these … 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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… is well drained. It flowers on new wood, so prune in late spring to maximize flower production for the next season. The genus Spiraea consists of small to medium sized flowering shrubs with 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 …
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… long, arching branches. White 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. … 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
… rare that a plant's cultivar name makes it into everyday conversation—'Peace' comes to mind for roses, or 'Stella d'Oro' for daylilies. But say "'Annabelle'," and everyone knows you're … Because size and pruning can be issues ('Limelight' can top out at 8 feet tall), the news in the panicle category is dwarf stature. Think of Little Lime ™ as a mini 'Limelight'. … in the sitting area across from the Circle Garden. The oakleaf hydrangeas: H. quercifolia The best of the best in this popular group is Snow Queen ™ . Regal in size at 6 feet tall, with the …
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… The plant collections of the Chicago Botanic Garden have a new place to show off in a “theater” designed just for them in the Helen and Richard Thomas English Walled Garden . Plant theater is a traditional … “We have a fantastic production department,” Sherwood said, and they will coordinate the best times for the plants to be replaced with new ones, four times a year. The potting soils will …
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… because they are so easy to grow and so adaptable to many situations, they tend to be taken for granted, even considered a little... boring. However, they are anything but, especially the … While many hostas have attractive flowers, it is their foliage that makes them indispensable for adding shape and substance to a shady garden. Native to Japan and China, the original species … tract and speeds up the drowning process. If slugs are in your garden, be prepared for them to visit daylilies in the early, cooler days of summer, before temperatures and midday sun send them …
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… styles, is a walk through the history of English gardening. It is also an ideal opportunity for visitors to fill their own gardening dreams with beautifully inspired ideas. A Series of … John Brookes provided the original design for this garden in 1971, and he continues to visit regularly, checking on the progress of the signature plant specimens that mark each area. … bluestone surrounds, and in the familiar pepper pot hideaways that offer one of the best views in the entire Garden. The Formal Checkerboard Garden The Checkerboard Garden …
Type: Walks
… prefer? Shake, rattle—and grow? The idea that music can help plants grow has been studied for decades, with classical music usually winning. Spotify begs to differ. The music streaming service released its Hardcore Gardening Playlist for Plants in May, inspired by research that claims plants grow better when exposed to the … together exhibited a “dancing” behavior, with flowers moving in a way that maximized their place in the sun—but without overshadowing (literally and figuratively speaking) their fellow …
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… to the cultural needs of this plant is essential. In residential areas, this plant is best grown in the consistently moist soils of a bog garden. The bog garden should be prepared in … mulch. If a bog garden is not available, then growing plants in containers may be the next best option. Plants require full sun. In part shade, leaf coloring does not develop as it should …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… of Amaryllis with a darker throat. A "new" variety, individual 'Red Pearl' bulbs are selling for a little more than $10 each from the Dutch originator. Hippeastrum used to be included in the … assigning the name Amaryllis to plants from South Africa and used the name Hippeastrum for the species originating in South America. Whether called Hippeastrum or Amaryllis (now used … to grow the bulb in a warm, bright location until the danger of the last frost is past. Place pot outdoors and fertilize with a dilute solution of a well balanced fertilizer throughout …
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