… The paniculata species of phlox are the most magnificent and there is a huge selection of perennials to choose from. Plant 'Pinky Hill' in full sun in fertile moist … where it will grow to 30 inches and produce hot pink star-shaped flowers in July to August. It is also highly susceptible to powdery mildew. To reduce its occurrence, provide good air circulation and water the base of the plant, not the foliage. It is attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Nutgall tree, also known as Chinese sumac, is the tallest representative of the cashew family that will grow in the Midwest. It is a suckering shrub with an open habit that will reach 20 feet in height, with irregular … huge panicles of tiny creamy-white flowers appear. These attract pollinators, however, fruit is not produced without a male plant nearby. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… and a single scape will have more than 20 flowers. Plant it in full sun to part shade. It is resistant to deer and is hardy in zones 4 – 8. 'Valerie Finnis' is a cultivar, the species originates from southeastern Europe. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Odette's Moon is a cultivar of lady slipper orchid with uniquely colored flag, petals and cup featuring various … in general, prefer the kind of growing environment that African violets often favor - that is constantly moist but never soggy soil, bright light, relatively high humidity and moderate to cool temperatures. At the Garden this cultivar is featured in the carnivorous bog. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This is a perennial fern with ovate, lance-shaped, sterile fronds 2 to 5 feet tall with pinnate segments surrounding much narrower erect fertile fronds. The top of each fertile frond is a mass of cinnamon-brown sporangia (equivalent to seeds in more developed plants) from which … a striking focal point, or in backgrounds of perennial beds as long as they are kept damp. It is hardy in USDA Zone 4. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… daisylike blossoms with black centers. Because this plant, which grows 5 to 6 feet tall, is bold-textured, it is best used mid-border because the leaves are low and the plant is see-through. It provides late color in the garden. A massive plant best for naturalistic …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This hybrid yew cultivar is a cross between Japanese yews ( Taxus cuspidata ) and English yews ( Taxus baccata ). This … full sun to almost full shade, a wide range of soils as long as they are well drained, but is intolerant of temperature extremes. This is one of the few conifers that can tolerate heavy pruning. Please note that all parts of this …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: This cryptic bird is most often seen in large flocks during fall migration, flying erratically while catching insects. A member of the goat-sucker family, it is less likely to be seen when perched. …
Type: Birding
… This is an early, large-flowered climber that produces single, large, rich purple flowers with silver undersides and red anthers. It is attractive on pergolas where the underside of the leaves can be seen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This rarely grown species is endemic to the southeast part of Brazil, where it is found growing in rocky areas. It has long tubular flowers. The pure white petals are reflexed …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
