… Narcissus ‘Cheerfulness’ is in Division 4. It is 14-16 inches high and blooms in very early spring with a strong, sweet fragrance. The flowers are doubles with the white …
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… This shrub, native to Eurasia, grows to height of about six feet in full sun to partial shade and dry to moist soil conditions. In May it produces yellow flowers with a tinge of red, growing in pairs along the leaf axils. It … with longer flower stalks. These are followed by juicy red berries, inedible to humans. It is deciduous, but may be semi-evergreen in mild winters. This plant has few insect and disease …
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… Deep yellow flowers growing in small, flat clusters are produced throughout the warmer months on this dark green, mounding, … Landmark™Yellow lantana has great tolerance for heat, drought, and humidity, and is insect- and disease-resistant. It does not produce many viable seeds, instead focusing on greater flowering. Plant this lantana in full sun and in average soil. Also called yellow sage, lantana is in the verbena family. While …
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… Beautiful 5- to 9-lobed leaves emerge early. The plant grows 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread exceeding its height, and it is highly admired for its wonderful horizontal branches. Use the Japanese maple as a specimen … plant. May and June bring small reddish-purple flowers. The samaras, or winged fruits, mature in fall and turn a rich red. Fall color is outstanding, ranging from yellow to red to purple. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Beautiful five-to-nine-lobed leaves emerge early. The plant grows 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread exceeding its height, and it is highly admired for its wonderful horizontal branches. Use the Japanese maple as a specimen … plant. May and June bring small reddish-purple flowers. The samaras, or winged fruits, mature in fall and turn a rich red. Fall color is outstanding, ranging from yellow to red to purple. …
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… foliage. The thick, fluffy panicles are comprised of tiny, closely packed flowers which bloom in late spring to summer. The stems stand 20 inches high. 'Verslilac' does well in evenly moist soil in partial shade to shade where it adds a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is generally pest free and tough, and is resistant to rabbits and deer. It is attractive to …
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… foliage. The soft, fluffy panicles are comprised of tiny densely packed flowers which bloom in early to mid-summer. The stalks stand 2 feet high. 'Peach Blossom' does well in shade to partial shade in constantly moist soil where it adds a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is generally pest free and tough. It is resistant to rabbits and deer, but attractive to …
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… blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds from early summer to early fall. It is good in a border when grown in massed plantings. It is also a popular cut flower. The plant has received the Award of Garden …
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… features of this ti plant, however, are its variegated pink, cream, and green leaves. Ti plant is primarily grown as a container plant for the variegated foliage; its flowers in November and December are an unusual addition. Ti plant is tolerant of being grown in a variety of light levels, but it is prone to spider mites in winter when grown indoors. While …
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… Dahlia 'Jason Matthew' is a 2010 introduction, and is classified as a formal decorative form, with abundant blooms in late summer and into fall. The 3 inch flower heads have deep purple petals that have tend to … for cutting. Pollinating insects and hummingbirds love the flowers. Dahlias are not hardy in the Chicago area and need to be lifted and stored through winter. Plant in spring when danger …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
