… needles curve upward and are a startling shade of pale blue-gray. It makes a fine specimen for a lawn. This slow-growing cultivar originated as a chance seedling found in France in 1929. … than any other fir and is more resistant to heat and drought. It is one of the best firs for the Midwest. …
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… are covered in small, golden yellow flowers from late April into May on this cultivar selected for greater disease resistance and a more compact growth habit. This is a perfect plant for the rock garden or edge of a flower bed and attracts a number of pollinators. Plant it in …
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… Even before it blooms, ‘Phaison’ stands out for the elaborate coloration of its foliage. The new leaves unfurl from wine-red canes in … hard to believe all this comes from a species, Canna indica , that was once grown primarily for its rhizome roots, a food source in the ancient civilizations of Central and South America. …
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… bloomer, and the combination of the heavily frosted green leaves and the rose pink flowers for up to a two month bloom period, make it a showy addition to any planting. Suitable for containers, borders, or planted as a groundcover in semi-shade. It creates a leafy mound 8 …
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… to not require staking, the dwarfed height and sturdy stems make this a low-maintenance dahlia for the landscape. The leaf edges are filigreed for ornamental interest throughout the growing season. As with other dahlia, full sun and …
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… sun and well-drained soil, and provide room in a container, hanging basket, or the landscape for it to spread up to 3 feet. It's a favorite of bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds searching for a reliable source of nectar and pollen throughout the growing season. …
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… that commands attention with an abundant display of large slightly fragrant flowers that lasts for about six weeks. Semi-double hot pink flowers grow in clusters of three. It makes a great background plant, but isn't common in trade since many homeowners opt for more compact rose varieties. This cultivar was introduced in 1979 by Louis Stoddard. We …
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… Swamp rose ( Rosa palustris ) is one of many water-loving, water-absorbing plants selected for the Rainwater Glen. An Illinois native plant, it grows in marshes in northern Illinois, in … summer. Swamp rose is used in home landscapes with full sun and moist, acidic soil, and room for colonies to form. …
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… very large pyramidal tree with stiff, dark needles and graceful pendulous branches is good for large yards and open spaces. A classic evergreen tree for large spaces as either a specimen or as part of a screen. …
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… This evergreen tree has a densely pyramidal growth habit. It is used for screening or as a specimen. Three cultivars of this species are recommended by the Chicago Botanic Garden. The Colorado spruce performs well in the Midwest and is valued for the blue foliage found in many cultivars. Most popular evergreen tree in the Midwest …
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