… This snakeroot has 3- to 5-inch-long leaves that are sharply toothed on the margins. Best of all, they are a subtle … It is also attractive as a focal point in the perennial border. A uniquely colored plant for shade gardens …
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… of another heirloom, 'Eugene Furst.' The very double, fragrant flowers are red, blending to deep pink, each petal delicately outlined with a fine line of white that accents its ruffled … disease-prone, so a regular protection program against black spot and mildew may be needed. For best bloom, give it full sun and fertilize in spring and again mid-summer. …
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… This double early tulip features intensely colored orange flowers that age to tangerine. Introduced in 2003, this is a sport of the yellow-flowered 'Monte Carlo'. With short sturdy stems, it will withstand windy days in late April and early May. For good displays tulips should be planted close together in masses, rather than in lines like soldiers. Like all tulips, 'Orca' is at best a short-lived perennial in the flower garden. Its lifespan can be extended if it is planted …
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… Q. I didn’t get around to planting my spring-blooming bulbs last fall. What should I do with them? A. … to remain in cold storage will vary by bulb. Most bulbs need exposure to cold temperatures for an average of 10 to 12 weeks in order to force them into bloom. Potted bulbs can also be …
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… based upon results of DNA studies. In spite of the name 'Brunette', its leaves mature to purplish black.A stunning perennial plant for shade, the handsome, dark-colored leaves are the perfect background for the tall spikes of … to pink) flowers. All plants in this genus need moderately moist soils to grow at their best. There are over 35 different species of bugbane or Actaea , spanning Europe, Asia, and North …
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… by the use of flowers in preparing certain food dishes. Are there some basic guidelines to follow when choosing the flowers? A. Edible petals are creative additions to desserts, teas, salads and fruit dishes, as well as charming decorations for most vegetable and meat preparations. Not all flowers are edible, however! Check with a … as edible in the produce section of stores. A few popular suggestions to start you on your way include roses, marigolds, lavender, pansies, violets, apple or crab apple blossoms, geraniums …
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… can sit on the floor, a bookcase, a shelf, a counter, suspended from the ceiling, or attached to a wall. We don’t often think of “decorating” with plants, but it’s an opportunity to use them … foliage trailing from the top of a bookshelf. And, you don’t have to be a gardening guru to get them to thrive . There are plenty of places to stage plants indoors. They can go near the … Decorators often choose plants for a design effect, but you can’t choose a houseplant the same way you choose a bedspread or curtains. Most people who buy plants want to keep them for the long …
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… high in beta-carotene, potassium and vitamin C; low in fat; and high in fiber. Smaller, three- to six-pounders are the best for pies since they're sweet and non-stringy. As with all squash, the flowers are edible … October 15, theoretically providing almost 150 frost-free days, although we're lucky if we get 120. Pumpkins prefer well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Sow seeds directly into the …
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… tree magnolia gets its common name from its tall stature and extremely large leaves (10 to 24 inches long) that form clusters at the ends of branches, which may resemble an umbrella. It is a North American native that can be found in moist woods but is also used in cultivation for the bold texture of its leaves. Its blooms are creamy white. Members of the genus Magnolia are known for the stunning beauty of their usually large flowers, which emerge prior to the foliage in spring, and are often fragrant. While shades of pink are the most common bloom …
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… It’s 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 … covering it in July. After five years, it will reach just 4 feet in width and 3 in height. Get a good look at it just outside the Regenstein Center, 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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