… spring, then progresses to chartreuse, and then gold in fall. It was named Hosta of the Year for 2004 by the American Hosta Growers Association. Sum & Substance is often used in hosta … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common and new …
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… thick texture of its leaves helps make it resistant to slugs. It was named Hosta of the Year for 2008 by the American Hosta Growers Association. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow and … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. They are actively hybridized for leaf size, shape, color and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… by 12 inches wide) hosta capable of spreading quickly. So Sweet was named Hosta of the Year for 1996 by the American Hosta Growers Association. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common, and new …
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… This class is for homeowners and beginning gardeners who want a more hands-on landscape design class. Val Lemme will share her experience and ideas to help students work through a garden design for their own property. Valerie Gerdes Lemme, landscape architect, ASLA Linnaeus Room, Regenstein …
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… The Perennial Sages are invaluable for their rich display of spiky flowers in the early summer border. This compact selection … deep pink shade. Deadhead just below the spend heads to encourage repeat flowering. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. …
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… Cottage gardens are known for their informal, colorful jumble of flowers, foliage, herbs, and edible plants. Improve your … understanding of design elements that can offer lower-maintenance, exuberant plantings suited for gardens of any size. Nina Kozial, horticulturist and writer Design Studio, Regenstein Center …
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… Harvest Gold’ is another Ozark witch hazel known for its fragrant orange blooms in early spring and for its spectacular golden foliage in the fall. It is hardy in zones 4-8 and grows to a height of …
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… This daisy family member is grown for the succulent green leaves and vining habit.& Small white flowers are infrequently produced, and don't smell very good. Ideal for hanging baskets and other low water use landscapes. Grow in full sun and sandy, well drained …
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… Nancy Clifton, made several of the wreaths in Krehbiel Gallery and offers up three basic ideas for a single-subject wreath. Forage collection Forage in your yard and neighborhood … the course of the year. Uniformity When working with a single material, look for uniformity of size and color. The idea is to show a subject off to its best advantage en … Garden's Jen Rioux applied the same technique to dried grasses that's usually reserved for evergreen boughs. The gloriously fluffy pampas grass ( Cortaderia selloana ) was harvested …
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… smooth, rich, and totally irresistible—that’s mocha mousse, Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2025. A perfect blend of chocolatey brown and creamy beige, it gives off a vibe that’s both … a message of connection and grounded elegance, like your garden is brewing up a warm welcome for everyone to enjoy. Pair mocha mousse with dusky rose, lilac, sage, or cornflower blue for a harmonious chord of hues. Enhance the look with pots, trellises, or edging in bronze or …
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