… Angelique yarrow is a clump-forming perennial that grows to a maximum height of 2 feet. It requires full sun or … and early fall, the plant produces red blooms that are attractive to birds and butterflies. It is useful in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… the finely cut foliage in June. Ideal for moist soils and shady conditions. This cultivar is smaller in stature than either of the parents and so is suitable for smaller gardens. The flowers are similar in shape to Astilbe but airier. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… How and when should a crabapple and peach tree be pruned? A. A good time to prune fruit trees is early March before the buds begin to swell. The branching habits are clearly outlined, and the weather is generally more conducive to outdoor work. Choose a clear bright day and avoid working in the rain or walking over the root zone of a tree when the soil is soft and wet. Use sterilized tools, wiping the blades of the tools with a 10 percent bleach …
Type: Plant Info
… saying, “Take only memories and leave only footprints.” What exactly does that mean and why is it important? A: Summer is a great time to travel! When we travel and spend time in nature, we start to notice all the … us. While on vacation, it may be tempting to take home a beautiful flower or plant, but it is better to leave the plants where they are. One reason is that the plant may be invasive, and …
Type: Plant Info
… This orchid is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It produces showy green/burgundy with lavander blooms. The … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … -- though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Black Swan European beech is notable for both its weeping habit and its deep purple-black glossy foliage. A wide range of … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech … regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Cristata European beech is also known as the cock's comb beech due to the way its curled leaves are clustered on very … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech … regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Rivers purple beech is notable for its dark purple foliage that holds its color well into summer before transitioning … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech … regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Silverwood European beech cultivar is notable for its irregularly variegated leaves, which are a mottled creamy white and green. A … or gold); they are often featured as specimen trees where space permits. The smooth gray bark is an attractive feature of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech … regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This is a small white flower with pink petal tips and a burgundy throat in the cup. The orchid family … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often … nights—though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate, or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
