… Cardinal is one of the more popular cultivars of the native redosier dogwood and is notable for the coral or cherry red of its stems in winter. In late spring it produces small white … renewal or rejuvenation pruning in the early spring/late winter because newer stems have the best color. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home … -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native …
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… The Bailey dogwood is a cultivar of the native redosier dogwood and is notable for its bright red winter stems. It does not have the stoloniferous (spreading) habit of the … pruning in early spring/late winter encourages growth of new stems, which have the best color. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home … -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This is a mat-forming veronica that grows best in rock gardens, where it forms a series of plants with flowers that grow along the ends of …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Dorstenia contrajerva is a species of herbs native to Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America, growing to 12 inches tall. It is an unusual plant, bearing strange-looking receptacles containing the … in any soil they touch. The leaves are 8 inches long, deeply lobed, and rough to the touch. Best in partial to full shade in evenly moist soil. Hardy to Zones 9–11. …
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… Many gardeners remove the oldest stems in early spring, because the younger ones provide the best color. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home garden for their multi-season interest -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The American elderberry is an attractive and useful plant whose only vice is the tendency to send out runners and pop up where you didn't plant it. The cultivar 'York' is a compact selection about 6' tall. It is best paired with 'Nova' as a pollinator for better fruiting. The leaves are compound with usually 7 toothed leaflets. The light brown …
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… As eager as we all are to dig in the dirt and putter in the yard, there are some planting decisions that we mustn't rush … most important questions serious gardeners can ask. Focus These are the main areas of focus for both homeowners and professionals: careful study of the site; choosing the appropriate tree … in. The test will measure the soil's pH as well as the amount of organic matter present. It's best not to amend or fertilize their soil before they know what they've got. If test results …
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… bushes began unfurling their flower power in shades of bright yellow. " Spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party. " — Robin Williams, American Actor While I’d like to party outside—sowing seeds and enjoying the spring blossoms—I’m keeping a cautious eye on the … gardeners like to wait until the end of May to plant their tomatoes to be on the safe side. Get sowing! Seeds of very hardy vegetables can be sown outdoors 4 to 6 weeks before the spring …
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… perennial with ovate dark green leaves that are 1½ inches long that smell like mint. It grows best in sun in well-drained moist soil. In summer, it produces 5 to 15 white-turning-to-light-lavender to blue flowers with the onset of cooler nighttime temperatures in fall. A …
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… With the Kentucky Derby—and mint julep season—approaching, it's time to consider mint, a fast-growing, almost wonderfully invasive plant. Mint survives Chicago … your flavor There are more than 600 types of mint on the market. Here are a few that work best in the kitchen: Kentucky Colonel spearmint (Mentha spicata ‘Kentucky Colonel’) got its … works beautifully in baking recipes. Easy Mint Simple Syrup Making simple syrup is a great way to put your mint to good use. What you need: ½ cup mint of your choice (washed leaves; …
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