… At first glance, this pretty species, native to European woodlands, could be mistaken for a buttercup, with its shiny, yellow, 5-petaled, cupped flowers that bloom in April. The species name ranunculoides is derived from the genus name for buttercup, Ranunculus . The 1-inch flowers barely rise above attractive, deeply-cut, …
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… This cultivar is noted for it's beautiful reddish maroon new growth. Mike Yanny, propagator for Johnson Nursery in Wisconsin named the cultivar in honor of the source of the seedlings: …
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… but it flowers outside year-round in warm climates. This plant is the perfect choice for homeowners looking for something slightly different during the holiday season. When planted in a conservatory or …
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… such as butterflies and bees as well as birds. These turn into blue fruits that provide fruit for birds in the fall. Like many dogwoods, RED ROVER™ tolerates damp conditions and is useful as a screen or hedge, a specimen or for a rain garden. …
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… with the unmemorable common name of thryallis. As a conservatory specimen, it is valued for its non-stop blooming, as it is continually covered with dainty spikes of yellow flowers. In Mexico the leaves are used as a folk remedy for asthma and allergies. In tropical areas this species makes a good, fine-testured hedge and it …
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… dark green, patterned in silver with deep purple veins and undersides make a striking subject for a hanging basket or trellis. In site of its common name, it is not related to begonias but to … flowers are not ornamental and rarely seen. It needs very warm temperatures and high humidity for best growth. Lower light levels during winter in northern climates will cause older leaves to …
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… flower spike produces lavender-blue flowers from red-edged bracts. The flowers will last for months, but once the flowers fade, the plant will decline. Look for offshoots, called "pups" at the base of the plant and re-pot them to get new plants. They …
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… pollinators are attracted to the inconspicuous, but nectar-rich flowers. Prune in early spring for shape and to encourage new growth. It is useful for a low evergreen hedge or screen. …
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… As this small, graceful tree ages, it becomes more rounded in habit. It is recommended for a naturalistic garden. The flowers are not ornamentally significant. The fruits, nutlets that … Related to birches but without the insect and disease problems, this tree is best known for hoplike papery seed pods that dangle from its branches in early autumn. It is a worthy native …
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… it will tolerate droughts. It will naturalize easily and is suitable as an understory plant for native or woodland gardens and for stabilizing slopes. …
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