… The Brazilian Dutchman's pipe or pelican flower is native to Central and South America where it can grow to a height of twenty feet. The flowers of this vine are large, pipe-shaped, and highly odiferous in order to attract the flies that pollinate this plant. The flowers are a …
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… are produced from July to September on this daisy-like perennial that thrives in full sun and moisture-retentive soil. The numerous rays florets are held horizontally on sturdy stems atop compact plants. The bristly "cone" in the center is dull orange. It was bred in the Netherlands and released in 2012. Protection from rabbits is recommended until the new plants are …
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… This European native grows at high altitudes and is extremely cold hardy (Zone 2). It is generally grown as a multi-trunked shrub and can range in height from 2’ to 20’. Its light green needles are slight curved and grow in …
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… This perennial grows to a height of 6 feet with partial shade and dry conditions. It has pink blooms that attract butterflies from July to October. It is a specimen ground cover and is resistant to deer. …
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… This tree needs full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has pink flowers that attract butterflies in May and June, followed by edible red fruit. It is a specimen tree that is attractive to birds. …
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… rosette from which a dark red flower spike appears. It grow to be about eighteen inches high and wide. Neoregelias are the largest genus of bromeliads. These epiphytes are native to the rainforests of South America where they are found growing on tree branches and on rocks where they receive strong filtered light. Neoregelias are regarded as having the … moisture and can support a range of fauna including insects and frogs. Good quality light is necessary to develop and maintain leaf colors. Since this plant is epiphytic it is essential …
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… very small green spots forming a central rosette. Royal Burgundy grows to about 18 inches tall and about 3 feet wide. Neoregelias are the largest genus of bromeliads. These epiphytes are native to the rainforests of South America where they are found growing on tree branches and on rocks where they receive strong filtered light. Neoregelias are regarded as having the … moisture and can support a range of fauna including insects and frogs. Good quality light is necessary to develop and maintain leaf colors. Since this plant is epiphytic, it is essential …
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… Green globe Scots pine is an attractive, slow-growing conifer with a rounded form covered with dense, shaggy, slightly twisted needles. It is tolerant of poor, dry sites and makes a good accent shrub or border planting. It is easily pruned to topiary form or small …
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… The American arborvitae is a dense, broad-pyramidal evergreen tree reaching heights of 40' to 60'. It works well as a … screen or specimen plant. Choose plants with strong central leaders to avoid damage from snow and ice. It is an Illinois native that is extensively used. A widely used native …
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… GRAND MARSHALL beebalm grows to about 18 inches high and about two feet wide in sunny or partially shady areas and bears 2 inch wide fuchsia-pink flowers from June until August. If you gently rub your finger across the leaf, you'll be pleasantly surprised by its fragrance. Beebalm is great for attracting bees and butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. It's easy to grow …
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