… 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, …
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… Klein's Copper beech is named after plantsman Theodore Klein of Kentucky, who made the selection. The foliage emerges … 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, …
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… Narcissus ‘Cantabile’ is in Division 9. It stands 18 – 27 inches high and blooms late in the season. The petals are white with a point at the tip. The cup is small and disc shaped with a narrow band of yellow around the center of the cup . There is a broader band of green at the base and a narrow band of orangey red around rim. The bulbs are …
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… late May-early June with white flower clusters and blue-black fruit in the fall. This cultivar is noted for producing fruit more abundantly than the species. This shrub is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the …
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… Start with the Basics A common and sometimes costly expense for many homeowners is lawn care. No matter whether you maintain your lawn yourself or hire a service, this is a good time to examine the best practices for growing healthy turfgrass. Don't invest more money than is necessary to have an attractive lawn that is also healthy and less likely to have problems …
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… The gray birch is distinguished by its large, long, pointed triangular leaves and chalky-white non-peeling bark. … by the large V-shaped patches of black that appear on the trunk under the branches. It is often a multi-stemmed tree in the wild. The gray birch is considered more borer-resistant than the European white birch or paper birch. The branches are …
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… WHITE SATIN™ is a birch cultivar notable for good borer resistance, a uniform upright pyramidal habit, beautiful satin white bark, attractive foliage and golden-yellow fall color. This tree is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the …
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… cool, moist growing conditions throughout the year with high humidity. The white pointed flag is broadly veined in green while the green petals are spotted with dark maroon as they transition to mauve (and hairs) near the tips. The pouch or cup is green and pink with dark green veins. The orchid family consists of a large 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 -- …
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… "moth" flowers are edged in white on this distinctive orchid. This genus of orchids is among the easiest for homeowners to grow indoors because they tolerate lower light levels, … and are fairly forgiving of overwatering. However, best results are obtained when this plant is grown in bright light, moderate to high humidity, and well-drained soils that are allowed to … 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 …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
