… Therese spiderwort is a low-growing clumping perennial plant that is derived from native North American plants. Therese has strappy gray-green leaves and bears … pink flowers about 1.5 inches in diameter that appear from June until September. Each flower is open at most a single day, and in some cases, for only a morning. It grows to about two feet …
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… Mexican bush sage has been used in our autumn landscapes for several years. Although it is a shrubby perennial of coniferous forests in Mexico, the Garden uses it in annual displays in September to November, when it is covered by hundreds of attractive flower spikes. The plants grow 3-4 feet in height with … white flowers emerge from densely fuzzy lavender buds in spikes that are 6-10 inches long. It is tolerant of cool temperatures and provides a food source for late butterflies and insects. …
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… Believed to be named after an American physician, Culver’s root ( Veronicastrum virginicum ) is a tall upright perennial native to East and Central North America. The narrow, toothed leaves … soil in full sun or partial shade. A good background plant in the perennial bed, it is attractive to butterflies. It is often used to bring height to a mixed border where its dark green leaves and height make a …
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… Nanum Bullatum viburnum is a dwarf cultivar growing to a mature size of 2-3' high and wide. This is a non-fruiting cultivar, but it has beautiful red autumn foliage. It will grow in full sun to partial shade and is not fussy about soil types or conditions. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed …
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… Burgundy Fireworks coneflower is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the … with deep pinkish burgundy blooms throughout summer on a compact plant. Burgundy Fireworks is part of the MEADOWBRITE™ series. …
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… Odette's Moon is a cultivar of lady slipper orchid with uniquely colored flag, petals and cup featuring various … in general, prefer the kind of growing environment that African violets often favor - that is constantly moist but never soggy soil, bright light, relatively high humidity and moderate to cool temperatures. At the Garden this cultivar is featured in the carnivorous bog. …
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… The paniculata species of phlox are the most magnificent and there is a huge selection of perennials to choose from. Plant 'Pinky Hill' in full sun in fertile moist … where it will grow to 30 inches and produce hot pink star-shaped flowers in July to August. It is also highly susceptible to powdery mildew. To reduce its occurrence, provide good air circulation and water the base of the plant, not the foliage. It is attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. …
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… that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It’s best used for massed plantings in borders. It is deer resistant and will tolerate drought once it is established. Pruning the plant back in the spring will encourage more growth with the … increase in flowers. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Lady Betty Balfour is a large-flowered perennial vine that climbs 8 to15 feet. From July to August it produces 6 to … Lady Betty Balfour in full sun to partial shade, and prune to the ground in early spring. It is an excellent choice for covering pergolas and arbors. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… forms a loose cushion of highly dissected 2- to 3-inch leaves and grows 2 to 3 feet tall. It is a wonderful plant for a flower border. Single, yellow, daisy-like flowers, 1-1/2 to 2 inches … during the summer. Deadhead for an additional autumn burst of color. The threadleaf coreopsis is an easy-to-grow, sun-loving perennial that provides a very fine texture in your garden. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
