… This dead nettle is called Beacon Silver because of the silver markings on its leaves, which can be quite bright … groundcover that thrives in shady areas. It typically reaches a height of about 6 to 12 inches and a spread of about 2 feet. In the early summer it bears small pinkish-mauve flowers above the … prefers consistently moist, shady conditions, it is a tough, reliable plant once established and can cope with periods of dryness or direct light. …
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… yellow-flowered shrub rose grows up to 4 feet in size with full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. From mid-June through mid-October, it is covered with flowers whose color won't fade in full sun. Disease resistance in yellow-flowered … (black spot, powdery mildew). This is another of the hardy, disease-resistant roses bred and selected by Bill Radler. …
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… Smooth sumac is very much like staghorn sumac, with large attractive compound leaves and an irregular growth … red berries with small hairs. This large native shrub in the cashew family spreads by rhizomes and forms colonies. It is best for a naturalistic setting. This is a cutleaf version, with …
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… late spring with loose clusters of fragrant pink flowers at the ends of the stems. The stems and leaves are covered with soft white hairs which give the plant its common name of Downy Phlox. Plant it in full sun. It is attractive to butterflies and is hardy in zones 4 - 9. The genus name is from the Greek word phlox meaning flame in …
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… Violet Pinwheels phlox is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the Ornamental Growers Association of Northern Illinois formed to promote plant cultivars … Chicago Botanic Garden by James Ault, PhD; the ¾-inch-wide flowers open a vivid purple color and age to a still-vivid violet color--rare colors among the moss phlox. The plants consist of …
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… Narcissus ‘Skookum’ is in Division 3. It blooms in late spring with 3 1/2 inch flowers which have a roundish … The petals are pale yellow while the corona is primrose yellow. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own …
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… The common tansy is a Eurasian native that was cultivated in ancient times for medicinal purposes. Be aware that … It can grow to a height of 2’ with a similar spread. The fern-like foliage is aromatic and it blooms in late summer with yellow daisy-like flowers. Deadhead immediately after blooming to control self-seeding and to keep the plant looking tidier. It is not fussy about soil types or conditions; drier …
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… Find a host of garlic cultivars for your garden online. Garlic is a member of the genus Allium , which includes chives, onions, shallots, and leeks. It’s an underground bulb (also called a head) made up of 8 or 20 cloves depending on … variety. There are many different garlic cultivars, but the soil, water, location, climate, and other factors can influence their flavor and the color of their papery wrapping. Elephant …
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… at your home, indoors or out, perhaps the most neglected are the powdered, chopped, bottled, and stoppered plants collectively known as the spice cabinet. Tucked away behind a drawer or door front, this collection of dried plant leaves, flowers, seeds, and barks is a must-have in American kitchens: full spice racks are prized as wedding gifts and …
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… an upright oval tree that can reach a height of 65 feet with a 30 foot spread. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The tree's winged fruit, or samaras, matures in the fall. Autumn color is highly variable, ranging from yellow or orange to red, but it is always outstanding. One of …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
