… or ovoid in cross-section and slightly curved; and the cones, which are upright and persist on the tree until the seeds have dropped. Korean fir needles have two narrow white lines beneath. The cones are very showy, turning violet-blue and appearing even on young trees, but not likely on dwarf cultivars. Korean firs may not be easy to grow in areas with clay soil and they don't …
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… dense growth of smooth, leathery evergreen leaves that are alternate, 5–10 inches long, shiny on top and rusty below. Fragrant, creamy-white flowers, which discolor easily if bruised, appear on the ends of thick, tough stems all over the tree. …
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… Deep wine-colored flowers with lightly fringed petals usually mature about 4 inches in size on a plant that tops out at 5 feet. Plant this dahlia in full sun and in moderately rich, moist, … the central growing tip to encourage additional lateral branches. The flowers are held upright on long stems and make excellent cut flowers. The flower color does not fade as it ages. …
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… Tall spikes of indigo blue flowers begin in late May and continue through June on this short-lived perennial. Plant this delphinium in full sun and in moisture-retentive, well- … them from toppling over. Plants are prone to crown rot in hot, humid weather, so planting on a slightly elevated mound is encouraged. All parts of the plants are poisonous. …
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… clivia ( Clivia caulescens ) are produced atop an incredibly tall stem—up to 6 feet in height on mature specimens—in October and November. This South African native can be grown in well … moderate fertility. Closely related species ( Clivia nobilis ) produce similar flower spikes on shorter stems. …
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… Attractive, greenish-yellow flowers appear in clusters at the branch ends in spring. Flowers on female trees (if pollinated) give way to small pendant clusters of bluish-black berries (drupes) which are borne in scarlet cup-like receptacles on scarlet stalks (pedicils). …
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… Large beetroot red flowers with feathered edges feature splashes of purple and green on the exterior of the petals on this striking tulip. Strong stems support the weight of the heavy flowers even in windy …
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