… The Staghorn or Giant Staghorn fern is native to the lowland rainforests of north-eastern Australia where it is found growing in the … crown. Large specimens form a nest which catches leaves and other debris providing nutrients to the epiphytic fern. Large specimens are spectacular in form with attractive light green …
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… This plant is commonly called lady's mantle because of the circular, pleated leaves which resemble the mantle, or cape, worn by women in olden times. The name of 'Thriller' refers to the height of this plant which is much taller than other commonly found lady's mantle plants. 'Thriller' lady's mantle grows to about 1-2 high and 1-2 feet wide. It prefers consistently moist partly shaded locations. In …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This uncommon species is found in open woodlands, and it looks like a tall, spindly version of the more robust common milkweed. It grows to 5 feet tall with large, glossy, opposite broad leaves that come to a narrow point. It blooms in early June, when it is topped with loose clusters of drooping, …
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… Eupatorium coelestinum 'Wayside Variety' is derived from a perennial native to the eastern half of the United States that closely resembles Ageratum . Wayside Variety mistflower grows up to 15 inches in height and features sky-blue flowers that attract butterflies but repel deer. A …
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… Bulletproof hosta is notable for its very thick blue green leaves. It is a sport of H . 'Halcyon.' Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks … are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full size. They all prefer …
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… El Nino is a medium blue green hosta with white edged leaves. It is a sport of H . 'Halcyon.' Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks … are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full size. They all prefer …
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… Ivory Coast is a large hosta featuring grey green foliage with a wide yellow margin. It is a sport of H . 'Sagae.' Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks … are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full size. They all prefer …
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… Midnight Ride is a large, dark green hosta. It is a sport of H . 'Paul Revere' and considered a vigorous grower. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks … are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full size. They all prefer …
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… J. S. Dijt is a bold reddish-purple with yellow crests on the falls and a strong fragrance. It is among the last of the reticulated irises in bloom in the spring. The flowers stand only 4 to 8 inches high and are perfect in a rock garden or scattered in the lawn. Iris reticulata , is native to Turkey, the Caucasus, Northern Iraq, and Iran. The name reticulata refers to the netted or …
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… Spotted Joe Pye Weed is derived from a plant native to eastern North America. The common name refers to the purple spots on the dark green stems of the plant. A tall, architectural plant, it grows …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
