… 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 -- … -- though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom … sustain the plant through dry periods. Other varieties are monopodial, meaning upward growth is from a single growing point. There is an exception to almost every general statement one can …
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… 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 -- … -- though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom … sustain the plant through dry periods. Other varieties are monopodial, meaning upward growth is from a single growing point. There is an exception to almost every general statement one can …
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… Q. I often admire the crabapple trees espaliered on the Visitor Center. Is this a procedure I could duplicate at home with one or two small trees? A. Yes, it is. An espalier is an innovative way to soften a brick wall, a trellis or even a chain link fence. If space …
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… with a purpose that extends beyond the simply beautiful. As part of its ethos, the firm is deeply committed to creating sustainable landscapes. Ease of maintenance, function and … with wetlands and protected areas in New England, Long Island, and the West. Deborah Nevins is president of Deborah Nevins & Associates, the New York-based landscape design firm she founded … Workshop), and the ongoing expansion of the campus of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, which is the largest cultural project currently underway in North America, with some 500,000 square …
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… and cold nighttime temperatures. Timing & Life Cycle Frost cracks are a winter problem that is especially severe if warm afternoon sun is followed by a rapid drop in temperature at sundown. Reflected light from snow cover can … Treatment & Solutions Select trees that are winter hardy in your region. Siting trees properly is also important. For example, woodland trees that prefer shade may be more prone to frost …
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… When mature, the sweet birch has an open, rounded habit and can grow 40 to 50 feet tall. It is successful in naturalized areas or used as a shade tree. The sweet birch actually provides a … winter landscape. The twigs are fragrant and are a source of oil of wintergreen. Sweet birch is native to the eastern U.S. The primary ornamental feature of birch trees is the bark. Many of the common names of birch trees refer to the color of the bark -- white, …
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… high humidity, good air movement and excellent soil drainage for repeat bloom. It is large growing and may need support. 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 -- … -- though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
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… 'Tolkien' is a hybrid of two epiphytic South American orchids, Brassia ‘Edvah Loo’ and Miltonia ‘Olmec’. In … 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 -- … -- though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
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… exposed rock outcroppings in full sun, high humidity and warm temperatures. In cultivation it is ideal for small pots and produces a relatively shallow root system. The orchid family consists … 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 … nights—though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate, or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
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… spikes originating from the growing tip of the cane (pseudobulb). This section of Dendrobium is known for having small black hairs on the undersides of leaves and the canes. Grow in bright … 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 … nights—though the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
