… 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, gray, yellow or red. Another signature bark characteristic is its habit of separating into thin sheets; Native Americans used this property to harvest the … bowls and shelter -- practical as well as beautiful. A strong secondary ornamental feature is the usually colorful golden fall foliage. Given their preference for cool weather and acid …
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… 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, gray, yellow or red. Another signature bark characteristic is its habit of separating into thin sheets; Native Americans used this property to harvest the … bowls and shelter -- practical as well as beautiful. A strong secondary ornamental feature is the usually colorful golden fall foliage. Given their preference for cool weather and acid …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… its distinctive horizontal branching habit appears to belong in a Japanese garden, though it is a native species. Its scientific name Cornus alternifolia indicates that its leaves alternate … are borne in late May and early June and are followed by bluish-black fruit in July that is much beloved by birds. Fall foliage is reddish purple. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the …
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… This bush is called an ARCTIC FIRE™ dogwood because it has red stems that are attractive against a background of snow in winter time. ARCTIC FIRE™ dogwood is a dwarf cultivar of the native redosier dogwood that is grown for its showy red winter stems. It lacks the stoloniferous (spreading) habit of the …
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… states, it blooms on new growth, so do not prune until after flowering. The Chicago area is a little north of its native range, so some winter damage may occur, but will not affect flowering on new growth. The genus Calycanthus is separated into its own family, with its nearest relatives in the laurel family, which includes cinnamon and sassafras. The fruit is a hard oblong capsule shaped like a fig. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… states, it blooms on new growth, so do not prune until after flowering. The Chicago area is a little north of its native range, so some winter damage may occur, but will not affect flowering on new growth. The genus Calycanthus is separated into its own family, with its nearest relatives in the laurel family, which includes cinnamon and sassafras. The fruit is a hard oblong capsule shaped like a fig. …
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… Amur deutzia is a deciduous shrub that can reach a height of 6 feet with a similar spread. It blooms in the spring with clusters of tiny, white 5-petaled flowers. It is not fussy about soil type or conditions as long as it is well drained, and it may be planted in full sun or partial shade. The genus Deutzia consists …
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… Lilium ‘Karen North’ is a brilliant coral-orange color. The petals are deeply recurved and are spotted with … tall. The flowers have a delightful fragrance and are attractive to hummingbirds. Karen North is an Asiatic hybrid. Asiatic hybrids are the easiest lilies to grow, are quite winter hardy and … a higher bud count on a straight stem. Typically they are not fragrant, although Karen North is an exception. The unsurpassed grace and beauty of this lily makes it a lovely addition to the …
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… 1 to 5 blooms and narrow leaves arranged in whorls. Lilium philadelphicum, or wood lily as it is sometimes known, is naturally occurring in mountainous meadowlands. The bulbs were gathered by Native Americans for food. Unfortunately, this lily has been disappearing from areas where it is over grazed, picked by visitors, or destroyed by urban development. The grace and beauty of …
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… Heliconia psittacorum 'Lady Di', commonly called the parakeet flower, is an ever-blooming tropical plant that produces an abundance of bright flowers borne above … red showy bracts (modified petal-like leaves) hold small, tubular flowers. Each true flower is white and has a dark spot at the end, which makes it look like a parrot's tongue. Native to … cold-sensitive species will quickly die if subjected to frost. In USDA Zones 9a and colder, it is used as a container plant and provides extensive color for a long period of time, as do the …
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