… plant from Zanzibar in tropical east Africa can form a clump up to 4 feet tall but is usually 3 feet tall. It has attractive rippled, undulating, dark green leaves, smudged with … light levels but grows best and flowers if given bright light and even tolerates full sun. It is hardy to 30 to 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Water it sparingly and not at all as temperatures dip in … months between waterings. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… The Crispa Whiteside broad buckler fern is derived from a fern native to the open forests of northern Europe. It has yellowish-green … about 2 feet wide. This fern can cope with more sunshine than most ferns as long as moisture is maintained so its uses are wide. It performs well in partially shaded beds, or as an … its beauty and resilience. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… The common name for this plant is white Dyckia because of the silvery white color of its foliage. That's caused by the silvery … way its foliage twists and curls adds to this plant's appeal. Dyckias are survivors. This one is native to the highlands of central Brazil. It likes full sun, but not hot baking hot sun, … begin to drop in the fall. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Clematis 'Multi Blue' is a fairly vigorous deciduous climber that grows 6-8’ and produces two types of flowers. The … Grow in sun or part shade in a protected spot to prevent damage to the flowers. Multi Blue is a member of clematis pruning group 2 which does not require major pruning just the removal of … a small obelisk or trellis. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Britain in 1573, it makes a beautiful choice when located in the front of a mixed border. It is, however, prone to flop, so be prepared to provide support. Tube clematis does best in full sun to partial shade and is a member of clematis pruning group 3; these plants flower on the current year’s new growth and … can be divided in the fall. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… beneath a tuft of leaves; visually, their inflorescence resembles a pineapple. This is the best cultivar among all of the Fritillaria imperialis offerings for naturalizing in the … among tulips, crocuses, and other bulbs to repel rabbits and deer. Crown imperial fritillary is native to dry, rocky hillsides in Persia at higher elevations, where snowmelt provides … early-season moisture. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Honeysuckle fuchsia ( Fuchsia triphylla 'Gartenmeister Bonstedt') is still going strong, more than 100 years after the creation of this hybrid. Its coral-red … node. This nonhardy shrub prefers partially shaded conditions and humus-rich, moist soils. It is insect and disease resistant in the Chicago area as long as the soils are kept moist … the growing season. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Gardenia jasminoides , native to southeast Asia, is a large shrub or small tree in the Rubiaceae family with large, white, very fragrant flowers … those young at heart) — wore boutonnières and corsages when going out on dates. The Rubiaceae is the third largest plant family, with 611 genera and more than 13,000 species. It contains a … red and yellow dyes. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… blooms appear in mid-season and stay open for 16 hours or more. In milder climates the foliage is green all year round. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each … The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Kindly Light has been awarded the Harris … Hemerocallis Society. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It may rebloom throughout the season. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Little Wine Cup is a lovely addition to any garden. It has been awarded Honorable Mention by the American … Hemerocallis Society. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
