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  • … Once established, this plant will reach 3’ in height by 3’ in width. Another butterfly magnet for the fall garden that is basically insect and disease free. Archived Copy: This content was …
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  • … tall. Unlike the typical lamb’s ears, 'Silver Carpet' does not produce flowers so is perfect for the low-maintenance gardener.  Plant them in full sun in most, well-drained soil. It makes a …
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  • … pollen. In autumn, the shiny dark-green leaves turn bright yellow. One of the best trees for our cities Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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  • … a height of 8” with a similar spread. The deep blue to purple, three-petaled flowers last only for a day, but open in succession on the plant from May to June. It prefers moist, acidic, …
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  • … full shade. Plant in a site protected from the wind. It can be pruned heavily in the spring for hedging. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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  • … of ironweeds conducted at the Chicago Botanic Garden, Baldwn's ironweed received a good rating for growing in local conditions. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, …
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  • … or about six feet and width of about five feet in sunny conditions and received a good rating for growing locally. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no …
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  • … or about seven feet and width of about six feet in sunny conditions and received a good rating for growing locally. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no …
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  • … This plant is a veronica. Veronica is named for St Veronica who comforted Jesus on his path to Calvary. Spike veronica has violet-blue flower …
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  • … home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
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