… leaves combined with a low, spreading habit makes it perfectly suited as a foliage planting for borders and rock gardens — but right now, its purple flower spikes stand like sentinels in … Stachys species typically spread by runners, forming a rapidly spreading mat approximately 4 to 6 inches off the ground. Good drainage in summer and winter is essential for the health and … "woundwort." Early documented use notes the antiseptic qualities of the leaves and their use to bandage wounds. Stachys byzantina extract has shown antimicrobial activity against …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… of bloom comes in June and July, 'Rumba' keeps repeating into September. Wine red buds open to deep pink flowers, set off by the dense, purple-edged foliage. Topping out at just 3 feet, … and so do gardeners. With bloom all along their branches, they deliver a blanket of color for at least four weeks. And they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements. Just give them …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… species is rarely seen at the Garden. It is distinct in its adult plumage, but difficult to identify as a juvenile. Look for it flying over or sitting on logs in the water. …
Type: Birding
… This tall (145’) tree is native to . It has no tolerance for shade, salt exposure, or air pollution, but it can tolerate strong winds. It can tolerate a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This bright mid summer blooming perennial is usually planted for its brilliant scarlet flower color. The petals are interestingly notched, and the blossoms … tight clusters on top of sturdy stems. Its foliage is silver. Use maltese cross as an accent for its bright red color. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Bright yellow flowers on this dancing lady orchid can last for a month or more each; dozens of flowers per stem. Grow indoors in bright light, high … drained potting media. Move outdoors in summer and fertilize weekly with a dilute foliar feed to build up energy for the flowering cycle in winter. The orchid family consists of a large … and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semi-tropical or tropical environment (USDA …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… one with firm needles that don’t drop off when the tree is raised up a few inches and dropped to the ground. The bottom of the stump should be moist with some sap present. Trees that were cut … off the stump and immediately plunge the tree into a bucket of warm water. It’s not necesssary to add preservatives to the water. Make sure the stand is full of water each day. A freshly cut … Live balled and burlapped trees or those planted in containers can remain in the house for no more than one week before they break their dormancy. Trees must be acclimated gradually to …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. As the snow in my garden melts, there appears to be something wrong with my evergreen shrubs. They look broken and trampled. Is this snow damage and what can I do about it? A. As the snow begins to melt at this time of the year, plants in our gardens are exposed to browsing animals. This … snowfall completely covered many woody and evergreen shrubs, which reduced feeding choices for hungry deer and rabbits. Unfortunately, many evergreens, especially yews and arborvitae, are …
Type: Plant Info
… out the weeds. Any suggestions would be appreciated. A. There are many products available for spot-treating weeds once they have emerged. However, there are a few guidelines to follow, especially since you have recently set down grass seed. Apply the product when the … young and actively growing. Do not apply on a hot or windy day, if the turf is stressed due to drought or if rain is expected within 24 hours. Avoid mowing your lawn for a few days before …
Type: Plant Info
… in the winter especially against a snowy backdrop. The Baileyi red twig dogwood shrub grows to 6 to 10 feet tall and wide with a rounded open habit. White spring flowers are followed by fruits … hedge or screen, or is a beautiful specimen by itself. Its suckering habit and preference for moist soils makes it suitable for erosion control along water courses. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
