… Wild white indigo is a species that occurs naturally in dry woodlands in the southeastern U.S. In the spring it produces showy small white blooms. Members of the genus Baptisia are commonly …
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… nivalis 'Atkinsii') is a very showy, large-flowered snowdrop, among the first bulbs to bloom in early spring. The name was given to the genus by Carl Linnaeus in 1735. Native to large areas of Europe, from Spain to the Ukraine, the name is derived from the … was described at the 1891 meeting of the Royal Horticultural Society as "second to none in size, form, quality, and freedom of growth." The 'Atkinsii' cultivar is a vigorous, tall …
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… is a tree peony with deep burgundy semi-double flowers. The ruffled petals, are each turned in a different direction, as if blown by the wind. Tree peonies often need to settle in one to two years before producing blooms and, once established, will grow to mature size in five to eight years; ‘Boreas’ will reach 5 feet tall. Plant in sun to part shade with the eyes …
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… with Japanese-style blooms. Its wide dark burgundy petals surround a ring of stamens edged in light gold. Although delicate in appearance, Japanese peonies have extremely strong stems, keeping them erect during wind and … 30 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the fall. Plant in sun to part shade with the eyes no more than 2 inches below the soil …
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… of yellow stamens. Strong stems reaching 34 inches tall create an outstanding display both in the garden and when displayed in a vase. Peony bloom times are classified as early, mid, and late; ‘Cheddar Surprise’ is a … inches tall and takes on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the fall. Plant in sun to part shade with the eyes no more than 2 inches below the soil …
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… brilliant yellow centers and no spots. The flowers are outfacing and huge, measuring 8 inches in diameter. The blooms appear in July and August with a soft, delicate fragrance. The stems grow to 3 to 4 feet in the first year but when established can reach 6 to 8 feet in height with more than 20 blooms …
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… heavy apple crop. This cultivar produces Arkansas black apples, a tart variety that originated in Arkansas in the 19th century and is used for eating, cooking, and cider. The difference between apples and … it is considered a crabapple. While apple fruit trees are generally grown commercially and in quantity as a crop, they can also be grown in the home garden. Special attention to …
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… really was a Granny Smith! Maria Ann Smith propagated this cultivar from a chance seedling in Australia in the 19th century. This distinctive green apple is notable for its crisp texture and tart … it is considered a crabapple. While apple fruit trees are generally grown commercially and in quantity as a crop, they can also be grown in the home garden. Special attention to …
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… its fresh eating and cooking qualities. It is related to McIntosh. This cultivar orginated in Sparta, Michigan in 1967 and was named after the grower's wife. The difference between apples and crabapples is … it is considered a crabapple. While apple fruit trees are generally grown commercially and in quantity as a crop, they can also be grown in the home garden. Special attention to …
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… month keeping capacity means that it is available almost year round. This variety originated in Iowa in the 19th century. The difference between apples and crabapples is the size of the fruit. If … 2”, it is considered a crabapple. While apple fruit trees are generally grown commercially and in quantity as a crop, they can also be grown in the home garden. Special attention to …
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