… Flowering dogwood is the showstopper member of the genus Cornus -- for its elegant layered habit, stunning white blooms and vibrant fall color. While its true … and inconspicuous, they are surrounded by four large flat white bracts that appear to be petals. This small native tree is the state tree of Virginia and signals the arrival of spring in much of the southeastern U.S. Alas, it struggles to maintain bud hardiness in northeastern Illinois. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known …
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… Peonies are popular garden plants, known for their stunning flowers, their cold hardiness and the huge variety of their colors, forms and habits. They are divided into two main groups: herbaceous, which die to the ground in the fall, and tree peonies, deciduous plants with woody stems which they retain … classified as early, mid and late – ‘Mons. Jules Elie’ is a mid-late season bloomer. It grows to 30” tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the …
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… open bell-shaped flowers with six petals grow atop 4-inch scapes. There is usually only one to three flowers per stalk, but each bulb produces several stalks. This is a true blue, with a … stamens of ultramarine. The leaves are narrow and slightly shorter than the flower stalks. To make up for their dainty size, they are usually planted in masses. You may see lawns in older …
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… Q. I received a cyclamen as a gift, and I’m not sure how to take care of it. A. Cyclamen are popular gift plants because of their colorful blooms, … including pink, red, and white. Given the right location and care, they can be kept blooming for several months and grown as indoor houseplants to bloom again next winter. Cyclamen plants need to be kept in a bright, cool location away from …
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… Magnolia 'Ann' is notable for its vibrant reddish-purple blossoms and relatively small stature. It is one of the Little … Magnolia are known for the stunning beauty of their usually large flowers, which emerge prior to the foliage in spring, and are often fragrant. While shades of pink are the most common bloom … fruiting body of small follicles forming a cone-like shape. The species range from small trees to very large trees and shrubs. Magnolias are an ancient genus that appeared before bees; early …
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… Swarthmore Sentinel magnolia was so named for its upright and narrow habit by the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College. It bears creamy … Magnolia are known for the stunning beauty of their usually large flowers, which emerge prior to the foliage in spring, and are often fragrant. While shades of pink are the most common bloom … fruiting body of small follicles forming a cone-like shape. The species range from small trees to very large trees and shrubs. Magnolias are an ancient genus that appeared before bees; early …
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… Members of the genus Syringa , commonly known as lilacs, are shrubs or small trees prized for their showy and fragrant blooms in late spring. The individual flowers are tubular in form and are borne in large panicles. While the common name of the plant has come to define a shade of pale purple, some species and hybrids have pink or white blossoms. Lilacs begin to set buds for the following year shortly after they finish blooming; if pruning is desired, it …
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… holiday colors come from potted flowers, often presented as gifts. Here are some tips for keeping them healthy and blooming. AMARYLLIS Plant the bulb in a light soilless mixture. Water the bulb thoroughly once, then again only when the soil mix is dry to the touch. Amaryllis bulbs can tolerate dryness but not soggy conditions. Place the pot in a … vents. Because the flower stalk grows quickly and leans toward light, rotate the pot often to ensure even growth. When the plant finishes flowering, pinch off the faded blooms and allow …
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… coleus, begonias, and impatiens can be taken this month, potted up, and brought inside to a south-facing window. Some tender unusual container plants can be brought inside as whole … grass, mandevilla vine, and certain small geranium plants are a few. Many gardeners prefer to repot the plants and change the soil to a fresh, lightweight, soilless mix at this time. … summers outside should be monitored in the event of a premature frost. Check plants carefully for any sign of insect or disease before bringing them indoors. Gradually reintroduce these …
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… Cymbidium orchid cultivars rarely come with cultivar names. Too pretty to ignore, a number of different color forms are featured during the Orchid Show. They require a distinct cool treatment in late fall to set flower buds for the following season. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its …
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