… and bees. White Henryi belongs to the group of Aurelian lily hybrids which generally bloom in July on stout stems supporting masses of flowers. They are among the hardiest and most disease … grace and beauty of this lily make it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies 'like their feet in the shade and heads in the sun'. They tolerate hot summer days, as long as the bulbs are deep enough (or shaded …
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… 120) with a delicious musk rose scent. It's equally effective as a pillar, a climber, or in a hedge, but but consider placing it close to a door or patio where you can enjoy its … of modern roses. Like all roses, the more sun you give it, the more flowers you'll get in return. Remember that even the most disease resistant roses need help fighting fungal diseases … all roses, particularly repeat bloomers, are heavy feeders, so for best performance fertilize in spring and again in mid-summer. …
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… mixes old rose, myrrh, and fruity notes. At 4x3 feet, it fits easily into the border, even in smaller gardens. Tuck it close to a doorway or patio so you can enjoy the delightful fragrance … of modern roses. Like all roses, the more sun you give it, the more flowers you'll get in return. Remember that even the most disease resistant roses need help fighting fungal diseases … all roses, particularly repeat bloomers, are heavy feeders, so for best performance fertilize in spring and again in mid-summer. …
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… with six-inch spikes of white flowers with a show that lasts for up to three weeks beginning in late March in the Chicago area. The bell-shaped flowers measure about 1/2" across, with six petals that are pure white. The stamens in the center are fused into a little crown that helps separate it from the true squills in the …
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… branches being carried horizontal to the trunk rather than drooping. Its dense branching habit in an arc of angles makes its crown appear very much like a crown. Unfortunately, due to grafting challenges in propagation, this cultivar is not readily available in the trade. The genus Quercus includes more than 600 species of the oak tree, of which 90 are …
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… of yellow dye. It produces acorns biennially after up to 20 years of growth. Rarely seen in commerce, the black oak can be found in dry uplands but does best in richer, moister soils. The genus Quercus includes more than 600 species of the oak tree, of …
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… of modern roses. Like all roses, the more sun you give it, the more flowers you'll get in return. Dark green, glossy leaves are disease resistant, but no rose is disease-proof. … Remember that roses, particularly repeat bloomers, are heavy feeders and fertilize in spring and again in mid-summer. Protect against rabbits and deer in the winter. …
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… This orchid's large, rounded white petals are edged in lavender with large purple spots. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each … the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most …
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… viburnum is a compact cultivar that grows to only 4' tall and as wide over time. It blooms in early spring with tiny, fragrant, light pink flowers in panicles on naked stems. It may take a while for the plant to bloom more profusely. Fruiting is sparse. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade in fertile, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Viburnums are a …
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… northwestern parts of the U.S. It will reach a height of 12’ with an equal spread. It blooms in May with showy white, flat-topped clusters of flowers. The flowers give way to edible red fruits in the fall that are attractive to birds and may be made into preserves or jellies for humans. Fall color is bronze to red. It will grow in full sun to partial shade and is not fussy about soil types or conditions. Cultivars are more …
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