… ‘Techny’ is a compact, dwarf cultivar that matures to a 10-15’ tall pyramid. Its rich dark green foliage does not yellow in winter. It prefers moist, well-drained loams in full sun to part shade. It is not fussy about soil pH but is intolerant of dry conditions. Archived Copy: …
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… Warm temperatures, high humidity, good air movement, and very well-drained soil are the key to growing this orchid successfully indoors. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often … contrasting colors, and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semitropical or tropical environment (USDA …
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… This orchid needs full sun to partial shade and moist soil conditions. From January through April it produces showy purple … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … 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 …
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… This orchid needs partial shade and moist soil conditions. From January to June it produces red, lavender, and purple blooms. The orchid family consists of a large … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … 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 …
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… CHINA SNOW® Pekin lilac is a tree form of lilac with a rounded habit that produces abundant fragrant white blooms and … the Morton Arboretum and the Ornamental Growers Association of Northern Illinois formed to promote plant cultivars that perform well in northern Illinois. This variety was developed at … 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 …
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… This tree needs full sun to partial shade and moist soil conditions to thrive. In March and April it produces insignificant green blooms. It has attractive red, orange, and yellow foliage in the fall. It is a specimen. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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… This perennial grows to a height of 3 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions It has showy purple and rose blooms that attract butterflies from May through August and belongs in a border. It is native to the Midwest. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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… This clump-forming perennial grows to a height of 2 feet with full sun and dry soil conditions. It has showy purple blooms that attract butterflies from May through August and belongs in a border. It is native to the Midwest. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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… This mat-forming perennial grows to a height of 1 foot with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has mauve and lilac blooms that attract butterflies from July through October. It belongs in a border and is resistant to deer. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being …
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… This clumping perennial grows to a height of 2 feet with full sun and dry to medium moisture conditions. In July and August it produces green and purple flowers that attract birds. It is a specimen in a border or a ground cover. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
