… coloration remains throughout the growing season, and then turns the typical golden yellow for the fall. As like 'Jade Butterflies', its fan shaped leaves are said to resemble green butterflies, but in this case, green and white. It is a male clone, which will … as an accent for locations requiring a smaller tree. 'Majestic Butterflies' will slowly mature to a 6 foot tall tree in 10 years. It is a vase shaped, multi-stemmed, dwarf form. The Ginkgo is …
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… toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he … in the long term with full sunshine. They are suitable for erosion control and are attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies while being unattractive to deer, rabbits, and …
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… foliage. The fluffy upright panicles are comprised of tiny, densely packed flowers in early to mid summer. 'Fire' does well in shade to partial shade and adds a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is generally pest free … After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are often left in place for winter interest. …
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… Durand clematis is a smaller-flowered, non-twining, deciduous vine that spreads 3 to 6 feet. It is known for its long-lasting, stunning blooms. From July to September it features 4-inch bluish-purple flowers with creamy centers. Plant in full sun to …
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… features Brunfelsia pauciflora , accurately named the "Yesterday, today and tomorrow plant" for the transformation of its deep purple flowers to lavender and finally white as they age. This fragrant shrub is a moderate grower but can reach a fairly large size in a non-greenhouse environment. In USDA Zones 9–11, it will reach 3 to 8 feet tall, with a spread of 4 to 6 feet. When grown indoors, it can be pruned to a modest …
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… 'Count Radish Plus' daylily has vibrant brick red flowers measuring blooming in mid to late season. The flowers are 5 inches in diameter with ruffled petals and deep veins. 'Count Radish Plus' vigorously blooms and reblooms continuously, adding a splash of color to any garden. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each stalk and … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. …
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… daylily has large, vibrant red flowers which measure 6 ½ inches. It is a striking addition to any garden. The blooms are delightfully fragrant and appear in early to mid season.Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each stalk and … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. In 1983 James …
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… of pink. The blooms measure 4.5 inches and appear early in the season. They are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. Shy Girl is a lovely addition to any garden. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each stalk and … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. …
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… Deep black buds open to bright, 2-inch yellow flowers on 1-foot spikes on this nonhardy African shrub. The green … crushed, smell like popcorn. Plant this tropical-looking plant in full sun and provide room for its rapid growth rate to around 6 feet in size in a Chicago summer. In Africa, concoctions made from the leaves are …
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… This plant is a White Wands veronica. Veronica is named for St Veronica who comforted Jesus on his path to Calvary. White Wands veronica has white flower spikes from early to mid-summer. It grows to about sixteen inches in height and one to two feet in width and has …
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