… 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 Zones 9-11) and have epiphytic roots -- …
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… PEACH PERFECTION® Abelia is a new shrub with tricolor leaves that change from orange to yellow and then green as the season progresses. With white flowers and red stems, this is a beautiful plant. It requires a sunny spot in the garden and blooms from spring into fall. …
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… and black stems complete the ornamental characteristics of this cultivar. Fragrance in dahlias is very rare and the chocolate scent is carried in only one species that was only recently moved to the genus Dahlia from Cosmos . …
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… Tahiti daffodil ( Narcissus 'Tahiti') is popular for its large 4-1/2-inch wide, showy, double flowers with soft, yellow perianth … surrounding a cluster of orange-red corona segments. The traditional profile of cup and petals is reduced to a softer profile, making it a popular cut flower. Strong stems keep the flowers upright even …
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… Oncidium Twinkle 'Red' is a miniature orchid packed with flower power. The blooms grow on a much-branched stem, often with 50 or more flowers in bloom at the same time. Each flower is a blend of cherry red, light pink, and creamy white. If you wish to recreate this, try hybridizing Oncidium cheirophorum with Oncidium ornithorhynchum . …
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… Album White Catawba Rhododendron is considered an ironclad vigorous grower with medium-sized leaves. In late season, pale lilac buds open to conical trusses of bell-shaped white flowers 2½ inches high with green clashes in the throat. This rhododendron tolerates sun and wind, and is beautiful in a border or as a specimen near the house. …
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… species on his voyage he predicted an unknown moth with a proboscis 1.5' long would be found to be the pollinator - 1.5' being the length of the nectar tube used to entice pollinators. Decades later the moth was discovered and this species has been used to … 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 …
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… flowers with creamy white lips are produced in winter time. A challenge for most homeowners to grow, requiring a slab of bark to grow on, consistent daily moisture except for a short dry period in fall needed to set the … 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 …
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… borer resistance and unusual columnar habit. The primary ornamental feature of birch trees is the bark. Many of the common names of birch trees refer to the color of the bark -- white, gray, yellow or red. Another signature bark characteristic is its habit of separating into thin sheets; Native Americans used this property to harvest the bark from fallen paperbark birch trees to make canoes, bowls and shelter -- …
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… Clairette dwarf iris ( Iris 'Clairette') is a vibrant purple- and white-flowered cultivar of Iris reticulata , or netted iris. The species name reticulata refers to the netted pattern on the dry bulbs. This award-winning variety is a low-growing, bulbous … stems, typically reaching 4 inches tall. Narrow, lance-shaped, grass-like leaves elongate to 15 inches after blooming, and they disappear by late spring as the plants go dormant. These …
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