… Native to the United States, Hydrangea arborescens is an upright, deciduous shrub that prefers moist, … cultivar growing 3–5 feet tall with strong stems and large dark green leaves. It is named for its dome-shaped inflorescences of white flowers displaying symmetrical, rounded heads … early June and continue through August. Bloom occurs on new wood, so plants may be pruned back to the ground in late winter to encourage strong stem growth. Plant ‘Dardom’ in masses in the …
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… means “many thanks” in Hawaiian. Typically the flowers of intermediate bearded irises are 3 ½ to 5 inches in width and are good for cutting. They are resistant to deer and attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. Iris is the name of the Greek goddess of …
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… Golden chain tree is a small deciduous tree or large shrub that is noted for its pendulous axillary racemes of yellow, wisteria-like flowers that bloom in spring. It is a … tall as a tree and 15-20’ tall as a shrub. Trifoliate, clover-like, medium green leaves (to 3” long) produce little fall color. ‘Vossii’ is a cultivar that produces pea-like yellow flowers in drooping racemes to 24” long in a profuse and often spectacular late spring bloom. Flowers give way to seedpods …
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… Spicebush is a large deciduous shrub native to wooded areas from Ontario to Texas and Florida. In late March to April it produces tiny clusters of light yellow flowers. … is tolerant of sun or shade, but does require a good, well-drained soil. It is a host plant for the spicebush swallowtail caterpillar. Since male and female selections are not commonly …
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… by Conard-Pyle, originating as a sport of the famous Peace rose, has itself become famous for its beauty and light fragrance. This hybrid tea rose has complex coloring, with golden-yellow … petals that become more rich coral-pink as they unfurl. The flowers are very large, up to 6 inches across when fully open. The foliage is dark green and glossy on shrubs that, left unpruned, will reach 4 to 6 feet in height. Black spot may be a problem. Some dieback may occur in colder climates, so …
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… is classified as early, mid-, and late. 'Tropical Bonnet' is an early season bloomer. It grows to 30 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, and then dies to the ground in the fall. Plant in full sun to part shade with eyes no more than 2 inches below the soil surface. Deer resistant. Peonies are popular garden plants, known for their stunning flowers, their cold hardiness, and the huge variety of their colors, forms, …
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… Narcissus ‘Carlton’ is in Division 2. It stands 18 to 20 inches high and blooms in mid spring. The petals are yellow with points at the tips. The … large funnel-shaped corona is a deeper yellow with an expanded mouth. It is hardy in zones 3 to 8. The bulbs are 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 …
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… Narcissus ‘Duke of Windsor’ is in Division 2 and blooms in early to mid season. It has broad white petals and a corona of apricot orange that blends to pale yellow at the rim. The corona is very shallow and very broad with a frilled, split mouth. … 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 …
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… Narcissus ‘Jenny’ is in Division 6. It blooms in early to mid season with 3 ½ inch flowers. The petals are white, separating and reflexed. The corona is cylindrical, opening yellow but maturing to white. The flower has a scent which may be considered unpleasant. The bulbs are 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 …
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… Narcissus ‘Merlin’ is in Division 3. It stands 14 - 16 inches high and blooms in mid to late season with 3 inch scented flowers. The petals are white and very broad, giving a roundish look to the flower. The corona is bright yellow with a band of orangey red at the rim. The bulbs are … 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 …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
