… 'Marchioness' is an American hybrid tree peony developed by A. P. Saunders. It grows to a height of 4 feet with full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. The outer petals are a light peach and rosy … peonies are actually small stiff-branched shrubs. They should not be cut back or pruned except for dead twigs. It blooms in May and June. It is also resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Silver Shield is version of the Australian native silver spurflower which is prized for its attractive silvery foliage. Silver Shield grows to about two to three feet tall and wide and prefers part shade and well-drained soils. Small white flowers …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… New! Got more end-of-season zucchini and squash than you know what to do with? Tired of making zucchini bread and stir fry? Tap into the varied world of zucchini and squash for new recipes to make the most of your harvest. Learn to prepare stuffed zucchini, summer squash in spiced …
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… showy flowers brighten any home with a taste of the tropics during the cold months. Native to Central and South Americas, these plants are hybrids of the Hippeastrum genus. They are fairly easy to grow, will flower the first year and, with a little effort, can reward you year after year … removed. By this time, the large, green, straplike leaves should have formed. Nourish the bulb for next year's blooming by fertilizing once a month with a dilute 10-10-10 or 20-20-20 mix. Take …
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… A large tree, the river birch grows to heights of 40 to 60 feet. When mature, it has an oval, rounded habit and is a good choice for large areas. The flowers are not very showy; brown catkins (male flowers) release their …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in the natural world, you might think of destruction and loss of wildlife. But when it comes to the North American prairie, fires are a crucial tool for native plants to thrive and to safeguard against extinction. Until now, it was unclear … “If there are no fires, then plant species disappear. When they’re no longer there, you get lower diversity. Having many species keeps it a special place and makes it nice to look at. …
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… Beautiful 5- to 9-lobed leaves emerge early. The plant grows 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread exceeding its height, and it is highly admired for its wonderful horizontal branches. Use the Japanese maple as a specimen plant. May and June …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Beautiful five-to-nine-lobed leaves emerge early. The plant grows 15 to 25 feet in height with a spread exceeding its height, and it is highly admired for its wonderful horizontal branches. Use the Japanese maple as a specimen plant. May and June …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… fluffy panicles are comprised of tiny, closely packed flowers which bloom in late spring to summer. The stems stand 20 inches high. 'Verslilac' does well in evenly moist soil in partial shade to shade where it adds a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is generally pest free and … After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are often left in place for winter interest. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The thick, fluffy panicles are comprised of tiny densely packed flowers which bloom June to July. The dark purple stems stand 18 inches high. 'Vision in Red' does well in partial shade to shade and will add a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is attractive to butterflies … After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are often left in place for winter interest. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
