… moth that appears just for a day or two on the side of my house at this time of year? And is it harmful? A. It is probably a Cecropia moth seeking a mate. These moths are a quite distinctive dark …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. What is the difference between a systemic insecticide and one you spray directly on the plant? A. … directly to plant foliage, they function in different ways. The systemic chemical solution is absorbed by the plant's vascular system and circulated so that the entire plant contains the …
Type: Plant Info
… of a seashell and secure moss and a Tillandsia to the inside of the shell. Care for air plants is easy. Mist the leaves with water and an occasional diluted fertilizer, maintain at average home temperatures, and place in a bright spot away from direct sunlight. Repotting is not usually necessary. …
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… Required When you think of photography and gardens, the first person who should come to mind is Saxon Holt, a national award-winning photographer. With more than five books and tons of newspaper, magazine, and other articles, Saxon is a leader in his field. He began his career as a commercial photographer with a lifelong …
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… Phalaenopsis A Phalaenopsis , or moth orchid, is called the “gateway orchid” for beginning collectors: it requires very little care, and yields … for repotting a Phalaeanopsis orchid. Paphiopedilum A Paphiopedilum , or lady slipper orchid, is another popular orchid with collectors: it prefers high humidity and indirect light, faring …
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… It's native to open forests and creek banks from Illinois to as far south as Alabama. Aconitum is commonly known as monkshood because the upper sepal of each flower resembles the hoods of medieval monks. It attracts a variety of butterflies and moths, and is the primary food source for Old World bees. Another common name, wolfbane, refers to the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 'DTR102' is a hybrid of silver maple and red maple that has combined the best characteristics of both … Road from Dixon Prairie in the south to the bridge/weir at the north end of the Garden). Fall is the perfect time to use the pedestrian paths near the West Road to enjoy these and many other …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… A native of the Himalayas, Aconitum ferox is known as blue aconite in India. In fact, the blue of its bloom is so rich that it's said to have turned the Indian god Shiva blue. As a high altitude mountain …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… sweeter, with smooth, edible skins. If you don't want to eat the berries, the birds will. This is a very vigorous vine, growing 15 to 20 feet in a season. Planting in infertile soil will slow … you can keep it under control, but do provide strong support...the vines are heavy. This vine is dioecious, meaning you need a male and a female for fruiting. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Hardy kiwi vine 'Dumbarton Oaks' is female, and that's important to know if you want to grow it for the fruit as well as the … fall with deliciously sweet, smooth-skinned fruit about the size of a grape. 'Dumbarton Oaks' is cultivar that was discovered in an old public garden in the D.C. area. It's hardy to -25, so …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
