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  • … Pink Truffles baptisia is a hybrid cultivar that features soft pink blooms, an unusual color for the genus. It is also known for its short, compact habit. This cultivar is part of the … Hans Hansen. Members of the genus Baptisia are commonly known as wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the … are followed in the fall by dark pods. Overall habits of the plant are broad-rounded mounds to vase-shaped and range in height from two to five feet. Baptisia are considered easy-to-grow, …
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  • … Valley') is a small, bright-orange-flowered orchid of the Epidendrum genus with a yellow blush to the lip. Tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions, epidendrum orchids can be found in … well as steamy jungles or cloud forests. All reed stem epidendrums need bright light, however, for strong, sturdy growth and maximum flower production. The orchid family consists of a large … 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 …
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  • … in height. Full sun, warm but not hot temperatures, humidity, and well-drained soil are key to a homeowner's success with this plant. The size makes this orchid ideal for windowsills. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique … 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 …
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  • … This golden willow tree loves water and is usually grown in damp areas for the bright golden yellow stems that are visible in the winter time. The Basford golden willow … of about fifty feet although it is usually coppiced (cut back every year in later winter) to maintain a height of around eight to ten feet. The new growth is bright red and the flowers are bright yellow. In the winter, after …
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  • … the rich history of photography, almost every famous photographer, from Karl Blossfelt to Edward Weston and Yasuhiro Ishimoto, made images of flowers and plants. We will explore this … natural and additive light sources. We will learn some of the techniques that are particular to this genre of photography and will use scrims, flash units, light modifiers, and of course, our cameras to make our images. This class is for intermediate/advanced photographers. The School’s CEUs=15 hours.  FPC elective, master track …
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  • … plants produced no fruit, and the flowers on my pumpkin plants dropped off. Any suggestions for next year? A. If weather is unusually rainy or cold or bee activity is limited due to improper timing of insecticides, pollination will not occur. Additionally, plants in extreme stress (due to very high temperatures, prolonged drought or other conditions) will abort developing fruit by …
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  • … and family musician who combines smart lyrics with catchy, rocking songs that appeal to kids and adults alike. The music actively engages kids, encouraging them to sing along, dance and play—even make good choices. What adults like is the stellar songwriting as well as the humor that’s sometimes just for them. Istvan plays his fun and clever tunes solo, with the help of his daughter Evie, or …
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  • … Salvia-guaranitica Plant blue anise sage and you’re certain to attract winged wonders to your garden from summer through fall. “Blue anise sage is a favorite of mine, mainly because it’s a favorite nectar supply for hummingbirds and butterflies,” said Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist.  Various cultivars …
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  • … Sweet abelia is a Korean native shrub with pink buds opening to tubular white blooms in late spring or early summer. The flowers are tubular, with five flaring petals that start with red buds that open to white. It is prized for its fragrance and may be used as a hedge. Glossy opposite leaves and loose arching stems make …
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  • … sit as flat clusters atop upright stems held well above its dense, fern-like foliage. Easy to grow in a variety of well-drained soils ranging from clay to loam to sand, yarrow creates vibrant contrast when grown with rich purple flowers such as sage or Siberian iris. Anthea yarrow is the perfect plant for the suburban border garden. It is naturally deer and rabbit resistant and is tolerant of …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant