… I divide irises? A. The best time to plant and transplant rhizomatous (or self-seeding) iris is after flowering but before the end of August. Established plantings of iris should be divided … with a spade or digging fork and use a sharp knife to separate the rhizomes. Proper sanitation is important to reduce the spread of disease, so dip the knife in 10 percent bleach to water …
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… of pendulous, fragrant, white flowers that contrast with its dark, purplish foliage. This is a hybrid of the Asian species Actaea simplex and the American Actaea racemosa from a cross … when established (second year) and prefers moist, humus-rich soils in partial shade. If it is planted in full sun, it will need constant moisture. There are over 25 different species of …
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… For American gardeners, the main attraction of Actinidia polygama hardy kiwi vine is the foliage, which becomes more and more silvery over the summer. That's what earned it its … provided a male variety nearby, a bigger crop in full sun. Attention cat owners: kiwi vine is like catnip to cats, and they may harm foliage or dig at the roots.In fact, in large …
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… The titan arum ( Amorphophallus titanum ) is not really a flower; technically it’s the largest unbranched inflorescence in the world. At 6 … takes seven to ten years to gather enough energy to produce a flower. The full bloom cycle is one to two days. …
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… Asclepias tuberosa is a classic native perennial that's popular because of its rugged habit, bright flowers, and the ability to attract pollinators. 'Blonde Bombshell' is a yellow flowering clone selected from a field of Asclepias tuberosa . This variety has an …
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… after danger of the last frost has passed. Plant in full sun in moist soils. This dahlia is not significantly troubled by pests or diseases in the Chicago region. Dahlias were cultivated … Spain named the genus in honor of Andreas Dahl, a student of Carl Linnaeus. This cultivar name is slightly inaccurate, as the diocese of York has an archbishop, not a bishop. …
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… shrub in late spring. The flowers are followed by red fruit beloved by birds. Fall foliage is a colorful red orange. This cultivar is one of the most popular dogwoods in commerce. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as …
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… Aurea cornelian cherry dogwood is notable for its glossy golden foliage, which turns orange in the fall. In other respects the Aurea cultivar is typical of the species -- abundant early spring long-lived yellow flowers, red fruit in …
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