… the tip. The corona is ivory white and has a rim that flares outward. 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 own reflection. When he …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Easy-to-grow Shasta daisies are one of the most popular of all perennials. Named for California's Mount Shasta, these daisies were first hybridized by American botanist Luther … 'Snowcap') is short and compact with a uniform size, and it blooms abundantly from late spring to midsummer. Plant 'Snowcap' in full sun with good drainage in beds or borders, where it will …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… contrast beautifully with the dark burgundy foliage of this dwarf form of a small shrub native to eastern and central North American. It originated as a cross including Diablo®, which provided the burgundy foliage and a dwarf form of the species. Full to partial sun and average soils are among the few requirements needed for success with this 4-foot tall deciduous shrub. The early frosts of fall bring out reddish …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… family) that produces spikes of green flowers in late summer. This cultivar was named to honor the home town of We-Du Nursery in South Carolina where this sterile cultivar was created. Plant in shade or woodland gardens for the textural effects of the deeply divided green leaves that resemble jack-in-the-pulpit. One … hardy aroids that hold their foliage all summer long. Rabbits and deer avoid this species due to the presence of toxic chemicals in the sap. These chemicals can also cause dermatitis in …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Jacob's ladder is a biblical name for a heavenly plant. It grows up to 2' in height with attractive foliage, divided, with 19 to 27 leaflets per leaf. Drooping dainty blue flowers hover over the plant in early summer. This …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… of the species. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… name -- downy. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in 1979. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
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… that in mind, we’ve gathered a few stories about how orchids will do just about anything to attract a pollinator…along with a few soundtrack suggestions. A spray of Brassia rex … flower’s bucket, where you’ll have to swim to the exit—picking up the flower’s pollen on your way out. On the plus side: you’ll smell great to that female bee when you finally find her! … (Check out more on orchids fooling mating bees with this famous video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-h8I3cqpgnA .) Oncidium Sharry Baby ‘Sweet Fragrance’ has dancing skirts and …
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… from Brassovola , Cattleya , Laelia , and Sophronitis . These varieties seem well suited for home culture, due to hybridization and their small size. It can easily be imagined that a combination of desirable … partial sun in an eastern or western exposure, and high humidity. They are susceptible to root rot, so make sure to allow the potting medium to almost completely dry between waterings. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
