… From May to June, it produces 5-inch flowers that emerge light yellow with green central bars and gradually fade to creamy white as they mature. Smaller flowers bloom again from August to September. Plant Guernsey Cream in full sun to partial shade, and prune it in late winter or early spring. Remove the dead stems, and cut the remaining shoots back to 6 to 9 inches above a couple of well-developed buds. …
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… in late spring. The stems grow to 24 inches tall. Europa does well in partial shade to shade and will add a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds, while it is resistant to rabbits and deer. After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are often left in …
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… Purple hybrid catalpa, a tree that grows to 50 feet tall and wide, has some very distinctive characteristics. In spring, deep purple foliage appears, … to lime green. In mid-late summer, 8- to 10-inch orchid-like white flowers marked with brown and yellow appear. Perhaps the most distinctive feature of purple hybrid catalpa is its … the Indian bean. It is a low-maintenance deciduous tree that grows in part to full sun and attracts birds. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no …
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… in height. Plant 'Intenz' after the danger of frost has passed in sunny, well-drained soil, and water it until the root system becomes established. This cultivar flowers continuously from … millet-like seeds. Wheat celosias are more petite versions of their cousins, plumed celosia and cockscomb. The species is in the amaranth family and is native to tropical Asia. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, …
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… are produced from July to September on this daisy-like perennial that thrives in full sun and moisture-retentive soil. The numerous rays florets are held horizontally on sturdy stems atop … plants. The bristly "cone" in the center is dull orange. It was bred in the Netherlands and released in 2012. Protection from rabbits is recommended until the new plants are well-established in the garden. This echinacea is attractive to butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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… daylily is a mango apricot blend with a green throat. The blooms are large, measuring 6 inches and appear in mid season. They have a delightful fragrance. This is a lovely addition to any garden. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each stalk and there are several stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February …
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… daylily has pink blooms which appear late in the season. The flowers are 4 ½ inches across and the foliage is unusually low for a daylily, only 12 inches high. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each stalk and several stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It may re-bloom. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February …
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… Hibiscus moscheutos 'Sweet Caroline' has pink flowers with darker veins and a dark red eye. The flowers are 6-8” across with slightly ruffled overlapping and petals. At maturity, the plant stands 4-5 ft tall and blooms from mid summer to fall. It is hardy in zones 5 - 9. It is attractive to hummingbirds …
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… of hardy hibiscus which stands only 2-3 ft high. The flowers are white with dark red centers and a pink blush at the edges. It blooms from mid summer to fall and is attractive to hummingbirds and bees while resistant to deer. The name Hibiscus came from the Greek word “hibiskos” that …
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… Hibiscus moscheutos 'Snowflame' has giant bicolored red and white flowers with pink streaks. The huge flowers are 10 to 12 inches across and are often called dinner plates. 'Snowflame' stands 3-5 ft tall and blooms from mid summer to fall. It is attractive to hummingbirds while resistant to deer. The …
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