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  • … Even if your community has not posted water restrictions, there are sensible guidelines to follow when watering your plants. Read on so that you and your plants can "weather" a dry … later on the list. These plants will die at the end of the season, and it does not make sense to waste valuable water on them, especially in time of restrictions. Houseplants that are … foliage never dries completely can develop mildew problems more quickly. When selecting plants for the garden, consider planting drought-tolerant annuals, perennials, and ornamental grasses, …
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  • … Often referred to as the classic corsage orchid or “the queen of flowers,” Jenman’s Cattleya orchid ( Cattleya … most distinguishing features of the species. From a single sheath, it normally produces three to five showy, dark lavender 5-inch blooms on each stem. It grows both as an epiphyte on tree … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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  • … Watch weather conditions for an appropriate window of time to spray fruit trees or large deciduous trees with dormant oil. … the following 24 hours. Avoid spraying on a windy day. Certain trees have a phototoxicity to dormant oil and should not be sprayed. A few common ones are arborvitae, beech, red maple, …
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  • … Insecticide treatment is rarely warranted. Webs may be pruned out of trees and destroyed. For additional information on fall webworms, please contact Plant Information Services at (847) …
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  • … bloom every few months, with long-lasting flowers that are more short-lived if cut. Native to India, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, the Philippines, New Guinea, southern China, and northern … light, high humidity, and good air movement. Because Vandas thrive in temperatures between 60 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit, they can be placed outdoors during Midwest summers; during winter, they … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
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  • … out from the base of the stem. Aerial roots roam free of their containers and can grow up to 2 meters long. In ideal conditions, you can expect numerous spikes with colors so bright that you may need sunglasses to look at them. The flowers are extremely showy and last well in the warm temperatures, bright, … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Orchid Wallpaper Take the Orchid Show home with you! Enjoy photos of these rare orchids to use as your personal background. Select the images you would like by clicking on them below. … 'Miami' Save Save … Take the Orchid Show home with you! Enjoy photos of these rare orchids to use as your personal background. Select the images you would like by clicking on them below. …
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