… Betty Corning Italian clematis ( Clematis viticella 'Betty Corning') is a cultivar that was hybridized by Betty Corning in 1932 and carries many of the …
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… all the attractive features of the species but without the hazardous thorns. In June, the tree is covered with beautiful clusters of white flowers with a strong fragrance, or odor, depending …
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… have gone, ornamental seed pods appear, prolonging the visual impact of butterfly weed. It is native to our Illinois prairies and an outstanding sun-loving perennial for our gardens. …
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… the fruiting capsule until the next rainfall event, during which they are forcibly ejected. It is a houseplant that can spend the summer outdoors in full sun or partial shade. …
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… of no more than 2 feet with full sun and well-drained soil. Like other butterfly bushes, it is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds that are attracted to its fragrance. Also …
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… hibiscus cultivars. The plant stands 4 – 5 feet tall and blooms from mid summer until fall. It is attractive to hummingbirds while resistant to deer. …
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… 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. …
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… are dark green and lobed. At maturity it stands 4-5 feet tall and blooms in late summer. It is hardy in zones 5 -9. The name Hibiscus came from the Greek word “hibiskos” that meant …
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… Windspiel is a German word meaning wind play, and it refers to the way the wind moves the blooms of this …
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… The pollen-less flowers are a favorite of florists. The longer-than-normal flowering season is due to its day-neutral flower bud initiation—in other words, it doesn't have to wait until …
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