Big-Leaf Witch Hazel is a critically imperiled species of Hamamelis . Found principally in Mississippi and reputedly in Alabama, and first noticed in 2004 by its large leaves which resemble those of the hazelnut, oval with a pointed tip. The flowers are various shades of red, scarlet, rose-pink, wine-red or maroon with one color dominant in a particular location. They open from late December to …
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This is a perennial fern with ovate, lance-shaped, sterile fronds 2 to 5 feet tall with pinnate segments surrounding much narrower erect fertile fronds. The top of each fertile frond is a mass of cinnamon-brown sporangia (equivalent to seeds in more developed plants) from which it takes its name. It grows in moist, fertile soil, along ponds where it can make a striking focal point, or in …
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Gooseneck loosestrife is a fast-spreading, softly hairy, rhizomatous, herbaceous perennial with erect stems. It bears 5-inch leaves that are ovate, pointed, lance-shaped, mid-green above, and pale green below. In mid- and late summer it bears saucer-shaped, dense, tapering white flowers stalks that are pendant before the flowers open but become upright with arching tips when the flowers are open. …
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… Here, Garden experts offer some suggestions for the small garden, whether an urban backyard or a rooftop, a border around a townhouse patio, … space is limited. "If you're planting a hedge, consider plants that are more narrow in habit. For example, Techny arborvitae ( Thuja occidentalis 'Techny') is popular, but for a small area, … botany, plant conservation, and landscape design, in formats from rare books to e-books. Visit Wednesday through Sunday, from noon to 4 p.m. To learn more about small-space gardening, …
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… flowers dry better than others, and there are conditions and techniques that can set you up for success, so I set out to learn more. Nancy Giardina, one of the Garden volunteers who made … markets this summer. Selecting flowers to dry Annuals: Annuals are a good starting point for beginners as they bloom all season long, providing ample time to harvest. Perennials: They … white and then fade back to green. Wait until they turn green again, in mid- to late July, for best results. Panicle hydrangeas dry well too. Drying tips Gather about four stems and …
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… At the top of the list of why we garden is for the joy it brings. Yes, there is the effort of physical labor, and true, some plants succumb … marginal plants requiring a special site. Examine your soil carefully. This is especially true for new homes, where much of the good topsoil might have been trucked away during construction. … break down quickly. Consult the Garden's Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 for the latest treatments. Spot-treat an area rather than the entire garden. If Japanese beetles are …
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… the famously rich Cape Floral Kingdom, Kirstenbosch has been admired by visitors to the Cape for more than 200 years. Since it was established in 1913, it has been the flagship of South … that contributed to one of the ‘magnificent seven’ botanical gardens of the world. As a base for research, environmental education, and outreach, Kirstenbosch has had a major influence on … the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, the Kew International Medal, the Le Roe Award of the Society for Conservation Biology, and many awards in his home country, South Africa, including the …
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Miss Lemon abelia is a small shrub with dainty, glossy opposite leaves that are sharply pointed. The leaves have broad margins of buttercup yellow and the twigs are reddish. Numerous pink, bell-shaped flowers appear in spring and continue sporadically during the summer. As the petals fall, the tiny coral-pink calyxes continue to provide color. The foliage becomes burgundy in late fall and …
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The slightly pointed petals of Junkyard Dog dahlia ( Dahlia 'Junkyard Dog'), which are deep pink and magenta with white streaks, are striking. 'Junkyard Dog' blooms are an amazing 7 inches across on sturdy plants that grow to 5 feet. This late-season cultivar, introduced in 2004 and classified as a novelty, doesn't come into flower until August. Dahlias are not hardy in the Chicago area and …
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