… Cannas can be described in three words: big, bold, and beautiful. Water canna ‘Intrigue’ lives up to those standards. It can reach 10 feet, produces showy orchid-like salmon blooms from July to August, and has burgundy lance-shaped leaves resembling those of the banana plant. It is versatile as … area; the bulbs should be dug up in the fall, stored in a cool dry place during the winter, and replanted in the spring after all threat of frost has passed. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… Cannas can be described in three words: big, bold, and beautiful. Water canna ‘Ra’ —a reference to the Egyptian sun god—lives up to those standards. It can reach 5 feet tall, produces striking yellow blooms from summer through fall, and has green lance-shaped leaves resembling those of a banana plant. It is versatile as well. … area; the bulbs should be dug up in the fall, stored in a cool dry place during the winter, and replanted in the spring after all threat of frost has passed. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… that retains its leaves in winter, although they lie flat on the ground to protect the crown and rootball through the winter. The fronds can be cut back in spring to encourage new growth. This fern grows best in part shade with moist well-mulched soils and grows to about 3 feet high and wide. Deer are not attracted to this fern so it is a good choice in areas where deer are a …
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… by the silvery white scale-like hairs on its leaves. The distinctive way its foliage twists and curls adds to this plant's appeal. Dyckias are survivors. This one is native to the highlands … can shrivel the leaf tips. It'll be fine in light shade as well. Water it regularly in spring and summer, but keep it on the dry side in winter, and bring it indoors when temperatures begin to drop in the fall. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… has large, yellow-green, spider flowers but no fragrance. The blooms appear in mid-season and stay open for 16 hours or more. In milder climates the foliage is green all year round. 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 is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Kindly Light has been awarded the Harris Olson Spider …
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… twisted petals. It makes a lovely addition to any garden. The flowers are large, measuring 6”, and appear in mid season. They are delightfully fragrant. Each flower lasts only one day, but 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.Lady Fingers has been awarded the Harris Olson Spider …
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… forms a large mound of medium blue green leaves. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy-to-grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars …
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… is a miniature hosta with medium green foliage. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta …
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… hosta featuring golden leaves with rippled margins. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta …
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… Starting in midsummer and continuing through fall, Hydrangea paniculata ‘Brussels Lace’ panicle hydrangea has branch … the smaller garden or where space is limited. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and in moist soil. Pruning can be done in early spring since it blooms on new wood. It is insect and disease-resistant, but young plants need protection from rabbits. Archived Copy: This content …
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