… Low serviceberry takes its common name from its short stature and suckering, colonizing nature. It is native to Vermont. Members of the genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- small … pinkish) in spring, edible berries in early summer, attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry …
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… Garden serviceberry is a European native shrub that features the classic serviceberry characteristics of white blooms in spring, bird-friendly blue-black berries in early summer, and attractive fall color. Members of the genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- … pinkish) in spring, edible berries in early summer, attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry …
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… The Streib's Findling bearberry cotoneaster is differentiated from other similar cultivars due to its matte blue-green foliage. This cultivar … are characterized by a stiff, dense branching structure; small, glossy leaves of fine texture, and abundant fruit in the form of small pomes, which are generally in shades of red/orange but may also be cream or black and may persist into winter. Generally unfussy about soil pH, cotoneasters are reliable and …
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… derives its common name from its soft pinkish-white blooms. This medium sized shrub is native to China. Members of the genus Cotoneaster are characterized by a stiff, dense branching structure, small, glossy leaves of fine texture, and abundant fruit in the form of small pomes, which are generally in shades of red/orange but may also be cream or black and may persist into winter. Generally unfussy about soil pH, cotoneasters are reliable and …
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… Both the soft pink, very double roses and the light myrrh fragrance are a delight for any rose lover. But QUEEN OF SWEDEN™ has two additional characteristics to endear it to gardeners. The flowers are carried upright and the stems have few thorns, making it particularly well-suited for cutting, And its excellent … makes it a good choice for hedges and larger landscaping groups. Rose breeder David Austin is famous for bringing together the shapes and scents of old-fashioned roses with the repeat …
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… ‘Ice Storm’ is a hybrid tree peony with snowy white slightly recurved petals and a boss of golden yellow stamens. Plant in full sun, moderately fertile soils and do not disturb once planted - they dislike transplanting. This cultivar was bred by Sir Peter …
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… Squaw beebalm grows to about 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide and bears fragrant bright red flowers in the summer months. In an evaluation of beebalms … of flowers bloom in midsummer, and removing faded flowers will extend flowering. Beebalm is great for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. It's easy to grow and …
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… SUGAR PLUM FAIRY® hybrid lilac has a rounded compact form and bears fragrant soft pink clusters of blooms in spring. Members of the genus Syringa , commonly known as lilacs, are shrubs or small trees prized for their showy and fragrant blooms in late spring. The individual flowers are tubular in form and are borne in … Lilacs begin to set buds for the following year shortly after they finish blooming; if pruning is desired, it should be done immediately after flowering to maintain flower production the next …
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… This delicious culinary plant, being grown in the Chicago area for restaurants, is floriferous with a long blooming period. Flowers can be dried like many other Allium species. …
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… reach a height of ½ feet. It blooms in summer with airy umbels of white florets. Its foliage is also edible. It prefers moist, well-drained loams in partial shade. Alliums are deer resistant. …
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