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  • … This hardy waterlily produces 6- to 8-inch rich pink flowers that are fragrant and float on the surface of the water. It was named … the end of a long lax stem floating just above the water surface. In the center of each flower is a cluster of showy stamens. Waterlilies have been cultivated since at least 2000 B.C. and are … hardy hybrids, tropical day-blooming, and tropical night-blooming. Waterlilies need full sun to flower and must be anchored in mud as they are not free floating. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … this vine growing in the outfield. It's also the ivy of the Ivy League. Fenway Park Boston ivy is a fast-growing deciduous vine of the grape family from eastern Asia. It has deeply toothed,  … in shady locations. It has excellent fall color. The vine climbs by attaching adhesive disks to surfaces but these disks are very damaging to wooden surfaces, shingles and masonry and tuck-pointing. The leaves often drop off before the …
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  • … Cottonwood is a tree people love to hate. This fast-growing poplar grows throughout North America, except in … will find that the buds are sticky. In autumn, the leaves turn a blotchy yellow and are quick to drop. Seedless cultivars are available. …
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  • … blooming, they continue in waves until frost. In spring, every branch of SONIC BLOOM® Pink is covered in bright pink flowers. Rebloom isn't as strong as the initial flush, but you still … hummingbirds love <em>Weigela</em>, and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • Is drought tolerant after established …
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  • … Hydrangea macrophylla is a deciduous shrub that grows 3-6’ tall and wide. It features dark green leaves and large … lace cap or mophead in structure. Now available after being ignored for many years, ‘Nigra’ is an unusually large shrub that can reach 6’ tall. It features purplish black branches and pale …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … bicolored flowers are set against darker colored bracts on this nonhardy salvia, which is typically used as a bedding plant in Chicago area gardens. Well-branched and compact, this heat and humidity tolerant Salvia cultivar is a great selection for gardeners looking for 'easy keepers' for their annual display. The …
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  • … wide) that blooms with fine-petaled raspberry-pink flowers from late summer into fall. It is tolerant of wet conditions and is mildew resistant. Pinch back until 4th of July. This will produce denser and more compact …
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  • … <p>'Sunago fu' means sand-dusted. This is represented when the leaves develop a profusion of greenish spots sprinkled all over the … In spring and early summer the leaves are rich orange-red with green venation; in fall there is a dramatic show of intense colors. 'Iijima sunago' was recorded in the ( Sekihin)   Kaede …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … colored pencil, watercolor, pastel) with emphasis placed on achieving accurate studies leading to finished work featuring uncommon plants. Topics covered will include the value of plein air … managing the challenges presented by drawing plants in the field. Previous drawing experience is strongly recommended, but students will work at their individual level, with instructor …
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