… its name from the undersides of the leaves which are noticeably hairy. This plant is native to rocky outcrops in the south-eastern parts of the US. Hairy mock orange grows to about twelve feet in height and about nine feet in width with a rounded yet open growth habit. In the late spring or early summer it bears scented white flowers that are attractive to pollinators. Because of its size, this shrub makes an excellent screen or hedge. It prefers a …
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… Monte Cassino Aster is covered in white daisy-like flowers in late fall on mounded plants to 3 feet in height with whispy leaves. A native to North America, it, like all of the other species formerly included in the genus Aster, have been moved to other genera based upon the results of DNA analysis. Plant in full sun in average soil and …
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… This vine will grow to a height of 12 feet with a 6-foot spread. It blooms from July through September with deep pink, tulip-shaped flowers. Its roots need to be kept cool and evenly moist; the top of the plant needs full sun or partial shade. It … soil. Since it blooms on new wood, it can be cut back in late winter or early spring to manage growth. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
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… Pink anemone clematis is a vigorous deciduous climber that grows 25 to 30 feet and produces small, pale pink, 2-inch flowers in late spring to early summer. As a member of pruning group 1, it should be pruned immediately after flowering by removing some of the older stems. Pink anemone clematis is hardy to USDA Zones 7-9 and is not reliable in very cold areas. It grows well along a wall or fence or …
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… through April on nodding clerodendrum ( Clerodendrum nutans ), a large, non-hardy shrub native to the Himalayan mountains. Grow this plant in a sunny, frost-free location, and keep the soil … of this plant is derived from the Greek kleros (chance or fate) and dendron (tree), thought to be a reference to its inconsistent results when used as a medical remedy by early Greek culture. Archived Copy: …
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… The Miraguama palm is native to the dry inland savannas of Cuba. It has striking deeply-cut circular leaves (palmate) which are dark green on the upper side and silvery green underneath. The leaflets appear to be pleated, an appearance which is enhanced by this difference in color. The Miraguama palm grows to about 30 feet tall in suitable conditions. This palm is not hardy in Chicago and must be …
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… bracts with green tips and are produced in branched umbels continuously from late June up to the first hard frost. This plant attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds to the garden, but deer and rabbits don't like the taste of the leaves or flowers. Plant 'Star of Billion' in full sun and in average soil, and water enough to establish the root system and thereafter during droughts. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… leaves marked with dark green and silver-white. It blooms in colors ranging from white to reddish-pink to purple in late winter/early spring. Cyclamen coum clumps go dormant in the summer and prefer to be very dry during this rest period. This can be accomplished by planting them under the …
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… panicles of creamy yellow flowers. The foliage emerges with coppery highlights before maturing to green. In the fall, the leaves turn a bright red. The fruits contain tannic acid which is poisonous to humans as are the leaves. It is hardy to Zone 4 and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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… of the candelabra like flowering stalks that gently curve as they age. Full sun with plenty to room to grow as it reaches mature size. Outdoors it is hardy to about 20 degree F in dry climates. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February …
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