… Agaves are rosette-forming perennials growing in the desert and mountainous regions of North, Central, and South America and in the Caribbean. They bloom once at maturity, which can be anywhere from 5 to 40 years. Most …
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… Heuchera , or Alumroot, can be any of a number of species and their hybrids commonly called Coral Bells or Alumroot. Some are cultivated for showy flowers, others for striking chartreuse, amber or plum foliage, others for frosted, spotted and attractively patterned leaves. The group of species, individually and hybridized, has some of the most interesting plants for partial shade. In milder climates the …
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… to just a few places - deep canyons in the Arizona dessert where it's protected from the sun and picks up moisture from small rivulets and streams. In the garden, it's a strong vertical accent in the shade border, and with its creeping rhizomes forms a good-sized clump in a year or two. There are over 25 …
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… This clump-forming bulb grows to a height of 5 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. In May and June it has purple and lavender blooms that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It belongs in a border. …
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… LITTLE DIPPER™ procumbent cotoneaster forms a low dense carpet and produces white flowers in late spring followed by red fruit in the fall. Members of the genus … 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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… This tree grows to a height of 4 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. Its pink and white blooms in May and June attract butterflies and are followed by edible red fruit. It belongs in a hedge. …
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… New! Bungalows and Arts and Crafts-inspired houses are typically charming smaller homes found in cities and suburbs across the country. These popular style homes are appealing because they were often …
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… This fall, take a walk in the Garden and learn to identify birds in their sometimes-confusing fall plumage. Earlier bird walks will highlight warblers, vireos, and flycatchers, while later ones will feature ducks, sparrows, and hawks. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. …
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… red honey scented flowers are produced on 8 inch long flowering spikes starting in July and continuing well into September. Butterfly bushes are aptly named and their fragrance attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and honey bees from near and far. Plant in large containers or directly in the landscape in full …
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… Unearth their fascinating natural history, learn specific identification characteristics, and discover how they have evolved to rapidly grow, flower, and fruit. We will explore and reference herbarium sheets. Class will start inside and then move outdoors for a woodland …
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