… Japanese Cornel dogwood ( Cornus officianalis ) is a separate dogwood species from Cornelian cherry dogwood ( Cornus mas ), but shares many of … -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native to cooler temperate areas of North America and Asia. The genus includes 45-60 species, divided …
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… In late August and early September, this bushy cultivar of clematis is covered with hundreds of small white flowers edged in lavender or blue. Like most clematis, … shade. Moderately moist, well drained soils are ideal. In the Chicago area it can be cut close to the ground in late fall, and it will regrow to a bush 6 feet in height and width by the end of the following summer. This cultivar was …
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… Aladdin's Sun Asiatic upfacing hybrid lily ( Lilium 'Aladdin's Sun') is a cross between a longiflorum (Easter lily type) and Asiatic (garden lily type) displaying … plant these bulbs in fertile, well-drained soils that have not grown lilies in recent history (to avoid spreading diseases to new plants). Lilies, unfortunately, are considered delicacies by rabbits and deer, and caging …
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… The cultivar Orville Fay is a violet-blue with a yellow and white blaze and dark veins. It stands 36 inches high with large 5-inch flowers in early to mid season, while the thin, grass-like foliage remains a highlight throughout the summer. In … adaptation of the iris flower. The name iris was taken from the Greek goddess of the rainbow to symbolize the many colors of this flower. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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… 'Teal Velvet' is a rich deep purple. The falls have a distinctive white center with purple veins flowing outward. It stands 33 inches high and blooms in early to mid season. In 1983 it was awarded Honorable Mention by the American Iris Society and in 1985 … adaptation of the iris flower. The name Iris was taken from the Greek goddess of the rainbow to symbolize the many colors of this flower. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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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. …
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… Ajuga reptans 'Burgundy Glow', common bugleweed, is a creeping rhizomatous evergreen spreading rapidly by stolons. It has spoon-shaped, … tri-colored leaves suffused with deep wine-red. Dark blue flowers are borne in whorls up to 6 inches tall in late spring. Burgundy Glow is a colorful ground cover that will brighten up shady areas. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… Carex radiata is perennial sedge common throughout Illinois, where it is found in woodlands and ravines. It prefers dappled sunlight to medium shade, moist conditions, and a rich loamy soil with abundant organic matter. The light …
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… Bigleaf Goldenray ‘Woerlitzer’s Gold’ is a rounded perennial that grows to a maximum height of 3 feet. It requires full sun, partial or … early fall it produces yellow and orange flowers that attract birds and butterflies.The plant is most useful in a border. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is …
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… Geum ‘Citronge’ is a member of the Cocktail™ series bred by Brent Horvath of Intrinsic Perennial Gardens. It … April and May with yellowish orange flowers that have overlapping petals. Plant it in full sun to partial shade. It is hardy in zones 4- 8. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no …
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