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  • … Densely packed green to dark green needles on layered fans are featured on this very slow growing hardy evergreen reaching 8' high by 3' wide in 10 years. An irregular upright growth habit adds to it's architectural qualities. Plant in a sunny location in moist well drained soils. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … on this nonhardy mum. Plant this mum in full sun andn as early in the season as possible to permit the root system to become well-established before the plant comes into bloom for a prolonged flower display. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … lime green leaves tipped in purple-lavender and keeps it's colorful leaves best in bright to full sunlight. A rosette of leaves forms a water tight 'cup' in the center of the plant to supply moisture in between rains. Not hardy in the Chicago area. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Mock Orange has green and white leaves and bears strongly scented white flowers in late spring to early summer. This mock orange grows to about eight feet in height and width with rounded but open form. It prefers a sunny spot with …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … non-hardy groundcover for annual beds, containers and seasonal displays. The small white to green flowers in early summer are inconspicuous but the stems often bronze to contrast with the deep green leaves. Plant in sunny locations for best results. …
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  • … Golden yellow petals proliferate to create a fully doubled flower (and hide the dark central cone) on this selection of native … Plant in full sun in moderately drained fertile soils and avoid heavy fertilizer applications to keep the plants from lodging (falling over) in windy conditions. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Creamy white powder puff flowers are held close to the stem surrounded by finely dissected leaves. The leaves respond readily to changes in light and will close up on cloudy days or in shaded environments. Grow in full sun …
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  • … full direct sun per day. Evening primroses that are planted too closely together may also fail to bloom properly; therefore, it will be necessary to divide the plants. …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … any vegetables I can plant in September that can be harvested in fall? A. If you would like to plant vegetable seeds in September, you can safely try lettuces, radishes or spinach. If you choose to plant vegetable transplants, you might try cauliflower, kale, kohlrabi or peas. …
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  • … dissected leaves provide ornamental interest throughout the year. Plant in full sun, average to well drained soils and provide only enough water to keep the foliage from wilting during dry periods. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant