… petals surround the central mass of dark purple stamens on this sprawling vine. This cultivar is ideal for use on low arbors and arbors or can be used as a groundcover for banks and other … deter deer and rabbits. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… to a point at the tip somewhat reminiscent of fern fronds. Light shade in the heat of summer is recommended to prevent the yellow growth from sunburning. Plant this evergreen in moist well drained soils. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… the mountains of southern Europe makes an ideal component for a mixed border. Mountain bluet is free of debilitating pests and diseases in the Chicago region. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… should be done in mid-winter to avoid impacting flower production the following summer. This is a large shrub and should be planted in locations that will accommodate it's mature size. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… trumpet -shaped flowers at about the same time as the lilac bushes are blooming. Leptodermis is a dwarf, mounding, deciduous shrub from northern China that typically grows to only 12-18” … of a mixed border. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… well-drained soil, and protect from rabbits and deer. This lightly fragrant cultivar is suitable for use as a cut flower or in the landscape. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Slender, wiry stalks reach up to 18 inches tall and spread up to a foot wide. Blue flax is a pretty garden plant as well as field crop. Hundreds of tiny blue flowers, each about 3/4 … spring and early summer. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… buds open to incredibly full and fragrant pale pink flowers in spring. Centennial Blush™ is a prolific bloomer, with flower buds formed at almost every node. Its attractive green leaves … for small urban gardens. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… sun and sandy dry soils. In the heavier, damper soils found in most Chicago area gardens, it is a great addition to annual displays. Flowering starts in late spring and continues through to … hummingbirds to the garden. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… green foliage on this nonhardy perennial that flowers from midsummer up to frost. This plant is free of most pests and diseases if grown in moderately fertile soils and in full sun, with … insect pollinator) magnet. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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