… words. Flowering stems need the cooler temperatures found in basements in winter in order to elongate properly. …
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… This deer-resistant needled evergreen is native to Japan, Korea, and China. It prefers shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is called plum yew …
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… in spring. A dainty and profuse bloomer, this early spring-flowering bellflower is native to Yugoslavia. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… just above the dark 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 …
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… flowers that are lightly fragrant. It reaches a height of about 2 feet and blooms in mid- to late spring. Narcissus should be planted in average, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial …
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… all with a prominent green marking. Like other snowdrops it is sweetly fragrant and resistant to predation from deer, rabbits, voles, etc. The chemicals in the sap and flowers that ensure …
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… a surprise. This wild geranium, a native of our woodland forests, is one of the easier species to grow in a shade garden. A native plant that naturalizes well. …
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… a very sunny location, exceptionally well drained soils, and little if any water in winter (to avoid root rot). The bright red fruits are edible and a favorite of birds. …
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… It prefers full or partial sun in average, well-drained soil. Provide good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew. …
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… this cultivar can be used as a ground cover, and it is particularly effective if allowed to cascade over retaining walls. Like all hemlocks, it prefers acidic, sandy soil and protection …
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