… for a trellis will have an opportunity to practice their pruning skills. The genus Campsis is derived from the Greek term kampsis , meaning "bending," because the stamens are curved. This genus contains only two species; the second is native to China and has a long history of medicinal use. Related species in the same genus … the species seen today. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… you know you can grow kiwis right in your own back yard? The fruit of 'Jumbo' hardy kiwi vine is a cousin of the familiar grocery store kiwis. The berries have the same sweet-and-citrus … weigh up to an ounce each, making each one a two-bite snack. There's more good news. 'Jumbo' is hardy to -25, so you can be confident Chicago winters won't faze it. And it's happy in full …
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… are called the "bee." This cultivar produces tightly packed, dark blue flowers with a bee that is almost black. It will reach about 30 inches in height, prefers full sun or light shade, and needs well-drained soil that is not allowed to dry out. Cultivated delphiniums require regular fertilizing and dead-heading, … are also called larkspurs. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… YUKI SNOWFLAKE™ is a miniature deutzia (24" tall) notable for its abundant small white bell-like flowers as well as its small stature. It also features burgundy fall foliage. This cultivar is the most widely planted deutzia at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The genus Deutzia consists of … and more than 300 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… its trade name because its abundant soft pinkish white flowers resemble cherry blossoms. It is a miniature shrub with an arching habit that may take root where the stems touch the ground. Fall foliage is purple bronze. The genus Deutzia consists of medium sized flowering shrubs native to Asia, … and more than 300 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Korean deutzia is known for the unusual texture of its first year wood. Cluster of small white flowers appear in May/June; foliage is dark green in summer. The genus Deutzia consists of medium sized flowering shrubs native to … and more than 300 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Cotinus obovatus , commonly called American smoketree, is a small, deciduous, rounded, Missouri native tree or large, upright shrub that typically grows … purple, producing some of the best fall color of any native American trees and shrubs. It is not subject to serious insect or disease problems, but it can be susceptible to leaf spots, rust, and wilt. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Tom Thumb creeping cotoneaster is a dwarf form with a spreading habit. Pink buds open to white flowers in May and June. This is considered the same plant as Cotoneaster adpressus 'Little Gem.' Members of the genus … 2,500 individual plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Little Gem creeping cotoneaster is a dwarf form with a spreading habit. Pink buds open to white flowers in May and June. This is considered the same plant as Cotoneaster apiculatus 'Tom Thumb.' Members of the genus … 2,500 individual plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Colocasia esculenta ‘Black Magic’ is grown for its intensely dark colored large elephant ears. The flowers, produced in winter, are … are grown along streams where the temperatures remain between 70 and 80 degrees F and rainfall is in excess of 100” per year. The roots are eaten boiled, baked or roasted. Wear gloves when … in sensitive individuals. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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