… Lilium ‘Hantsing’ is a Martagon Lily with deep scarlet red unspotted flowers in mid summer. It stands 4 feet high … backward, giving the flowers a Turks caps shape. Typical of the Martagon lilies, Hantsing does best in partial shade. The unsurpassed grace and beauty of this lily makes it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies love full sun, but will do well in partial shade. They tolerate hot summer …
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… 'Baby Betsy McCall' was introduced over 50 years ago, and it's still considered one of the best micro-miniature roses. The charming little pink rosettes each have about 20 petals and bloom … from early June into autumn. And yes, they're fragrant. Micro-minature roses are not to be confused with the minis you sometimes see in grocery stores. Generally, those plants aren't … soil, and regular fertilization. Note: if you're growing them in containers, regular watering is even more important. and you'll need to repot them about every three years. …
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… flaring at the tips. The petals are white, with a broad green stripe. Because of the shape, it is classed as a lily-flowered tulip, but the green stripe also qualifies it to be a viridiflora tulip. This class of tulips does not typically naturalize well in the Chicago … due to heavy soils that hold too much water during the dormant season (mid- to late summer). Best results at naturalization typically are obtained in gardens with sandy soils, where the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in white with a purple eye. Plant in well drained moisture retentive soils in full sun for best foliage color and growth. Dig tubers in fall after first frost has knocked the foliage off …
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… The Spartan apple is crunchy and sweet. It is recommended for eating fresh or for juice, but is not a good keeper. … and in quantity as a crop, they can also be grown in the home garden. Special attention to pollination, disease/pest vigilance, and pruning may be required for the trees to thrive and … tree for the home garden that is smaller than its commercial counterpart. Apple trees produce best fruiting when they are between 10 and 30 years of age. …
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… The SEPTEMBER WONDER® Fuji apple is an earlier ripening cultivar with the Fuji apple flavor, which makes it possible to grow in areas that might otherwise be too cold. It is notable for a sweet taste and crisp … tree for the home garden that is smaller than its commercial counterpart. Apple trees produce best fruiting when they are between 10 and 30 years of age. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Winesap apple has sweet, crisp flesh and is considered good for eating fresh, baking, or making cider. It is reported to keep very well in cold storage. The difference between apples and crabapples is the size of … tree for the home garden that is smaller than its commercial counterpart. Apple trees produce best fruiting when they are between 10 and 30 years of age. …
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… are intimidated by growing roses, and the idea of incorporating ecofriendly techniques is just another thorn in their sides. Nothing could be further from the truth! Rose care requires … techniques, and are healthier for your garden. The Basics The dirt on roses. The first step to ensuring gorgeous roses is making sure your soil is healthy. You can arrange to have your soil … leaves as well, which are often sources for reinfection. Consider composting: no need to buy compost when you can make your own! You can add the fallen rose leaves to your compost pile, …
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… The red buds of CENTURION® crabapple open to rose-red flowers. The glossy red fruit that form in the fall persist into winter. This cultivar is rated highly resistant to disease by the University of Illinois Extension. The difference … tree for the home garden that is smaller than its commercial counterpart. Apple trees produce best fruiting when they are between 10 and 30 years of age. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… New! Learn the proper methods to grow a living plant arrangement in a water-filled vase, including which plants do best growing in water and how to care for them to keep them happy and healthy for a long time. Adding unique elements and …
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