Growing Hardy

Growing Hardy Orchids (639 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.04 2007 on 10:13:09 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

This is a book for adventurous gardeners with an appreciation for temperate orchid species and native wildflowers. A surprising number of terrestrial orchids are hardy, some able to withstand temperatures down to minus 50°F or minus 45.5°C. Though they have a reputation for being challenging to cultivate, in truth, most hardy orchids are no more so than a rose. ...

Passiflora 'Incense' - Passion Flower (782 readers)

Contributed by amazon 24.09 2007 on 09:38:24 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Title

Very fast growing vine to 10-20 ft, sometimes longer. This variety is a hybrid between two hardy passion flower species (Passiflora incarnata and P. cinnicata), and as a result, is very hardy itself, surviving temperatures below 0 F. Vines will die back upon temperatures below 32F but will regrow from roots when the weather warms up again. Grow in full sun or part shade, keep watered throughout the growing season. Flowers begin in Spring and the vine will flower on and off for most of the Spring ...

Muscari comosum - Grape Hyacinths (649 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.09 2007 on 10:03:08 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Title

Clusters of chubby little deep cobalt blue bells grow on sturdy stems. Hardy and carefree, these fragrant charmers easily spread into thick masses. Plant them anywhere--in sun or shade--for a striking effect reminiscent of Hollands best growing fields. Blooms: Mid Spring Ideal for borders, rock gardens, naturalizing. Unusual flower spikes of rich blue-purple with delicate soft blue tops. Hardy in zones: 3-9. ...

Sisyrinchium angustifolium - Stout Blue-eyed Grass (667 readers)

Contributed by amazon 05.07 2007 on 11:41:28 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

Native prairie wildlfower, pretty common to find these plants growing wild out on the prairie. Is not really a grass, rather is a member of the Iris family. Quite an adaptable plant - have seen this growing in shady moist conditions on the edge of woods, and in very dry, hot, sunny locations in the Grasslands National Park. Grows 4 - 12 in height. Will grow in full sun or part-shade. Space 12 apart. Hardy in zones 2-9. Blooms in May and June! Excellent for the front of the border or perhaps plan ...

Actinidia chinensis - Kiwi Fruit (891 readers)

Contributed by amazon 10.09 2007 on 18:38:59 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Title

The Hardy Kiwi, are native to the mountains and hills of southwestern China where they grow wild in trees and on bushes. The Hardy Kiwi was introduced to the United Kingdom, Europe, United States, and New Zealand between 1900 to 1910 from China. Commercial plantings were made in New Zealand about 1930 and have become widespread over the last 20-30 years. ...

Hostas (915 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.03 2007 on 19:10:38 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

The definitive guide to a popular hardy perennial. The growing popularity of hostas can be credited to their colorful beauty, longevity and ability to grow successfully just about anywhere. Hosta foliage comes in astonishing variations. From blue, green, yellow to multicolored, the leaves appear in all manner of shape, size and texture. ...

Actinidia kolomikta - Kolomikta Vine, Kiwi Vine (1469 readers)

Contributed by amazon 31.05 2007 on 10:31:26 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Title

Striking, deciduous climber with pink and white splashed leaves, which give the appearance of having been dipped in paint, and fragrant, white early summer flowers. This unusual, overlapping foliage looks marvellous on a sunny, protected wall. Not apparent on younger plants, the variation is strongest on upper-most sections of the climber, with white leaf tips ageing to pink. ...

Alnus rhombifolia - Alder Shade (1068 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.05 2007 on 21:42:58 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Title

Very fast growing to 50 to 75 feet or clip to shape. Wide spreading. Very tolerant of heat and wind. Likes a very consistent source of water. Would make a good lawn tree, or planted near or around rivers or streams. Hardy to about -10 to -20°sF. ...

Pinus taeda - Loblolly Pine (2121 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.01 2008 on 12:06:05 Topic: Plants / Bonsais Match on Title

This fast growing native tree is good for quick evergreen screening. Large and impressive given time and space. Grows 10-15 in ten years. The Loblolly Pine makes an excellent bonsai! ...

Acer rubrum - Red Maple, Scarlet Maple (1184 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.05 2007 on 08:58:17 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Title

Grows to 100 ft. Dense foliage, profuse small red flowers in April. Native to eastern United States. More cold hardy than Acer platanoides (Norway maple) and faster growing. Brilliant scarlet fall color. ...

Lavandula angustifolia 'Lady' - English Lavender (952 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.06 2007 on 09:05:01 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

Lavender is a perennial evergreen shrub with narrow, silver, needlelike leaves on bushy plant up to 10 inches tall. The lavender-blue flowers appear in summer and stretch up about 6 inches higher. ...

Saponaria officinalis - Soapwort (727 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.09 2007 on 09:43:39 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

Low growing groundcover, profusion of light pink flowers throughout the summer. Easy to grow, great for spilling over rocks and walls. Traditionally used as soap. Grows 3 inches tall. Prefers sun. Hardy in zones 5-9. Easy to grow! ...

Encyclopedia of Hardy Plants (890 readers)

Contributed by amazon 20.04 2007 on 08:37:06 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

Annuals, Bulbs, Herbs, Perennials, Shrubs, Trees, Vegetables, Fruits and Nuts | Encyclopedia of Hardy Plants provides a combination of observations, expertise and master photographs. This new book is a resource that gardeners will use again and again for its thoroughness, accessibility and reliability. ...

Lavandula angustifolia 'Munstead' - English Lavender (983 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.06 2007 on 11:43:50 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

Munstead Lavender is early blooming and fragrant. The plants are compact. Grows 12-18 inches high. Plant 18 inches apart. Hardy in zones 5-9. ...

Eragrostis trichodes - Love Grass (1275 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 12:23:30 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title

Love Grass produces a heavy fibrous root system and spreads by seed and rooting at the nodes. It does especially well on sandy land, but can be used on heavier soil, also. It grows to a height of 2 to 4 feet tall. It can be found growing in the Great Plains from Illinois to Texas. It is a cold and drought tolerant perennial. ...

Nicotiana glauca - Tree Tobacco (650 readers)

Contributed by amazon 05.07 2007 on 12:01:04 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Title

Large tobacco species growing up to the size of a small tree. Bluish foliage with rubber texture. Small tubular yellow flowers, about 4 cm long. Huge plant, 3 to 4 m high. Needless to say, this plant needs a very big container. Toxic foliage containing an alkaloid similar to nicotine. Hardy to -5 Celsius. From South america. ...

Iris versicolor 'Kermesina' - American Water Iris (1015 readers)

Contributed by amazon 13.10 2007 on 10:26:37 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Title

Suitable for small pools, growing up to 2 ft. and happy in up to 4 in of water. A beautiful iris, having vivid magenta coloured flowers, marked with white. The foliage is also an added benefit as it provides a vertical interest over a long period and is suited to both formal and informal settings. They are relatively easy to grow as long as you remember that they dont like drying-out. ...

Iris versicolor - Harlequin Blue Flag Iris (1226 readers)

Contributed by amazon 12.09 2007 on 11:02:18 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Title

Suitable for small pools, growing up to 2 ft. and happy in up to 4 in of water. A beautiful iris, having true blue coloured flowers, marked with white. The foliage is also an added benefit as it provides a vertical interest over a long period and is suited to both formal and informal settings. They are relatively easy to grow as long as you remember that they dont like drying-out. ...

Juniperus horizontalis 'Andorra Variegata' - creeping juniper (1581 readers)

Contributed by havlis 02.04 2008 on 14:28:31 Topic: Plants / Conifers Match on Title

Creeping juniper is a useful and maintenance-free shrub, popular with landscapers. They are so easy to grow and need very little care. This variety has creamy-yellow varigated leaves. The branches grow upright and slightly droop at the edge of the shrub. The green branches turn violet-blue in winter. It is compact, medium to slow growing. ...

Hosta 'Stiletto' - Hosta (740 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.09 2007 on 11:07:30 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

Narrow lance shape foliage, almost grass like with a bright cream edge. A small edger hosta or rockery plant. Interesting undulating leaf formation making it look like its in motion. Ideal for edging a shady border, as a groundcover under trees, or as a patio container plant. Extremely hardy. Prefers partial to full shade, but will tolerate morning sun. Growing in a 3 pot, well rooted and established. Zone: 3-9 ...