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Calochortus: Mariposas and Their Relatives

Sambucus nigra 'Black Beauty' - European elder (384 readers)

Contributed by havlis 02.05 2008 on 09:19:05 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Aren’t the breeders krafty, I often say to myself. Take European elder, for instance. This omnipresent shrub grows anywhere, without any maintenance and the more you prune it the thicker it gets. Well, what a promising start for cultivation, someone said. And here we are! So forget this common weed of our countryside and dive in the world of SAMBUCUS, the world of colours, shapes and sizes that, with 10 different varieties, could well do for one complete garden. ...

Success with Sun-Loving Plants (242 readers)

Contributed by amazon 20.04 2008 on 21:47:30 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

As gardeners become increasingly concerned with both drought and water conservation, plants that love the sun are an attractive option. From white flowering hawthorns to richly scented wisteria, they come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, with endless potential for producing stunning planting schemes. You’ll find success with this vividly illustrated volume, which shows how to select the best sun-friendly varieties and plant them with confidence—whatever your experience. ...

Syringa vulgaris 'Primrose' - common lilac (332 readers)

Contributed by havlis 20.04 2008 on 21:08:03 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Title

Lilacs are famous shrubs with showy flowers from May to June. Rich and dense upright panicles of tiny fragrant flowers last for 3-4 weeks. Variety Primrose has yellow-green buds and light creamy yellow flowers. Stiff leaves are heart-shaped, upto 10 cm long, mid to dark green. ...

Gardening with Good Bugs (258 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.04 2008 on 09:13:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Aiding readers in distinguishing between bugs that are beneficial to a garden’s health and those that are harmful and disruptive, this guidebook will help gardeners reduce and eliminate insects without using chemical pesticides. With expert horticulture tips—from cultivating plants that attract helpful bugs to discovering common cures that ward off destructive insects—this resource teaches how to use nature to nurture a garden. Detailed illustrations on dozens of the most common bugs provide gar ...

The Informed Gardener (228 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.04 2008 on 09:11:07 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

In this introduction to sustainable landscaping practices, Linda Chalker-Scott addresses the most common myths and misconceptions that plague home gardeners and horticultural professionals. Chalker-Scott offers invaluable advice to gardeners gardeners who have wondered: ...

Polypodium vulgare - common polypody (209 readers)

Contributed by havlis 27.03 2008 on 16:45:33 Topic: Plants / Ferns Match on Title and Article's text

Common polypody is a usual fern of mild and colder parts of Europe. It is evergreen and has about 30-40 cm long, thin stalks with mid green leaflets with rounded ends. It grows in semi-shade or shade, in woodland leafmould or epiphytically on rotting stumps or fallen tree trunks. ...

Magnolia 'Butterflies' - cucumber magnolia (889 readers)

Contributed by havlis 19.02 2008 on 08:30:51 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Another unique jewel among magnolias is this yellow flowering hybrid. It is a cross between m.denudata and m.acuminata (cucumber magnolia). It was raised by Phil Savage in Michigan, USA, in 1988 and patented three years later. ...

Dryopteris filix mas - Common Male Fern (370 readers)

Contributed by abies 15.02 2008 on 10:59:06 Topic: Plants / Ferns Match on Title and Article's text

Dryopteris filix-mas (Common Male Fern or Male Fern) is one of the most common ferns of the temperate Northern Hemisphere. It is deciduous or semi-evergreen and can grow to 1.2 metres in height and 1metre in diameter. ...

Callistemon citrinus - Lemon Bottlebrush (905 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.01 2008 on 12:53:37 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Article's text

Upright small tree or large shrub, 6-12 high by 6-8 wide. Leaves are narrow, lance shaped, and leathery, with a distinctly citrus aroma (thus the common name). Bright red, plump, bottle-brush shaped flowers composed mostly of stamens bloom off and on throughout hot weather. Bark is somewhat rough and light brown. ...

Musa 'Little Prince' - Banana (623 readers)

Contributed by amazon 21.01 2008 on 08:32:18 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Article's text

Due to the compactness of Musa Little Prince, it is ideally suited as both a houseplant and can also be used as a tropical accent in the garden and in a summer container. Little Prince is an extremely dwarf banana, selected for its compact size and thick foliage. ...

Chemistry in the Garden (498 readers)

Contributed by amazon 12.12 2007 on 09:57:03 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The aim of this book is to describe some aspects of the chemistry and chemical ecology which are found in the garden. In the garden there are numerous interactions between plants, the soil and with other organisms in which chemistry plays a central mediating role. The discussion concerns several of the chemically and ecologically interesting compounds that are produced by common ornamental garden plants and vegetables and by the predators that attack them. Many chemists are amateur gardeners and ...

Elettaria cardamomum - Cardamom (249 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.11 2007 on 11:26:23 Topic: Plants / Herbs and Spices Match on Article's text

Common Names: cardamom, Malabar cardamom, Ceylon cardamom | Family: Zingiberaceae (ginger family) | This popular ginger is native to India. The spicy seeds are very aromatic and used extensively for culinary purposes, It is the true Cardamom of commerce. As an ornamental plant It must be grown with constant warmth. ...

Taxus x media 'Hicksii' - yew tree (907 readers)

Contributed by havlis 21.11 2007 on 11:57:07 Topic: Plants / Conifers Match on Article's text

Lustrous dark green needles and red fruits make this yew a very attractive shrub, although quite common in moderate climate. “Hicksii” is a successful cross between the Irish yew tree and the regular yew tree. As a female plant, it produces red berries which are poisonous just like the whole plant. It responds very well to pruning if you want to maintain a certain shape. But even without it this evergreen can keep quite a compact, dense habit. It can grow in any type of soil, in sun or shade. ...

Swietenia macrophylla - Big Leaf Mahogany (1089 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.11 2007 on 12:32:30 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Article's text

Mahogany- Swietenia macrophylla- The national tree of Belize, mahogany has long been harvested for its valuable lumber. Known for its beautiful color, grain and durability it is often used for high end furniture. Mahogany can be found throughout southern Florida, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and western Africa. Being both beautiful and valuable mahogany is the most important export timber of tropical America. Many tropical communities are concerned about the over harvesting of mahog ...

Houseplants From A to Z (273 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 13:25:12 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

This heavily illustrated handbook shows and tells plant lovers virtually everything they need to know in order to maintain house plants that bring life and color to indoor spaces. Here are single-page profiles of approximately 200 house plants, some especially desirable for their beautiful and often unusual foliage, and others for their resplendent flowers. Each profile includes a vivid color photo, information on potting, watering, feeding, required sunlight, fertilizing, pruning, and propagati ...

Japanese Gardens (415 readers)

Contributed by amazon 09.11 2007 on 09:55:09 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Nature crafted by man The Japanese garden, like all gardens, is more than mere nature; it is nature crafted by man. It needs the hands of the designer to give it meaning. The Japanese garden belongs to the realm of architecture; at its best, it is nature as art. The phases of its history document the constant redefinition of mans position within and towards nature. Its changing forms respond both to socio-economic developments and to religious and philosophical trends, and thereby reflect the sp ...

Lagerstroemia indica 'Little Chief' - crape myrtle (644 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.11 2007 on 13:27:15 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Lagerstroemia indica Little Chief; Common Names: crape myrtle, crepe myrtle; Family: Lythraceae (loosestrife Family); The deciduous crape myrtle is among the longest blooming trees in existence with flowering periods lasting from 60-120 days. If you do not have room inside or the location for a normal Crepe Myrtle outside, then this cultivar originating out of America, is an excellent alternative. Little Chief is a dwarf form of lagerstroemia indica growing only to a height of 3 feet with shades ...

Aeschynanthus radicans - Lipstick Plant (1674 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.11 2007 on 13:20:54 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's text

Related to African violets and gloxinias, lipstick plants are members of the gesneriad family. Its easy to see the reason for their common name since the lobed red flowers emerging from a maroon sheath do resemble lipsticks in tubes. Natives of the West Indies, the plants grow as epiphytes in the wild, but theyre most comfortable in hanging baskets in the home. Blooms should come and go all year if the plant has suitable bright light and adequate water. The soil shouldnt dry out completely, but ...

Liriope muscari - lily turf (1135 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.11 2007 on 13:10:03 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Culture: Becomes established most rapidly in well worked, fertile soil, but is tolerant of much less than ideal conditions. This plant is a true survivor and will grow almost anywhere! Light: Sun to shade.; Moisture: Average.; Hardiness: USDA Zones 7-11.; Propagation: Divide clumps into whatever size you like from a few leaves to large chunks. Liriope transplants easily at any time of year. The blue-black berries easily germinate, but divisions are easier and quicker ...

Ilex aquifolium - Common Holly (1429 readers)

Contributed by abies 29.10 2007 on 08:24:49 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Title and Article's text

Common holly is a useful evergreen shrub or small tree that can be grown as a specimen tree, clipped bushes or as a hedge. If unpruned it can reach height of 15m and spread 8m. It lives on wide range of soil types - from calcerous to poor and acid but preferably dry, well-drained / light. ...