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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 ...

Tree Identification (4118 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.09 2006 on 08:36:51 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

A new method for the practical identification and recognition of trees -- and an important supplement to existing botanical methods. The book is in two parts: Pictorial Keys and Master Pages. The Keys are designed for easy visual comparison of details which look alike, narrowing the identification of a tree to one of a small group -- the family or genus ...

Bleeding Hearts, Corydalis, and Their Relatives (1284 readers)

Contributed by amazon 07.06 2008 on 07:30:10 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Members of the bleeding heart family, such as the well-known Chinese bleeding heart , have long been among the best-loved flowers of the perennial border. In recent years, however, excitement about this group has reached fever pitch with the introduction of dozens of stunning new discoveries, particularly among the genus Corydalis . ...

Hippeastrum 'Mambo' - Amaryllis (1665 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.11 2007 on 11:35:26 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

Giant Amaryllis are easy and thrilling to grow indoors, and a great gift for a child or the home bound person. Unlike many other amaryllis bulbs on the market, our large hybrid bulbs will produce two 18-24 stems, each bearing 4 or 5 huge, long lasting flowers that are over 8 inches in diameter. Start one or two bulbs into growth every 7-10 days to grace your home from holiday time until spring. ...

The Cactus Family (2386 readers)

Contributed by amazon 13.01 2007 on 14:51:27 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

Only now, at the beginning of the new millennium, is there an up-to-date, comprehensive study of the cactus family. This long-awaited, monumental work covers the Cactaceae in an encyclopedic manner, addressing 125 genera and 1810 species. The most comprehensive single resource on the subject available today, it includes more than 1000 color photographs in addition to other illustrations. ...

The Shrub Identification Book (2397 readers)

Contributed by amazon 19.05 2007 on 08:40:38 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

The Visual Method for the Practical Identification of Shrubs, Including Woody Vines and Ground Covers | The Visual Method for the Practical Identification and Recognition of Shrubs (and vines and ground covers) -- and an important supplement to existing botanical methods. ...

Hippeastrum 'La Paz' - Amaryllis (2265 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.10 2007 on 09:14:30 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

The slender, pointed upper petals are dark coral while the lower petals are greenish-white edged in dark coral. The star-shaped flower has darker midveins and a faint green throat. Cybister Amaryllis:Another new class of amaryllis, these exotic, species-type varieties are most fanciful. They are characterized by their slender, spidery flowers. Evergreen varieties, they should be grown throughout the year in good sized pots. ...

Kerria japonica 'Honshu' - Japanese rose (4718 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.09 2007 on 10:55:57 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Kerria japonica - Japanese Kerria Family: Rosaceae (Ker-ria: named for William Kerr, Kew Gardener and Collector) Kerria japonica is a hardy (Zone 5) deciduous shrub that matures at 3 to 5 feet in height. Its a dense mounded plant with numerous slender, zigzagging branches that emerge at ground level. The beauty of Kerria is found in its flowers, stems and foliage. The bright yellow flowers are noticeably reminiscent of an old fashioned rose with its 5 petals. The flowers clearly make this plant ...

Orchid Grower's Handbook (916 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.05 2008 on 13:43:17 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Orchids have evolved to become the largest family of plants in the world, and this accessible and expert book by two of the worlds leading orchid authorities provides everything you need to know to grow and display orchids successfully. ...

Aconitum cammarum 'Bicolor' - Monkshood (1732 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.06 2007 on 18:15:52 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

White flowers with irregular blue edge. Aconitum - Monks Hood; Family: Ranunculaceae; Grows best planted in partial shade, moist, cool, fertile soil. Unusual sprawling upright perennials, erect stems bear hooded flowers. Excellent for shady perennial borders and cut flowers. ...

Acanthus mollis - Bear's Breeches (4273 readers)

Contributed by amazon 22.05 2007 on 09:21:46 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Dark green, very ornamental large leaves on an herbaceous, semi-hardy plant that grows about 3 tall and upright, with slightly less spread than height. Leaves can be quite large, with deep cuts, although theres quite a bit of difference among individual leaves. In summer, makes creamy white to slightly pink or purplish flowers on dramatically tall, erect stalks above foliage, although the plants main drama is its foliage. Location ...

Corydalis quantmeyerana - Chocolate Star Plant (1712 readers)

Contributed by amazon 08.07 2007 on 09:53:30 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Chocolate Star Plant - Corydalis quantmeyerana Chocolate Star Family: Fumariaceae Unusual somewhat toothed chocolate brown folliage. Creamy white flowers Hardy in zones 5-8 Blooms June-August Height: 10-15 Prefers sun or part-shade. ...

Hippeastrum 'Lady Jane' - Amaryllis (4032 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.10 2007 on 09:52:15 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

Amaryllis Lady Jane Apricot rose with a faint stripe of white. Hollands finest strain produces more huge flowers per bulb than any other strain. The spectacular breathtaking beauty of the brilliant colors must be seen to be believed. Blooms over 8 across. ...

Tabernaemontana divaricata 'Flore Pleno' - Crepe Jasmine (3499 readers)

Contributed by amazon 09.07 2007 on 10:21:49 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Tabernaemontana divaricata Variegata Flore Plena; Common Names: Crepe Jasmine, Double Crepe Jasmine, Indian Carnation Flower, Double White Gardenia, Creme & Green Double Butterfly Jasmine; Family: Apocynaceae (dogbane family) Double Butterfly Jasmine is a beautifully shaped evergreen shrub that forms symmetrical 6 foot high mounds. The many branches tend to grow almost parallel to the ground giving the shrub an attractive horizontal aspect (the species name, divaricata means at an obtuse ang ...

Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight' - Butterfly Bush (1926 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.07 2007 on 09:08:46 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

One of the most popular cultivars. The blooms are pleasing blackish-purple color. The habit is open and the plant is strong. Typical green Buddleia leaves. AWARDS: AGM ...

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Forever Pink' - Bigleaf Hydrangea, Mophead (2267 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.07 2007 on 10:30:30 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Family: Hydrangaceae ; (Hydran-gea: Greek for water-vessel, from shape of capsules) ; Hydrangea is a fascinating genus of plants with remarkable diversity. It includes vines, shrubs, trees and semi-herbaceous plants, many with outstanding ornamental features. ...

Callicarpa dichotoma 'Early Amethyst' - Purple Beautyberry (2203 readers)

Contributed by amazon 27.07 2007 on 07:58:25 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Early Amethyst Beauty Bush - Callicarpa dichotoma Early Amethyst Family: Verbenaceae (Callicar-pa: Greek for beautiful fruit) Bright purple berries appear earlier than other varieties providing more enjoyment. Brought to our attention by the Arnold Arboretum. ...

Epimedium grandiflorum 'Lilafee' - Longspur Epimedium (3665 readers)

Contributed by amazon 02.11 2007 on 12:56:34 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Lilafee Bishops Cap - Epimedium grandiflorum Lilafee; Family: Berberidaceae | Great clump forming groundcover that produces a wealth of lavender flowers early in the season. Good drainage, fertile soil and shade to part shade. Shade to partial shade in any soil. Tolerates dry shade. Excellent groundcover for shaded borders and rockgardens. ...

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