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Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 08:49:35 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textMexican Feather Grass (Nassella tenuissima) Extremely delicate and soft in appearance. Beautiful in naturalized settings. Grows to a mature size of 18-24 tall x 18-24 wide. Hardy in zones 6-9. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:26:59 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textIt looks like a rush, even a lighted fiber optics lamp, but it really is a sedge. For a perpetually wet or boggy area, this sedge might do the trick. This is a great grass for mixed containers, giving them movement and interest. Fiber Optic Grass is native to Southern Europe, the British Isles, and Northern Africa. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.07. 2007 10:05:26 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textBlue Eragrostis (Love Grass)Graceful, Native Grass Maintains Its Flowing Beauty Until Winter! This Native American grass is graceful in form with narrow, blue foliage. The airy flower plumes begin appearing in July, maturing to a tan color in August and gradually to a lighter straw color in the fall. Maintains interest throughout the winter and is drought tolerant. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.12. 2007 11:24:01 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textMuhlenbergia mexicana (Mexican Pink Satin Grass); Hardy in zones 7-10. A very hardy grass. In cooler zones use as an annual. Soil: Normal to Wet; Sun: Heavy Shade to Full Sun; Height: 12-24 ...
Contributed by amazon 25.10. 2007 09:43:16 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textLemon grass ( Cymbopogon citratus ), a native of India, is widely used in Thai and Vietnamese cooking. Lemon grass is a perennial, which means once you plant it, the grass comes back year after year. Depending on the area you live in the plant will go dormant in the winter. In harsh climates the plant will need to be potted and wintered indoors. This aromatic herb is used in Caribbean and many types of Asian cooking and has become very popular in the United States. Most of the commercial crops f ...
Contributed by amazon 29.01. 2008 13:03:39 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textThe Grass Little Bluestem, Schizachyrium scoparium , is a native American prairie grass. It is also know as Sagegrass or Beard grass. It can reach up to 3-4 and has a blueish hue to the leaves. The leaves turn a rich orangy wheat color in fall. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:24:00 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textSoft, furry flower heads are excellent for dried bouquets. Use in borders, backgrounds, pots or for cutting. Prefers well-drained soil in full sun. Grows 12 inches high. Hardy in zones 5-9. It will also drop seeds that come up year after year! Plant 12 part. Also known as Rabbits Tail Grass or Hares Tail Grass. ...
Contributed by amazon 14.11. 2007 12:23:30 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textLove 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. ...
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Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:46:35 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textVersatile Partners for Uncommon Garden Design | From spring green to winter gold, the drama of grasses is nonstop. There are the striking yellow-and-green ostrich plumes of Zebra Grass. The fine-textured leaves of Blue Oat Grass. Flame Grasss dazzling red-orange leaves, Fountain Grasss coppery brushes, the rich brown nuggets of Northern Sea Oats, the feathery purple haze of Switch Grass. ...
Contributed by amazon 11.07. 2007 12:31:01 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textAnyone can have a lawn even greener than their neighbors’ envy with this definitive guide to improving the attractiveness of grass from seed to sod, in all seasons. Jerry Baker’s proven tips, tricks, and tonics cover problems from mowing and mole damage to drought or downpour. Regular cabinet items are repurposed—Epsom salts to cure yellow grass and mouthwash to banish bugs—and homeowners learn what they can do to conserve water, avoid sun damage, and boost the green of their turf using sensible ...
Contributed by amazon 03.09. 2007 10:07:50 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textAustralian native known for its thick black trunk to 5 which is topped by a 3 high fountain of grass-like leaves which in turn produce an erect 5 flower spike. Requires constant warmth and full sun. Arid - sub tropic. The Aborigines called these plants Black Boys because after a wild fire, the bottom leaves burn away revealing a singed black trunk with long green reed-like leaves extending from the top of the trunk giving the appearance of black figures. Frost tolerant. ...
Contributed by amazon 05.07. 2007 11:41:28 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textNative 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:32:52 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textSuperb for fresh or dried arrangements! Dusty-Pink Feathers of Late-Summer Color! Fresh green foliage reaches 6 to 12 feet tall, topped by long, thick featherdusters of bloom that last for weeks! Unsurpassed for glorious texture and color in the landscape, this pink Pampas Grass is the star of any garden it graces! ...
Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:10:03 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textCulture: 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 08:58:40 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's textSuperb for fresh or dried arrangements! Dusty-Pink & White Feathers of Late-Summer Color! Fresh green foliage reaches 6 to 12 feet tall, topped by long, thick featherdusters of bloom that last for weeks! Unsurpassed for glorious texture and color in the landscape, this pink Pampas Grass is the star of any garden it graces! The sturdy, fresh-green bloomstalks reach anywhere from 6 to 12 feet tall, capped by enormous featherdusters of brilliant rosy-pink! ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:39:01 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textLiriope, also commonly called border grass is not actually a grass but a member of the lily family, a fact that inspires another of its common names, lilyturf. The dark green, ribbonlike foliage grows in length from 10 to 18 in (25-46 cm) and then recurves toward the ground to form rounded clumps. As the clumps mature they merge into a continuous carpet that resembles a plot of shaggy lawn grass. In summer, spikes of showy purple, flowers rise from the center of clumps. Flowers are followed by p ...
Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:18:16 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textBig Bluestem is a clump forming perennial grass. The lower stems are purplish or bluish color and the leaves are 1/2 inch wide and up to 20 inches long. The arrangement of the flowers in three dense elongate clusters is the reason for the common name of turkey-foot grass. It grows best in moist well drained soil in full sun and is a major component of the tallgrass prairie. Native grasses are host to several Skipper butterflies. ...
Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:34:26 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textBig Bluestem is a clump forming perennial grass. The lower stems are purplish or bluish color and the leaves are 1/2 inch wide and up to 20 inches long. The arrangement of the flowers in three dense elongate clusters is the reason for the common name of turkey-foot grass. It grows best in moist well drained soil in full sun and is a major component of the tallgrass prairie. Native grasses are host to several Skipper butterflies. ...
Contributed by amazon 30.03. 2007 11:27:47 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textIn the modern suburban landscape, beautiful, green lawns are perhaps the most ubiquitous feature of all. It?s difficult to imagine a friendly neighborhood without broad, clean stretches of neatly shorn grass. ...
Contributed by amazon 30.03. 2007 11:19:56 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textFrom the fresh green shoots of spring through the dramatic foliage of summer, the lush colors of autumn, and the pale, feathery maturity of winter, grasses add a special touch to the garden in every season. Native species of beautiful ornamental grasses flourish in almost every part of North America. Now these attractive, adaptable plants are making their way into yards and gardens across the continent. Ornamental grasses are easy to grow, and they provide year-round landscape interest. No wonde ...
Contributed by amazon 20.05. 2007 18:58:28 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textRich Honey Tones All Year! Coppery with pink tints in spring, then golden-amber till frost! Now heres a nice change of pace for your edging, containers, and border accents! Bronze Carex is just what its name promises -- an ornamental grass (easy and carefree!) that keeps its honey-toned leaves right through the summer heat and into fall! The only time it changes in when the new foliage emerges in spring -- its as coppery-bright as a new penny, with pink highlights!This Carex quickly forms a neat ...
Contributed by amazon 11.08. 2007 08:05:37 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's textCommonly known as the Yellow Hoop Petticoat. Up to 15 stems per bulb! Groups of 5 or 10 bulbs form a carpet of dainty, upward facing, bright golden bells. Grass like, dark green foliage. Tolerates warm spring climates and is very hardy. Excellent for rock gardens. ...
Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:55:53 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on TitleEach 6 tall circular mound is composed of truly black 1/4 wide foliage. Spreading by rhizomes, a single plant will make a nice 20 wide mat in 2 years. For fast coverage, we plant on 8 centers. This easy-to-grow groundcover makes a great backdrop for blues, golds and good imaginations. Plant in part sun to shade. Hardy in zones: 5-10. Grows 6 tall. Origin: France. AGM Winner. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.09. 2007 11:07:30 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textNarrow 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 03.09. 2007 09:16:16 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textHuge rounded mound of broad arching leaves with golden-bronze arching plumes in summer. Grows 7 feet tall. The Golden Plume Pampas Grass has a finer foliage than the Pink and White Pampas Grasses, and is earlier flowering (July into August). ...
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