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Buddleia davidii 'Black Knight' - Butterfly Bush

Hydrangea macrophylla 'Masja' - Bigleaf Hydrangea

Pterocarya fraxinifolia - wing nut (260 readers)

Contributed by havlis 12.03 2008 on 13:09:02 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

From Caucasus and Northern Iran comes one of my absolutely top favourites – wing nut. Its large leaves, fruit and monumental statue predetermine this tree to become the most significant feature of any large garden or a park. ...

Schizachyrium scoparium - Little Bluestem (570 readers)

Contributed by amazon 29.01 2008 on 13:03:39 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's text

The 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. ...

Flower Stories (193 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.01 2008 on 12:32:46 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Jouni Sepp,nen is an internationally renowned master florist. He has won the Finnish championships six times, took part in the 1995 European championships in Hamburg and in the 1997 World championships in Amsterdam. He owns a design flower shop in central Helsinki and is in charge of the floristry training at the Kempele Master School. ...

Muhlenbergia mexicana - Mexican muhly (847 readers)

Contributed by amazon 04.12 2007 on 11:24:01 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's text

Muhlenbergia 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 ...

Eragrostis trichodes - Love Grass (762 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 12:23:30 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's text

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. ...

Liriope muscari - lily turf (1140 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 ...

Prunus serrulata 'Kanzan' - Japanese Flowering Cherry (2395 readers)

Contributed by abies 01.11 2007 on 18:16:14 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

This is one of the most popular and hardiest ornamental cherry trees available. A vigorous deciduous small to medium-sized tree with an upright habit when young and wider canopy when older. In spring the tree is laden with large double, purplish-pink showy flowers shortly before the bronze foliage appears. Leaves are large, ovate to narrow-ovate, with margins toothed. ...

Cymbopogon citratus - West Indian Lemon Grass (634 readers)

Contributed by amazon 25.10 2007 on 09:43:16 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and Article's text

Lemon 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 ...

The Bamboo, Grass & Palm Specialist (330 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.10 2007 on 09:07:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's text

The Essential Guide to Selecting, Growing and Propagating Bamboos, Grasses and Palms (Specialist Series) | Bamboos, grasses, and palms: these versatile, easy-to-maintain plants include a huge range of textures, forms, sizes, colors, and flowering times. With literally hundreds to choose from, there is one suitable for every garden and climate. Starting with the basics of plant identification, this guide also provides buying tips, planting information, cultivation, propagation, and displays. Inva ...

The Way We Garden Now (347 readers)

Contributed by amazon 27.09 2007 on 09:03:10 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Energizing, Inspiring, Edible, and Exciting: That’s what bestselling author Katherine Whiteside says gardening ought to be. Whether you have a half acre of land in the country or a tiny patch of grass in the city, whether you’re an experienced digger or you’ve never held a trowel, Whiteside offers forty-one versatile projects that will make anyone into a proud gardener. ...

Dendrocalamus strictus - Iron Bamboo (476 readers)

Contributed by amazon 24.09 2007 on 10:01:08 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's text

Iron Bamboo is the common name for the genus and species Dendrocalamus strictus. Native to India, it is unique in that it is thick-walled, often solid, and probably the strongest bamboo in the world. Max. Height: 60 feet; Max. Diameter: 5 inches; Min. Temperature: 25º F ...

Hosta 'Stiletto' - Hosta (444 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.09 2007 on 11:07:30 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

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 ...

Hosta 'Ginko Craig' - Hosta (391 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.09 2007 on 11:02:41 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Narrow, lance-shaped, grass-green, with neat, white-edged margins. Clump forming. Prolific, funnel-shaped, violet-orchid, striped flowers in July-August on 18 wiry stems. Easy care plant multiplies rapidly. 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 4 pot, well rooted and established. ...

Tillandsia cyanea 'Pink Quill' - Air Plant (664 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.09 2007 on 08:46:34 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Article's text

Lava rock from the Big Island of Hawaii is hand selected to provide a home for your Pink Quill Tillandsia plant. These exotic plants thrive on their rock homes and make excellent house, dormitory or office plants! ...

Garden Spaces (460 readers)

Contributed by amazon 05.09 2007 on 09:17:56 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Simple Solutions for Planning and Design | Award-winning garden designer George Carter presents an array of imaginative ways to transform the look of an existing garden or create an entirely new one. With his expert techniques outlined in explanatory photographs, drawings, and easy-to-follow plans its easy to enliven or disguise unpleasant aspects of a gardens perimeters, make the most of both light and shade, and choose surface substitutes for grass and paving. Theres also invaluable advice on ...

Xanthorrhoea australis - Austral Grass-tree (449 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.09 2007 on 10:07:50 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's text

Australian 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. ...

Cortaderia fulvida - Toetoe (451 readers)

Contributed by amazon 03.09 2007 on 09:16:16 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's text

Huge 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). ...

Lawn Geek (330 readers)

Contributed by amazon 31.08 2007 on 10:33:24 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Tips and Tricks for the Ultimate Turf From the Guru of Grass | Dubbed the Lawn Geek by USA Today , turf scientist Trey Rogers explains how to master the well-manicured look in all climates, from basic site preparation to mowing, fertilizing, irrigating, and of course, safe and effective pest management. ...

Narcissus bulbocodium var. conspicuus 'Golden Bells' - Miniature Daffodil (507 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.08 2007 on 08:05:37 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

Commonly 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. ...

Garden Tractor - GTH2648 (588 readers)

Contributed by amazon 09.08 2007 on 09:26:58 Topic: Garden care / Garden Mechanization Match on Article's text

Husqvarna, Garden Tractor, 26HP Briggs & Stratton Intek V-Twin Engine, Pressurized Lubrication System, HydroGear Automatic Fender-Shift Transmission, 48, 10 Gauge, Triple-Blade Stamped Steel Deck With Grease Fittings, 4 Anti-Scalp Deck Wheels, Front Nose Roller, Electric PTO , 11 Gauge, Welded Steel Rail Garden Tractor x, Step-Thru Design, 16 Front & 23 Rear Tires, 18 Turning Radius, Cast-Iron Front Axle With Grease Zerks, 4 Gallon Sight Fuel Tank, Capable Of Mowing In Reverse Gear, Hour Meter, ...