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Papaver somniferum 'Hens and Chickens' - Opium Poppy (597 readers)

Contributed by amazon 16.09 2007 on 04:58:18 Topic: Plants / Annuals Match on Article's text

The Hens and Chickens Poppy has large, lilac flowers followed by seedpods that are arranged as a large pod surrounded by several small pods like a mother hen & her chicks. Extremely decorative, they are in much demand for dried flower arrangements. ...

Hibanobambusa tranquillans 'Shiroshima' - bamboo (298 readers)

Contributed by havlis 07.06 2008 on 06:09:33 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's text

Unlike other varigated cultivars, this plant is a natural hybrid from Japan, considered one of the most beautiful bamboos . It has very large upto 25cm long leaves with stunning creamy-white varigation. Depending on the amount of sun during summer, it may announce coming of cooler weather tipping the leave edges with pink. ...

Nicotiana tabaccum 'Variegata' - Variegated Tobacco (495 readers)

Contributed by amazon 11.08 2007 on 07:45:40 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Article's text

Tall 7 foot tobacco plant with large leaves and pink blooms and striking variegated foliage. Large 30-cm leaves, 5-cm flowers. Same botanical species as the cultivated tobacco and can be smoked. Leaves contain nicotine and can also be used to make an organic insecticide. Full sun. ...

Liriodendron tulipifera - Tulip Tree (1077 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.05 2007 on 09:42:27 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

Native to eatern United States. Fast growth to 60 to 80 feet with eventual spread to 30 feet. Forms large pyramidal crown. Good large shade, lawn, or roadside tree. Gives spectacular show of yellow fall color. In warm season, displays handsome tulip-shaped greenish-yellow and orange flowers. Deciduous. Full sun. Provide ample summer water. Hardy to -20 to -10°F. ...

Lavatera thuringiaca 'Barnsley' - Lavatera 'Barnsley' (785 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.06 2007 on 11:37:00 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

A very popular and valuable shrubby perennial, useful for filling a large area quickly or for giving a new garden an established look. The large silky trumpet-shaped flowers are produced for months through summer. They open white with a red eye, fading to pink. Foliage is a somewhat felted grey. Trim in autumn. Plant in full sun. Grows 5-6 feet tall. Hardy in zones 5-10. Prefers a warm, sheltered position. ...

Ailanthus altissima - tree of heaven (402 readers)

Contributed by havlis 07.06 2008 on 06:30:42 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Tree of heaven is a beautiful name for an extraordinary plant. It comes from China but is completely hardy in our climate. It is a tall tree suitable for large garden, parks or as a street tree. It is grown for unusually big leaves that can be half a meter long. The are compound of upto 30 individual, elongated leaflets. ...

Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburgh' - Clematis Duchess of Edinburgh (612 readers)

Contributed by amazon 01.06 2007 on 07:57:20 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's text

5 double flowers of creamy white with several rows of green outer petals. These large flowering, hybrid Clematis are called Queen of the Garden. Large, showy flowers (up to 6 across) bloom in abundance in June through September. Each flower is a striking display in itself, with its unusual coloration and shape. Hardy vines grow 8-12 ft. tall for trellis, porch, arbor, lamp post... any focal point. Plant in sunny, well-drained location and keep roots mulched or shaded. Zone: 4-8. ...

Acer shirasawanum 'Aureum' - Japanese maple (4077 readers)

Contributed by havlis 25.10 2007 on 10:36:32 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

Japanese maples are pride of every neat garden. Some are large, others seem motionless owing to extremely slow growth rate. This variety looks similar to acer palmatum but does not grow so large or wide. Its leaves are punkah-shaped leaves are golden yellow, with pinkish tinted margins and veins. They turn red in autumn. The other difference is fruit: Acer shirasawanum holds its samaras above the foliage, while in a. palmatum they (at least eventually) hang down. ...

Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' - Bear's Breeches (105 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.07 2008 on 10:40:58 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Acanthus mollis Tasmanian Angel: Large, Handsome Leaves Sport Gold in Spring, White in Summer A stylish new look for the classic favorite Bears Breeches , Tasmanian Angel begins spring with new leaves of dark blue-green edged and freckled in gold. As the weather warms, the gold turns to yellow, then ivory, and finally pure white, all the while calling attention to these large, deeply lobed leaves. ...

Magnolia x soulangiana ‘Alexandrina’ - Saucer magnolia (2488 readers)

Contributed by amazon 16.05 2007 on 08:52:23 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text

Spectacular large shrub or small tree valued for its beautiful large tulip-shaped blooms, purplish-pink with white interior in late winter into early spring. Great garden specimen; use it to anchor shrub beds. Deciduous. Full sun. Moderate grower to 20 to 25 feet tall and wide, smaller as a shrub. ...

Geranium 'Blue Blood' - Hardy Geranium (912 readers)

Contributed by amazon 27.03 2008 on 17:28:14 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Origin: Hybrid origin. Large, dark purple-blue flowers accentuated with even darker veining create a sea of color over a bushy plant. Foliage turns red in the fall. The darkest large-flowering geranium. ...

Iris ensata 'Gold Bound' - Japanese Iris (518 readers)

Contributed by amazon 09.08 2007 on 08:56:22 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

Pure-White flowers with yellow signals on tall plants. ; Gold Bound Japanese Iris - Iris ensata (kaempferi) Gold Bound; Flowers have large semi-flaring fails, and standards which are either short and upright, or very large and open, hanging over the falls as a second x. The resulting flowers have a flat, open form. Bright green foliage. Grows in full sun or light shade in well-drained soil. Constant moisture is necessary. ...

Quercus rubra - Northern Red Oak (969 readers)

Contributed by amazon 17.05 2007 on 22:05:42 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's text

Native to the Eastern United States, the Northern Red Oak is the ideal tree for parks and large lawns. It has broad, spreading branches and makes a large, open shade area. The leaves, which are a rich green during growing season, will turn to rich browns and reds in the fall before they fall off. The root system of the Northern Red Oak grows deep in the ground, so any gardening you do under or around the tree will not be disturbed. ...

Tricyrtis 'Golden leopard' - Toad Lily (650 readers)

Contributed by amazon 28.08 2007 on 12:03:31 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Tricyrtis Golden leopard Family: Liliaceae Origin: The species is native to Japan. Forming a nice patch over time, Toad Lily is prized for its ability to bloom in shade and for its exotic-looking flowers that resemble orchids. The large, glossy green leaves of Tricyrtis. Prefers part-shade to shade, especially in area with very hot summers. Requires moist, well-drained soil that doesnt get dried out. Protect young plants from very cold, wet soil in winter. For the sunny or lightly shaded border. ...

Merremia tuberosa - Wood rose (605 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.09 2007 on 08:50:09 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's text

A slender perennial vine with leaves divided into five to seven narrow lobes. The flowers are yellow, followed by a smooth round capsule, surrounded by five petal-like sepals. Native to Asia; naturalized and cultivated in Hawaii. ...

Oroxylum indicum - Midnight Horror (682 readers)

Contributed by amazon 12.12 2007 on 09:29:02 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Article's text

Approaching the tree in twilight could be startling - the sight of its long 4 seed pods curved downward appear to be the wings of a resting vulture. This is a night blooming tree to 40 from India with leaves to 5. Tropical. This is an ornamental tree, a very striking plant with bold, very large, much-divided, ornamental, glossy green leaves and bearing long, ample even, erect panicles of large, purple-red flowers. ...

Tulipa 'Hot Pants' - Hot Pants Triumph Tulip (1209 readers)

Contributed by amazon 18.09 2007 on 11:12:15 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

This new variety is very unique! Its blooms are distinct with wonderfully contrasting dark purple and pure white stripes decorating each petal. The strong stems, large blooms and medium height make this Triumph Tulip a must have in any spring garden. ...

Prunus laurocerasus 'Novita' - cherry laurel (2341 readers)

Contributed by havlis 08.11 2007 on 10:31:38 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Article's text

“Novita” is a new sensation among cherry laurels. Eventually there is a hardy variety which has benefits of the formerly more tender ones: it grows fast and big, has large leaves of a nice colour, and of course if fully hardy! The leaves are 10-15 cm long, obovate, very glossy, soft green when young turning to deep green. It is a perfect specimen or a superb large hedging plant. ...

Acanthus mollis - Bear's Breeches (2201 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 ...

Penstemon digitalis 'Husker's Red' - Foxglove Penstemon (597 readers)

Contributed by amazon 20.09 2007 on 08:04:43 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

Commonly called Beardtongue, Penstemon is a large native genus found over large areas of the US and Canada, especially in drier locations. It contains a wealth of flower colors and sizes, plant heights, and growth habits. Husker Red is a white-flowered, red-foliaged form of P. digitalis that was selected and introduced in 1983 by Dr. Dale Lindgren, University of Nebraska. It is a versatile garden perennial, valuable as a specimen, or as a cut flower. When plants are well established, height aver ...