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Contributed by havlis 17.03. 2008 10:35:24 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Title and Article's textLittle Heath is a dwarf variety of pieris. It is a neat little shrub with short, elongated, pointed leaves of mid green colour with white margins. New leaves emerge orange to copper red. It grows very slowly and forms a compact shrub without pruning. It likes moist, slightly acidic soil. Once established it withstands temporary summer droughts. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:36:54 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Title and Article's textLittle Lamb ppaf A special compact plant with the most delicate flowers ever seen on a Hydrangea paniculata. The flowers are sterile like a Pee Gee but only much smaller and forming smaller panicles that look like little lambs dancing above the foliage. Hybridized by the famous plantswoman Jelena DeBelder of Belgium. ...
Contributed by amazon 21.01. 2008 08:32:18 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Title and Article's textDue 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:27:15 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Title and Article's textLagerstroemia 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 ...
Contributed by amazon 17.05. 2007 21:49:23 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Title and Article's textFox Valley River Birch A dwarf selection of river birch with cinnamon and cream exfoliating bark. A great little tree for smaller landscapes or can be used as a large shrub on commercial sites. Excellent resistance to bronze birch borer. . Fantastic bonsai! The plant you will recieve is growing in a 2 1/4 pot. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:32:05 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Title and Article's textLittle Honey Oakleaf Hydrangea ; Hydrangea is a fascinating genus of plants with remarkable diversity. It includes vines, shrubs, trees and semi-herbaceous plants, many with outstanding ornamental features. The Showiest Oakleaf Yet! Golden spring leaves, white blooms, scarlet fall foliage, and even bright red stems -- what DOESNT Little Honey have? The most beautiful and distinctive Oakleaf Hydrangea Ive ever had the pleasure of seeing, Little Honey adds a whole new look to this family of multi- ...
Contributed by amazon 09.11. 2007 09:19:21 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textTradescantia Little White Doll | Family: Commelinaceae | Origin: Hybrid origin | Clear white flowers with feathery purplish anthers. Compact form with great foliage. Can be grown in full sun to part shade. Prefers good, moist soil. Nice in the border, wild gardens or for naturalizing. ...
Contributed by amazon 29.01. 2008 13:03:39 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Title and 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 28.10. 2007 07:52:12 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's text(H. s. Antong Two ppaf) Say hello in Korean to the only miniature Rose of Sharon. A unique little shrub with dainty little white flowers punctuated with a showy red eye. The plant appear to be polyploidy because it has thick, dark green leaves and the flowers last for three days instead of the typical one day before falling. Creates many new landscape and garden uses; great for mixed containers, mixed perennial beds or for around decks or entry gardens. Developed by noted plantsman Dr. Shim of S ...
Contributed by amazon 11.07. 2007 12:23:55 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textWorking with Nature, Not Against It | Maintaining a colorful and productive garden is easy with the advice on how to change gardening ways and embrace green, organic techniques in this handy little book. This illustrated manual includes easy-to-follow information on such tasks as improving the soil, saving water, mulching, and creating green gardens as well as sections on how to best handle birds, rodents, and other visitors; how to attract the right insects; how to use the right sprays and trap ...
Contributed by amazon 02.11. 2007 13:40:49 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textPinkish-red, striped flowers in late May. Flowers are large for a Lewisia, up to 1 in diameter. Many flowers per plant. Very showy when in bloom. This particular variety is reputed to be hardier than many other Lewisia and we have found this to be the case. They appear to do best if given some shade from afternoon sun during our zone 3 winters. Flower stems up to about 6 tall, about 6 in width. ...
Contributed by amazon 03.07. 2007 10:01:26 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textHow to Plan, Create, and Sustain a Low-Maintenance Garden | With a little preparation and a few minutes a day, new or experienced gardeners can have a colorful flower garden and a bounty of vegetables with this fun and handy manual. Readers interested in a successful flower garden learn how to choose low-care perennials and annuals as well as develop blueprints, analyze the soil, and choose the right equipment. A productive vegetable garden can be achieved with low-care, high-yield vegetables as ...
Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 09:23:47 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textHawaii is home to some of the most exotic plumerias in the world. Reputed to awaken the senses with their colors, fragrances, shapes and foliage, plumeria blossoms require delicate care and skill. Flora enthusiasts will find a plethora of information here about different types of plumeria, asexual propagation, rooting and media structures, cultivation, pest and weed control hybridization, cross-pollination, collecting and more. For island visitors, tips on taking home plumeria cuttings are inclu ...
Contributed by amazon 20.06. 2007 09:44:20 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textOne of the easiest ground covers to grow. Easy to maintain and needs little water. Does great in poor soil. Bronze-green foliage produces intense red flowers. Bloom June through August. Plant in full sun, 12 inches apart. Grows only 3 to 6 inches tall. Hardy in zones 3-9. ...
Contributed by havlis 01.02. 2010 13:53:15 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Article's textDavid viburnum is a handsome, compact little shrub , with eye-catching foliage. The leaves are elliptic, emerald green with pink-red stalks, and have remarkable deep veins, which give this shrub an additional 3D image. The flower buds are pink-ish, too, but the flowers themselves are not what this plant stands for, though you might like to be lucky enough to have them pollinated to see the sky blue fruits rippening in the autumn. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.05. 2007 21:51:14 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textLittle Plant Library Series | From the elegant species to the boldest, large-flowering hybrids, there are clematis to suit every style of garden. This growers guide contains the secrets of choosing, growing, cultivating, propagating, pruning, and controlling pests and diseases in an easy-to-use, step-by-step format. ...
Contributed by amazon 15.10. 2007 20:32:54 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's textKojou is a dainty little shrub with attractive zigzagged stems and pale pink bell-like flowers that grace bare stems in early spring. The leaves turn to glorious shades of red and orange in autumn giving season long appeal. Often used for Bonsai. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.07. 2007 07:44:56 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Article's textA prostrate rug that blooms from late June until frost. This is much lower and dense than the species that we saw growing wild in Korea. Rich rose-pink spikes, 1-2 long cover this little shrub. Great for edging beds, walkways, or try in the rock garden. ...
Contributed by havlis 02.04. 2008 14:28:31 Topic: Plants / Conifers Match on Article's textCreeping juniper is a useful and maintenance-free shrub, popular with landscapers. They are so easy to grow and need very little care. This variety has creamy-yellow varigated leaves. The branches grow upright and slightly droop at the edge of the shrub. The green branches turn violet-blue in winter. It is compact, medium to slow growing. ...
Contributed by amazon 03.09. 2007 10:03:08 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's textClusters of chubby little deep cobalt blue bells grow on sturdy stems. Hardy and carefree, these fragrant charmers easily spread into thick masses. Plant them anywhere--in sun or shade--for a striking effect reminiscent of Hollands best growing fields. Blooms: Mid Spring Ideal for borders, rock gardens, naturalizing. Unusual flower spikes of rich blue-purple with delicate soft blue tops. Hardy in zones: 3-9. ...
Contributed by amazon 25.01. 2008 09:09:05 Topic: Plants / Ferns Match on Article's textThis great little fern does well in a wide range of conditions but best of all is that it is compact in size and is one of the few ferns that fairs well with neglect and does extremely well in wet habitats. It stays under 12 tall and sends creeping runners which sprout new plantlets. When it is actively growing it has a very subtle, but clear lemon scent. It is an excellent house plant! ...
Contributed by amazon 10.04. 2007 10:37:21 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textWhen your new gardening bible comes with chapters entitled Birth, Life, and Death, you know youre in trouble. But be brave, turn to those chapters, and in some very practical little essays on planting, youll uncover the very down-to-earth principle from which Piet Oudolfs radical reinvention of gardening is based: plants die. In the traditional mixed border, shrubs, climbers, perennials, bulbs, and annuals defy mortality; when one plant passes its best, theres always another in the wings, waitin ...
Contributed by amazon 17.05. 2007 21:24:25 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Trees Match on Article's textZone: 4 to 8 Grows to: 20-30 ft. Can be a little tricky to grow from seed, but very rewarding. A beautiful small tree with great individuality and brilliant red fall foliage. Lovely rich reddish brown peeling bark stands out wonderfully in a winter landscape. A wonderful specimen tree. ...
Contributed by amazon 09.11. 2007 09:13:32 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on TitleAn airy, upward sweeping, deep-violet haze is combined with the herbal aroma of the finely dissected gray-green foliage. The slender, light-seeking panicles remain in flower for up to 15 weeks. PPA Perennial Plant of the Year 1995. ...
Contributed by amazon 13.10. 2007 10:33:48 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Article's textThe King Palm is one of the most beautiful and stately palms. Its smooth, green trunk is tall, slender, and predominantly ringed. Its intricate dark green foliage is 8-10 feet in length. The King Palm is hardy to 28 degrees. A fast-growing palm, it reaches a height of 20-50 feet with little maintenance. Native to northeast Australia where it can grow to 50 feet or more and the leaves grow 8-14 feet in length. Makes an excellent house plant or patio plant in cooler regions. ...
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