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Paeonia lutea var. ludlowii - Tree Peony (883 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 13:22:02 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's text

The herbaceous Peony has been cultivated in home gardens for over 600 years. Considering the beauty of the flower and the longevity of the plants, its no wonder why they have long been a perennial favorite. Peony clumps may survive for up to as long as 50 years, so it is advisable to prepare the site very thoroughly before planting. Once they have become established in the garden, they are reasonably free from maintenance and problems. ...

Paeonia tenuifolia - Fern Leaf Peony (586 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.07 2007 on 10:11:04 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's text

The Genus Paeonia (628 readers)

Contributed by amazon 07.04 2007 on 12:14:42 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's text

Twenty-five species of the genus Paeonia are documented in these pages, including 40 subspecies and varieties. Also included herein is the closely related genus Glaucidium. With only two species, it will be of intense interest to peony fanciers. Waddick provides valuable information on growing peony species, with a full account of soil considerations, hardiness, propagation, and diseases and pests. ...

Paeonia lactiflora 'Lotus Queen' - Peony (1069 readers)

Contributed by amazon 14.11 2007 on 12:18:31 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's text

Peony - Paeonia (Lactiflora hybr.) Lotus Queen Hardy zone: 3-8 Blooming Time: May-June Height: 35/88cm Family: Paeoniaceae Origin: Hybrid origin. ...

Paeonia lactiflora 'Do Tell' - Peony (721 readers)

Contributed by amazon 06.06 2007 on 09:05:34 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title

A heavy bloomer is this single with deep magenta-pink flowers, the flowers have a small yellow center of stamens and blooms early. Plants grow 22 inches tall. The Queen of Garden Flowers! We offer the best, free blooming varieties. Flowers are 5-7 across. During late spring-early summer, they fill the garden with fragrance; long-lasting, ideal for cutting. Plant as a short hedge or in small groups in a border. They like rich soil, full sun and open areas. ...

Paeonia suffruticosa - tree peony (1254 readers)

Contributed by havlis 08.03 2008 on 11:07:35 Topic: Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Match on Title

Tree peonies are beautiful, woody shrubs. Unlike the perennial type, these make woody branches that slowly form a low, mounding shrub. Flowers are large, often double or full, of all possible colours – white, cream, yellow, orange, various shades of pink, purple and red, even violet. Leaves are deeply lobed, mid green, turning multiple of colours in autumn. ...

Iris ensata 'Asian Warrior' - Japanese Iris (1164 readers)

Contributed by amazon 30.06 2007 on 09:38:30 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's text

Japanese Iris (Iris ensata - formerly Iris kaempferi) blooms are captivating and graceful. Their superior size and colors are worth the efforts of cultivation. Their blooms are often saucer-size or larger, colors of white, shades of blue and purple, red-violet and are often veined or marbled with a contrasting color. ...

The Gardener's Peony (629 readers)

Contributed by amazon 07.04 2007 on 11:43:59 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title

Peonies are virtually unrivalled in a their ability to bring impact and drama to a garden. Once established they flourish for decades, bringing large quantities of flamboyant blooms in a magical range of hues and outstanding, often finely cut foliage. This informative guide highlights the best peonies for gardeners, paying particular attention to the tree peonies, herbaceous hybrids and the latest cultivars of Paeonia lactiflora.The Chinese have been growing tree peonies for 1600 years but these ...

Daylilies: facts & fiction (3935 readers)

Contributed by eurocallis 18.09 2006 on 15:20:57 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's text

In between the big spring tidying up and the hectic of autumn plantings there is a brief time in July when - exception granted for a few chores - the gardener has nothing to do but enjoy his flowers. No danger of cold snaps, incredible weather or other terrors. Moreover days are long and one can sit out enjoying the garden until night falls. ...