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Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:23:09 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textCurry Plant looks very similar to a Lavender in its leaf stage. But, it looks totally different in bloom. Curry Plant likes it warm and dry. It is native to Turkey and thrives on sunny slopes. ...
Contributed by amazon 10.07. 2007 14:00:45 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Title and Article's textDarwin called the plant Hedysarum; modern botanists call it either Desmodium gyrans or, more correctly these days, Codariocalyx motorius; its common name is Dancing Grass or Telegraph plant or Semaphore plant -- after the leaf movements, which resemble semaphore signals. ...
Contributed by amazon 07.07. 2007 11:10:25 Topic: Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses Match on Article's textThe Calico Hearts Plant (Adromischus trigynus) is a small succulent plant native to South Africa. It is an easy to grow plant and with the spotting makes it a very showy succulent. This plant needs full sun, warm temperatures, and a well-drained potting mix. During the growing season (May-October) water once a week. During the winter water once every two weeks. The Calico Hearts Plant is easily propagated for leaf and stem cuttings. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.12. 2007 11:46:12 Topic: Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Match on Title and Article's textThe Mickey Mouse Plant, Ochna serrulata , is a well known garden shrub that grows to about 9 feet high. Originally a native of southern Africa, Ochna has small, single yellow flowers that bloom in late spring to summer. A useful garden plant, in cooler regions it can also be grown as a patio plant, outside during the summer and indoors during the winter. ...
Contributed by amazon 11.07. 2007 11:52:28 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textThe Aluminium Plant, Pilea cadierei is a native of Vietnam and is grown for its attractive foliage. The dark green leaves have silver markings between the veins. It prefers very bright, but indirect light. Keep evenly moist, not wet or dry. This showy plant prefers temperatures above 60 degrees F. Trim as needed. ...
Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:55:53 Topic: Plants / Grass, Grasses Match on Article's textEach 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 12.12. 2007 09:41:43 Topic: Plants / Climber Plants Match on Article's textTiny deep green leaves are deeply lobed. Not only is the individual leaf considerably smaller than the normal Creeping Fig, but each dimpled leaf is deeply lobed as if was a tiny oak leaf. More clumping than vining in habit, this is the choice for the sophisticated terrarium or living topiary. It is considered crown jewel of the Creeping Fig cultivars. ...
Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 07:20:01 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textThis clumping ice plant produces a dome of bright purple flowers. The texture of the petals is shimmering -- almost like metal. It starts blooming in June and continues steadily until fall. It promises to be an essential small-scale ground cover or edging for a border. Height: 4. Width: 10. Sun: Full sun. Soil Moisture: Moderate to dry, not too wet. Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9. Culture: Easy in average garden soil. ...
Contributed by amazon 03.04. 2007 11:11:29 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textLongwood Gardens of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, enjoys a long and distinguished tradition of plant exploration and introduction, dating back to the foundation of its arboretum in 1798. Since the 1950s, 50 such plant-hunting expeditions have taken place on six continents and in some 50 countries. These quests are the subject of Plant Exploration for Longwood Gardens, which tells the stories of the people who participated in what were often arduous but always stimulating adventures and the plant ...
Contributed by amazon 20.06. 2007 09:39:54 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textRose flowers, grows 3 ft. This moisture loving perennial has lovely flower spikes. Flowers remain at any angle turned. Can be planted in sun or shade. Plant 12 apart. Hardy in zones: 4-9. Blooms August through September. Physostegia virginiana was given the name obedient plant because if a flower is pushed to one side it stays in that position. It is a very hardy and easy to grow perennial. ...
Contributed by amazon 02.10. 2007 09:13:04 Topic: Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Match on Article's textJapanase Pagoda Holly Bonsai - Ilex crenata Dwarf Pagoda A miniature variety of Japanese Holly. Stems are very short, 1 foot at most. Leaves are dark green on horizontal branches. Very compact plant. The plant is a true natural Bonsai. Also a good patio plant or house plant. Introduced by the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. Height and spread in 10 years: 12 x 12. Prefers sun. Hardy in zones 6-9. In cooler regions grow as a house plant in a sunny, yet cool window. ...
Contributed by amazon 03.07. 2007 09:13:56 Topic: Plants / Other Match on Title and Article's textThe Black Mystic Earths Star (Cryptanthus) is an easy to grow house plant forming rosettes of leaves. The leaves are succulent, with wavy margins and teeth; they are strongly banded in silver and black. The white flowers appear nested in the center in this plant. Cryptanthus tolerate a temperature range from 40 degrees F to over 100 degrees F. Optimum growth occurs between 60-85 degrees F. Keep the medium evenly moist at all times, but not wet or dry. A sunny location is prefered. New plants (pu ...
Contributed by amazon 12.09. 2007 10:47:17 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textHardy Umbrella Plant - Darmera peltata Family: Saxifragaceae Origin: The species is native to western United States. Large, rounded clusters of red-centered, blush-white flowers rise on thick stalks before the clumped growth of massive (18 across), orbicular, lobed foliage emerges. ...
Contributed by amazon 06.07. 2007 08:46:48 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textOrnamental Features: Vibrant orange trumpet flowers with red eyes mid to late summer on 18 to 20 inch stems. Dark green linear-lance shaped leaves. Habit and Growth Rate: Clump-forming, but not over crowding. Grows 24-30 tall. Plant 24 apart Landscape Value: Great garden or container specimen or an accent plant at edge of shrub border. Use for cut flowers. Hardiness: Zone 6-9 Culture: Use a moderately fertile and moist but well-drained soil. Plant in full sun. ...
Contributed by amazon 04.08. 2008 11:15:23 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textEuphorbia lathyris is also known as the mole plant because of its reputation for deterring the activity of this creature. A native of Mediterranean areas, and has also been introduced into the USA. The seeds have in the past been used for medicinal purposes and for the production of lamp oil. ...
Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:23:53 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's textMichaels Flower - Fritillaria michailovskyi | This species with its stunning color combination comes from Northeastern Turkey. Plant in well-drained, alkaline, deep, sandy loam amended with organic matter in full sun to light shade. For best effect, plant in clusters of 7 or 9 plants. Mulch lightly in late fall. Fertilize when new growth appears in the spring. Grows 4-8 tall. Flowers mid to late spring. Hardy in Zones 4-8. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.02. 2007 16:35:45 Topic: Other / Books Match on Article's textGardeners throughout the region will be welcoming a thoroughly updated and fresh-looking 8th edition of the bible of Western gardening. With a new, easy-to-read design, more plant photography, larger illustrations, and more than 8,000 plant listings--500 of them new--its THE essential book for gardeners in the Western states. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.02. 2007 17:40:40 Topic: Other / Software, DVD Match on Title and Article's textYour Personal Garden Designer! The Plant Selector Interactive software is a CD for self installation with Windows 95 or higher. It gives you all the information you need to landscape or garden like a professional. ...
Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 09:53:30 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Title and Article's textChocolate Star Plant - Corydalis quantmeyerana Chocolate Star Family: Fumariaceae Unusual somewhat toothed chocolate brown folliage. Creamy white flowers Hardy in zones 5-8 Blooms June-August Height: 10-15 Prefers sun or part-shade. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.06. 2007 11:43:50 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textMunstead Lavender is early blooming and fragrant. The plants are compact. Grows 12-18 inches high. Plant 18 inches apart. Hardy in zones 5-9. ...
Contributed by amazon 22.06. 2007 11:08:28 Topic: Plants / Bulbs Match on Article's textVery unique and plant originating from India. Large ball shaped red flowers on strong stems with clusters of thick, fleshy leaves. Ideal as a container plant, kept in sun or partial shade, and treated the same as an Amaryllis. Thrives in moist areas such as ponds. Not cold hardy. Hardy in Zone: 9 & 10. Height: 10-1 ...
Contributed by amazon 07.04. 2007 12:04:12 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThe New Explorers and Their Discoveries | Many gardeners are vaguely aware of the greats of plant exploration, such as E. H. Wilson, George Forrest, or John Tradescant. Fewer may know the names of todays plant explorers or recognize the makings of a new golden age of plant discovery. Nonetheless, a quick visit to almost any nursery will reveal the bounty of these intrepid plant collectors, whose handiwork enriches gardens everywhere. ...
Contributed by amazon 27.03. 2008 17:28:14 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textOrigin: 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. ...
Contributed by amazon 18.06. 2007 11:19:14 Topic: Plants / Perennials Match on Article's textA compact perennial plant covered with cerise flowers in June and July. Can be used in borders, beds, and as a ground cover. Plant in sun or partial sun, 18 inches apart. Grows to 10-12 inches tall. Very hardy and easy to grow. Hardy in zones 4-9. ...
Contributed by amazon 20.04. 2007 08:41:50 Topic: Other / Books Match on Title and Article's textThe Right Plants for Every Garden | The Plant Finder will be useful to the many thousands of garden and landscape professionals wanting a comprehensive reference. But it will also be a complete resource for the amateur gardener who makes a big investment in new plants every year, constantly changing and improving the garden. This market numbers in the millions, with an annual budget of hundreds of millions of dollars, a passionate interest in gardens, and a strong will to find the best plants an ...
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