Enkianthus campanulatus 'Victoria' - red-vein Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Latin name enkianthus was made up from two Greek words although this deciduous shrub originates in Japan. It belongs to the heath family and also fits in there perfectly. No other rhododendron or azalea has its structure. Its main stems are always fully vertical with tops of small, alternate leaves. … Contributed by havlis 08.02. 2008 10:20:10 (45258 readers) | |
Sorbaria sorbifolia 'Sem' - false spirea Plants / Deciduous Shrubs False spirea is a valuable plant for small sized gardens as it quickly fills limited space with mass of beautiful leaves. It is a woody plant spreading with suckers like some perennials. Its leaves are fresh green during summer, pinnate, and look like service-tree leaves but are finer and prettier. When … Contributed by havlis 12.03. 2008 13:21:07 (48476 readers) | |
Cercis siliquastrum - Judas tree Plants / Deciduous Trees Judas tree is a rather special plant with profusion of beautiful, bright pink flowers in mid spring. They are small, pea-like, and so special due to their appearance on bare wood and even the main stems, however large and old they are. For prolific flowering the plant needs a hot and sunny summer in … Contributed by havlis 01.02. 2010 14:01:36 (28056 readers) | |
Pinus cembra - Swiss Stone Pine, Arolla Pine Plants / Conifers Pine trees are superb trees which grow in a wide climate scale - from cold northern countries to hot coastal sites. They are probably most beautiful in their natural environment. … Contributed by havlis 02.01. 2017 11:22:35 (13324 readers) | |
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x Chitalpa tashkentensis 'Pink Dawn' - chitalpa Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Need a tree flowering in summer, ideally with an exotic look? Then chitalpa is the best choice! This beautiful and hardy hybrid was created in 1964 in Uzbekistan. It is a cross between Desert Willow with rather exotic flowers and northern Catalpa. … Contributed by havlis 06.09. 2011 11:41:49 (33796 readers) | |
Iris versicolor - Harlequin Blue Flag Iris Plants / Bulbs Suitable for small pools, growing up to 2 ft. and happy in up to 4 in of water. A beautiful iris, having true blue coloured flowers, marked with white. The foliage is also an added benefit as it provides a vertical interest over a long period and is suited to both formal and informal settings. They are … Contributed by amazon 12.09. 2007 11:02:18 (17995 readers) | |
Chionanthus virginicus - fringe treefringe tree, old man´s beard Plants / Trees and Shrubs Fringe tree is a very rare and beautiful small shrub or small tree. In early summer it has profusion of upto 20 cm long pendent panicles of fragrant, shiny snow-white, narrow flowers, turning to bluish black berries. Mid to deep green opposite leaves are elliptic and glossy. Fringe tree grows slowly, … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 07:08:21 (22804 readers) | |
Many uses for groundcovers (2) - Evergreen perennials Plants / Perennials Vinca minor, Pachysandra terminalis, Acaena, Waldsteinia ternata, Lamium maculatum ‘White Nancy’, Stachys byzantina ‘Primrose Heron’ Vinca minor An outstanding evergreen groundcover that is completely winter hardy. Vinca will thrive in shaded locations where a lawn cannot grow. Vinca minor produces … Contributed by pph 11.04. 2007 20:29:17 (98206 readers) | |
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Viola mandshurica 'Fuji Dawn' - Manchurian Violet, Sumire Plants / Perennials Incredibly beautiful, seldom offered, rare viola. Emerges in early spring with masses of pink-tinged variegated foliage and hundreds of purple flowers. Variegation slowly turns to green and white, then later to uniform dark green and is more intense the second season. Blooms from March-May. In-credible … Contributed by amazon 02.08. 2007 09:18:36 (29658 readers) | |
Wisteria sinensis - Chinese Wisteria Plants / Climber Plants The Chinese wisteria is a shade-tolerant vine, but it blooms best when grown in the sun. It prefers a deep, rich loam, has a moderate growth rate and is very easy to grow. The vine is easily pruned to keep it contained. The violet blue flowers, borne in drooping 8-12 racemes, are produced in late spring … Contributed by amazon 31.05. 2007 10:19:54 (43144 readers) | |
The World of Phlox Other / Books The World of Phlox: The Complete Growing Guide: How to Grow and Take Care of Perennial Phlox (Garden Phlox and Creeping Phlox) The World of Phlox is a complete growing guide for beginners and amateur gardeners. Phlox is one of the best flowers for any flower garden - extremely beautiful and easy-care. … Contributed by amazon 03.12. 2016 12:01:45 (18798 readers) | |
Hosta 'Lakeside Cupcake' - Hosta Plants / Perennials Shade Loving Hosta Lakeside Cupcake | Unique small hosta with elegant variegated leaves which grow in a cup shape. Ivory flowers. … Contributed by amazon 07.02. 2008 12:09:51 (15530 readers) | |
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Many uses for groundcovers (5) - Deciduous shrubs Plants / Deciduous ShrubsCornus canadensis Cornus canadensis is a creeping species that does not exceed 20 cm. in height. Its leaves display an exceptionally beautiful shape and are bright green in colour. Like almost all members of this genus, the slightly arched veins in its leaves are easily visible. … Contributed by pph 11.04. 2007 20:47:30 (6668 readers) | |
Erysimum 'Bowles mauve' - shrubby wallflower Plants / Perennials Shrubby wallflower is a long-flowering perennial, or to be precise a subshrub forming woody stems, exactly like lavender plants do. Bowles’ Mauve is a beautiful variety with mauve flowers that open in late May and continue blooming until autumn. They are small, produced at the tops of erect stems which … Contributed by havlis 21.05. 2014 21:50:14 (21235 readers) | |
Hosta 'Independence' - Hosta Plants / Perennials (Plantain lily) Sport of Hosta Revolution. Green foliage with irregular white margins, speckled green. Lavender flowers. Unequaled for their beautiful foliage, low care, and many landscape uses. Hosta provide bright color in the shade with handsome, broad, ribbed foliage in many colors. Very showy from … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 09:44:46 (13475 readers) | |
Hosta 'Little Red Rooster' - Hosta Plants / Perennials Plantain lily | A cross betwee Hosta Wiggle Worm and Hosta Red Sox. Intriguing reddish colored stems and flower stalks. Pale lavender flowers. Unequaled for their beautiful foliage, low care, and many landscape uses. Hosta provide bright color in the shade with handsome, broad, ribbed foliage in many … Contributed by amazon 09.11. 2007 09:08:46 (15308 readers) | |
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The Art and Craft of Stonescaping Other / Books Setting and Stacking Stone | All you need is a shovel, a hammer, small stones, a few feet of land, and this book: master stonemason David Reed guides motivated homeowners through every step of dry-laid stonework. Have a sloped garden? Build a beautiful retaining wall with built-in benches and flowers … Contributed by amazon 03.09. 2007 10:28:13 (13726 readers) | |
