Syringa vulgaris 'Sensation' - lilac Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Lilacs are famous shrubs with showy flowers from May to June. Rich and dense upright panicles of tiny, fragrant flowers last for 3-4 weeks. Sensation is a variety with a perfect name. Its individual flowers are deep purple to violet with rich, white margins = an eye-catcher even for those who consider … Contributed by havlis 02.05. 2008 09:15:44 (67501 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Viburnum carlesii - Korean spice viburnum Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Korean spice viburnum is a slow growing shrub, making a dense bush, well branched at the base. It is popular for its fragrant inflorescence. … Contributed by havlis 04.10. 2016 16:18:03 (21647 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Aconitum napellus - monkshood Plants / Perennials Monkshood is a showy perennial flowering in summer. The flowers are indigo blue, formed in erect racemes on stems that can be 1.5 tall. Individual flowers open up from July and continue as the stems grow taller until end August. Leaves are deeply lobed, almost dissected, mid green, very ornamental. A … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 06:23:34 (74002 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hydrangea arborescens 'Bella anna' - sevenbark, smooth hydrangea Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Bella Anna™ is another successful introduction of sevenbark with pink flowers. It was bred by the famous botanist Michael Dirr in 2008 and patented in 2010 under PP21,227. Compared to the previously introduced variety Invincibelle Spirit this one has a tone deeper pink flowers. It became a part of … Contributed by havlis 03.04. 2016 13:58:20 (21532 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Trees for the Garden Other / Books In Trees for the Garden, John Cushnie draws on a lifetime’s experience as a practical gardener, explaining the benefits of a tree in the garden, how to approach trees in garden design, and offering advice on choosing, planting, and caring for them. He suggests a huge variety of trees to accommodate … Contributed by amazon 22.09. 2016 14:06:38 (13755 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Syringa josikaea - Hungarian lilac Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Lilacs are common and reliable shrubs of our climate. So it is clear that we will not offer you something that can be seen at every corner, but speciality plants that look a bit different and bring something extraordinary to your beautiful garden. … Contributed by havlis 02.06. 2014 21:32:47 (27551 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Tulipa (Darwin hybrid) 'Blushing apeldoorn' - tulip Plants / Bulbs Darwin hybrids were created by crossing formerly wild species of tulip from Central Asia (tulipa fosteriana). The result being huge flowers with almost regular pyramid shape before they open, brilliant colours, and tall, sturdy stems – excellent for cutting. Moreover, they can stand a little neglect … Contributed by havlis 19.05. 2016 10:53:08 (16445 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Seedheads in the Garden Other / Books Seedheads bring impact to late summer borders and linger to provide interest well into autumn and winter. They look dramatic set against a backdrop of fading flowers, associate well with grasses and native plants, and are key components of the naturalistic garden in which every phase of a plant is enjoyed … Contributed by amazon 02.04. 2007 10:23:33 (10216 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Angraecoid Orchids Other / Books Species from the African Region | These so-called jewels of Africa with their sparkling flowers, distinctive growth habit and floriferous nature are much prized and this account, the first to include the angraecoid orchids of both Africa and Madagascar, is long awaited. It brings together, in a single … Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 19:10:07 (11879 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Tulipa 'Blushing Apeldoorn' - tulip Plants / Bulbs Darwin hybrids were created by crossing formerly wild species of tulip from Central Asia (t.fosteriana). The result being huge flowers with almost regular pyramid shape before they open, brilliant colours, and tall, sturdy stems – excellent for cutting. Moreover, they can stand a little neglect if … Contributed by havlis 02.04. 2008 14:40:39 (27325 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Consider the Leaf Other / Books Filled with plant suggestions and hints for successfully incorporating foliage into your garden, this book explains basic leaf shapes and tonal palettes, and how to pleasingly balance them in your garden. … Contributed by amazon 10.04. 2007 10:30:43 (10568 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Ailanthus altissima - tree of heaven Plants / Deciduous Shrubs 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, … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 06:30:42 (87031 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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The Rose's Kiss Other / Books A Natural History Of Flowers | Flowers bring joy and beauty to our lives, from the smallest patch of daisies outside our window to the elaborate floral decorations on display at weddings, banquets, and funerals. As well as offering aesthetic benefits, they teach us much about how the world works-each … Contributed by amazon 25.04. 2007 21:47:09 (15946 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Ipomoea alba - Moonflower Plants / Annuals The moonflower is a vigorous twining vine that is very fast growing in really hot weather. It is a tender tropical perennial but is now seeing popular use as an annual vine in colder areas. This close relative of the morning glory has similar heart shaped leaves that are a rich green and 4-8 (10-20 cm) … Contributed by amazon 31.08. 2007 10:03:38 (18007 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Conservatory Style: Garden Rooms, Glasshouses, and Sunrooms Other / Books Born out of the heritage of structures first imagined by and constructed for the British aristocracy, the contemporary conservatory represents the ultimate in traditional elegance married to informal comfort. With or without plants and flowers, they come in every conceivable size and shape-square, oblong, … Contributed by amazon 18.09. 2007 11:37:16 (15403 readers) Match on Article's text | |
The Gardener's Peony Other / Books 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 … Contributed by amazon 07.04. 2007 11:43:59 (13991 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Aucuba japonica 'Variegata' - Japanese Aucuba Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Aucuba japonica Variegata is a great choice for even the shadiest of landscapes because it is extremely shade tolerant. It also grows well in partial sun. It grows to a form of a rounded, evergreen shrub. It has large, elliptic, glossy, yellow spotted, leathery leaves. Under dense trees, its roots compete … Contributed by abies 11.03. 2009 14:18:16 (37447 readers) Match on Article's text | |
