Paeonia lutea var. ludlowii - Tree Peony Plants / Perennials 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, it s 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 … Contributed by amazon 14.11. 2007 13:22:02 (23089 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Garden Spaces Other / Books Simple Solutions for Planning and Design | Award-winning garden designer George Carter presents an array of imaginative ways to transform the look of an existing garden or create an entirely new one. With his expert techniques outlined in explanatory photographs, drawings, and easy-to-follow plans it … Contributed by amazon 05.09. 2007 09:17:56 (9765 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Cacti and Succulents Other / Books A Complete Guide to Species, Cultivation and Care | Readers will learn about more than 50 species of cacti and more than 10 families of succulents, including their ideal locations, natural habitats, and care and feeding needs, in this complete guide to these captivating plants. Beautiful specimen plants … Contributed by amazon 10.07. 2007 14:44:36 (11682 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Actaea Racemosa - Black Cohosh Plants / Perennials Fairy Candles, Black Cohosh, Bugbane - Actaea Racemosa This North American native originates from the eastern part of the US. It is no great surprise that is has been honored with the Royal Horticultural Society s Award of Garden Merit as the elongated bottle-brush spires borne on tall stems in late … Contributed by amazon 23.09. 2016 22:27:14 (14506 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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How to Propagate Other / Books Techniques and Tips for Over 1000 Plants | Almost all modern home gardeners run to a nursery at the start of every new growing season and stock up on perennials, maple saplings, and shrubs—but they don t have to. Propagating one’s own plants is far from a difficult gardening feat, and it can be an … Contributed by amazon 11.07. 2007 12:28:33 (12064 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Ferns for American Gardens Other / Books Timber Press is proud to add John Mickel s classic Ferns for American Gardens to its catalog. Unusual in its specific focus on cold-hardy ferns, the volume is based on Mickel s personal experience as a scientist and curator of ferns at the New York Botanical Garden as well as his years as a home gardener. … Contributed by amazon 10.04. 2007 10:44:22 (15456 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Trees Of The Pacific Northwest Other / Books For wilderness travelers and backyard naturalists alike, the sheer number and variety of North American trees can make identification a daunting task. For those who have struggled to distinguish the Pacific Yew from the Redwood or the Quaking Aspen from the Fremont Cottonwood comes Trees of the U.S., … Contributed by amazon 14.05. 2007 09:21:08 (9760 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Magnolia x soulangeana 'Alexandrina' - saucer magnolia Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Alexandrina is a very popular variety of saucer magnolia. Thanks to the rich colour of outer petals it is rated commercially best-selling saucer magnolia. The flowers are upto 10 cm across, white inside, flushed deep pink and purple outside, with a lovely fragrance. … Contributed by havlis 08.04. 2008 08:30:10 (56494 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Trimmer 323L Garden care / Garden Mechanization Husqvarna s lightest trimmer! Only 8.8 lb. while providing 24.5cc of power. Extensive reach and angled front loop handle prove a more effective and comfortable working position. … Contributed by amazon 06.08. 2007 10:35:32 (13104 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Sagina subulata - Irish Moss Plants / Perennials Also called: SCOTCH MOSS or PEARLWORT A flowering plant, and not a moss at all, but spreads slowly to form a dense, evergreen, moss-like carpet with dense, tiny feathery leaves. Studded with a galaxy of white flowers for a short time in mid-summer. Tolerant of sandy or rocky soil, sun or part shade, … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 09:57:44 (28610 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hibanobambusa tranquillans 'Shiroshima' - bamboo Plants / Grass, Grasses Unlike other varigated cultivars, this plant is a natural hybrid from Japan, considered one of the most beautiful bamboos. It has very large upto 25cm long leaves with stunning creamy-white varigation. Depending on the amount of sun during summer, it may announce coming of cooler weather tipping the … Contributed by havlis 07.06. 2008 06:09:33 (43345 readers) Match on Article's text | |
The New Tech Garden Other / Books Forget tired rows of carnations interspersed with a few clumped impatiens: these stunning New Tech layouts redefine what a garden can be! Award-winning designer Paul Cooper presents the best contemporary garden designs from all around the world. From the innovative to the controversial, this unique collection … Contributed by amazon 07.09. 2007 08:43:37 (9900 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Treehouses Other / Books View From the Top | No longer just kid’s stuff, modern treehouses are often used as retreats ranging from simple playrooms to two-storied adventure complexes. Features detailed case studies, including information about the design, planning, and building processes. Photographs of interiors and exteriors … Contributed by amazon 20.04. 2007 08:28:36 (17061 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Lavender Other / Books Growing & Using Lavender for Fragrance | All of lavender’s luscious qualities come together in this comprehensive volume that covers how to grow it and use its flowers and oils for a variety of healing, cooking, and beauty purposes. Drying lavender for making sachets, wands, and wreaths is covered, … Contributed by amazon 20.04. 2008 21:37:48 (14517 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Lawnscapes Other / Books Mowing Patterns to Make Your Yard a Work of Art | Every year, Americans spend some $38 billion on lawn care. But you don t need to hire a crew of landscapers to have an attractive and eye-catching front yard all that s required is a lawnmower, a few inexpensive items from the hardware store, and a little … Contributed by amazon 31.08. 2007 10:26:12 (10281 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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 (67657 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Ultimate Guide to Gazebos & Other Outdoor Structures Other / Books The Ultimate Guide to Gazebos and Other Outdoor Structures is for any homeowner who wishes to enhance his or her landscape by adding a gazebo or other structure to their property. Gazebos not only make attractive focal points in a yard or garden, they also improve the functionality of a yard by providing … Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:43:55 (17917 readers) Match on Article's text | |
