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Finding an array of unique and diverse plants for shade might seem like a daunting task, with limited options available to the gardener. Shade perennial expert W. George Schmid dispels this perception in his new encyclopedia. This companionable reference provides information on more than 7000 species …
Contributed by amazon 29.03. 2007 11:35:54 (13320 readers) |
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Shaggy shield fern is a lovely fern with geometrically regular architecture. Individual leaflets are deep green and glossy, composed around a nearly black stem. The fronds are mostly upright making an attractive specimen plant beneath tree canopies. It is hardy to about -30°C. Cut off all leaves in …
Contributed by havlis 20.04. 2008 20:44:45 (38227 readers) |
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This fern brings softness to your shady garden. The fronds are very decorative, composed of many, tiny leaflets forming a lacy-like, glossy leaves of bright green colour. They are evergreen. Though they are very hardy and can withstand heavy frosts evergreen we suggest cutting off all leaves in spring …
Contributed by havlis 27.03. 2008 16:49:16 (30812 readers) |
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Common polypody is a usual fern of mild and colder parts of Europe. It is evergreen and has about 30-40 cm long, thin stalks with mid green leaflets with rounded ends. It grows in semi-shade or shade, in woodland leafmould or epiphytically on rotting stumps or fallen tree trunks. …
Contributed by havlis 27.03. 2008 16:45:33 (24344 readers) |
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Halloweeen: Orange with Black Markings The Tango Lilies are a wonderful new hybrid of the popular Asiatic Lily. The flowers are enormous and vibrantly colored with each variety lavishly speckled in unique formations. In 1989, Piet Schenk, a Dutch Lily Hybridizer, bought pollen from Mr. Orekhof of Latvia, …
Contributed by amazon 14.08. 2007 07:58:29 (30826 readers) |
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Honey Bee: Yellow with black markings The Tango Lilies are a wonderful new hybrid of the popular Asiatic Lily. The flowers are enormous and vibrantly colored with each variety lavishly speckled in unique formations. In 1989, Piet Schenk, a Dutch Lily Hybridizer, bought pollen from Mr. Orekhof of Latvia, …
Contributed by amazon 18.09. 2007 10:46:24 (24580 readers) |
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Brunnera macrophylla Looking Glass | Family: Boraginaceae | Origin: The species is native to Siberia. A brand new sport of Brunnera Jack Frost. The entire leaf is silver and as the plant matures, the kidney-shaped leaes curve and become almost perfectly rounded. PPAF …
Contributed by amazon 09.11. 2007 09:38:36 (20469 readers) |
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Hart’s tongue fern is the only hardy fern with entire edge. There are not individual leaflets as on other species but one wide, bright green and glossy leaf. They respond well to fertilizing: the more nutrients – the bigger leaves. …
Contributed by havlis 02.04. 2008 14:17:55 (46991 readers) |
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Golden male fern is the basic species from which the most beautiful varieties arose. The “golden” bit in the name is relevant for the midrib which is yellowish-brown but cannot influence the overall appearance of bright green colour. …
Contributed by havlis 27.03. 2008 16:38:09 (28412 readers) |
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How to Garden in a Changing Climate | Britain’s Royal Horticultural Society is the authoritative source for gardening expertise, and their new guide to contemporary gardening gives gardeners, from first-timers to professionals, a definitive resource for horticultural advice. …
Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:39:31 (14203 readers) |
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Lily of the valley shrub is an attractive evergreen shrub with handsome flowers and striking red new leaves. Vase-shaped flowers are pink and hang on pink stamens in slightly pendent, long racemes. “Katsura” is the darkest variety with deep burgundy red new leaves, which turn to dark green in summer. …
Contributed by havlis 02.04. 2008 14:13:51 (43265 readers) |
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Angustifolia is a variety of hart’s tongue fern. It is a hardy fern with entire edge. In fact, the edges on this variety are serrated or curled and the leaves are narrower compared to the species. …
Contributed by havlis 27.03. 2008 16:34:18 (25588 readers) |
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Michael s 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 …
Contributed by amazon 28.11. 2007 10:23:53 (25815 readers) |
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A gorgeous celebration of the shade garden-featuring nearly 300 perennials, annuals, bulbs, ferns, ornamental grasses, and climbing plants that will thrive without direct sunlight. A shaded garden can be a soothing sanctuary that even the most dedicated sun worshipper can welcome on a hot summer day. …
Contributed by amazon 30.03. 2007 11:12:11 (19569 readers) |
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Plant Type: Deciduous Vine Uses: Climbing Propagation: Seeds, Stem cuttings, Layering, Root cuttings Habit: Climbing Light: Full Sun, Part Shade Flower Color: Yellow Blooms: Spring, Summer, Autumn Width: 3 ft.; Height: 30 - 40 ft. Fertility: Average Soil: Neutral, Moist, High, Medium Zone: 4 - 9 Attracts: …
Contributed by amazon 31.05. 2007 10:44:23 (43578 readers) |
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A deciduous climbing vine that is easy to grow and an American native. Attractive to hummingbirds, butterflies and bees, this would be a great addition to a butterfly garden. Will cling to garden structures and will grow rampantly in full sun or partial shade. Will grow in any average soil. Prune back …
Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:25:59 (37867 readers) |
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Large, cupped, full-petalled flowers of rich, dark crimson, eventually turning to a most pleasing shade of rich purple. Powerful Old Rose fragrance. Makes a striking climber of 6 ft - 8ft. …
Contributed by havlis 17.03. 2008 10:46:33 (60065 readers) |