Koelreuteria paniculata - golden-rain tree Plants / Deciduous Trees Not many trees bloom in mid or even late summer when all the spring flowering beauties have only leaves. Golden-rain tree is one of the few. In late July/early August upto 30 cm long panicles of small, bright yellow flowers appear on this medium sized tree. The flowers can remain on the tree for as long … Contributed by havlis 04.02. 2010 10:25:00 (58229 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Creating Bonsai Landscapes Other / Books 18 Miniature Garden Projects - Western home and garden design has been increasingly influenced in recent years by ancient Eastern traditions. Feng shui masters are now routinely consulted by architects and interior designers, and bonsai gardening continues to fascinate and inspire. … Contributed by amazon 29.03. 2007 11:50:36 (16926 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Actinidia arguta 'Issai' - mini-kiwi Plants / Fruit woods Issai is a self-fertile variety of the so-called mini-kiwi. This means that unlike the species it does not need a male and a female plant to produce fruit. Apart from tasty fruit it is a nice plant, too, with deep green leaves and scented flowers in June … Contributed by havlis 10.09. 2016 09:23:18 (23665 readers) Match on Article's text | |
John Deere Landscaping & Lawn Care Other / Books The Complete Guide to a Beautiful Yard Year-Round | Provides practical and accessible projects that homeowners can accomplish in a weekend. Creating a comfortable, attractive, and safe outdoor living space is an essential part of home ownership. While homeowners take great responsibility for their home … Contributed by amazon 06.07. 2007 09:42:07 (13383 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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The American Woodland Garden Other / Books Capturing the Spirit of the Deciduous Forest | North America s eastern half, roughly from the Midwest to the Atlantic, was once a great deciduous forest. Although centuries of human intervention have cleared much of the land, the timeless forest remains in the spirit of the place. Today, even the shortest … Contributed by amazon 10.04. 2007 10:33:52 (16277 readers) Match on Article's text | |
The American Woodland Garden Other / Books Capturing the Spirit of the Deciduous Forest | North America s eastern half, roughly from the Midwest to the Atlantic, was once a great deciduous forest. Although centuries of human intervention have cleared much of the land, the timeless forest remains in the spirit of the place. Today, even the shortest … Contributed by amazon 18.05. 2007 07:56:57 (9458 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Geranium x cantabrigiense 'Karmina' - cranesbill Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Cranesbill is a genus comprising of about 300 species. It is commonly used as a ground-covering perennial which can quickly form a respectable carpet. When if full bloom it offers a solid, one-colour show which in mass plantings looks stunning. Thanks to low growth it mostly finds its place under trees … Contributed by havlis 12.06. 2016 10:15:59 (16422 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Making the Most of Shade Other / Books 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 (19703 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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How to Make a Garden Other / Books From Canada’s leading garden expert comes a unique and practical step-by-step guide to creating the garden of your dreams. With her inimitable charm and boundless knowledge, noted gardener and author Marjorie Harris establishes the template for creating the garden that is right for your tiny urban … Contributed by amazon 31.08. 2007 10:29:12 (9762 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Geranium himalayense 'Baby blue' - Himalayan cranesbill Plants / Perennials Cranesbill is a genus comprising of about 300 species. It is commonly used as a ground-covering perennial which can quickly form a respectable carpet. When if full bloom it offers a solid, one-colour show which in mass plantings looks stunning. Thanks to low growth it mostly finds its place under trees … Contributed by havlis 21.05. 2014 21:42:22 (22865 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Musa basjoo 'Sakhaline' - Japanese banana Plants / Tropical and Subtropical Plants Another striking feature of exotic-like gardens in our climate (zone 6) are leaves of banana trees. This selection “Sakhaline” is fully hardy and was named by the largest Russian island in the North Pacific, where its origin is. Though this island is in the same climatic zone as for example China, … Contributed by havlis 02.05. 2008 08:48:12 (37900 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Landscaping with Native Plants of Southern California Other / Books The best plants for the unique needs and resources of Southern California, with photos, maps, charts, and design samples, as well as advice on maintenance and conservation. … Contributed by amazon 12.02. 2008 10:51:30 (26495 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Professional Planting Design Other / Books Richly illustrated with photographs and drawings, Professional Planting Design covers the basics as well as the advanced concepts of planting design including: selecting plant characteristics, types of mixed bed plantings, structuring and composing mixed beds, creating mixed palettes for seasonal variation, … Contributed by amazon 31.03. 2007 20:07:23 (15496 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Liquidambar styraciflua 'Albomarginata' - sweetgum Plants / Deciduous Trees Sweet gums are highly ornamental trees or shrubs which have been on top of the popularity list for centuries. These come from North America from where they spread to nearly whole world: from colder parts of temperate regions to southern countries where summer temperatures easily reach 40°C. Their give-away … Contributed by havlis 19.10. 2016 11:11:12 (13477 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Acer palmatum 'Dissectum Garnet' - Japanese maple Plants / Deciduous Shrubs “Dissectum Garnet” is one of the top selling Japanese maples ever. It has been popular around the world for many decades. Its filigree leaves are deeply cut = dissected, hence its name. They look like giant snowflakes cut in pieces and densely cover even young plants. The colour show begins with … Contributed by havlis 16.02. 2008 19:06:42 (70293 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Hippophae rhamnoides - sea buckthorn Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Sea buckthorn is getting more and more attention as a healthy type of fruit of high medicinal value. Some gardeners may not like its and broomy appearance, while others may welcome its wild and rampant image. … Contributed by havlis 13.10. 2016 15:26:26 (15655 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Fagus sylvatica 'Black Swan' - weeping copper beach Plants / Deciduous Trees Beech is a reliable and hardy tree of our climate. On the market today there are many wild forms and hybridized varieties as well as selections that can satisfy the taste of almost everyone. They can offer various colours of foliage, and sizes from dwarf to extra large. Just a note about its Latin name: … Contributed by havlis 03.12. 2016 12:11:03 (20710 readers) Match on Article's text | |
