Ligularia dentata 'Britt Marie Crawford' - Bigleaf Ligularia Plants / Perennials Ligularia are big, bold plants that need constant moisture. They are great additions to bogs, seasonally flooded areas, woodland edge or reliably moist shade gardens. They make a wonderful transition from the hosta garden to the woodlands. … Contributed by amazon 06.07. 2007 09:02:59 (25352 readers) | |
Outside the Not So Big House Other / Books Creating the Landscape of Home | In this groundbreaking book, noted landscape designer and award-winning writer Julie Moir Messervy and bestselling author Sarah Susanka reveal how to bring house and garden into perfect harmony. After all, who doesn t yearn for a landscape that is as well designed as … Contributed by amazon 30.05. 2007 10:13:30 (13863 readers) | |
Andropogon geradii - Big Bluestem Plants / Grass, Grasses Big Bluestem is a clump forming perennial grass. The lower stems are purplish or bluish color and the leaves are 1/2 inch wide and up to 20 inches long. The arrangement of the flowers in three dense elongate clusters is the reason for the common name of turkey-foot grass. It grows best in moist well … Contributed by amazon 04.06. 2007 09:18:16 (17410 readers) | |
Andropogon gerardii - Big Bluestem, Turkeyfoot Plants / Grass, Grasses Big Bluestem is a clump forming perennial grass. The lower stems are purplish or bluish color and the leaves are 1/2 inch wide and up to 20 inches long. The arrangement of the flowers in three dense elongate clusters is the reason for the common name of turkey-foot grass. It grows best in moist well … Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:34:26 (14453 readers) | |
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Nicotiana glauca - Tree Tobacco Plants / Other Large tobacco species growing up to the size of a small tree. Bluish foliage with rubber texture. Small tubular yellow flowers, about 4 cm long. Huge plant, 3 to 4 m high. Needless to say, this plant needs a very big container. Toxic foliage containing an alkaloid similar to nicotine. Hardy to -5 Celsius. … Contributed by amazon 05.07. 2007 12:01:04 (16781 readers) | |
Helianthus annuus 'Italian White' - Sunflower Plants / Annuals Boldly contrasting, big creamy white flowers with deep chocolate centres. Excellent for flower arranging and great at back of borders or against a tall wall where they provide atmosphere and contrast. Flowers summer. Height 4-5ft. … Contributed by amazon 27.09. 2007 08:46:32 (24419 readers) | |
Hibiscus syriacus 'Satin Violet' - Violet Satin Hibiscus Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Family: Malvaceae (Hibis-cus: ancient Greek and Latin name, syri-acus: Syrian) Wow! The richest, deepest color we ve ever seen in Althea! Big single, deeply saturated red-violet flowers cover this hardy, strong growing plant from July to September. Hybridized by Claude Bellion of Minier Nurseries. … Contributed by amazon 05.07. 2007 11:29:19 (29643 readers) | |
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Masja' - Bigleaf Hydrangea Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Masja Bigleaf Hydrangea - Hydrangea macrophylla Masja | Family: Hydrangaceae | (Hydran-gea: Greek for water-vessel, from shape of capsules) | Hydrangea is a fascinating genus of plants with remarkable diversity. It includes vines, shrubs, trees and semi-herbaceous plants, many with outstanding ornamental … Contributed by amazon 25.11. 2007 11:46:48 (25471 readers) | |
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Magnolia stellata - Star Magnolia Plants / Deciduous Shrubs Family: Magnoliaceae ; (Magnol-ia: bears the name of Pierre Magnol, 1638-1715, botanist of Montpellier) Ann Star Magnolia (Kosar f1 hybrid) Deep purplish-red blooms appear later than most magnolias, thus are less apt to get frosted. Big, lily-like flowers often repeat during the summer. A vigorous multi-stemmed … Contributed by amazon 26.06. 2007 13:05:44 (25837 readers) | |
Exotic Gardening Other / Books An inspirational guide for all levels of gardeners to using lush, bold foliage, even in temperate climates … Contributed by amazon 30.04. 2011 19:01:27 (23729 readers) | |
The Plant Finder Other / Books The Right Plants for Every Garden | The Plant Finder will be useful to the many thousands of garden and landscape professionals wanting a comprehensive reference. But it will also be a complete resource for the amateur gardener who makes a big investment in new plants every year, constantly changing … Contributed by amazon 20.04. 2007 08:41:50 (14220 readers) | |
Aquilegia flabellata 'Cameo' - Fan Columbine Plants / Perennials In Garden or Container, this Dwarf is Early, Colorful, and Fully Hardy! Just 5 inches tall, it sports big 1 1/2-inch blooms in shades of white, blue, and pink. This dwarf blooms earlier than most Columbines, opening huge 1 1/2-inch blooms in abundance atop compact, vigorous plants just 5 inches tall! … Contributed by amazon 07.07. 2007 11:18:27 (22504 readers) | |
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Blueprints for Harmonious Gardens Other / Books What makes a garden special? Focal points that attract the eye turn each area into a habitat of graceful beauty, and make a strong first impression. Using dozens of inspiring photographs, plus detailed drawings that provide a map of all the elements, horticulturist Tara Dillard reveals her secrets for … Contributed by amazon 06.07. 2007 09:32:05 (9206 readers) | |
Perennials Other / Books A Gardener s Reference. Perennials play a central role in today s gardens. Choosing specific plants, however, can be daunting. Is this plant hardy in my area? How big does it get? When does it bloom? Perennials: A Gardener s Reference answers these and many other questions for more than 2,700 species … Contributed by amazon 01.04. 2007 10:25:06 (9684 readers) | |
Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' - Black-Eyed Susan Plants / Perennials Bushy, vigorous 2-foot plants are hardy sun-lovers! Big, Colorful Blooms Bring in the Butterflies! 3-inch yellow daisies offer a mass of color over a long mid- and late-summer season! One of gardeners favorites for long-lasting, lush color that brings home the butterflies, Goldsturm Strain is a trouble-free, … Contributed by amazon 03.07. 2007 09:36:09 (34553 readers) | |
Platycodon grandiflorus 'Fuji White' - Balloon Flower Plants / Perennials Great for the sunny border or for cutting! Big White Balloons on Tall, Ultra-Hardy Plants! 25- to 30-inch plants bloom in summer. Cheery white stars all summer long are gorgeous in the garden or vase! This exceptionally tall variety reaches 25 to 30 inches in the garden, with blooms on long, elegant … Contributed by amazon 22.06. 2007 10:37:41 (24594 readers) | |
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