Drosera adelae - Lance-Leafed Sundew Plants / Other Drosera adelae (Lace-Leaf Australian Sundew Origin: Australia The tiny paddle-like hairy leaves are covered with drops of sticky goo, which trap insects that are attracted to the plant. In summer the sundews are topped with thin spikes holding small pink flowers. Sundews are winter hardy in most of the … Contributed by amazon 18.10. 2007 09:21:07 (24812 readers) | |
Gunnera manicata - Dinosaur Gunnera Plants / Perennials New! A plant with enormous proportions. Gunnera manicata is native to the cloud forests of the Andes. In its native habitat, individual leaves can be as much as 10 feet across, making this one of the world s largest perennial plants. Growth is very fast compared to other plants. Gunneras are considered … Contributed by amazon 10.07. 2007 14:14:50 (21716 readers) | |
Garden Ferns Other / Books The Plantfinder s Guide to Garden Ferns shows just how easily ferns can be grown in almost every garden. Martin Rickard s infectious enthusiasm shines through in his lucid text and will persuade every gardener that ferns are what their garden needs most. … Contributed by amazon 20.05. 2007 19:42:55 (11069 readers) | |
Camassia cusickii - Cusick's Quamash Plants / Bulbs Indian Blue Hyacinth (Camassia cusickii) - Outstanding planted with late pink tulips! This late spring bloomer has vivid light blue, 1 star shaped flowers borne along the top 8-12 of the stems which can reach almost 3. Plant 3-5 apart and equally deep. … Contributed by amazon 24.09. 2007 09:48:30 (28276 readers) | |
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Carnegia gigantea - Saguaro Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses Scientific Name: Carnegia gigantea (Cereus giganteus) Common Name: Saguaro, Sahuaro The 3 inch (7.6 cm) wide flowers open in the evening and crown the main stem and arms. The edible fruits split open into red, flower-like star shapes. The columnar main stem has prominent, spiny ribs, and with age it … Contributed by amazon 06.08. 2007 10:10:14 (19519 readers) | |
Magnolia x 'Galaxy' - Galaxy magnolia Plants / Deciduous Shrubs What makes this tree unique is that its strong, upright growth tendancies allow it to be easily trained into a single trunked form. This allows a nice change to most saucer magnolias multi-trunked appearances. … Contributed by amazon 16.05. 2007 09:15:56 (21026 readers) | |
Alpine Plants of Europe Other / Books A Gardener s Guide | With this reference gardeners can successfully replicate alpine plants native conditions, allowing them to grow such choice alpines as gentians, daphnes, and Dianthus. Dramatic photographs and descriptions take readers through the Pyrenees, Alps, Balkans, and Carpathians to capture … Contributed by amazon 12.04. 2007 10:11:21 (10874 readers) | |
Papaver somniferum - Opium Poppy Plants / Annuals This seed has been saved for generations for its beautiful show of lavender flowers which are followed by closed seed pods filled with poppy seeds. The blue bread seeds can be harvested and used for baking. (85 days) Approx.: 150 seeds per pack. Heirloom. Grows 1-2 tall. Reseeds readily! Moisture: Moderate … Contributed by amazon 20.09. 2007 07:55:49 (19513 readers) | |
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Helleborus orientalis 'Pink Lady' - Lenten Rose Plants / Perennials This plant has been in cultivation since the Middle Ages and is a welcome sight after Christmas. Plants are hardy in zones 4 through 9 and are 8-12 inches high. They are very easy to grow and virtually trouble free! They make a great, shade groundcover! … Contributed by amazon 14.09. 2007 09:07:23 (18950 readers) | |
Perennial Garden Design Other / Books Perennials can form a key part of a garden s structure and are dynamic and colorful plants whose forms and textures can be used to alter moods and influence the way we respond to and use a garden. The first section of this book shows how to create garden schemes with perennials, and the second section … Contributed by amazon 03.04. 2007 10:45:26 (20860 readers) | |
Intimate Garden Other / Books Visit ten spectacular examples of economically sized gardens in the U.S. and England that shows how any homeowner can create an oasis amidst the rush and tumble of a busy life. Brian Coleman shares inspiring examples of a wide variety of small gardens, and reveals just how relaxing a small retreat can … Contributed by amazon 29.01. 2008 13:11:40 (12288 readers) | |
Passiflora mollissima - Banana Passion Flower Plants / Climber Plants Banana Passion Fruit (Passiflora mollissima). A yellow, oval shaped passion fruit with bright yellow skin and orange pulp. Pulp is edible and very tasty. Often used in juice making. … Contributed by amazon 30.06. 2007 10:23:12 (24592 readers) | |
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Hedera helix 'Midas Touch' - English Ivy Plants / Climber Plants The Midas Touch Ivy is an easy to grow houseplant. It will thrive in bright, indirect light or in a window. Just water when the soil is dry. Prune as needed and new plants can be started from the cuttings. The Midas Touch Ivy has large leaves and is brightly variegated. It is a stand out! … Contributed by amazon 12.12. 2007 09:23:52 (29731 readers) | |
Salix integra 'Alba Maculata' - Hakuro Nishi Japanese Dappled Willow Plants / Deciduous Shrubs A Japanese plant with striking white-green-pink foliage. Slender branches are always moving in the breeze. Regular shearing is necessary to maintain leaf variegation. Very popular in Europe and gaining momentum in U.S. Also can be trained into an unusual bonsai specimum. … Contributed by amazon 14.08. 2007 07:53:49 (52044 readers) | |
Growing Green Other / Books Growing Green: Animal-Free Organic Techniques is an essential guide about organic growing and is perfect for absolute beginners as well as experienced professionals. This book introduces the concept of stockfree-organic and shows, through case studies, that when growers abandon the use of slaughterhouse … Contributed by amazon 10.07. 2007 14:39:44 (16365 readers) | |
Helleborus orientalis 'Yellow Lady' - Lenten Rose Plants / Perennials Hellebores, also known as Lenten or Christmas Roses, are unusual perennial plants in that they bloom in late winter. They are one of the first perennials to bloom. The leathery leaves are evergreen and the single flowers are about 3 across. The flowering period can be up to 3 months. Hellebores prefer … Contributed by amazon 14.09. 2007 09:03:52 (17789 readers) | |
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