Dicentra spectabilis 'Goldheart' - Bleeding Heart Plants / Perennials GoldHeart Bleeding Heart - Dicentra spectabilis Goldheart Family: Fumariaceae Origin: Hybrid origin. A magnificent specimen with golden, iridescent leaves. This stunning plant is topped in the spring with rose-pink flowing flowers. Looks great with hosta. … Contributed by amazon 16.05. 2007 09:41:25 (30289 readers) | |
Plant Exploration for Longwood Gardens Other / Books Longwood Gardens of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, enjoys a long and distinguished tradition of plant exploration and introduction, dating back to the foundation of its arboretum in 1798. Since the 1950s, 50 such plant-hunting expeditions have taken place on six continents and in some 50 countries. These … Contributed by amazon 03.04. 2007 11:11:29 (13364 readers) | |
Step-by-Step Landscaping Other / Books A new edition of Better Homes and Gardens(r) best-selling landscaping book Packed with 408 pages of all-new material from the editors of Better Homes and Gardens(r) books, this complete landscaping guide has everything you need to know transform your yard. More than 700 stunning photographs and 100 complete … Contributed by amazon 27.09. 2007 08:59:18 (17171 readers) | |
Gypsophila repens 'Rosea' - Creeping Baby's Breath Plants / Perennials A delightful plant for cascading down rock gardens, walls and dry banks, its greyish leaves are covered by a froth of small pink flowers in summer. It is happy in sandy or stony soils, but does best in deep well-drained soil. Plant in full sun, 12 inches apart. Grows only 6 tall. A very hardy perennial! … Contributed by amazon 20.06. 2007 09:34:38 (29368 readers) | |
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Ilex crenata 'Dwarf Pagoda' - Japanese Holly Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Japanase Pagoda Holly Bonsai - Ilex crenata Dwarf Pagoda A miniature variety of Japanese Holly. Stems are very short, 1 foot at most. Leaves are dark green on horizontal branches. Very compact plant. The plant is a true natural Bonsai. Also a good patio plant or house plant. Introduced by the National … Contributed by amazon 02.10. 2007 09:13:04 (50025 readers) | |
Adromischus trigynus - Calico Hearts Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses The Calico Hearts Plant (Adromischus trigynus) is a small succulent plant native to South Africa. It is an easy to grow plant and with the spotting makes it a very showy succulent. This plant needs full sun, warm temperatures, and a well-drained potting mix. During the growing season (May-October) water … Contributed by amazon 07.07. 2007 11:10:25 (24469 readers) | |
Designing California Native Gardens Other / Books The Plant Community Approach to Artful, Ecological Gardens | Inspirational, practical, and easy to use, this book was created with the aim of conveying the awesome diversity and beauty of California s native plants and demonstrating how they can be brought into ecologically sound, attractive, workable, … Contributed by amazon 30.05. 2007 10:10:38 (17602 readers) | |
Fritillaria michailovskyi - Fritillary Plants / Bulbs 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 (25910 readers) | |
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Pilea cadierei - Aluminum Plant Plants / Perennials The Aluminium Plant, Pilea cadierei is a native of Vietnam and is grown for its attractive foliage. The dark green leaves have silver markings between the veins. It prefers very bright, but indirect light. Keep evenly moist, not wet or dry. This showy plant prefers temperatures above 60 degrees F. Trim … Contributed by amazon 11.07. 2007 11:52:28 (28076 readers) | |
Helichrysum italicum - Curry Plant, Immortelle Plants / Perennials Curry Plant looks very similar to a Lavender in its leaf stage. But, it looks totally different in bloom. Curry Plant likes it warm and dry. It is native to Turkey and thrives on sunny slopes. … Contributed by amazon 06.06. 2007 08:23:09 (20466 readers) | |
Corydalis quantmeyerana - Chocolate Star Plant Plants / Perennials Chocolate Star Plant - Corydalis quantmeyerana Chocolate Star Family: Fumariaceae Unusual somewhat toothed chocolate brown folliage. Creamy white flowers Hardy in zones 5-8 Blooms June-August Height: 10-15 Prefers sun or part-shade. … Contributed by amazon 08.07. 2007 09:53:30 (18349 readers) | |
Myosotis sylvatica 'Victoria Rose' - Forget-Me-Not Plants / Perennials Forget-Me-Not Victoria Rose - Tiny, rose-pink flowers on compact bushy plant. Use for borders and edging. Reseeds. Great for shady rock gardens, beds or borders. … Contributed by amazon 27.07. 2007 08:28:55 (28860 readers) | |
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Picea abies 'Little Gem' - Norway Spruce Plants / Bonsais A dwarf form of Norway Spruce. Needles are very small with dark green color. Plant only grows about 1-2 inches a year.The form is a round bun. Plant found in Holland around 1965 by Grootendorst Nursery in Boskoop. … Contributed by amazon 21.01. 2008 08:25:21 (43110 readers) | |
New Complete Guide to Landscaping: Design, Plant, Build Other / Books The perfect companion to the Better Homes and Gardens New Complete Guide to Gardening. Illustrated easy-to-follow instructions for planning, designing, and building typical landscape projects. … Contributed by amazon 08.09. 2006 11:35:01 (28610 readers) | |
Ophiopogon planiscapus 'Nigrescens' - Black Mondo Grass Plants / Grass, Grasses Each 6 tall circular mound is composed of truly black 1/4 wide foliage. Spreading by rhizomes, a single plant will make a nice 20 wide mat in 2 years. For fast coverage, we plant on 8 centers. This easy-to-grow groundcover makes a great backdrop for blues, golds and good imaginations. Plant in part sun … Contributed by amazon 01.07. 2007 21:55:53 (106060 readers) | |
Delosperma cooperi - Hardy ice plant, Trailing ice plant Plants / Perennials This clumping ice plant produces a dome of bright purple flowers. The texture of the petals is shimmering -- almost like metal. It starts blooming in June and continues steadily until fall. It promises to be an essential small-scale ground cover or edging for a border. Height: 4. Width: 10. Sun: Full … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 07:20:01 (20341 readers) | |
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