Papaver commutatum 'Ladybird' - Flanders Poppy Plants / Annuals
Charming relative of the corn field poppy producing shining crimson single blooms with a black blotch. Easy and cheerful. Flowers summer. Height 45cm (18in). …
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Gloriosa superba 'Rothschildiana' - Gloriosa Lily, Glory Lily Plants / Bulbs Glowing crimson red with a yellow base and slight yellow edge. Here s a splendid low climber, easy to grow, does well in sun or partial shade. Grows 5-6ft high, producing 12 or more lily like flowers, blooming in June-July, of exceptional beauty. Also suitable for potting. Top size bulbs. Hardy in zones: … Contributed by amazon 08.06. 2007 06:32:43 (19010 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Cercis siliquastrum - Judas Tree Plants / Deciduous Trees The most extravagant flowering small tree we know. Simply drips with rose-pink flowers from every conceivable point along the branches and trunk, then gives an encore by producing a mass of purple pods in the Autumn. Frost hardy tree. Prefers sun. … Contributed by amazon 11.10. 2007 09:02:07 (36209 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Cyclanthera pedata - Achocha Plants / Climber Plants Achocha (Lady s Slipper) | Vigorous climber producing small edible pods like okra. The small fruits have a tender, crunchy white flesh with a beany, cucumber flavor. Nice in salads or for stir fries. They can also be made into novelty pickles. Pick fruits young, when still green. … Contributed by amazon 21.10. 2007 11:36:16 (50701 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Sempervivum arachnoideum - Houseleeks Plants / Sukulents, Cactuses Sempervivum are succulent, rosette forming plants belonging to the Crassulaceae family. They are commonly known as Hens & Chicks, Houseleeks or Hen and Chickens. The main attraction of these plants is their colourful rosettes of leaves. These range from bright yellow, through various shades of green, … Contributed by amazon 16.09. 2007 04:52:20 (20051 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Plant Resins Other / Books Chemistry, Evolution, Ecology, and Ethnobotany | Few people are aware of the great diversity of resin-producing plants or the remarkable roles resins play for plants and people. Resins evolved millions of years ago to defend plants against their enemies, as recorded by fossil resins like amber, and humans … Contributed by amazon 06.04. 2007 10:24:06 (11965 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Success with Sun-Loving Plants Other / Books As gardeners become increasingly concerned with both drought and water conservation, plants that love the sun are an attractive option. From white flowering hawthorns to richly scented wisteria, they come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, with endless potential for producing stunning planting schemes. … Contributed by amazon 20.04. 2008 21:47:30 (14171 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Euphorbia lathyris - moleplant Plants / Perennials Euphorbia lathyris is also known as the mole plant because of its reputation for deterring the activity of this creature. A native of Mediterranean areas, and has also been introduced into the USA. The seeds have in the past been used for medicinal purposes and for the production of lamp oil. … Contributed by amazon 04.08. 2008 11:15:23 (67861 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Betula pendula 'Youngii' - European weeping white birch Plants / Deciduous Shrubs European white birch is an attractive tree which, however, in its basic form is not suitable for small-sized gardens. But, we have a selection for you that is excellent for every garden or even a tiny spot at your doorway. It is a weeping white birch, called ´Youngii´. It is commonly 2-3m tall, and … Contributed by havlis 15.11. 2007 16:41:25 (28867 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Pimenta dioica - allspice, pimento, Jamaica pepper Allspice Plants / Deciduous Shrubs (Pimenta dioica) also known as Jamaica Pepper or Pimento is a medium sized tree producing small purple berries that contain one or two large seeds that are the allspice of commerce. Leaves and bark also contain the allspice scent. … Contributed by amazon 26.06. 2007 12:50:19 (19566 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Geranium - Cranesbill Plants / Perennials Musical theatre buffs will know, but for those of you who don’t, this line comes from a song entitled June is Bustin’ Out All Over! from the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Carousel. This piece of musical history is set in Maine, USA and the song refers the stirring and thrilling arrival of summer … Contributed by pph 12.06. 2016 09:53:27 (14787 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Coronilla varia - Crown Vetch Plants / Perennials Crown Vetch (Coronnilla varia) Great for bare slopes and banks! Covers Ground Quickly and Beautifully! Crown-shaped clusters of tiny pink blooms bloom for months, and the rapidly-spreading foliage prevents soil erosion and smothers weeds! Crownvetch is one of the easiest, fastest, and most beautiful … Contributed by amazon 09.07. 2007 10:37:28 (16099 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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Magnolia 'Betty' - girl magnolia Plants / Deciduous Shrubs In 1955 and 1956 several crosses between m.liliflora and m.stellata were made at the U.S. National Arboretum by William F. Kosar and Dr. Francis de Vos. These selections bloom two-four weeks later than other spring blooming magnolias, reducing the possibility of frost damage to minimum. Betty’s flowers … Contributed by havlis 08.04. 2008 08:40:09 (40444 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Trees for Gardens Other / Books Trees for Gardens, Orchards, and Permaculture Are you wondering which productive trees to plant in your garden? Or are you planning a forest garden? Perhaps you are planting an orchard but want a greater diversity of useful trees than is typical? Or you’d like to know what unusual fruit trees you can … Contributed by amazon 27.09. 2016 14:47:16 (13493 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Nandina domestica - Heavenly Bamboo Plants / Evergreen Shrubs Commonly called Heavenly Bamboo, Nandina can be used in virtually any part of the landscape and is especially useful in full or part sun, where the foliage color is superb. The new growth is often bronze to rose in color, becoming green with age. In the fall and winter, the growth takes on autumn leaf … Contributed by amazon 14.09. 2007 08:56:39 (26206 readers) Match on Article's text | |
Taxus baccata 'Fastigiata Aurea' - Irish yew Plants / Conifers Irish yew is a popular evergreen conifer. They are very practical due to many varieties available offering various shapes and sizes. Another advantage is that they grow well in both full sun and in deep shade. … Contributed by havlis 23.09. 2016 16:21:41 (9162 readers) Match on Article's text | |
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