The Best Season
When considering shrubs with berries, remember many of the roses will produce large, colorful rose hips if they are allowed to do so. Some cultivars or species, such as Rosa xanthina, the Manchu rose, has particularly colorful hips. It produces ... [... more]
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Purple Heart
Though purple heart is grown mostly for its attractive foliage, the blossoms are quite attractive as well. These have three petals, about an inch across. These open in bunches. They have gorgeous bright golden anthers, which add a touch of ... [... more]
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The Mysterious Orchids
Florida’s native orchids have been the subject of a number of books. “Wild Love Affair-Essence of Florida’s Native Orchids” presents breathtaking photography and text by Connie Bransilver. It was published by Westcliffe Publishers. This is no ... [... more]
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Exotic Or Tropical Looking Plants For The Landscape
Concerning the other flowering tropicals, the most beautiful seem to be the trumpet flowers (Brugmansia and Datura), flowering gingers, and the bananas. Thanks to recent introductions, ornamental bananas can be grown in colder regions of the U.S. ... [... more]
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Gardening Gifts For Mother's Day 2008
Make it easy for your mom to keep in touch by including a set of Galison’s new Social Notes. For gardeners choose the William Morris Garden Tulip Social Notes. This set has a fold-down magnetic closure. This gorgeous box contains 20 social ... [... more]
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Some Craft Books With Garden-Related Projects
“The Illustrated Complete Idiot’s Guide to Altered Art” by Allyson Bright Meyer was released by Alpha. This features numerous projects using various kinds of materials, including natural items from the garden. In this in-depth guide, you’ll learn ... [... more]
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