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TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Hypericum calycinum on Mar 30 2010
TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Euonymus japonica on Mar 29 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 30 2010)
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TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Juniperus virginiana on Mar 29 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 29 2010)
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TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Rosmarinus officinalis on Mar 29 2010
Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Narcissus 'Rosy Cloud' on Mar 28 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 01 2014)
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Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Sedum morganianum on Mar 27 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 01 2014)
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Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Juniperus communis 'Compressa' on Mar 27 2010 (Last edit was on Jul 08 2013)
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brombear (1128) wrote the following about Beaufortia squarrosa on Mar 25 2010
brombear (1128) wrote the following about Eucalyptus macrocarpa on Mar 25 2010
brombear (1128) wrote the following about Verticordia plumosa on Mar 25 2010
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Creeping St. John's Wort grows throughout my garden. It has pretty yellow flowers, but it is a pain to clear out the dead growth in the spring.
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TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Euonymus japonica on Mar 29 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 30 2010)
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Truly gorgeous compact shrub. Nice for hedges and privacy. Very commonly found with green/yellow variegated leaves. It grows quickly in full sun and needs frequent pruning or it will grow out of control. This species is tolerant of salt environments, growing well near the shore. The name Japanese Spindle derives from the use of its wood in traditional weaving techniques.
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TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Juniperus virginiana on Mar 29 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 29 2010)
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This is a very common evergreen tree in the Eastern US. Given plenty of sunlight and room, and good soil, the tree will grow explosively and can mature in as little as 10-15 years. It's great for privacy. Planted a few feet apart, the trees will form a thick wall which cannot be seen through, in a matter of years. It's also great for breaking up wind and casting shade for plants which are susceptible to high winds and strong sun. If conditions are very good, the tree can grow to enormous heights, over 50 feet. There are varieties out there which vary in size and height. Ask an expert.
TooManyWeeds87 (501) wrote the following about Rosmarinus officinalis on Mar 29 2010
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Takes forever to grow to a large size. But worth it. Fantastic plant and the leaves are great on roast chicken.
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Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Narcissus 'Rosy Cloud' on Mar 28 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 01 2014)
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Mid-season daffodil. Gorgous bloosom, but bloom is liked by slugs more than some daffodil bloosoms. Growing conditions same as for all daffodils. Bulbs did not self propagate like most daffodils do for me. Died out after two years.
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Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Sedum morganianum on Mar 27 2010 (Last edit was on Mar 01 2014)
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There is a variation of Sedum morganianum sometimes called Sedum Burrito with shorter stems and shorter, rounder leaves, rather than the more pointed leaves. Seems to be questions of whether S. Burrito is a cultivator of S. morganianum or another species. Both are nice plants for sunny locations.
Have mine in an east window and it has remained a gorgeous tight leafed plant. I do nothing with mine and seldom water. When the tails get too long I pinch off a 5-6 inch section of end, strip the leaves for about a 2 inch section and start a new pot of plants. If any leaves PPP off I always add them to the top of the planter. Most will root keeping the pot looking lush with new plants covering stems |
Jewell (5504) wrote the following about Juniperus communis 'Compressa' on Mar 27 2010 (Last edit was on Jul 08 2013)
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My little compressa is four feet tall and about a foot wide. Nice shape and small root ball makes it suitable for long term container plant. Zones may vary since it is a temperate weather plant, but with cooler conditions can go up to planting zone 9. Can get as tall as 6 feet.
Has had a tendency to have trouble with spider mites. Needs to be throughly hosed down regularly to keep the mites in check. |
brombear (1128) wrote the following about Beaufortia squarrosa on Mar 25 2010
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Requires low summer humidity. Seeds may remain in capsules indefinately, proapgation from hardened current season pre flowering growth is fairly viable. Occurs on the western coastal region of south Western Australia.
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brombear (1128) wrote the following about Eucalyptus macrocarpa on Mar 25 2010
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Grows in open sandy heath from the Gerladtown region of Western Australia. Suited to a hot, dry climate. The foliage on this sprawling silver beauty is as much an attraction as the flowers which are up to 9cm diameter (big for a eucalypt).
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brombear (1128) wrote the following about Verticordia plumosa on Mar 25 2010
Sandy or clayey soils, gravel, granite. Seasonally wet situations, rock outcrops, undulating plains, hills, road verges. Endemic to the south west and southern coast of WEstern Australia, and inland from Kalgoorie to Geraldtown
