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Narcissus "Sir Winston Churchill" 
Creamy white flowers and orange petals. It has multiple, fragrant flowers per stem. Reaches 15-16" and is a late bloomer (May 14) After reading about this remarkable plant for many years, it was fun to see it up close and personal. Carved in icons, pictures, etc., add a touch of class to the bench. The silver foliage in the upper left background is Artemesia Powis Castle
Orchidaceae:orchidaceae spiranthes cernua:Nodding Ladies' Tresses:The spiraled arrangement of the flowers on the stem, give this plant a special charm.::12.29.02 5.1.05
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium macrorrhizum brevans:Brevan's Variety:A variety of Geranium macrorrhizum with deep red sepals and deep magenta petals. ::01.03.04 4.18.05
Euphorbiaceae:euphorbiaceae euphorbia obesa:Baseball Cactus, Living Baseball:A "weird but lovable" plant. It is spherical and cute when young, becomes columnar and interesting with age. This plant is a succulent member of the "Euphorbia" family. It is not a cactus.::02.05.02, 03.08.02 05.17.05
Caprifoliaceae ::Blackhaw Viburnum (natural site):A large ornamental shrub or small tree. White flowers in May with red fall foliage.::08.30.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta whirlwind:Whirlwind Hosta:A medium to large mounded green Hosta with greenish white centers to the leaves.::08.04.02 4.26.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Golden Teardrop:::
Primulaceae ::Oxlip Primula, Oxlip Primrose:A short Primula with yellow flowers good for the shaded moist areas of the garden.::
Crassulaceae ::Purple Emperor Sedum:One of the darkest foliage Sedums available. Produces pink flowers in the summer.::7.2.05
Celastraceae:celastraceae celastrus scandens:Bittersweet, American Bittersweet:A vigorous twining vine that is prized for the yellow-orange fruit.::1.01.02, 4.7.5
Poaceae:poaceae hystrix patula:Bottle Brush Grass:woodland grass that gets 3-5 feet tall growing in the shaded areas of the woods.::08.13.02 5.7.05
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae juniperus procumbens nana japanese garden juniper:Japanese Garden Juniper:A low growing wide spreading shrub that grows best in the full sun.::4.22.02. 3.26.05 5.15.05
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum spurium:Two-row Stone Crop, Sedum spurium:A succulent ground cover that tolerates hot dry areas.::4.15.05
Scrophulariaceae::Waterperry Blue Veronica:A low growing free flowering plant.::7.2.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae tulipa parrot:Parrot Tulips:The Parrot Tulips produce large flowers with heavily fringed and scalloped petals, blooming mid to late season. The blooms start off almost completely green and change to their color as they open. Because of the large flowers they need a protected area.::03.21.03 4.27.05
Scrophulariaceae::Straw Foxglove, Yellow Foxglove:A true perennial Foxglove with pale yellow flowers.::
Moraceae:moraceae ficus elastica:Rubber Tree:A large growing plant that can be finicky to grow or it will grow like a weed. Bright lit areas grow on the dry side.::4.21.05
Oxalidaceae:oxalidaceae oxalis regnellii propagation series::This section contains pictures of propagating Oxalis.::5.1.05
Salicaceae ::Golden Curls Willow:A large shrub to a small tree with twisted stems and leaves.::
Oleaceae ::Green Ash:The native green Ash is not used much in the landscape. It has been superseded by many of the newer cultivars::
Asteraceae:asteraceae silphinum terebinthinaceum:Prairie Dock:A very tall, long lived native prairie plant.::4.11.5
Cupressaceae::Arcadia Juniper:A dense low growing Juniper.::
Liliaceae ::Hosta Platinum Tiara:A medium sized dense Hosta with gold center leaves and a thin white margin.::
Urticaceae:urticaceae pilea microphylla:Artillery Plant:A relatively easy to plant to grow in the bright to moderate lit places in the house. When in its artillery mode, a small dusty mess will be created by the discharged pollen. ::05.31.02 7.03.05
Aceraceae ::Autumn Flame Maple:A fast growing selection of the Red Maple.::11.22.05
Taxodiaceae:taxodiaceae taxus x media wardii:Wardii Yew:A wide spreading, flat top Yew cultivar.::07.12.03 6.25.05
Commelinaceae::Turtle Vine, Bolivian Inch Plant, Basket Plant:An easy to grow, vigorous creeping vine quickly filling out the growing container.::04.08.06
Asteraceae:asteraceae argyranthemum frutescens comet pink:Comet Pink Marguerite Daisy:A Marguerite Daisy loaded with pink daisy-like flowers can be used as a potted plant or in the garden.::4.9.5
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Liliaceae:liliaceae uvularia grandiflora:Large Flowered Bell Wort:An attractive plant for the shade garden. It has pale yellow drooping flowers.::4.27.05
Solanacea::Browallia Blue Bells:A cascading plant with blue star shaped flowers::
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium clarkei kashmir white:Kashmier White Geranium:An easy to grow white flowering, mid-sized hardy Geranium for the full sun to partial shaded area of the garden.::02.21.02 4.18.05
Hydrangeaceae::Limelight Hydrangea:An unusual Hydrangea with panicules of lime green flowers changing to white::
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae aquilegia photo album:Columbine Photo Album:A collection of different types of Columbines.::
Acanthaceae:acanthaceae hypoestes phyllostachia:Freckle-face, Polka Dot Plant:A small plant with very colorful leaf markings. Needs bright light for the best leaf color.::3.23.02
Solanaceae:solanaceae petunia limelight:Petunia Limelight:An unique Petunia with yellow and green two tone leaves. It has deep purple flowers that contrast with the foliage.::07.18.03 6.24.05, 08.19.05
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja:White Cedar, Arborvitae:This section contains pictures of "Arborvitae" that have been used in different landscapes spots.::5.17.05
Cornaceae:cornaceae cornus mass golden glory:Cornelian Cherry Dogwood:A very early blooming large shrub or small tree.::5.15.05
Cornaceae:cornaceae cornus sericea var flaviramea:Yellow Twig Dogwood:A medium to tall, wide spreading shrub grown mainly for its yellow stems.::5.15.05
Asteraceae::Achillea Schwellenberg:::
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae anemone cylindrica:Thimble Weed, Candle Anemone:A short white flowering native prairie plant. Grows best in full sun drier sites.::07.06.03 5.10.05
Begoniaceae ::Non Stop Begonias:A seed grown variety of tuberous Begonias::
Pinaceae:pinaceae picea glauca rainbows end:Rainbows End Dwarf White Spruce:A dwarf spruce with a bright yellow early spring new growth followed with another creamy yellow flush in mid summer.::5.6.05
Taxodiaceae ::Beanpole Yew, Bean Pole Yew, Columnar Yew:A narrow columnar form of the Yew.::
Rosaceae::Cinderalla Flowering Crab:A dwarf petite white flowering ornamental Crab.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae trillium luteum:Yellow Trillium, Yellow Wake Robin:A beautiful Trillium reaching up to 18" tall with yellow flowers.::5.15.02 4.27.05
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae pelargonium hortorum:Geranium:One of the more popular outdoor plants used in containers and bedded out in the garden.::4.18.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae sansevieria trifasciata moonshine:Sansevieria Moonshine:A medium sized plant with silver leaves. ::4.26.05
Commelinaceae:commelinaceae setcreasea purpurea:Purple Heart:An easy to grow indoor plant with deep purple colored leaves.::4.15.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae argyranthemum frutescens harvest snow:Argyranthemum Harvest Snow:A cold tolerant plant that produces lots of small white daisy-like flowers on trailing stems.::11.06.03 4.9.5
Arecacaea::Washington Palm, Fan Palm:A very tall growing palm used as large landscape palms in warmer hardiness zones.::
Rosaceae ::Lavender Dream Rose:A busy arching, medium size shrub rose with semi-double lavender-pink flowers.::03.30.06
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta sieboldiana great expectations:Hosta Great Expectations:A large mound forming Hosta that will become a show place in your garden. Leaves are blue-green to green with variegation. ::6.30.02 4.26.05
Taxodiaceae:taxodiaceae taxus x media andersonii:Anderson's Yew:A fast growing spreading Yew. Has never winter burned in any of my plantings.::7-21-01 6.25.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum acre. Golden Moss Sedum, Biting Stone Crop:A tough, draught tolerant, low growing Sedum.::6.22.05
:mixed garden scenes annuals fox river #1::A large garden in front of Fox River Greenhouses and Landscaping, Big Bend, Wisconsin::4.5.5
Pinaceae ::R. Kluis Blue Spruce:A slow growing very blue spruce cultivar.::
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae barbarea vulgaris:Winter Cress,Yellow Rocket:The bright yellow flowers of this early blooming plant are very noticeable in the early spring landscape. It is a short lived perennial or biennial and is found growing just about anywhere.::5.25.02, 6.22.02 4.12.5
Caprifoliaceae :::::
Apocynaceae:apocynaceae amsonia hubrichtii:Thread Leaf Blue Star, Narrow-leaf Blue Star, Arkansas Amsonia:A medium size perennial with pale blue flowers and brilliant yellow fall foliage.::4.8.5
Araceae::Synogonium cultivars, Arrowhead Vine:This section contains pictures of some of the different Syngonium cultivars. ::4.9.6
Asteraceae:asteraceae solidago rigida:Stiff Glodenrod:A common Goldenrod found growing in open fields and along roadsides. Easy to identify because of its leaves. As with all Goldenrod's, they are not the culprit that cause allergy problems. Their pollen is relatively heavy and is carried away by insects not the wind.::09.02.02 4.11.05
Polemoniaceae ::Emerald Blue Creeping Phlox:A low growing ground cover perennial with moss-like foliage and blue flowers in May.::
Poaceae::Purple Majesty:A 2003 All American Selection of Purple Millet. The dark purple foliage and flowers make this a stunning plant.::8.01.05
Fumariaceae::Dolly Sods Bleeding Heart:An improved Fringed bleeding heart collected in the Dolly Sods area of West Virginia.::
Begoniaceae ::Looking Glass Begonia:A cane type Begonia with Pink flowers.::
Cruciferae:cruciferae alliaria petiolata:Garlic Mustard:Garlic Mustard is a European plant that was introduced to the USA by early settlers. It was used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. Now Garlic Mustard has become a major invasive weed problem.::08.29.02, 10.01.02 4.15.05
Apiaceae::Purple Parsnip, Korean Angelica:A tall stunning plant with deep purple flowers.::
Liliaceae ::Hosta Willy Nilly:A medium to large Hosta with pointed leaves and white flowers.::
Scrophulariaceae ::Penstemon Iron Maiden:::09.23.05
Compositae:compositae cosmos sulphureus sunset:Cosmos:This cultivar is an All American winner. A medium tall to medium spreading plant for the full sun, hot dry areas of the garden. Orange-scarlet to vermillion-red, semi-double flowers.::7-21-01 4.16.05
Ranunculaceae :::A very ornamental medium to tall, medium spreading perennial with airy puplr flowers with purple stems.::11.09.05
Asteraceae ::Achillea Golden Plate:A tall Achillea reaching 4-5 feet.::
Araliaceae:araliaceae dizygotheca elegantissima cultivars:False Aralia cultivars:This section contains pictures and descriptions of False Aralia cultivars.::02.22.02 4.9.5
Asteraceae::Fiesta Del Sol Mexican Sunflower, Tithonia Mexican Sunflower:One of the first dwarf Mexican Sunflowers.::
Aceraceae ::Northfire Maple :A selection of Red Maple with good branching habit and a superior fall color::11.25.05
Moraceae::Long Leaf Fig:An unusual looking Fig with long thin leaves. ::4.30.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae cirsium arvense:Canada Thistle, Field Thistle, Creeping Thistle:A noxious weed that can be a major problem in gardens, landscape plantings or fields.::10.05.02 4.8.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta sum and substance:Hosta Sum and Substance:A very large growing Hosta with yellow foliage.::4.26.05
Convolvulaceae:convolvulaceae ipomea batatus tricolor:Ornamental Sweet Potato Vine Tricolor:A Sweet Potato vine with green, pink and cream colors in the leaves. Doesn't seem to grow as fast or as aggressive like some of the other Sweet Potato Vines.::
Geraniaceae ::Variegated Rose Scented Geranium:A variegated form of the rose scented Geranium.::04.14.06
Begoniaceae ::Sinbad Begonia:A beautiful angel wing type Begonia with pebbled surface, silver green foliage with tinges of red over tones. ::
Asteraceae:asteraceae cynara cardunculus:Cardoon:A large thistle-like plant that is grown as an ornamental or an vegetable.::4.8.5
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia fulgida speciosa viette's little suzie:Rudbeckia Viette's Little Suzie:A down sized version of the larger Rudbeckia Goldstrum.::07.23.03 4.10.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta blue dimples:Blue Dimples Hosta:A small blue foliage Hosta.::4.22.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae osteospermum:Cape Daisy, South African Daisy:A free flowering plant that enjoys cool evenings.::07.11.03 4.10.5
Liliaceae :::::
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Aceraceae ::Northwood Maple:A selection of Red Maple.::11.22.05
Liliaceae:liliacea allium cernuum:Nodding Onion, WIld Onion, Lady's Leek:A native perennial plant forming a nodding umbel of white to light lavender flowers.::4.22.05
Asteraceae ::Giant Daisy, High Daisy:A very tall bush-like daisy::
Liliaceae:liliaceae chionodoxa sardensis:Glory-of-the-Snow:One of the earliest bulbs to bloom in our area. A great plant to perennialize a spot in the garden.::4.13.02 4.22.05
Asteraceae ::Purple Coneflower Razzmatazz:A double tiered cultivar with the base being the typical flower but with a pom pom like flower sitting on the top of the center cone. Often called the worlds first double purple cone flower.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia maxima:Giant Coneflower, Swamp Coneflower, Cabbage Leaf Coneflower, Great Coneflower:A very interesting tall Rudbeckia that is best planted in groups.::4.10.5
Onagraceae ::American Willow Herb, Hairy Willow Herb:A 3-5 foot erect plant with small white flowers found n wet areas.::
Piperaceae:piperaceae peperomia caperata emerald ripple:Emerald Ripple Peperomia:One of the popular Peperomia's. The small heart-shaped leaves are corrugated and quilted like a washboard. Refer to Peperomia "Red Ripple" for a complete cultural listing for this plant.::rev 02.11.02 5.6.05
Labiatae:labiatae ajuga reptans burgundy glow:Burgundy Glow Ajuga:A low growing ground cover plant for the shaded areas. It has multicolored foliage along with spikes of violet-blue flowers. Prefers semi-shade, moist soil.::6.1.02 4.19.05
Araceae::Black Magic Elephant Ears, Black Magic Taro:Produces large dark, bold leaves adding a tropical feel to the garden.::
Ranunculaceae::Fern Leaf Peony:A short Peony with double red flowers and ferny foliage.::5.11.05
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium endressi wargravepink:Wargrave Pink Geranium:A medium tall, narrow spreading plant for the semi-shaded area of the garden. Produces small clear pink flowers.::04.15.01, 04.19.02 4.18.05
Rosaceae:::::
Tropaelolaceae:tropaelolaceae tropaeolum majus:Nasturium:An old fashion, edible plant that should be used more in today's annual gardens. Needs at least 1/2 day of sun.::7.3.05
Rosaceae::Ballerina Rose:A large shrub rose producing masses of pink flowers.::
Pinaceae:pinaceae pinus sylvestris mitsch weeping:Mitsch Weeping Scots Pine:A form of Scots pine that insists on being prostrate unless trained otherwise.:: 5.6.05
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae weigela florida elvera:Weigela Midnight Wine:A dwarf version of Weigela Wine and Roses.::4.12.05
Geraniaceae ::Geranium Victor Reiter Jr:A hardy Geranium with foliage changing from purple to purple flushed green.::
Poaceae:poaceae miscanthus sinensis ferner osten:Miscanthus Ferner Osten:::4.28.02
Pinaceae:pinaceae pinus mugo:Mugo Pine, Swiss Mountain Pine:Many people call this a dwarf Pine. Dwarf is a relative term. Comparing this to a 60-70 foot pine, it is dwarf, but it can reach a height of over 15 feet by a spread equal or greater. To often the labels of these plants list them as 2-4 feet.::5.6.05
Aceraceae ::Cutleaf Maple:A selection of the Silver Maple with deeply cut lobes.::
Marantaceae:marantaceae maranta leuconeura kerchoviana:Rabbit Track Plant, Prayer Plant:A plant that requires a little more work. It tolerates most normal house conditions but prefers a few up grades. It also goes through a die back dormancy period.::4.30.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae helichrysum petiolare variegatum:Licorice Splash Licorice Plant:A compact foliage plant with variegated velvety yellow and green gray leaves. Commonly used in patio pots and other outdoor planters.::
Buxaceae:buxaceae pachysandra terminalis:Pachysandra, Japanese Spurge:A short evergreen ground cover for the shaded areas.::04-16-01 4.12.05
Cupressaceae ::Juniperus virginiana creba:A slender growing botanical variety of the more common Red Cedar.::8.02.05
Bignoniacea::Catalpa aulverulenta:A variegated cultivar of the Northern Catalpa.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae cordyline indivisa:Spike, Spiked Dracaena, Mountain Cabbage-tree:A tropical plant that is commonly used in combination with flowering annuals in outdoor pots and sometimes in gardens. It provides a vertical form for the combinations. An extremely rugged plant.::12.14.0 4.22.05
Begoniaceae::Dragon Wing Begonia:An easy to grow prolific blooming plant. Has been described as a Begonia on steroids.::
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum matrona:Sedum Matrona:A medium size perennial with pink flowers and burgundy-green foliage. Best in the full sun.::5.15.05, 5.25.05
Acanthaceae:acanthaceae thunbergia alata:Black-eyed Susan Vine:A fast growing vine that works well in hanging baskets, climbing up a trellis or tumbling out of containers. Does best in morning sun and shade during the hotter part of the day.::6.10.03, 11.21.02 4.7.5
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae origanum dictamus:Dittany of Crete:A draught tolerant tender perennial that works well in patio pots and baskets.::12.01.03 4.21.05
Begoniaceae ::Begonia Cherry Blossom:A begonia with double white to pink flowers that look like smalls cotton balls.::
Rosaceae:rosaceae geum canadense:White Avens:A rough somewhat sprawling plant with white flowers and hooked seed pods.::5.14.05
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae lamiastrum galeobdolon herman's pride:Lamium Hermans Pride:This is a non-invasive short plant with a narrow spread, silver flecked foliage and yellow flowers. Grows best in semi-shaded to shaded areas of the garden. ::7-29-01 04.21.05
Rubiaceae:rubiaceae galium odoratum:Sweet Woodruff:A rapid growing, white flowering plant for the shaded areas of the garden. The dried foliage has the scent of new mown hay.::6.1.05
Begoniaceae ::Begonia Wollny:::
Liliaceae:liliaceae hemerocallis orange flowering daylily:Orange flowering Daylily:This section contains pictures of Daylily with orange flowers.::7-19-02 4.22.05
Compositae::Peter Pan Zinnia:One of the first dwarf Zinnia to appear on the flower market. Although many dwarf cultivars have breed developed since, it is still a good dwarf Zinnia for the annual garden.::
Liliaceae::Sea onion, Climbing onion, Zulo potato:A weird but lovable highly succulent plant. The stem is a bulb from which a long twinning flowering stalk grows.::5.2.05
Asteraceae ::Red Ribbed Chicory:An ornamental edible plant.::
Geraniaceae::Peppermint Scented Geranium, Penny Royal Pelargonium:A large sprawling, fast growing mint scented Geranium with soft velvety textures leaves and a strong mint scent::04.12.06
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae juniperus chinensis hetzi:Hetzi Juniper:Hetzi is a fast growing Juniper that is usually too big for the urban landscape. Wide spreading with a medium height plant for the full sun.::10-23-2001 5.15.05
Polemoniaceae::Intensia Phlox:A hybrid annual Phlox with a willowy form that will cascade over the side of a container or form a cloud of color in garden.::
Acanthaceae:bromeliaceae aechmea photo album:Hairy Wild Petunia:A good plant for rock gardens and dry well drained sites.::
Amaranthaceae:amaranthaceae iresine lindenii:Bloodleaf:A tender perennial used as an annual in zone #5. Grown for it's intense red colored leaves and foliage.:blood leaf, blood-leaf:11-07-01 4.8.5
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae dentaria lacinata:Cut-Leaved Toothwort:A white flowering ephemeral, blooming in the early spring growing in dense patches::5.05.02 4.11.5
Polemoniaceae ::Emerlad Pink Creeping Phlox:A low growing ground cover perennial with compact moss-like foliage and pink flowers in May::
Carophyllaceae::Sweet Williams:A biennial Dianthus that readily reseeds.::
Labiatae:labiatae ajuga retans purple torch:Purple Torch Ajuga:Green foliage, light purple flowering Ajuga cultivar. It is low growing and best grown in the semi-shade.::6.2.02 4.19.05
Liliaceae ::Hosta Cadillac:A medium hosta with yellow corrugated leaves and an irregular green margin.::
Lythraceae::Batface Cuphea:The flowers of this plant really look like the face of a bat. Likes full sun dry condtions.::
Iridaceae::Variegated Japanese Iris:A good plant for the full sun wet areas of the garden.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia hirta indian summer:Rudbeckia Indian Summer:A 3 foot tall, compact Rudbeckia. It will produce hundreds of black-eyed Susan flowers each year. An All American selection in 1995. A sure fire winner for your garden or large containers::07.25.03 4.10.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta sieboldiana big daddy:Hosta Big Daddy:A very large blue Hosta.::4.26.05
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium dalmaticum:Geranium dalmaticum:A vigorous rhizomatous plant with shell pink flowers.::4.18.05
Solanaceae:solanaceae datura metel:Angel's Trumpet:A large growing annual for the full sun. The large white trumpet flowers open at twilight.::10-04-01 6.24.05
Liliaceae::Daylily Chicago Apache:A strong growing red daylily with good substance.::4.22.05
Amaranthaceae::Globe Amaranth Strawberry fields:A tough plant with clover-like strawberry colored flowers. Flowers are excellent for cutting and easily dried::
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae caltha palustris:Marsh Marigold, Cowslip:One of the earliest blooming wild flowers found growing in wet areas. It is ephemeral and will disappear by mid summer.::5.25.02 5.12.05
Rosaceae::Firebird Crab:::05.9.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae asparagus:Asparagus fern seedlings:Enter this section to see some Asparagus Fern seedlings::4.22.05
Geraniaceae::Lady Plymouth Scented Geranium:A rose scented Geranium with deeply cut, white edged gray leaves.::04.14.06
Asteraceae:asteraceae helenium moerheim beauty:Moerheim Beauty Sneeze Weed.:A late blooming perennial with dark copper red flowers.::4.9.5
Oleacea::Forsythia Bronxensis:A shorter flat topped Forsythia growing to about 12 inches tall.::
Anacardiaceae::Royal Purple Smoke Bush:A purple leaf cultivar of the Smokebush. ::4.8.5
Haloragaceae::Wellington Bronze Seaberry, Wellington Bronze Halorais, Shrubby Haloragis'Wellington Bronze':A small plant grown for the bronze foliage.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae chlorophytum general data:Spider PLant:This section contains pictures and descriptions of some Spider Plant's physical features and culture.::1-15-03
Rosaceae:avens x borisii:Geum Borisi, Boris Avens:A small plant that produces orange flowers on 9-12 inch wiry stems in the late spring.::08.04.02 4.11.5
Cupressaceae ::Blue Carpet Juniper:A low, wide spreading Juniper with sharp blue foliage.::
Fumariaceae:fumariaceae dicentra king of hearts:King of Hearts Bleeding Hearts:One of the better Dicentra hybrids to appear on the market in recent years.::5.18.05
Liliaceae ::One-leaf Grape Hyacinth. Bicolor Muscari:The blackish-violet fertile flowers on the lower part of the spike and the blue sterile flowers towards the the tip create a two tone effect.::
Poaceae:poaceae miscanthus sinensis sirene:Miscanthus Sirene:::4.28.02
Asteraceae::Pink Beauty Boltonia:A pink flowering version of the more common Boltonia Snow Bank.::12.21.05
Carophyllaceae ::Dianthus Greystone:A white blooming form of Dianthus Baths Pink. ::
Verbenaceae ::Santos Verbena:::
Rosaceae::Henry Hudson Rose:A very hardy, rugosa rose that stays neat and tidy. Very hardy and disease resistant.::04.05.06
Liliaceae ::Hosta Sombrero:A large green Hosta with frangrant white flowers.::
Hydrangeaceae:hydrangeaceae hydrangea macrophylla nikko blue:Nikko Blue Hydrangea:::4.19.05
Salicaceae:salicaceae salix purpurea nana:Artic Blue Willow, Dwarf Purpleoiser Willow:A very hardy dwarf willow.::6.1.05
Moraceae:moraceae ficus benjamina cultivars:Benjamin Fig Cultivars:This section contains pictures of different Benjamin Fig cultivars. Refer back to Ficus benjamina "Benjamin Fig" for complete cultural data. ::4.30.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia hirta cultivars:Rudbeckia Iris Eyes:A short lived perennial usually used as an annual in zone #5. Golden yellow flowers with a green center cone.::07.25.03
Asteraceae::False Goldenrod, Heart-leaf Goldenrod,:::
Asteraceae ::Liatris:::
Crassulaceae::GollumJade, Fairyland Jade:A cultivar of the Jade with tube-like leaves. I have seen it listed as Gollum Jade, Chubby Toes and Fairyland Jade.::
Euphorbiaceae:euphorbiaceae acalypha hispida:Chenille Plant, Red Hot Cat's Tail:The drooping tassels of flowers are the main attraction of this plant.::12.29.02 5.17.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae asparagus densiflorus sprengeri:Asparagus Fern, Sprengeri:A popular plant grown indoors and commonly used as a green filler plant in patio pots, hanging baskets, etc. This plant is not an Asparagus and it is not a Fern!::4.22.05
Pinaceae:pinaceae picea glauca sanders blue:Sanders Blue:A narrow, blue upright cultivar of the Alberta Spruce.::5.3.05
Araceae::Chinese Evergreen cultivars:This section contains pictures of the different Chinese Evergreen cultivars. Refer back to Aglaonema modestrum "Chinese Evergreen" for a complete listing of cultural data on these plants.::4.8.5
Scrophulariaceae:scrophulariaceae penstemon digitalis huskers red:Pentstemon Huskers Red:A vigorous perennial with burgundy stems, red tinged leaves and many tubular white flowers.::6.24.05
Dipsaceae::Teasel:A biennial roadside weed that can become invasive. Dried spiny seed heads are used in arrangements.::02.10.05
Polemoniaceae:polemoniaceae polemonium caeruleum brise d' anjou:Brise D' Anjou Jacobs Ladder:A striking variegated form of the Jacob's Ladder with violet-blue flowers. Thrives in shaded moist sites.::5.7.05
Ranunculaceae::Blue Cloud Larkspur:Still listed and confused with the genus Delphiniums. Instead of a spike, Blue Cloud flowers are on wiry stems.::
Fabaceae:fabaceae melilotus alba:White Sweet Clover:A large growing, sweet smelling, non-native plant. Considered to be an invasive weed by many people.::08.20.02 05.17.05
Ranunculaceae::Clematis evergreen group:This group of Clematis has evergreen and semi-evergreen foliage.::
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae origanum rotundifolium kent beauty:Origanum Kent Beauty:An ornamental oregano with fat pale green to maroon hop-like flowers. Good for patio pots, window boxes, etc.::11.15.03 4.21.05
Oleaceae:oleaceae syringia reticulata:Japanese Tree Lilac:A small tree or large shrub. It produces large panicles of white flowers starting around mid to end of June.::7.4.02 4.30.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae echinacea purpurea white cultivars:White Purplecone Flower:This section contains some pictures of white Purple Cone Flower cultivars.::4.9.5
Buxaceae:buxaceae pachysandra procumbens:Alleghany Pachysandra, Allegany Spurge:A not often used relative of the more common Pachysandra terminalis. A good deciduous to semi-evergreen ground cover for the shaded areas of the landscape::4.12.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae doronicum caucasicum:Leopards Bane:A short lived, early spring blooming plant with bright yellow, daisy-like flower. The plant will go dormant and disappear in the summer.::3.27.05 4.8.5
Cactaceae:::::4.12.5
Carophyllaceae:carophyllaceae dianthus deltoides:Maiden Pinks:A low mat forming ground cover perennial. Produces masses of small flowers on wirey stems from late May through most of June.::6.28.02, 4.7.5
Rosaceae:rosaceae potentilla arguta:Tall Potentilla, Prairie Cinquefoil:A native prairie wild flower reaching 1-3 feet with white flowers.::5.14.05
Amarylidaceae:amarylidaceae narcissus division 11:Split-Coronna Daffodils:In this group of Daffodils the corona (trumpet or cup) is split.::03.08.03 5.8.5
Piperaceae::Peperomia JayDe:A fast growing Peperomia with large round, shiny green leaves.::
:author's private gardens 2002-02::This contains pictures of my gardens in February 2002.::4.5.5
Cupressaceae ::Green Giant Arborvitae:A tall rapid growing pyramidal tree.::
Plumbaginaceae ::Large Flowered Prickly Thrift:::
::Berm 1:::
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja occidentalis:American Arborvitae, White Cedar:American Arborvitae is the species plant and has been superseded by many better cultivars, but it is still a usable landscape plant.::12.10.01 5.17.05
:::This section contains pictures of potted annuals in concrete pots.::4.7.5
Sinopteridaceae::Button Fern:A low growing little fern with shiny round button like leaves attached to stiff stems. ::1.16.05
Brassicaceae::Flixweed:::1.12.05
Araliaceae:araliaceae hedera helix spear leaf:Spear Leaf English Ivy:This section contains pictures English Ivy cultivars with thin, narrow spear shaped leaves.::4.9.5
Pinaceae:pinaceae picea glauca humpty dumpty:Humpty Dumpty Dwarf White Spruce:A short plumb very hardy plant.::5.3.05
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja occidentalis techny:Techny Arborvitae, Mission Arborvitae:A narrow to medium spreading, medium height needled evergreen shrub.::5.17.05
Saxifragaceae:saxifragaceae astillbe arendsii:Astillbe ardendsii and japonica hybrids:This group contains many of the plants that are considered the old stand-bys of Astillbe.::6.1.05
Ericaceae:ericaceae rhododendron yedoense var. pouchanense:Korean Rhododendron:::5.17.05
Cyperaceae ::Variegated Palm Sedge:Resembles a small palm tree with a clear yellow border around the leaves.::
Scrophulariaceae::Grecian Foxglove:A biennial plant that has escaped the garden and become an invasive weed in many states. ::
Urticaceae:urticaceae pellionia daveauana:Watermelon Begonia:A plant with colorful leaves and creeping stems. Likes warmer temperatures and higher humidity.::4.20.05
Asteraceae ::Calico Aster:A compact Aster laterfolius with purple to coppery foliage.::
Commelinaceae::Tri Color Moses in the Cradle:An easy to grow colorful plant for the bright areas of the house.::
Commelinaceae:commelinaceae tradescantia albiflora albo-vittata:Variegated Inch Plant:A variegated form of the Inch plant. ::4.15.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae sansevieria trifasciata:Snake Plant, Mother-in-law-tongue:One of the more common Sansevieria. ::
Asteraceae::Pale Indian Plantain, Pale Plantain:A tall Prairie plant with white flowers.:Cacalia atriplicifolia:5.16.05
Fabaceae::White Prairie Clover:A neat wispy legume with purple flowers in July and August.::
Solanacea ::Ornamental Pepper Explosive Ember :A shrubby plant with dark purple foliage and loaded with "fire hot" colorful fruit.::11.29.05
Amarylidaceae:amarylidaceae narcissus division 02:Large-Cupped Daffodils:The large-cupped Daffodils have one flower per stem. The cup or corona is one third but less than equal too the length of the perianth segments.::03.08.03 5.8.5
Oleaceae:oleaceae syringia persica tinkerbell:Tinkerbell Lilac:A dwarf Lilac with wine red to pink colored flowers.::07.28.03 5.1.05
Compositae::Zinnia Photo Album:A photo album of differnt named Zinnia cultivars.::
Celastraceae:celastraceae celastrus scandens native site:Bittersweet:Pictures of Bittersweet in a native site.::
Pinaceae ::Lace Bark Pine:A pine grown for it's colorful exfoliating, patch work bark.::
Taxodiaceae:taxodiaceae taxus cuspidata capitata:Upright Yew, Cone Shaped Yew:A yew cultivar that is often grown and sheared into a small cone shaped plant.::
Cannaceae:cannaceae canna x generalis rhizomes::This sections contains pictures of Canna Tropicana rhizomes dug in the fall.::
Saxifragaceae::Bergenia Photo Album:A photo album of different cultivars of Bergenia.::04.30.05
Papaveraceae:papaveraceae sanguinaria canadensis:Bloodroot, Pucoon-Root:A native wild flower found growing in open woods and along roadsides in partial shade.::5.05.02 5.1.05
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum telephium mohrchen:Sedum Mohrchen:An upright clump growing sedum with succulent-like burgundy leaves.::4.3.5
Euphorbiaceae:euphorbiaceae euphorbia trigona:African milk tree:A tall, vertical Euphorbia that is many times mistaken for a cactus.::05.17.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae tulipa double late:Double Late Tulips:There are only a few cultivars of Double Late Tulips. They produce large double Peony-like flowers that are sensitive to severe rains.::03.21.03 4.27.05
Euphorbiaceae:euphorbiaceae codiaeum variegatum pictum:Croton flowers:In this section are pictures of the Croton's flowers. Not very ornamental but interesting.::5.17.05
Fagaceae:fagaceae fagus grandifolia native scenes:American Beech:The American Beech is native to a very small region in Wisconsin.::7.4.02 5.18.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae trillium sessil:Toadshade, Toad Trillium:::4.27.05
Poaceae ::Little Bunnny Foutain Grass:One of the smallest of the dwarf fountain grass.::
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae pelargoium crispum:Lemon-scented Geranium, Finger Bowl Geranium:A strongly lemon scented Geranium with small crinkled variegated leaves.::10.27.03 4.18.05
Araliaceae:araliaceae brassaia actinophylla:Schefflera, Umbrella plant:A medium to large size indoor plant that tolerates lower light conditions.::4.9.5
Rosaceae::Chanticleer flowering Pear, Chanticleer Callary Pear:::
Brassicaceae ::Autumn Snow Candytuft:A cultivar that flowers heavy in thew spring and some in the fall.::
Onagraceae::Fuchsia, Yellow foliage Fuchsia:An ever popular plant that produces very showy, exotic pendulous blooms. Can be used in patio pots, hanging baskets, window baskets, etc. This variety adds the detention of golden-yellow foliage.::5.1.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum album, White Stonecrop, Worm Grass:A low growing Sedum with light pink to white flowers. Can be a rampant spreader since every little leaf or stem section will root producing more plants.::
Aristolochiaceae:aristolochiaceae asarum canadense:Wild Ginger, Canada Ginger, Indian Ginger, Ginger-Root:A native low growing perennial herb found in deciduous forests. Needs shade, moist, rich moderately acid soil.::5.05.02, rev 06.23.03 4.9.5
Geraniaceae ::Geranium Margrette Wilson:A hardy Geranium with variegated foliage.::
Saxifragaceae:saxifragaceae tiarella cordifolia var. collinia oakleaf:Wherry's Foamflower, Oakleaf Tiarella:A good choice for a ground cover plant in the moist, shaded areas of the garden.::12.10.03 6.17.05
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum spurium elizabeth:Sedum Elizabeth:A low growing carpet forming sedum with red and green foliage and red flowers. ::4.5.6
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum kamtschaticum:Sedum kamtschaticum, Orange Stone Crop, Kamchatka Sedum:A low growing, indestructible plant with yellow flowers.::6-2-01 6.16.05
Cornaceae:cornaceae cornus sericea:Red Twig Dogwood:A medium to tall, wide spreading shrub grown mainly for its red stems.::5.15.05
Hypericaceae:hypericaceae hypericum frondosum:Hypericum Sunburst:An excellent small shrub for the garden. Grows in full sun, has bluish green foliage and bright yellow flowers.::12.12.02, 12.29.02 4.19.05
Begoniaceae ::Rhizomatous Begonia:A large diverse group of Begonias that produce a thick rhizome, have diverse foliage patterns, shapes and many produce large flushes of flowers.::
Agavaceae:agavaceae yucca filamentosa bright edge:Bright Edge Yucca:A nice cultivar of the typical all green Yucca. The green, sharp lanceolate leaves have yellow margins. Sports the typical 3-4 foot panicle loaded with white flowers. Refer to Yucca filamentosa "Yucca" for a complete listing of the cultural data for this plant.::
Boraginaceae:boraginaceae brunnera macrophylla:False For Get Me Not, Heartleaf Brunnera, Siberian Bugloss:An aggressive plant with azure blue flowers. Flourishes in the moist shaded areas of the garden.::5-16-01 4.11.05
Carophyllaceae ::Dianthus Tiny Rubies:A small clump formed plant with miniature tiny Carnation like flowers.::
Cannaceae :::::
Vitaceae:vitaceae cissus rhombifolia:Grape Ivy:A moderately hard plant to grow, good for moderate lit areas of the house.::4.21.05, 09.16.05
Asteraceae::Kingfisher Daisy:If you can get past the few quirks of this plant it will provide the garden with a mass of electric blue daisy-like flowers starting end of June to early July.::
Liliaceae::Pleomele Song of India:A variegated form of the all green Pleomele.::02.31.05
Lamiaceae::Purple Sage:A multifaceted plant that is used ornamentally or as a herb.::01.23.06
Geraniaceae ::Geranium A T Johnson:A long blooming hardy Geranium with deep to light pink flowers.::
Fabaceae:fagaceae gleditsia triacanthos shade master:Shade Master Honey Locust:A wide spreading Honeylocust that produce a light shade.::5.17.05
Lamiaceae ::Coleus Sedona:A Coleus with an unusual colored foliage.::
:combinations annuals:Annual Combinations:This section contains a hodgepodge of pictures showing different annuals growing together::4.5.5
Carophyllaceae ::Dianthus photo album:A photo album of different Dianthus chinesis cultivars.::
Asteraceae::Shasta Daisy Snow Lady:A long blooming compact Shasta Daisy.::
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja occidentalis pumila sudworthii:Pumila Sudworth Arborvitae:A globular golden foliage Arborvitae. ::01.10.02 5.17.05
Graminae:graminae miscanthus sinensis zebrinus:Miscanthus Zebrinus:A large ornamental grass with bands of yellow variegation on the leaves.::11-21-01 4.18.05
Begoniaceae ::Begonia echinosepala:A busy Begonia with attractive leaves and white flowers.: :
Solanacea ::Ornamental Pepper Black Pearl:Has semi-glossy leaves with black rounded fruit that turn red.::
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium x magnificum:Geranium ibericum:A medium tall, medium spreading plant for the full sun area of the garden. It produces a large amount of rich violet-blue flowers.::4.18.05
Polypodiaceae::Christmas Fern:A hardy tough evergreen fern preferring the shaded areas of the garden.::5.10.05
Scrophulariaceae:scrophulriaceae verbascum copper rose:Verbascum Copper Rose:::07.30.03
:author's private gardens 2003-07::Contains pictures of my yard in July of 2003.::4.5.5
Lamiaceae ::Coleus Fishnet Stockings :A striking Coleus with Fishnet veins.::
Solanaceae:solanaceae petunia grandiflora:Grandiflora Petunias:Grandiflora's have the largest Petunia flowers. They are less tolerant of poor weather conditions, such as stress of heat, humidity and summer rains. Refer back to Petunia for a detailed culture description::6.24.05, 06.19.05
Scrophulariaceae::Veronicastrum sibericum:A tall medium spreading plant for the full sun moist areas of the garden.::7.2.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Autumn Charm:A variegated sport of Sedum Autumn Joy.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae centaurea macrocephala:Armernian Basket Flower, Yellow Hardhead:A large growing, bold but rather coarse plant with yellow thistle-like flowers.::4.8.5
Fabaceae:fabaceae melilotus officinalis:Yellow Sweet Clover:A large growing, sweet smelling, non-native plant. Considered to be an invasive weed by many people.::08.20.02 01.27.03 5.18.05
Dryopteridaceae::Wildwood Twist Japanese Painted Fern, Anthyrium Wildwood Twist:A newer cultivar of the familiar Japanese Painted Fern.::
Bromeliaceae:bromeliaceae guzmania lingulata:Guzmania:A group of Bromeliads that are a little more difficult to grow, but well worth the effort.::4.12.5
Poaceae::Ruby Grass, Melinis Savannah:Forms a narrow clump of blue green foliage with thin wands of ruby pink flowers.::
Asteraceae::Rudbeckia Cherokee Sunset:One of the longest blooming of the Rudbeckia hirta hybrids.::
Celastraceae:celastraceae euonymus fortunei sarcoxie:Euonymus Sarcoxie:A small to medium size broadleaf evergreen shrub.::4.7.5
Labiatae:labiatae solenostemon scutillarioides:All Gold Lemon Balm, Golden Lemon Balm:An all gold selection of Lemon Balm grown both as an ornamental perennial or a culinary herb.::04.01.05
Saxifragaceae:saxifragaceae tiarella cordifolia var. collinia iron cross:Tiarella Iron Cross:A choice ground cover for the moist shaded areas of the garden. Besides the flowers this Tiarella has deeply lobed leaves with chocolate coloration down the mid-vein.::12.10.03, 6.17.05
Lamiaceae::Bells of Ireland, Lady in the Bathtube, Shell FLower:Vertical plant with green colored bell shaped calyxes.::
Ranunculaceae::White Pearl Bugbane, Cimicifuga White Pearl, Armleuchner:A good plant for the partial shade areas of the garden. Produces 2 foot long racemes of pure white flowers.::02.21.06
Cycadaceae:cycadaceae encephalatorus ferox::A very striking Cycad with a large orange cone.::05.23.03 5.17.05
Ranunculaceae::Clematis:Clematis are very versatile garden vines with a wide range of colors, flower sizes and season of bloom.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia subtomentosa:Sweet Black Eyed Susan:A tall, medium to wide spreading native perennial. Produces masses of clear yellow flowers over an extended period of time. ::4.10.5
Labiatae ::Variegated Ground Ivy, Variegated Creeping Charlie:A variegated form of the extremely invasive Creeping Charlie.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae tulipa multiflowering:Multiflowering Tulips:This group is sometimes called bunch-flowering tulips, because each stem of the plant will have 3-5 flowers. They are a mid-season blooming tulip.::03.21.03 4.27.05
Boraginaceae:boraginaceae brunnera macrophylla variegata:Variegated Heartleaf Brunnera, Variegated False-Forget-Me-Not:A handsome variegated form of Brunnera. A bit touchier to grow than False-Forget-Me-Not. Refer back to Brunnera macrocephala for a detailed listing of cultural requirements.::01.05.04 4.11.05
Celastraceae::Ivory Jade Euonymus:A mounding variegated Euonymus.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae helichrysum petiolare minus silver mist:Silver Mist Licorice Plant:Oval, wooly silvery leaves on a compact trailing plant.::
Asteraceae::Purple Fields Ageratum:::
Anacardiaceae:anacardiaceae cotinus obovatus:American Smoke Tree, Chittamwood:A large shrub or small tree with puffy smoke-like flowers.::4.8.5
Bromeliaceae::Aechmea nidularioides:::
Moraceae:moraceae ficus benjamina:Benjamin Fig, Ficus, Weeping Fig:An extremely popular, relatively easy to grow plant that tolerates many different light situations. If it has a problem it is leaf drop, which is an automatic occurrence when it is moved, brought home from the greenhouse or is subjected to some poor cultural practices.::rev. 01.31.02 4.30.05
Convolvulaceae:convolvulaceae ipomea tricolor photo ablum:Early Call:Early Call is a variegated Morning Glory variety. Refer back to Morning Glory for more information on the culture of Morning Glory.::07.11.03 5.15.05
Fumariaceae ::Ruby Mar Bleeding Heart:An hybrid of the Pacific Bleeding Heart.::
Lamiaceae::Mint Leaf Swedish Ivy:A Swedish Ivy with cascading stems that is commonly used in combination with annuals, in patio pots, window boxes and hanging baskets. Also an easy to grow plant for the bright to moderate lit areas of the interior of buildings.::
Hamamelidaceae::Mount Airy Fothergilla:A hardy dwarf selection of Fothergilla.::06.13.06
Rosaceae::Winter King Hawthorn:A small tree with glossy leaves and a plethora of red fruit for winter interest.::11.28.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae echinacea purpurea cultivars photo album:Purple Coneflower Cultivars:This section contains pictures of some of the many cultivars of the native Purple Coneflower. Refer back to "Purple Coneflower cultivars" for a complete cultural guide to this plant.::
Rosaceae::Nanking Cherry, Manchu Cherry:A medium to large spring flowering shrub.::5.26.05
Labiatae:labiatae monarda fistulosa:Wild Bergamont, Horsemint, Bee Balm:A common, medium to tall growing native prairie plant. A member of the mint Family.::8.03.02 04.21.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Goldilocks:Forms a tight hummock with yellow flowers.::
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae cotyledon ladismithiensis:Cub's Paw, Bear's PawS:A wierd butlovable water miser plant that gets its name from the shape of the thick, fuzzy leaves.::5.15.05
Lamiaceae ::Salvia Berggarten, Berggarten Sage:A gray foliage Sage grown for the color of its foliage.::03.06.06
Asteraceae::Brown Eyed Susan, Thin-leaved coneflower , Three-lobed coneflower:This section contains pictures of Rudbeckia triloba growing in the wild.::
Pinaceae::Blue Nest Spruce, Dwarf Black Spruce:A blue version of the more common green Birds Nest Spruce.::12.31.05
Solanaceae:solanaceae petunia multicolored:Multicolored Petunias:A group of Petunias that have usually white and another color. One of the most popular types is the Picotee series. ::6.22.02 6.24.05
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae pelargonium pelatum:Ivy-Leaved Geranium:A duel purpose plant. Grown outdoors during the summer and can be grown as an indoor plant during the winter.::4.18.02 4.18.05
Urticaceae:urticaceae pilea depressa:Artillery Plant, Gun Powder Plant:A relatively easy to grow plant for the moderate to bright places in the house. If grown properly this plant is a neat small green foliage plant.::06.29.02 7.03.05
Scrophulariaceae:scrophulriaceae veronica incanna minuet:Veronica Minuet:A 12-18" plant for the full sun area of the garden. Gray foliage with soft pink flowers..::07.30.03 6.24.05
Fabaceae:fabaceae baptisia alba var macrophylla:White Wild Indigo:A native perennial producing showy white flowers that contrast nicely against the dark stem.::05.17.05
Amaranthaceae ::Celosia Fresh Look:An improved series of Celosia with better humidity tolerance and packed with flowers.::
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae weigela florida variegated:Weigela Variegated:A medium size Weigela with pink flowers and variegated foliage.::4.5.5
Sauraceae::Houttuynia Chameleon:An aggressive ground cover that grows in moist to wet sites.::08.26.05
Berberidaceae:berberidaceae podophytum pelatum:May Apple:A native wildflower that can form large colonies. Found in woodland conditions.::4.11.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae fritilaria persica:Fritillaria of Persia:A tall plant that forms a raceme of 7-20 dark plum colored flowers.::03.11.03 4.22.05
Aceraceae:aceraceae acer ginnala:Amur Maple:A small growing tree or large shrub.::07.25.03 4.5.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae dracaena deremensis warneckei:Draceana Warnecki, Striped Dracaena:A very tought plant for the low to moderate lit areas of the indoors.::4.22.05
Commelinaceae::Purple Inch Plant:An easy to grow vine for the indoors.::
Amaranthaceae::Beefsteak:An intense red foliage plant.:beef steak:4.8.5
Asteraceae::Achillea Galaxy Series:A series of hybrid Achillea who have the parents A. Taygetea and A. millefolium::
Primulaceae::Primula Blaue Auslese:A cultivar of the Drumstick Primula::
Gentianaceae:gentianaceae gentiana alba:Cream Gentian, Pale Gentian, Yellow Gentian:Has a whorl of closed, cream to white colored flowers sitting atop a 2 foot stem.::11.21.02 5.18.05
Convolvulaceae:convolvulaceae ipomea batatus margarite:Ornamental Sweet Potato Vine Margarita:A bright yellow, chartreuse colored Sweet Potato Vine. ::
Cyperaceae::Carex Prairie Fire:Forms an attract tussock of green bronze foliage.: :
:hard surfaces walks/paths random bricks::This section contains pictures of walks made out of random placed bricks. These types of walks work best in gardens.::4.5.5
Araceae:araceae epipremnum aureum marble queen:Marble Queen Devil's Ivy:Marble Queen is a cultivar of the more common "Devil's Ivy". Marble Queen has white variegation in the leaves. Devil's Ivy has yellow variegation in the leaves.::4.5.8
Verbenaceae::Caryopteris First Choice, First Choice Blue Beard:A small shrub with dark purple flowers in late summer to early fall.::12.20.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae allium aflatunense purple sensation:Purple Sensation Allium:A tall, late blooming spring bulb. The flowers last over an extended period of time.::4.22.05
::British soldier lichen:::
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta krossa regal:Hosta Krossa Regal:A large blue colored Hosta that forms a graceful vase shape with white flowers on scapes that reach up to five feet tall.::4.26.05
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja plicata atrovirens:The Giant:One of the larger Cedars that is used in the landscape.::08.22.03 5.17.05
Fabaceae::Purple Prairie Clover:A neat wispy legume with purple flowers in July and August.::6.8.05
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae sambucus canadensis natural site:American Elderberry, Elderberry:Pictures of Elderberry in a natural site.::4.12.05
Primulaceae ::Primula Gold Lace:An antique variety of Primula from England.::
Begoniaceae ::Trout-leaf Begonia, Trout Begonia, Mini Angel wing Begonia:An angel wing begonia with small leaves.::
Hippocastanaceae ::Autumn Splender :A small hardy tree with excellent fall foliage.::
Scrophulariaceae:scrophulariaceae diascia:Diascia:::6.24.05
Cactaceae:::::4.12.5
Balsaminaceae ::Fusion Impatiens:::
Aceraceae::Jade Glenn Maple:An improved cultivar of the Norway Maple.::
Sapindaceae::Golden Rain Tree, Panicled Golden Rain Tree, Shower Tree, Pride of India, Varnish Tree:A fast growing medium size tree with yellow flowers in July followed by ornamental seed pods.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae tulipa greggii:Greggii Tulips:The Gregii Tulips have been developed directly from species tulips native to Turkistan. They have a limited color range and bloom early in the season. Their foliage is spotted or striped. ::03.22.03 4.27.05
Goodeniaceae::Fan Flower:A heat loving plant commonly used in containers.::12.15.05
Solanaceae ::Double Petunias:A group of Petunias with large double flowers.::08.15.05
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae sedum kamtschaticum v middendorffianum:Sedum middendorffianum, Middendorf Stonecrop:A delicate member of the Sedum kamtschaticum group.::4.4.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae sansevieria hallii baseball bat:Baseball Bat Sansevieria, Blue Bat Sansevieria:A very unusually shaped plant. ::4.26.05
Betulaceae:betulaceae ostrya virginiana:American Hornbeam, Ironwood, Eastern Ironwood:A small to medium size native tree.::4.11.05
Amaranthaceae::Redroot Pigweed, Red-root Pigweed, Rough Pigweed, :A tall, annual weed the produces a red tap root.::01.16.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae helianthus lemon queen:Helianthus Lemon Queen:A very large plant that reaches up to six feet with a spread of four. Loaded with lemon yellow daisy-like flowers in August.::07.06.03 4.9.5
Asteraceae::Dahlia Dahlietta:A dwarf compact series of Dahlia::
Acanthaceae:acanthaceae fittonia verschaffectii argyroneura:Nerve Plant:A plant with extremely interesting foliage but rather difficult to grow. It needs above average humidity and warm temperature.::rev.9.26.03, 4.7.5
Araceae:araceae syngonium podophylum emerald gem:Emerald Gem:This very easy to grow plant is a climbing vine in its natural habitat. There are many cultivars with different leaf colors and shapes.::4.9.5. 01.29.06
Brassicaceae::Lebanon Stonecress:A small plant for the alpine or rock garden.::
:author's private gardens 2002-09::Pictures of my yard from the end of September through October 2002.::4.5.5
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae viburnum dentatum natural site:Arrowood Viburnum:This section contains picture taken in natural areas.::11.26.03 4.12.05
Aceraceae:aceraceae acer saccharinum:Silver Maple:This section contains pictures of Silver Maple in the landscape. Refer back to Silver Maple Natural site for more information on this plant.::12.29.03 4.7.5
Poaceae::Miniature Bamboo:A dwarf plant needing a warm, bright and above average humidity to grow. Although called a bamboo it is really a dwarf bunching grass.::
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium sanquineum album:Geranium sanquinium Album:A medium spreading and medium height, white flowering cultivar of the "Bloody Cranesbill" Geranium.::4.18.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae artemesia schmidtianna nana:Silver Mound, Silver Mound Artemisia:Grown for it's silver, feathery foliage. Prefers the hot, dry, poor soil areas. ::4.9.5
Asteraceae:asteraceae centaurea montana:Mountain Bluet:The unique blue flower adds to the charm of this plant. In favorable sites the plant can be invasive spreading by seeds.::07.28.03 4.8.5
Scrophulariaceae ::Angelonia Angel Mist Series, Angelonia Serena, Summer Snapdragon Serena:An Angelonia series with compact plants with compact flowers.::
Poaceae::Frost Grass, Graybeard Grass:A smaller flowering grass with striking fall color.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae scilla bifolia rosey twin squill:Rosey Twin Squill:An early spring blooming bulb with pale pink flowers fading to white.::4.28.02 4.27.05
:::A member of the Kingdom Protista and subkingdom Myxomycetes. A creeping mass of clear plasmodium that flows over damp debris and eat microscopic organisms such as bacteria and fungal spores and hyphae. Many times found growing on wood mulches that are used in landscaping. Not a Fungus but many times associated with this Kingdom. Usually not noticed until they produce their colorful fruiting bodies. Has picked up the nick name "Dog Vomit Fungus".::
Liliaceae ::Turkestan Onion:An unusual looking plant with two to four broad blue-gray leaves flushed with purple.::
Liliaceae ::Hosta Innswood:A medium to large plant with heavily corrugated yellow centers.::
Aceraceae::Sugar Maple:A photo album of Sugar Maple trees growing in native sites.::
:things that make noise::::
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae pulsatilla vulgaris:Pasque Flower:An early flowering perennial for the full sun. After the flowers, a fluffy, glistening seed head follows.::5.11.05
Liliaceae::Sansevieria Bantel's Sensation:A sport of S. trifasciata laurentii.::4.27.05
Amarylidaceae::Naked Lady, Resurrection Lily, Surprise Lily:Flowers appear on naked stalks in the late summer from dormant bulbs.::
Caryophyllaceae ::Bristol Fairy Baby's Breath:A Baby's Breath cultivar with double white flowers.::
Oleaceae:oleaceae forsythia gold leaf cultivars:Gold Leaf Forsythia Cultivars:::6.22.02
Cactaceae:cactaceae mammilaria bocasana var. multiceps::::4.12.5
Scrophulariaceae ::Angelonia Serenity Series, Angelonia Serenity, Summer Snapdragon:::
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae aquilegia alpina:Alpine Columbine:An easy to grow dark blue flowering Columbine for the full sun to semi-shaded areas of the garden.::6.22.02 5.11.05, 10.07.05
Lamiaceae::Coleus Kong:A great Coleus with large colorful leaves.::
Asteraceae::Heliopsis Summer Nights:An Oxeye Daisy cultivar with yellow flowers and red colored stems.::02.24.06
Apocynaceae:apocynaceae vinca minor cultivars:VInca minor cultivars:A photo album of different cultivars of Vinca Minor.::06.22.03 4.8.5
Commelinaceae::Red Hill Zebrina:A tumbling plant that produces a plethora of flowers packed around the terminal tips of the branches.::
Onagraceae:onagraceae epilobium angustifolium:Fireweed, Willow Herb:A beautiful pink flowering wildflower. One of the first plants to appear after an area has been burned.::12.01.01 4.30.05
Cornaceae ::Silver and Gold:A large shrub with variegated leaves and yellow foliage.::
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae aurinia saxatilis:Basket-of-Gold, Perennial Alyssum, Goldentufy Madwort:A perennial that grows best in full sun, well drained sites. A good rock garden or wall plant.::07.12.03 4.11.05
Tiliaceae:tiliaceae tillia americana:American Linden, Basswood:A large growing native tree.::08.30.02 6.24.05
Liliaceae ::Hosta El Nino:A Tardiana Hosta with blue leaves with a thin white margin.::
Labiatae::Monarda, Osage Tea:A medium tall, wide spreading perennial for the full sun areas of the garden.::05.04.06
Boraginaceae::Virginia Blue Bells, Cowslip, Bluebells, Roanoke Bells:A beautiful woodland blue flowering ephemeral plant. Needs shaded moist sites.::
Amarylidaceae:amarylidaceae narcissus division 08:Tazetta Daffodils:The Tayzetta Daffodils have many pungent flowers per stem. The fragrance is a musky sweet smell.::03.08.03 47.8.5
Araceae ::Lacy Tree Philodendron, Cut Leaf Philodendron, Tree Philodendron, Selloum Philodendron:A large easy to grow, tree-like Philodendron. This plan needs a large space.::
Rosaceae:rosaceae spiraea x bumalda magic carpet:Spirea Magic Carpet:A new compact improvement of the ever popular Goldflame Spirea.::07.25.03 5.27.05
Cyperaceae::Carex Amazon Mist:Forms an arching tussock with two tone foliage.::
Piperaceae ::Peperomia scandens, Cupid Peperomia:A cascading Peperomia with variegated foliage.::5.7.05
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae viburnum opulus compactum:Compact European Cranberrybush:A compact form of the species plant with a better flower and fruit display.::01.12.03
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae caradmine bulbosa:Spring Cress, Bulbous Cress:A wild flower found blooming in shaded moist areas.::5.21.02 4.11.5
Malvaceae:malvaceae malva alcea fastigiata:Malva:A beautiful hardy long flowering plant, but behind all of this beauty it is to some degree a thug. It can be an aggressive self-seeder. A tall, wide spreading perennial for the full sun area of the garden.::8-5-01 4.27.05
Grossulariaceae::Virginia sweetspire Henrys Garnet:A nice medium shrub with white flowers in the spring and red fall foliage that rivals or beats the old stand by Burning Bush.::
Convolvulaceae ::Sweet Potato Vine Sweet Caroline Series:A series of ornamental Sweet Potato Vines with a wide variety of foliage colors.::
Cactaceae:cactaceae notocactus haselbergi:White web ball cactus:::4.12.5
Fabaceae::Carolina Thermopsis, Carolina Lupine:A tall hardy yellow flowering plant for the full sun areas of the garden.::02.21.06
Balsaminaceae::Little Lizzy Impatiens:A miniature series of Impatiens::
Gesneriaceae:gesneriaceae episcia hybrid cleopatra:Episcia Cleopatra:A relatively difficult plant to grow because it requires warm temperature and above average humidity. ::6-2-01 4.18.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae rosa nearly wild:Nearly Wild Rose:An excellent small shrub Rose producing masses of light pink flowers throughout the entire growing season.::5.16.05
Bromeliaceae::Variegated Pineapple:A very popular variegated variety of the Pineapple plant. Refer back to Pineapple (Ananas comosus) for information on the culture of this plant.::4.12.5
Araceae:araceae philodendron prince of orange:Prince of Orange Philodendron:An easy plant to grow in bright to moderate light conditions. Small plants have very orange foliage, the older plants foliage is a reddish orange. Refer to Philodendron for complete cultural data on this plant.::rev.01.23.03 4.5.8
Amaranthaceae:amaranthaceae celosia argentea spicata:Wheat Celosia:This section contains pictures of different wheat varieties of Celosia. Refer back to Celosia argentea (Celosia) for a complete listing of the cultural data for this plant::4.8.5
Plumbaginaceae::Prickly Thift:::
Hippocastanaceae::Yellow Buckeye, Sweet Buckeye, Big Buckeye:A large ornamental tree.::
Piperaceae ::Red Edge Peperomia:::
Pinaceae:pinaceae picea abies acronona:Acrocona Spruce:A slow growing Spruce that produces spectacular red male flowers in the spring time of the year::02.08.02 5.3.05
Cupressaceae ::Hetz Winter Green Arborvitae, Wintergreen Arborvitae:A compact upright dark green Arborvitae.::
Convolvulaceae:convolvulaceae calystegia silvatica ssp. americana:Hedge Bindweed:A close relative of the ornamental Morning Glory. A deceptively beautiful plant but is extremely aggressive will completely cover plants it is climbing on.::5.16.05
Saxifragaceae:saxifragaceae philadelphus coronarius minnesota snowflake:Minnesota Snowflake Mockorange:A medium sized shrub that produces a mass of double white flowers.::01.14.03, 6.17.05
Piperaceae::Peperomia Ruby Glow:A beautifully colored plant Peperomia with windowed succulent leaves. Grow slightly dry and in bright light.::
Asteraceae::Curry Plant:Adds silver foliage to your garden and can be used in potpourri, dried flowers and cooking::
Boraginaceae ::Pulmonaria photo album:A photo album of different types of Pulmonaria.::
Lamiaceae::Alpine Skull Cap:A low growing plant flowers have a white lower lip and purple hood.::
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja occidentalis wareana:Siberian Arborvitae, Siberian Cedar:An extremely hardy, winter wind resistant, slow growing broad pyramidal Arborvitae.::5.17.05
Pinaceae:pinaceae pinus sylvestris watereri:Watereri Scotts Pine:A slow growing large shrub or small tree. Considered a dwarf conifer.::11-25-01 5.6.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae sansevieria trifasciata laurentii:Golden Snake Plant, Golden mother-in-law-tongue:A very common Sansevieria with yellow vertical bands on the edge of the leaves.::4.27.05
Campanulaceae ::Campanula latifolia var macrantha:One of the taller Campanula.::
Asteraceae ::Achillea Summer Pastels:A seed grown hybrid with a wide range of pastel colors.::
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae salvia farinacea blue bedder:Salvia Blue Bedder:A tall growing annual with spikes of dark blue flowers. One of my favorite plants.::7-22-01 4.21.05
Scrophulariaceae:scorphulariaceae chelone oblique:Pink Turtle-head, Turtle Head:A medium spreading, medium height, pink flowering plant.:Turtlehead, Pink Turtle Head:4.12.05
Polygonaceae::Kiss Me Over The Gate, Prince's Feathers, :A very tall member of the Knot weed family that has been used in gardens since the time of Thomas Jefferson. Can become and invasive plant in the garden.::06.08.06
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae pelargonium hortorum variegated geraniums:Variegated Geraniums:A photo album of variegated Geraniums. Refer back to "Geranium" for a complete cultural listing for this plant.:: 02.21.03 4.18.05
Dryopteridaceae:polypodiaceae anthyrium niponicum pictum:Japanese Painted Fern:This is an easy to grow, outstanding foliage plant for the shade.::5.17.05
Rosaceae ::Blushing Knockout Rose:A pink version of the original red Knockout Rose.::12.14.05
Cactaceae:cactaceae cephalocereus senilis:Old Man Cactus:A beautiful columnar plant with long silver white matted hairs.::4.12.5
Fagaceae:fagaceae quercus robur fastigiata:Columnar English Oak:A narrow, slow growing Oak tree.::5.18.05
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Honey Song:::
Geraniaceae::Gernaium Brookside:Dark green foliage combined with the sapphire-blue flowers make this a choice Geranium.::
Begoniaceae:begoniaceae begonia x argenteoguttata:Angel-wing Begonia, Cane Begonia:A versatile plant grown for its foliage and flowers. Used in the garden, containers and as an indoor house plant.::4.11.05
Osmundaceae::Purple Stem Royal Fern, Purple Royal Fern:A large fern for the moist to wet areas of the garden.::5.1.05
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae cakile edentula:Sea Rocket:A plant with lavender flowers found growing on the Great Lakes Shores.::4.12.5
Osmundaceae::Royal Fern, Flowering Fern:A large fern for the wet areas of the garden.::04.20.06
Scrophulariaceae::Culvers Root:A tall wild flower with spikes of white flower. Prefers full sun and moist soils. Adds a strong vertical element to the garden.::
Aceraceae:aceraceae acer saccharinum natural site:Silver Maple, Soft Maple, River Maple, White Maple (natural site):A large, fast growing Maple tree. It produces large amounts of seeds and will reseed most everywhere in your yard and has escaped into natural areas.::08.30.02, 12.29.03 4.7.5
Tropaelolaceae::Nasturium Peach Melba Superior:A florific Nasturium with cream to yellow flowers.::
Poaceae:poaceae sorghastrum nutans:Indian Grass:A native grass that was once part of North America's Prairies.::5.7.05
Cannaceae:cannaceae canna x generalis bengal tiger:Canna Bengal Tiger:A large, tropical looking, multicolored tender perennial.::01.16.03, 1.23.03, 4.12.05
Polypodiaceae:polypodiaceae nephrolepis exaltata bostoniensis:Boston Fern:One of the more adaptable ferns to the interior of buildings. An old time favorite plant being in cultivation since 1894.::5.10.05
Cyperaceae ::Carex Snowline:Grows best in partial shade moist conditions forms arching tufts of narrow green variegated leaves.::
Balsaminaceae:balsaminaceae impatiens walleriana:Impatiens:One of the most popular annuals sold. Best grown in the shade. They come in a plethora of colors.::
Compositae:compositae senecio vulgaris:Common Groundsel, Prickly Lettuce:An alien plant that has become an aggressive weed in the garden. ::4.16.05
Hydrangeaceae:hydrangeaceae hydrangea panculata tree pg hyrangea:Tree PG Hydrangea:The tree form of PG Hydrangea can be an unique addition to the landscape. It blooms late summer into the fall.::11.25.03 4.19.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae rosa fairy rose:Fairy Rose, The Fairy Rose:An antique polyanthus rose. Produces a profusion of soft pink flowers throughout the growing season.::5.16.05
Poaceae::Prairie Cord grass, Freshwater Cord grass, Marshgrass, Rip gut:A thicket forming, rhizome spreading grass native to wet areas.::
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae juniperus chinensis blue point:Blue Point Juniper:A medium sized upright Juniper with tight blue-green foliage.::5.15.05
Melastromataceae:melastromataceae tibouchina urvilleana glory rose:Princess Flower, Glorybush, Purple Glory Tree:A large growing tender shrub with large violet-purple flowers. A tender perennial treated as an annual.::02.21.02 4.30.05
Verbenaceae::Verbena Rapunzel Series:A series of Verbena with trailing growth habits, mildew resistant and excellent long lasting flowers.::
Asteraceae::Heliopsis Summer Sun:A compact plant with single to double golden yellow flowers.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta sieboldiana elegans:Hosta Blue Giant:A very large blue leaf Hosta that has been the standard for many years. Refer back to "Hosta" for a complete cultural listing for this plant.::4.26.05
Polemoniaceae:polemoniaceae phlox subulata:Creeping Phlox,, Moss Pink:A easy to grow group of late April to early May blooming perennials. Mat forming and may spread over two feet. Prefers to be grown in the full sun.::5.7.05
Araceae ::Syngonium White Butterfly:A widely available cultivar will change its foliage leaf patterns and shapes according to the growing environment.::
Poaceae::Tufted Hairgrass:Produces tufted mounds of dark green foliage. The flowers are loose and airy.::
Scrophulariaceae::Veronica Goodness Grows:A long blooming low growing perennial with spikes of deep blue flowers.::
Asteraceae::Erigeron Double Beauty , Fleabane, Daisy Fleabane:::
Asteraceae:asteraceae solidago nemoralis:Old Field Goldenrod, Gray Goldenrod:A distinctive goldenrod that has an unbranched stemed with a narrow flower inflorescence that arches toward one side. As with all Goldenrod's, they are not the culprit that cause allergy problems. Their pollen is relatively heavy and is carried away by insects not the wind.::09.21.02 4.11.05
Liliaceae::Hyacinths:Slightly fragrant colorful racemes of flowers.::04.30.06
Chenopodiaceae:chenopodiaceae chenopodium album:Lambsquarters, Common Lambsquarters:A common weed found growing in most of North America.::4.15.05
Oleaceae:oleaceae forsythia:Forsythia:This section will have some general shots of unknown cultivars. For a complete cultural listing for this plant refer back to Forsythia Meadowlark. ::4.30.05
Apiaceae::Bronze Fennel:Along with it's culinary uses this plant makes a nice ornamental in the garden::
Begoniaceae ::Rieger Begonias, Winter Flowering Begonias:A Begonia used as an annual or grown indoors as a flowering plant.::
Pinaceae::Norway Spruce:A large conical Spruce tree. The branches on older trees tend to weep.::
Balsaminaceae:balsaminaceae impatiens capensis:Spotted Touch-me-not, Jewel weed:A large growing native wildflower found in moist shaded areas.::12.01.01
Asteraceae:asteraceae ratibda pinnata:Gray-headed Cone Flower, Yellow Cone Flower, Prairie Cone Flower:A stunning native, midsummer blooming perennial.::4.10.5
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta undulata albo-marginata:Hosta:A readily available Hosta that has been used in gardens for many years. It is a small to medium size plant, white margined foliage and pale purple flowers.::
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Octoberfest:A white to creamy white floering Sedum Acre cultivar.::
Iridaceae:iridaceae crocus:Crocus:A group of easy to grow small plants. Bloom in the early spring and are very hardy.::04.18.02 4.19.05
Araceae ::Imperial Red Philodendron:A large self heading reddish Philodendron.::06.08.06
Caprifoliaceae:caprifoliaceae viburnum carlesii:Koreanspice Viburnum, Fragrant Viburnum:This plant produces fragrant white flowers in the early spring. See Viburnum x Juddi for a complete cultural listing for this plant.::4.12.05
Asteraceae::Gold Kind Goldenrod, Golden Baby Goldenrod:A clump-forming goldenrod hybrid.::
Araliaceae::Devils Walking-stick, Hercules Club, Prickly Elder:A fast spreading shrub which develops lots of nasty prickles.::
Ranunculaceae::Devil in the bush, Love in a mist:An annual with feathery foliage, interesting flowers and ornamental seed pods. The flowers seem to float in the mist of feathery foliage.::
Hamamelidaceae::Dwarf Fothergilla:::7.15.05
Fagaceae ::Red Oak, Northern Red Oak:A fast growing large Oak tree.::01.18.05
Asteraceae ::Ageratum Leilani Blue:A taller Ageratum with fluffy blue blooms.::
Rosaceae ::Spirea veitchii:A strong growing, arching shrub with white flowers reaching over 8 feet high.::
Liliaceae ::Allium Gladiator:A tall Allium with large lilac purple florets.::
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae pelargonium x logeel old spice:Scented Geranium Old Spice:An easy to grow Scented Geranium.::01.16.03 4.18.05
Labiatae ::Petitie Delight Monarda:A short Monarda with pink flowers.::
Piperaceae:piperaceae peperomia caperata red ripple:Red Ripple Peperomia:An easy to grow indoor plant for the bright to moderate light areas of the interior. Light is the key factor toward producing the best color.::rev 02.11.02 5.6.05
Iridaceae::Dwarf Iris:The shortest and earliest blooming of the Bearded Iris.::03.16.06
Cactaceae:::An interesting blue colored, pad cactus.::4.12.05
Ranunculaceae:ranunculaceae aquilegia chrysantha:Golden Columbine:An easy to grow Columbine with large yellow flowers.::5.11.05
Crassulaceae::Sedum Adolphii, Golden Sedum:A trailing plant or ground cover that needs maximum sunlight to bring out the foliage color.::
Aceraceae:aceraceae acer platanoides drummondii:Variegated Maple, Harlequin Maple:A Norway Maple cultivar with variegated leaves.::4.7.5
Geraniaceae::Geranium John Elsly:A cultivar of the common Bloody Cranesbill.::
Cupressaceae ::Blue Mountain Juniper:A broad spreading Juniper with blue foliage.::11.28.05
Liliaceae::Red Sensation Cordyline:A tropical plant that is commonly used in combination with flowering annuals in outdoor pots and sometimes in gardens. It provides a nice bronze red color a vertical form for the combinations. An extremely rugged plant.::
Dryopteridaceae::Male Fern:::02.0506
Pinaceae ::Asselyn Norway Spruce:A slow growing compact Norway Spruce.::03.24.05
Cornaceae:cornaceae cornus alternifolia argenta:Argentea Pagoda Dogwood:A variegated Pagoda Dogwood that can add a punch of color to woodland settings.::
Araceae::Painted Devil's Ivy, Silver Pothos:A vine having blue-green leaves overlaid with blotches of silver.::
Rosaceae:rosaceae amelanchier x grandiflora princess diana:Amelanchier Princess Diana:This plant can be considered a small tree or a large shrub. Has white flowers in the early spring followed by edible fruit. Grows best in the semi-shade, moist sites.::5.11.05
Carophyllaceae::Rock Soapwort, Soapwort, Bouncing Betty, Sweet Betty, Hedge Pink:An easy to grow ground cover perennial. Produces masses of small pink flowers in June.:latherwort, scourwort, bruise wort, soap root:4.7.5
Salicaceae ::Cottet Willow, Streamco Willow, Dwarf Banker's Willow:A low growing Willow. with stems rooting where they touch the soil.::
Asteraceae ::Gaillardia Tokajer:An ever-blooming Gaillardia with marmalade-orange-brown daisy like flower.: :
Iridaceae::Tall Bearded Iris:Tall Bearded Iris are the Queens of the Iris world reaching up to 24 inches in height.::
Apocynaceae::Pachypodium windsori:::
Cactaceae::Rebutia:::4.12.05, 09.23.05
Pinaceae:pinaceae pinus strobus radiata::::02.15.03 5.6.05
Apocynaceae:apocynaceae vinca minor:Periwinkle, VInca, Myrtle:A good ground cover plant for the shaded areas. Produces small, ornamental lilac-blue flowers in the early spring.::rev 06.22.03 4.8.5
Aristolochiaceae::Pelican Flower:A tropical evergreen vine with an oddly shaped flower.::5.9.05
Ranunculaceae ::Cimicifuga Atropurpurea, :A large bush-like plant that produces tall white spires in the summer with dark colored leaves. A denizen of the moist shady areas of the garden.::02.22.06
Verbenaceae ::Verbena Superbena :A Verbena with a large colorful flowers. ::
Lamiaceae ::Spotted Dead nettle:A spreading ground cover for the shaded area. This species plant as been supplanted by many newer cultivars.::
:::This section contains pictures of annuals in plastic pots.:04-16-01(rev):4.5.5
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Strawberries and Cream:Name references the two toned color of the flowers.::
Liliaceae ::Hosta clausa, Hosta Tsubomi Giboshi:A spreading Hosta with green spear shaped leaves and a plethora of purple closed flower.::
Rosaceae:rosaceae alchemila mollis:Lady's Mantel:A good plant for mass planting in the semi-shaded areas of the garden.::06.16.03 5.11.05
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae plectranthus madagascariensis marginatus:Mint Leaf Swedish Ivy:An easy to grow plant for the bright to moderate lit areas of the interior of buildings. This plant is commonly used in combination with annuals, in the summertime outdoor pots.:: 4.21.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae sansevieria cylindrica:Sansevieria cylindrica, Spear Sansevieria:An unusual Sansevieria with stiff, spear shaped leaves. ::4.26.05
Caprifoliaceae::Beauty Bush:A large old fashion shrub.::06.06.06
Carophyllaceae:carophyllaceae cerastium vulgatum:Mouse Ear Chickweed:A low mat forming plant that can develope into a troublesome weed.::4.7.5
Rosaceae ::Snow Garland Spirea:Produces arching branches covered with white flowers.::
Leguminosae:leguminosae medigago lupulina:Black Medick:A sprawling plant with yellow flowers that are followed by the formation of the distinctive cluster of small, black seeds.::12-21-01 4.22.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae agrimonia gryposepala:Agrimony:::5.11.05
Cupressaceae::Bar Harbor Juniper:A low growing wide spreading ground cover Juniper.::
Gesneriaceae:gesneriaceae smithiantha::These plants have beautiful foliage and flowers. They need warm humid conditions to grow properly.::4.18.05
Boraginaceae::Pulmonaria Raspberry Splash:A Pulmonaria with silver marked foliage and raspberry-coral flowers.::
Rosaceae::Christmas Holly Flowering Crab:::
Cornaceae:cornaceae cornus alba var.:Variegated Dogwood:A large growing Dogwood with variegated foliage. Adds a nice touch of color to the landscape.::02.07.04 5.15.05
Convolvulaceae:convolvulaceae ipomea batatus sweet potatoe roots:Sweet Potatoe Roots:If you have ever wondered why this plant is called a "Sweet Potato". The following set of pictures of the roots will solve this mystery::5.15.05
Aceraceae:aceraceae acer autumn blaze:Autumn Blaze Maple:A cultivar that is a cross between a Red maple and a Silver Maple. This large growing tree is very adaptable to the urban landscape. Has a fantastic fall color.::
Asclepiadaceae::Butterfly Weed, Pleurisy Flower, Chigger Flower, Indian Paint Brush, Orange Milkweed:A native prairie plant with brilliant orange flowers. Great for hot dry poor soil areas.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae asparagus pyramidalis:Asparagus pyramidalis:A more upright growing Asparagus Fern variety. Refer back to Aspargus Fern "Sprengeri" for a more detailed listing of cultural information::4.22.05
:strutures pergola:Pergola:A structure with open wood-framed roofs supported by regularly spaced posts and often covered with plants. Provides for a shaded walkway or passageway::4.5.5
Labiatae:labiatae ajuga retans catlin's giants:Catlin's Giant Ajuga:This bronze foliage Ajuga has some of the largest flowers of this genus.::6.2.02 4.19.05
Asteraceae::Garden Mum, Chrysanthemum:A colorful group of plants providing fall color in the gardens.::
Poaceae:poaceae pennisetum setaceum rubrum:Pennisetum rubrum, Fountain Grass:An annual grass with striking purple foliage. Can be used in the garden or in containers. ::11.08.01 5.7.05
Commelinaceae:commelinaceae gibasis geniculata:Tahitian Bridal Veil:Bridal Veil will produce a profusion of tiny white flowers if given the proper growing conditions. Best grown in bright light.::9.26.03 4.15.05
Geraniaceae::Geranium Midnight Reider:An unusual Geranium with dark purple foliage.::
Apocynaceae::Desert Rose:An interesting easy to grow succulent plant.::
:hard surfaces walks/paths brick patterns::Different patterns that can be used in brick walks.::4.5.5
:hard surfaces walks/paths flagstone::This sections contains pictures of walks made out of different types of flagstone.::4.5.5
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae kalanchoe beharensis:Velvet Leaf, Velvet Leaf Kalanchoe, Elephant Ear Kalanchoe:A "weird but lovable plant" for the high light area of the indoors.::5.15.05, 2.24.06
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae salvia guaranitica argentina skies:Salvia Argentina Skies:::4.22.05
Lamiaceae::Big Blonde:A large growing Colues with yellow leaves and red stems and petioles.::
Berberidaceae:berberidaceae berberis thunbergi atropupurea rosey glow:Rosey Glow Barberry:A medium size thorny shrub with red to purple colored foliage. The new growth has a very interests pink mottling.::4.11.05
Capparaceae ::Clemoe Spirit Series:A compact hybrid Cleome.::
Polypodiaceae:polypodiaceae pteris cretica:Table Fern, Cretan Brake Fern, Brake Fern:A small easy to grow small Fern. ::5.10.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae echinacea purpurea cultivars:Purple Coneflower Cultivars:A medium tall and medium spreading plant for the full sun areas of the garden. There are many great cultivars of this tough native Coneflower.::
Cupressaceae:cupressaceae thuja occidentalis hetz midget:Hetzi Midget Arborvitae:A dwarf, compact, globe form of Arborvitae.::4.13.01 5.17.05
Berberidaceae ::Young's Barrenwort:A long lasting ground cover for the shaded to semi-shaded areas of the garden. Produces many clear white flowers.:youngs Barrenwort, Barrenwort:4.30.05
Portulacaea::Portulaca:An ornamental flowering plant derived from a plant that is an aggressive weed in gardens and cultivated as a culinary herb in many parts of the world. ::5.10.05
Asteraceae::White Blazing Star:A tough verticle perennial for the full sun area of the garden. ::09.22.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae solidago speciosa:Showy Goldenrod:A late blooming, extremely showy Goldenrod. As with all Goldenrod's, they are not the culprit that cause allergy problems. Their pollen is relatively heavy and is carried away by insects not the wind.::9.21.02 4.11.5
Bignoniacea:bignoniacea catalpa speciosa:Catalpa, Northern Catalpa, Indian Bean Tree:A large growing tree with a great floral display in June.::4.11.05
Amarylidaceae:amarylidaceae narcissus division 09:Poeticus Daffodils:The Poeticus Daffodils have dogwood-like blossums. The white blossums with a red-rimmed, yellow cup.::03.08.03 4.5.8
Liliaceae:liliaceae fritilaria imperialis:Crown Imperial, Fritillaria:A stately plant that produces a large cluster of yellow or orange flowers. Will reach 24"-30" in height.::03.11.03 4.22.05
Amaranthaceae::Chicken Gizard, Yellow Chicken Gizzard:Grown for its colorful yellow veined green leaves and red stems.::12.15.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae asparagus officinalis:Asparagus, Wild Asparagus:A cultivated plant that has escaped into the wild. Many times planted by bird droppings.::12.31.03 4.22.05
Araceae:araceae spathiphyllum walisii:Peace Lily:A very easy to grow long lived foliage plant that thrives in the lower light areas of the house. One of the best plants for producing ornamental flowers in the lower light.::rev. 01.28.03 4.9.6
Polemoniaceae::Ipomopsis Humingbird Bird Mix:A tall slender plant for the back of the border. Will make great cut flowers.::02.24.06
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae salvia sinaloensis:Sinaloa Blue Sage:::4.22.05
Berberidaceae:berberidaceae berberis cultivars:Concord Barberry:A dwarf compact red leaf Barberry. Reported to be an improved from of Pygmy Crimson Barberry.::4.11.05
:mixed prairie scenes:Prairie scenes:A photo album of plants in restored prairies.::4.5.5
Crassulaceae ::Sedum Euphorbiodes:An improved form of S. aizoon and old fashion cottage garden plant.::
Cupressaceae ::Lime Grow Juniper:A medium size Juniper with bright yellow foliage.::
Pinaceae ::Abies chensiensis var. ernesti:::
Fagaceae:fagaceae fagus sylvatica tricolor:Tricolor Beech:A purple leaf beech cultivars with irregular pink coloration on the leaves.:: 5.18.05
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae lamium maculatum breedham's white:Lamium Beedham's White:A Lamium with yellow foliage and white flowers.::12.30.03 4.21.05
Fadaceae:fadaceae robinia pseudoacacia:Back Locust, Common Locust:A fast growing tree that is tolerant of adverse growing conditions and has escaped from cultivation and naturalized.::5.18.05
Amaranthaceae::Purple Knight:A vigorus upright, spreading purple leaf foliage plant.::4.8.5
Celastraceae:celastraceae euonymus alatus:Burning Bush, Winged Burning Bush:A tall, wide spreading shrub grown mainly for its vivid red fall color.::4.5.5
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium maculatum:Spotted Geranium, Wild Geranium:An easy to grow, common, woodland wildflower.::4.18.05
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Agavaceae::Yucca Color Guard:A Yucca cultivar with yellow striped leaves that hold up throughout the entire summer.::03.30.06
Anacardiaceae:anacardiaceae rhus aromatica gro-low:Gro-Low Fragrant Sumac:A short, wide spreading, low growing cultivar of Fragrant Sumac.::01.22.04 4.8.5
Asteraceae:asteraceae centaurea dealbata sternbergii:Sternbergii Persian Coneflower:A medium sized plant that produces interesting fringed flowers. An improved cultivar over the species plant.::06.23.03 4.8.5
Ulmaceae::Regal Elm:An hybrid Elm introduced by the the University of Wisconsin with resistance to Dutch Elm disease.::
Rosaceae::Orange Crush Flowering Crab:A spectacular medium sized Ornamental Crab.::
Cupressaceae ::Hughes Juniper:A wide spreading low growing Juniper with green foliage during the summer changing to a steel gray in the fall winter.::07.31.05
Brassicaceae:brassicaceae capsella bursa pastoris:Shepard's Purse, Pepperplant, Pickpurse, Caseweed:A common weed of the Mustard family.::4.11.5
Scrophulariaceae::White Turtle Head:::03.05.06
Geraniaceae:geraniaceae geranium psilostemon:Armenian Geranium:A tall Geranium with dark red flowers and a black center spot.::04.18.05
Poaceae:poaceae andropogan gerardii:Big Blue Stem, Turkey Feet:At one time the most abundant and tallest of grasses of the prairie. Can reach a height of 6-8 feet or more.::5.7.05
Fabaceae:fabaceae caragana arborescens:Siberian Peashrub:An extremely hardy large shrub or small tree.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia hirta prairie sun:Prairie Sun Rudbeckia:One of the newer selection of Rudbeckia hirta.::3.26.05
Amaranthaceae ::Iresine Blazin Rose:A stunning foliage selection. Bushy & vigorous with stunning foliage colors. Good for 1/2 day and partial shade areas of the garden and patio.::
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae crassula arborescence:Tree Jade:An easy to grow, large leaf relative of the Jade. Needs full sun and should be grown on the dry side.::5.15.05
Betulaceae:betulaceae corylus avellana contorta:Harry Lauder's Walking Stick:This is a good conversation plant for the garden. It looks like it was planted upside down with contorted stems.::4.13.02, 12.30.02 4.11.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae aster novae-angliae:Showy Aster, New England Showy Aster:Undoubtedly one of the showiest of the fall blooming plants. A good source of food for Butterfly's. A medium sized plant for full sun.::4.9.5
Lamiaceae::Plectranthus Mona Lavender:A phenomenal plant with lavender flowers and dark green leaves with purple undersides.::
Hydrangeaceae:hydrangeaceae hydrangea paniculata tardiva:Hydrangea Tardiva:A late blooming cultivar of Hydrangea paniculata. For a listing of cultural information on this plant refer back to Hydrangea paniculata.::02.15.03 4.19.05
Begoniaceae ::Pink Charm Begonia:A Begonia with irregular patches of variegation on its leaves.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae leucanthemum becky:Shasta Daisy Becky:One of the best Shasta Daisy's available for the perennial gardens. Becky was given the 2003 Perennial Plant of the Year award from the Perennial Plant Association.::4.10.5
Vitaceae::Grape Ivy Ellen Danica:An improved cultivar of the more common Grape Ivy. It has larger, glossy green leaflets that are more indented than the species. ::4.21.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae hosta fried bananas:Hosta Fried Bananas:A medium to large mounded Hosta with glossy yellow foliage.::4.24.05
Primulaceae ::Primula grandiflora mix:At the present I am not sure of the exact genealogy of these plants. The genus species I have used is off the labels at the gardens. With some more research I hope to solve this problem.::
Carophyllaceae:carophyllaceae dianthus gratianapolitanus:Cheddar Pink:An extremely hardy plant with gray green foliage and clove scented pink flowers.::
Bromeliaceae:bromeliaceae vriesea splendens:Flaming Sword:An easy to grow Bromeliad that has interesting foliage and a large spike that lasts for a long period of time.::8-11-01 4.12.05
Ranunculaceae ::Clematis Single large flower group:This group consists of Clematis with large single flowers that come in a plethora of colors. It will take 2-3 years for this group to develop a good root system to support a large floriferous plant.::
Solanaceae:solanaceae petunia cascade:Cascade Petunias:The Cascade series are single grandiflora Petunia's. They produce large flowers on cascading stems and are commonly used in pots and baskets. Refer back to Petunia for a complete cultural list for this plant.::rev6.10.02 6.24.05
Campanulaceae:campanulaceae campanula carpatica carpathian harebell:Campanula Blue Clips:A group of small, easy to grow Campanulas for the full sun well drained areas of the garden.::06.23.03 4.12.05
Caryophyllaceae::Creeping Baby's Breath Rosea, Creeping Baby's Breath :A low growing Baby's Breath for full sun well drained soils. Good for edging and cascading over walls.::
Araceae:araceae arisema triphyllum:Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Indian Turnip:A native wild flower forming a green or purple brown hooded spathe.::
Ranunculaceae ::Clematis double and semi-double large flowers:A group of Clematis with large double or semi-double flowers. Most produce double flowers only during one of their blooming periods.::
Bromeliaceae:bromeliaceae vriesea named cultivars:Vriesea Charlotte:::
Asteraceae::Tassel Flower:An heirloom flower with orange-red tassel flowers on long wiry stems.::8.21.05
Cruciterae:cruciterae aubrieta deltoides:Rock Cress, False Rock Cress:A low growing perennial for the full sun well drained areas of the garden.::11.29.03
Cyperaceae ::Treasure Island Sedge:A slow spreading variegated ground cover sedge.::
Hydrophyllaceae::Virginia Water leaf, John's-cabbage, Shawnee-salad:A native wild flower for moist areas. ::
Asteraceae:compositae sanvitalia procumbens mandarin orange:Zinnia Manadarin Orange:A fast growing plant that is great for cascading over the sides of pots and in hanging baskets.::7-14-01 4.16.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae spiraea x arguta garland spirea:Garland Spirea:Garland Spirea produces arching branches loaded with clusters of small white flowers at the end of May.::02.26.04 5.15.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae packera plattensis:Prairie Ragwort:A short lived perennial of biennial.::4.10.5
Berberidaceae ::Helmond Pillar Barberry:A red foliage columnar Barberry.::
Liliaceae ::Ti Plant:A tropical shrub that makes a nice colorful house plant.::6.9.05
Asteraceae:asteraceae solidago rugosa fireworks:Fireworks Goldenrod:A late blooming cultivar of the native Goldenrod.::3.8.02 4.11.5
Poaceae ::Pennestetum Jester:An improved ornamental millet grass.::
Salicaceae ::Silky White Willow:::
Begoniaceae:begoniaceae begonia semperflorens:Begonia, Wax Begonia, Fiborous rooted Begonia:A very popular group of annuals that can be grown in full sun or shade. Great in gardens or containers. Give it a bright window and it can be used as a indoor plant during the winter. They are very floriferous.::4.11.05
Magnoliaceae::Cucumber Tree Magnolia, Cucumber Tree:A large tree that is one of the hardiest of the Magnolias.::05.24.06
Primulaceae:primulaceae dodecatheon meadia:Shooting Star, Eastern Shooting Star, Prairie Pointer:Given the proper site and care, this can be a great addition to the garden. A captivating spring blooming plant for the woods garden.::7-31-01 5.10.05
Aceraceae::Three-Flowered Maple,, Three Flowered Maple:A small Maple tree tolerant of shaded conditions with exfoliating bark.::11.23.05
Caprifoliaceae ::Weigela maximiowiczi:An unusual Weigela with yellow flowers.::
Araceae:araceae dieffenbachia sequine:Dieffenbachia, Dumb Cane:A relatively easy plant to grow. For some people this plant grows like a weed, for others they have trouble keeping it alive. It is a poisonous plant.::4.5.8
Lamiaceae:lamiaceae plectranthus australis:Swedish Ivy:A tough plant for the moderate to bright areas of your house. The name Swedish does not coincide with the botanical reality of this plant. It is native to Australia and the surrounding Pacific Islands. It is also not a true Ivy. Go figure?:: 4.21.05
Asteraceae::Tennessee Coneflower:A southeastern native cousin to the more common Purple Coneflower.::09.22.05
Ranunculaceae::Yunnan Meadow-rue:::5.11.05
Pinaceae ::Gentsch White Canadian hemlock:A globose to nested form Hemlock with white tipped foliage.::
Amaranthaceae::Globe Amaranth:A tough plant with clover-like flowers coming in a wide range of colors. Flowers are excellent for cutting and easily dried.::05.30.06
Rosaceae::Prince Willlliams Amelancheir:An upright suckering plant with silver gray bark and white flower at the end of April to early May.::
Asteraceae:asteraceae rudbeckia fulgida sullivantii goldstrum:Rudbeckia Goldstrum:One of the best perennials for its length of bloom and perenniablity. Grows best in full sun but tolerates a little shade::07.21.03 4.10.5
Euphorbiaceae::Euphorbia Diamound Frost:Creates a mass of white flowers reminiscent of Baby's Breath. Heat, full sun and draught tolerant.::
Pinaceae:pinaceae pinus nigra:Austrian Pine:One of the better pines for the landscape.::5.6.05
Agavaceae::New Zeeland Flax:A tropical perennial resembling a Yucca filamentosa.::
Liliaceae:liliaceae tulipa fosteriana:Fosteriana Tulips:This class of Tulip's was developed from the species tulips native to central Asia. They bloom early in the season.::03.22.03 4.27.05
Gesneriaceae:gesneriaceae episcia hybrid chocolate soldier:Episcia:A relatively difficult plant to grow requiring a warm temperature and above average humidity.::4.18.05
Pinaceae ::Boesger Pyramidal Silver Fir:A narrow pyramidal form with deep green foliage.::
Lamiaceae ::Perilla Magilla, Perilla Magilla Beefsteak Plant, Perilla Red:A large Coleus look a like plant with colorful leaves.::
Labiatae::Ajuga Mahogany:An Ajuga with very dark black to burgundy to mahogany foliage.::
Cornaceae ::Dwarf Red Tipped Dogwood:A small to medium size Dogwood with red tinged new foliage.::
Crassulaceae ::European Sedum:::
Portulacaceae:portulacaceae portulaca oleracea:Common Purslane, Rubber Weed,:A mat forming, succulent plant that can be a weedy pest in gardens. A very difficult plant to rid from the garden.::07.06.03
Apocynaceae:apocynaceae catharanthus roseus:Madagascar Periwinkle, Vinca, Periwinkle:A plant that has gained in popularity. Vinca looks like Impatiens but unlike Impatiens they tolerates full sun, drier conditions.::rev. 02.26.03 4.8.5
Asteraceae::Ox-eye Daisy, White Daisy, Field Ox-eyed Daisy:An introduced garden perennial that has become a common weed in fields and along roads. :ox eye daisy, white weed, field daisy:5.27.05
Calycanthaceae::Sweetbush, Caroline Allspice:A large shrub with unusual flowers.::
Bromeliaceae::Earth Stars:::
Verbenaceae::Purple Beautyberry, Chinese Beautyberry :A graceful medium shrub with arching branches.::
Fumariaceae ::Goldheart Bleeding Heart:A long with the charming pendant shaped pink flowers this plant has stunning golden foliage. Prefers a cool shady spot.::
Compositae:compositae matricaria matricariodes:Pineapple Weed:A small plant that is commonly found growing on the edges of driveways and waste areas.::11-21-01 4.16.05
Rosaceae::Tom Thumb Cotoneaster, Little Gem Cotoneaster:A slow growing shrub with glossy green foliage.::
Crassulaceae:crassulaceae kalanchoe daigremontiana x tubiflora:Mother of Thousands, Mother of Millions, Devil's Backbone, Mexican Hat Plant:A very unusual plant producing multitudes of plantlets on the tips and margins of the leaves. Each plantlet has the potential of producing a new plant.::3.28.05
Cyperaceae::Fiber Optics Grass, Nodding Scripus:A interesting moisture loving plant with tiny flowers on the end of thin grass-like foliage.::
Begoniaceae::Begonia Sophie Cecile:A tall growing cane-like Begonia.::02.16.06
Salicaceae:salicaceae salix integra haukura nishiki:Dappled Willow, Hakura Nishiki Willow:A medium to large shrub with mottled white, green and pink foliage.::5.27.05
Lamiaceae:labiatae coleus blumei:Coleus, Painted Nettle, Flame Nettle:A duel purpose plant. Grown outdoors during the summer, root a cutting and grow it indoors in a bright window during the winter.::04.15.01, 04-19-01, 03.30.05 4.19.05
Liliaceae:liliaceae hemerocallis yellow or gold flowering daylily:Yellow or Gold Flowering Daylily:This section contains pictures of yellow or gold flowering Daylily.::7-19-02 4.22.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae potentilla fruiticosa aurea:Golden Springs Potentilla:::6.2.02 5.16.05
Rosaceae:rosaceae spiraea japonica goldmound spirea:Goldmound Spirea:A compact Spirea with bright yellow foliage in the spring time of the year.::5.16.05
Apiaceae:umbelliferae aegopodium podagraria vari