| Volume 4 Image Details |
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| Plant Name
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Description (Botanical name, common name, type, Bloom season, Light, Soil type, zone, height, uses, pixel width and height.) |
| # 250 - Alyssum 'white' | Lobularia maritima, Alyssum, Tender perennial, full sun to part shade, 4-12 inches, 182 x 150 pixels. |
| # 251 - Anchusa officinalis | Anchusa officinalis, Alkanet, Bugloss, Common alkanet, perennial, purplish blue flowers appear late May-October. prefers dry, sandy to gravelly soils, 1 - 3 ft., 244 x 148 pixels. |
| # 252 - Angel | Ceramic angel, garden accent image. 65 x 139 pixels |
| # 253 - Arborvitae | Thuja occidentalis, american arborvitae, evergreen tree; conifer; Fruit is a small (3/8") light brown cone, Needs a moist rich soil, Will tolerate light shade. Zones 3 -5, 15-25' Width: 6-20' 235 x 461 pixels. |
| # 254 - Argyranthemum 'pink' |
Argyranthemum frutescens, perennial, blooms spring through fall, prefers full sun; soil should be dry to moist, Zones: 9 - 10, 18" to 20", 244 x 149 pixels. |
| # 255 - Bellflower 'blue' |
Campanula, campanula cochleariifolia, Fairies thimbles, Perennial, flowers from July to August, prefers light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, well-drained soil, plant prefers acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It requires moist soil. Zone 6, 6", 151 x 166 pixels. |
| # 256 - Berm | Berm with rocks, 588 x 98 pixels. |
| # 257 - Bridge rail | wooden bridge rail. 549 x 205 pixels |
| # 258 - Burning bush 'fall'
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Euonymus alatus or Winged Euonymus, Burning Bush, Diciduous shrub, 6' tall x 10' wide, full sun to full shade, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Slow growth rate. Fall color is a brilliant flaming red in sunny sites or a faded pink-red in shady sites in Autumn. Yellow-green miniature inflorescences in late May and early June, usually inconspicuous and hidden among the expanded foliage. Small green Summer fruits mature to a beige-red capsule, which dehisces (splits open) to show a few orange fruits in September just before fall coloration, often concealed by the red Autumn foliage. Zones 3 - 9, 353 x 250 pixels |
| # 259 - Burning bush 'green'
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Euonymus alatus or Winged Euonymus, Burning Bush, Deciduous shrub, 6' tall x 10' wide, full sun to full shade, moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Slow growth rate. Fall color is a brilliant flaming red in sunny sites or a faded pink-red in shady sites in Autumn. Yellow-green miniature inflorescences in late May and early June, usually inconspicuous and hidden among the expanded foliage. Small green Summer fruits mature to a beige-red capsule, which dehisces (splits open) to show a few orange fruits in September just before fall coloration, often concealed by the red Autumn foliage. Zones 3 - 9, 426 x 250 pixels. |
| # 260 - California poppy
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Eschscholtzia californica, California Poppy, Half annual, Early to late summer bloom, 8-10 in, Best in full sun.Warning! Can be poisonous if ingested. Sensitivity to a toxin varies with a person’s age, weight, physical condition, and individual susceptibility. Children are most vulnerable because of their curiosity and small size. 166 x 149 pixels |
| # 261 - Canna 'lucifer red' | Canna generalis, Canna Lily, Tuberous perennial, bulb. Full sun. Humus rich soil. Moderate water needs. Flower in summer-fall. 3-4'. Hardy to 0 degrees F. 198 x 202 pixels. |
| # 262 - Capsicum annua
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Capsicum annua, Capsaicin, capsicum, cayanne (Capsicum annuum, hot pepper, red pepper) Fertile well drained soil. full sun. 10". Sow seed at 70 degrees. Aids digestion, improves circulation, and stops bleeding from ulcers. Good for the heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, spleen, and stomach. Useful for arthritis and rheumatism. Can ward off colds, sinus infections, and sore throats. Originally from South America, the cayenne plant has spread across the globe both as a food and as a medicine. Cayenne is very closely related to bell peppers, jalapeños, paprika, and other similar peppers. The fruit is used. 234 x 146 pixels |
| # 263 - Clown Violet
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Torenia fournieri--Wishbone Flower, Clown Violet, Annual, Shade, part shade. Spring, Summer bloom, 10", Requires organic soil, kept evenly moist. Zone: 1 - 11. 179 x 140 pixels. |
| # 264 - Cuphea rosea | Cuphea rosea , CUPHEA, Lavender Lace, False Heather. A beautiful little evergreen plant imported from New Zealand which shows violet pink small flowers from June continuously right through to the end of November. Grows to 15" tall. Zone 10, 211 x 139 pixels |
| # 265 - Daylily 'stella d' oro' |
Hemerocallis Hybrid, daylily 'stella d' oro', perennial, sun to part shade, individual blooms last for only one day. 18", Zone 5 - 11, 243 x 198 pixels, |
| # 266 - Dianthus 'scarlet' | Dianthus barbatus, short lived perennial, sun to part shade, moist well drained soil, 14", Zones 5 - 10, 197 x 202 pixels |
| # 267 - Eustoma grandiflorum 'pink'
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Lisianthus, half-hardy perennial, 12 - 36 inches, Summer - Fall bloom, Color of Flowers: White, Purple, Pink, Blue, The long lasting blooms of the lisianthus are an asset. The flower will last at least one week after opening. Since there are several buds on a stem, others continue to open, extending your enjoyment of the bouquet. 156 x 139 pixels |
| # 268 - Globe arborvitae
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Thuja occidentalis 'Woodwardi', Globe Arborvitae; Fast growing globe- shape evergreen with rich green foliage; conifer; Retains globe shape without trimming.Good in full sun or light shade. Height: 3-4' Zone: 3-8. 240 x 187 pixels |
| # 269 - guzmania torch | Guzmania torch, Bromeliad,18-20in , 286 x 202 pixels |
| # 270 - Japanese yew
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Taxus cuspidata, Japanese Yew, dioecious, conifer; grows in sun or shade and prefers a moist, sandy loam. Japanese yew dies back in very acid or poorly drained soil. 25', Zones 4 - 7. 386 x 436 pixels. |
| # 271 - Juniper pom pom
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Juniperus, Pom Pom Juniper, Cupressaceae evergreen; conifer; prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun, but is very urban tolerant, especially to poor soils, compacted soils, soils of various pH, heat, drought, and moderate pruning or constant shearing; will not tolerate full shade or wet sites, 6'-8', Zone 5, 364 x 288 pixels. |
| # 272 - Eustoma lieanthue 'blue'
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Lisianthus, half-hardy perennial, 12 - 36 inches, Summer - Fall bloom, Color of Flowers: White, Purple, Pink, Blue, The long lasting blooms of the lisianthus are an asset. The flower will last at least one week after opening. Since there are several buds on a stem, others continue to open, extending your enjoyment of the bouquet. 177 x 159 pixels |
| # 273 - Lobelia 'blue' | Lobelia erinus, Trailing Lobelia, Lobelia, annual, Family Campanulaceae, Bellflower, moist, fertile soil, 4-9" tall x 4-6" wide, slow growing, full sun to, part shade. Zones1 - 11, 170 x 114 pixels |
| # 274 - Lobelia speciosa 'red'
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Lobelia speciosa, Lobelia, Compliment Deep Red, Perennial, Lobelias are well known for blooming for 3 months and for their long lasting, long stemmed cut flowers. This variety bears long spikes of rich, dark red "butterflies". Very easy to grow (no disease or bugs). Just cut it back when blooming is finished and it will re-sprout fresh growth in spring. Wonderful in a container (10" and up) also. Full Sun - Pt. Shade Rich Soil is best Avg. or High Water. 149 x 221 pixels. |
| # 275 - Melampodium paludosum | Melampodium paludosum, Star Daisy, Annual, Full Sun Summer, Autumn bloom, 1 - 1.5 ft. Rich, Neutral, Well-Drained Soil, Zone: 1 - 11, 212 x 202 pixels |
| # 276 - Mexican heather
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Cuphea hyssopifola, False Heather, Lythraceae Loosestrife, Perennial, 12" to 24", prefers partial shade or partial sun to full sun; soil should be moist, Bloom Colors: Lavender, pink, purple, white - spring through winter. Zones: 8 - 11, 206 x 160 pixels |
| # 277 - Rose 'salmon' Type: miniature | Miniature Rose, 170 x 139 pixels |
| # 278 - Mirabilis japala | Mirabilis jalapa, Four-o'clock, Native to Tropical America, Annual, Prefers well-drained ordinary garden soil, Summer to fall blooms, Sun to part shade, 20 to 24", 187 x 139 pixels. |
| # 279 - Moss Rose 'orange'
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Portulaca grandiflora, Moss rose, Annual, Low, Spreading, Full Sun,Summer, Autumn blooms, 8 - 12", Neutral, Dry, soil, Zone: 1 - 11, 247 x 139 pixels |
| # 280 - Moss Rose 'pink'
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Portulaca grandiflora, Moss rose, Annual, Low, Spreading, Full Sun, Summer, Autumn blooms, 8 - 12 ", Neutral, Dry, soil, Zone: 1 - 11, 167 x139 pixels |
| # 281 - Pansy 'blue w/yellow center' | Viola, pansy, viola, violet, perennial, 4 - 6", sun, part shade, 170 x 139 pixels |
| # 282 - Parsley | Petroselinum crispum, Parsley, biennial, sun or partial shade; rich, moist soil; 18-24" high; 8-16" wide. 235 x 139 pixels. |
| # 283 - Pee Gee Hydrangea Tree
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Hydrangea spp., Mountain hydrangea, French hydrangea, peegee hydrangea, oak-leaf hydrangea, deciduous shrub or small tree, Blooms in early summer, flowers are initially white, aging to pink then to rust in autumn. Full sun, well-drained average soil, blooms on new growth, so pruning should be done in late winter or early spring. Can be trained as a 25' tree but best as a 10-15 ' shrub., Zones 3-8, 665x 408 pixels. |
| # 284 - Peony 'semi double, dk pink' | Paeonia lactiflora, peony, perennial, 2.5' - 3', June - July bloom, well drained soil, full sun to light shade, zones 3 - 8, 245 x 408 pixels. |
| # 285 - Petunia 'bed, hot pink' | petunia, resisto series, (multiflora), annual, 6 - 12 ", full sun, light well drained soil, 304 x 165 pixels |
| # 286 - Petunia 'striped, pink & white' | petunia, rose star, annual, 12", full sun, light well drained soil, 196 x 139 pixels |
| # 287 - Petunias 'merlin blue picotee' | petunia, blue frost, annual, 6 -12", full sun, light well drained soil, 206 x 139 pixels |
| # 288 - Petunias 'white w/blue edges' | petunia, annual, 6 -12", full sun, light well drained soil, 246 x 139 pixels. |
| # 289 - Yarrow 'pink'
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Achillea millefolium,Yarrow, (Asteraceae) perennial, A drought tolerant herb native to Europe, it has naturalized throughout temperate North America. Yarrow can endure dry, impoverished soil and survive with little maintenance. Full sun. Takes two years to become established. 1-3', May-November bloom, 128 x 149 pixels. |
| # 290 - Pinus mugo mugo
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Pinaceae Pinus mugo; Mugo Pine, Evergreen; Conifer; Slow growth, to 3 feet high by 5 feet wide; Full sun or partial shade; not for desert. Very little water needed once established; monthly in summer, well drained soil, no fertilizer needed, never shear, thin and head in spring to shape. Low maintenance. Zones 7 - 10, 366 x 240 pixels |
| # 291 - Red Cabbage
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var. capitata, common cabbage, a hardy vegetable that grows especially well in fertile soils. There are various shades of green available, as well as red or purple types. 163 x 139 pixels |
| # 292 - Red Rubin Basil
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Ocimum basilicum, red rubin basil, annual, A fine traditional flavor and aroma along with beautiful lavender flowers make this basil an outstanding culinary and ornamental variety. Full Sun/Partial Shade, Moist Well Drained Soil, 24" - 30", Beautiful purple foliage. Use fresh in salads or in herbal vinegars. The purple flowers attract butterflies. 195 x 178 pixels |
| # 293 - Rudbeckia ' indian summer' | Rudbeckia hirta, Indian Summer, biennial or perennial grown as annual, blooms mid summer until frost, up to 3 feet tall, full sun to partial shade, Zones 3 -7, 205 x 202 pixels. |
| # 294 - Rudbeckia 'rustic mix'
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Rudbeckia hirta, 'rustic dwarfs' Gloriosa daisy, biennial or perennial grown as annual, full sun to partial shade, moist, well drained soil, blooms mid summer until frost, up to 3' tall, Zones 3 -7, 216 x 202 pixels. |
| # 295 - Rudbeckia ' yellow w/ green center |
Rudbeckia hirta, 'green eyes' biennial or perennial grown as annual, blooms mid summer until frost, 12" to 3' tall, full sun to partial shade, Zones 3 - 7, 209 x 202 pixels. |
| # 296 - Salvia Farinacea,'Victoria', blue |
Salvia farinacea 'Victoria', annual, It is a dwarf variety of Salvia, growing to 18" tall, blooms from summer to late fall, does well in hot, humid climates, will do well in average garden soils, but must be well-drained. 124 x 202 pixels. |
| # 297 - Scutellaria Baicalensis (Scullcap) |
Scutellaria baicalensis, Chinese Scullcap, Baikal scullcap, Golden root, Hardy Perennial Flowers: July and June, Zones: 5 - 8, 207 x 182 pixels. |
| # 298 - Snapdragon 'salmon' | Antirrhinum majus, snapdragon, perennial treated as an annual, blooms spring- autumn, , full sun, 10", 113 x 200 pixels. |
| # 299 - Sneezeweed
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Helenium autumnale, sneeze wort, 'Riverton Gem', perennial, late summer-mid autumn bloom. full sun, light soil. 4'-6' tall by 3' wide, zones 4 to 8, 173 x 225 pixels |
| # 300 - Sunflower | Helainthus annuus, sunflower, annual, flowers July - October, any well drained soil, full sun, 6', 239 x 428 pixels. |
| # 301 - Tea Rose 'red' Hybrid |
Tea Rose 'red' Hybrid, Full sun, Zone 5, 4 ft H x 2 ft W, 135 x 202 pixels. |
| # 302 - Thai basil |
Ocimum basilicum L.,Thai Basil, aromatic herb, annual, This variety from Thailand is both an attractive ornamental as well as a culinary basil with an intensely sweet, anise-like fragrance, Full Sun, 18", 277 x 158 pixels. |
| # 303 - Thuja Occidentalis
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Thuja occidentalis, Woodward or Globe Arborvitae 'Woodwardii', Medium evergreen; Conifer; full sun to partial shade. Will not require pruning in most landscape situations as they naturally develop a pleasing symmetrical habit. However, when used as a screen or hedge they may be sheared to shape and reduce growth rate. Shearing may be done from early spring to July, 4'-6', Zone: 3-5, 244 x 202 pixels. |
| # 304 - Thunbergia ' red shades' | Thunbergia alata, black-eyed Susan, half-hardy annual, 4 - 10 ', well drained soil, full sun is essential, 533 x 400 pixels |
| # 305 - Tropaeolum 'orange' | Tropaeolum nanum, variegated leaf, annual, blooms June to October, full sun to part shade, zones 8- 11, 252 x 164 pixels. |
| # 306 - Viburnum x Carlcephalum tree
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Viburnum X carlcephalum, Fragrant Snowball, deciduous shrub, Flowers: pink buds, white flowers, Fruits: red to black, Fragrant snowball is grown for its very fragrant flowers. The small, white flowers develop from flower buds tinged with red. The flowers are borne in late May in 5-inch heads. The red and black fruits are produced in early summer. The fall foliage color is reddish purple. Partial shade or partial sun to full sun; soil should be wet, 8' to 10', Zones 5 to 8, 617 x 332 pixels. |
| # 307 - Zinnia 'pink, single' | Zinnia elegans, thumbelina series, zinnia, annual, full sun, well drained soil, 6", Zones 8 - 11, 135 x 139 pixels. |
| # 308 - Zinnias 'pink' |
Zinnia elegans, zinnia, annual, full sun, well drained soil, 24 to 30", Zones 8 - 11, 183 x 202 pixels, |
| # 309 - Zinnias 'yellow' | Zinnia elegans, zinnia, annual, full sun, well drained soil, 24 to 30" Zones 8 - 11, 213 x 139 pixels. |