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Shrubs
Friday, March 21 2003 @ 05:02 AM
Contributed by: Admin
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Source: garden.ie

For easy maintenance, shrubs are next best after trees. Shrubs can be used in small gardens to fill space in the same way that trees can be used in large gardens. Many of them are fast-growing and quickly fill a considerable area. A piece of ground planted with shrubs has a much lower maintenance requirement than a similar area of lawn. Therefore, the conversion of part of the garden area to accommodate shrubs reduces effort.

Many shrubs clothe themselves with foliage down to ground level, which increases their competitive ability over non-woody weeds. A distinct advantage in favour of woody plants in general, and shrubs in particular, is their immunity to the chemical weedkiller, Simazine. Although not all shrubs are immune, the majority are.


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King Palm - Archontophoenix cunninghamiana
Friday, March 21 2003 @ 04:34 AM
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Source: smgrowers.com

The King palm is said to have a "crown" which is the smooth green to purplish-brown portion of the trunk that starts 3 feet below the leaves. This solitary trunk palm grows to 60 feet tall and displays arching feather leaves. The pinkish flowers are clustered on pendulous inflorescences which grow from the base of the crownshaft. Will grow in full sun to part shade with occasional summer watering. It stabilizes soil erosion and is wind tolerant. Hardy to 28°F.


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Lavandula angustifolia - English Lavender
Friday, March 21 2003 @ 03:57 AM
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Distinguished from other lavenders by its long thin leaves, Lavandula angustifolia forms a much branched shrub about 2-3 feet tall with mid-summer blooming stalks of pale lavender-blue flowers reaching 1-2 feet above the foliage. It does best in the full sun and has low water needs. This is the hardiest of all lavenders and it can tolerate temperatures below 15 degrees F

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Transplanting Trees and Shrubs
Friday, March 21 2003 @ 03:27 AM
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Views: 1362
Source: ext.vt.edu

When adding trees or shrubs to your home landscape, be sure you have the right plant for the right place, taking into account the site, the hardiness of the new plants, and your geographic location. Following are things you can do to be sure your transplants become well established:


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Acer griseum: Paperbark Maple
Friday, March 21 2003 @ 03:13 AM
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Source:nobleplants.com

FAMILY: Aceraceae


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Shrubs for Wildlife
Thursday, March 20 2003 @ 10:38 AM
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Views: 1085
Source: ngpc.state.ne.us

Introduction

Shrubs are important components of both rural and urban areas. They provide beauty, diversity, wind protection, privacy, homes for wildlife and even a source of human food. Backyards, gardens, shelterbelts, woodlots, wildlife areas, and fence rows are among the areas that could beneflt from shrub plantings. Species selection and planting designs vary with the landowner's tastes and objectives. Yet, there are certain guidelines to remember.


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How to Prune a Tree
Thursday, March 20 2003 @ 09:38 AM
Contributed by: Admin
Views: 2705
Source: treehelp.com

A tree may need pruning for a variety of reasons:

· To remove diseased or storm-damaged branches
· To thin the crown to permit new growth and better air circulation
· To reduce the height of a tree
· To remove obstructing lower branches
· To shape a tree for design purposes


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Selecting Shade Trees
Thursday, March 20 2003 @ 02:11 AM
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Views: 968
Source: NDSU Extension Service Horticulturists

Because of their permanence and importance in the landscape, shade trees should be selected with great care.

Trees provide shade, help shelter us from wind, and may screen undesirable views or enhance beautiful vistas. Trees make our environment more livable.


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Common Lilac: Syringa vulgaris
Wednesday, March 19 2003 @ 11:23 AM
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Lilac bushes are an upright shrub that range between 4' to 15' high (1.2 to 5 m) with large clusters of single or double-headed blooms or star florets.
Lilacs are known for the wonderful scent their blooms produce but some of the fancier hybrids have lost their scent so choose carefully before you purchase your plant.

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Choosing Trees and Shrubs
Wednesday, March 19 2003 @ 10:27 AM
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You can buy trees and shrubs from nurseries, department stores and even grocery stores. Your local nursery is the best place to buy trees and shrubs. But even nursery stock plants can be a poor buy if they in poor condition.

Evergreens are often sold as "ball and burlap" plants; that is, the roots are contained in a ball of soil that has been wrapped in burlap. The soil helps prevent the roots from drying out. Trees and shrubs may also be sold in pots or bare-rooted. Here are some buying tips:


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