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How to Grow Pseudolarix – Golden Larch
Pseudolarix, commonly known as golden larch (Pseudolarix amabilis), is a striking, deciduous conifer, unrelated to true larches but sharing similar traits, including golden autumn foliage and soft, needle-like leaves. Native to eastern China, it is an elegant choice for temperate gardens, admired for its symmetrical form, vibrant seasonal changes, and graceful appearance in winter. This […] More
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How to Grow Cunninghamia – China Fir
Cunninghamia, commonly known as China fir, is a stunning, slow-growing conifer prized for its beautiful, soft, and glossy foliage with a blue-green tint. This evergreen tree, native to China, is popular in gardens and landscapes for its striking pyramid shape, tough adaptability, and low maintenance needs. Known for its unique texture and excellent drought tolerance […] More
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How to Grow Cephalotaxus – Plum Yew
Cephalotaxus, commonly known as plum yew, is a slow-growing evergreen shrub or small tree with lush, dark green foliage, making it a fantastic option for shaded areas, woodland gardens, or as an accent in mixed borders. Native to East Asia, this plant is loved for its adaptability to various light conditions, tolerance of dry shade, […] More
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How to Grow Libdocederus – Incense Cedar
Libocedrus, commonly referred to as incense cedar, is a genus of evergreen conifers with majestic, columnar growth and aromatic foliage. Notable for its attractive, deeply ridged bark and dense, feathery leaves, incense cedar (most often Libocedrus decurrens, though there are other species) is a beautiful addition to gardens with adequate space. Native to the mountainous […] More
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How to Grow Larix – Larch
Larches (genus Larix) are unique deciduous conifers that shed their soft, needle-like leaves in fall after a stunning display of golden-yellow color. Native to cool, temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, these beautiful, long-lived trees bring year-round interest to gardens with their fresh green foliage in spring, vibrant golden hues in autumn, and an intriguing […] More
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How to Grow Melaleuca
Melaleuca is a genus of around 300 species of plants in the myrtle family (Myrtaceae), commonly known as paperbarks, honey myrtles, or tea trees. Native to Australia, Melaleuca plants are versatile and thrive in various climates, particularly in warm, temperate, and tropical regions. They are recognized for their distinctive bark, aromatic leaves, and often showy […] More
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How to Grow Glossy Abelia
Glossy abelia is a dense, semi-evergreen shrub that bears a profusion of delicate, lightly fragrant, funnel-shaped white and pink flowers. Dark green ovate or rounded leaves are opposite and turn bronze purple in fall. Abelia is a genus of small shrubs native to Asia and Mexico. Abelia thrives best in a sunny, sheltered location. Give […] More
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How to Grow Parkinsonia — Jerusalem Thorn
Parkinsonia–commonly called Jerusalem thorn or Mexican paloverde–is a deciduous tree with a picturesque open growth habit that admits light, dappled shade. In spring Parkinsonia bears racemes of fragrant, bright yellow flowers with orange-spotted petals and orange-red stamens. Parkinsonia is quick growing to about 30 feet (20m) high and 15 to 25 feet (5-8m) wide. Foliage […] More
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How to Grow Laburnum – Golden-Chain Tree
Golden-Chain Tree, Laburnum, is a small deciduous tree. Laburnum is native to Europe and Asia and belongs to the Pea Family. Golden-chain trees are among the most beautiful of flowering trees with three-part leaves and long drooping clusters of yellow pea-shaped flowers. The flowers are reminiscent of wisteria Laburnum thrives in any well-drained soil and can […] More
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How to Grow Arbutus – Strawberry Tree
Arbutus–commonly called Strawberry Tree–is an evergreen shrub or tree that is cultivated for its decorative bark, flowers, and fruit. The bark is smooth, red-brown, and often peeling. The flowers are small urn-shaped and white or pink. The fruits are yellow or red and look like miniature strawberries. Arbtus is a subtropical plant; it grows best […] More
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How to Grow Prosopis – Mesquite
Prosopis–commonly called mesquite–is an evergreen or deciduous tree with a picturesque, spreading canopy. Prosopis grows rapidly to about 30 feet (10m) and 15 feet (5m) wide. Prosopis has thorny branches with tiny leaflets. Small spikes of tiny greenish-yellow flowers appear in spring; bean-like pods follow flowers in summer. Use Prosopis as a windbreak or screen […] More
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How to Grow Sweet Gum — Liquidamber
Sweet Gum, Liquidamber, is a large deciduous tree with shining, aromatic, maple-like leaves that turn brilliant scarlet and deep crimson in early fall. In winter the tree is conspicuous for its erect branches, its deeply fissured bark, and its persistent shiny fruit balls. Sweet Gum is exceedingly ornamental and strikingly free from pests and diseases. It […] More
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