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Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’: Japanese Garden Star

by Martin
Acer palmatum bloodgood

Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’ Common name : Japanese Maple Family : Aceraceae Acer palmatums are tremendous garden plants, probably amongst the best loved of ornamental garden trees. Acer palmatum ‘Bloodgood’, a round-headed, deciduous tree or shrub growing to 5m x 5m, is undoubtedly one of the best. Here it is pictured in a border in early …

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Categories Gardening news, Trees Tags Partial shade, Shade 7 Comments

Acanthus mollis: For foliage and flowers, sun and shade

by Martin
Acanthus mollis foliage

Acanthus mollis is also known as the Oyster Plant or Bear’s Breeches. It is a plant I very often incorporate into my gardens. It is easy to grow, creates a good shape in the border and provides interest through both its foliage and its flowers. Acanthus mollis plant notes Family Acanthaceae Plant Type Herbaceous perennial …

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Categories Perennials Tags Shade, Sun 2 Comments

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