Featured Plants : fast grower

Plant Hydrangea Late Panicle for Fall Color

barb-nhn — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 00:08:00 GMT

The Hydrangea Late Panicle is a shrub that has white airy flowers that can reach 10-12" in length in late August. The flowers are a mixture of sterile and fertile flowers which gives them less density and less likelihood to tip or droop. This Hydrangea's flowers will turn bronze in fall; grows 6-8 feet in zones 3-8.

Trained to a single stem with a head, it blooms in late August with showy white flowers which age to a lovely mauve pink. The flower head is more open than PeeGee Hydrangea, resulting in an elegant airy, showy floral display.

Hydrangeas grow best in moist, well-drained soil. Most hydrangeas benefit from some shade, especially in hot climates. It has average water needs; water regularly; do not overwater. These shrubs are fast growing and are great for informal screens, specimen plants, or for cut arrangements.

It is best to prune every year in the fall after blooming, no more than 1/3 of the plant. These plants look best if they are kept pruned and this regular pruning keeps them thick at the base. They are hardy and will not need to be covered to flower.

The Graceful and Elegant River Birch - Dura Heat

barb-nhn — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:21:00 GMT

The River Birch Dura Heat is extremely popular as an ornamental tree. It offers superlative, lustrous, dark green leaves that turn soft butter yellow in the autumn. These leaves are more leathery and smaller than other varieties and the species. The beautiful cinnamon to creamy white exfoliating bark on the trunk and branches is one of the reasons why it is so popular. It is widely known for this unique, exfoliating bark. Exfoliation refers to the platy, peeling of the bark that makes it look like paper strips.

The River Birch is deciduous, losing its leaves in the fall, but this just makes it easier to notice the beautiful bark all winter long. It is hardy for most all U.S. climate zones, is fast-growing, nicely forked, and wind and ice resistant. 'Dura Heat' has a denser canopy of foliage than the species River Birch, along with leaf spot resistance. The Dura Heat is denser and the leaves are greener in the summer months. The tree is very intolerant to shade. Dura Heat prefers moist sites, but as its name implies, tolerates drier and hotter conditions, better than most other River Birch. Because of its grace and elegance, it makes an excellent specimen tree.

The Corkscrew Willow Tree

barb-nhn — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:18:00 GMT

The main ornamental feature of the Corkscrew WIllow Tree is the contorted and twisted branches and twigs. Branches arise from the trunk at an acute angle and grow up almost parallel to the trunk before they curve back to the horizontal. The winter branch pattern also is most interesting and accounts for the popularity of this tree. It is a very striking tree, so give it a prominent place in your landscape!

Corkscrew Willow is a fast growing, upright, deciduous tree, with curiously twisted shoots. The leaves are bright green, lance-shaped, and also twisted. It bears yellow-green catkins. This ornamental tree has branches that are often used in floral arrangements.

Corkscrew Willow trees tolerate any soil, especially wet soils with poor drainage. Plant them singly, or use for a shade tree. You can plant them in lines for a privacy tree screen or windbreaks, or to line a driveway. A fast growing tree, it grows 20-30 feet in height, loves sun to partial sun, and thrives in zones 4-8.

The Petunia Supertunia Mini Blue Veined Will Add A Delicate Asset To Your Gardening

patti-nhn — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:01:00 GMT

This Petunia Supertunia Mini Blue Veined is not only lovely with its blue veined flowers but is also very fragrant. The blooms are long lasting. This is a Petunia Hybrid with masses of small flowers and has a trailing habit. They are heat and drought tolerant which is a plus. Being fast growers, they can grow nearly an inch a day. The Mini Blue Veined can be planted in a variety of ways. They look great and are often used along with other plants in the garden, hanging baskets, pots and on your balcony or patio.

The Mini Blue Veined Supertunias will mature to a height of 6 to 12 inches and spread out from 24 to 40 inches. They do require full sun and are heat and drought tolerant once established. They don't require deadheading to keep flowering nor are they leggy. You will want to make sure that they have ample moisture and fertilizer. They are hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. In zones 3-8 they are an annual and 9 to 11 they can be a perennial. This is a great plant to mix with other plants as they will compliment each other.

Blue Fan Flowers Are Proven Winners!

patti-nhn — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 11:34:00 GMT

These Blue Fan Flowers are a whirlwind of color and their petals appear to look like fans. They have wonderful dark blue flowers with creamy white to yellow centers. This flower will bloom with non-stop flowers to enjoy all season. They have wonderful green foliage and their branching is better than other Scaevola varieties. They are fast growers and need full sun.

This is a trailing plant that has an open, prostrate habit. It can grow from 8 to 12 inches tall and it will tolerate many conditions. It can handle stress without losing its leaves. It is hardy from zones 3 to 11. In zones 9 to 11 it can be a perennial and in zones 3 to 8 it will be an annual. Your friends will be wanting some of these flowers in their gardens or patios once they see yours!

This Orange Dreamsicle Calibrachoa Doesn't Melt In Your Hands!

patti-nhn — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 11:11:00 GMT

This Calibrachoa Orange Dreamsicle is from Proven Winners and is an annual hybrid. Their appearance is similar to a miniature petunia. It will produce hundreds of blooms with a wonderfully bright orange coloring. They have a trailing form that will mature from 6 to 10 inches tall and spread 8 to 10 inches wide.

Full to partial sun is required for proper bloom production and color. They are a fast grower and are hardy from zones 9 to 11. They are widely adaptable to soil and moisture conditions. The flowers are orange the foliage is green. This is an annual that will add a lot of color and interest to your garden.

Looking For A Fast Growing Clump Grass?

patti-nhn — Fri, 22 May 2009 14:56:00 GMT

The Purple Fountain Grass adds color and interest to your landscaping, is fast growing and is easy to grow. The purple fox tails that sprout out are fun to see waving in the wind. The flowers, the fox tails, begin sprouting in mid-summer and will last into fall. It can be used well as a container grass or in a bed.

Purple Fountain Grass will begin flourishing in mid summer and can last up until the first frost. It can grow from zone 3 to 11 and it is very hardy however in colder climates it would be an annual. Full sun is required and you will want the ground to be well drained. Also, you will want to wait until the danger of frost has passed. It can grow from 12 to 36 inches in height and spread from 20 to 36 inches wide. The plumes arch and it has a moderate growth rate. Foliage is a burgundy color. This grass would be a great compliment to your flower bed or as a border plant and even planted in any areas you want a grow on its own.

Try A Soft Pink Appleblossom Geranium

patti-nhn — Wed, 20 May 2009 11:12:00 GMT

Geranium Appleblossom is a great addition to your landscape. They have Pink double flowers that stand out. You can plant them in containers, hanging baskets (which is a favorite way to plant for many) as well as make a good bedding plant. This plant has succulent leaves and stems. It also grows upright and is vigorous. Some people have planted them in with Petunias and Ivy plants for some extra punch.

This Geranium's leafs also exhibit leaf zoning. They can be grown in most areas across the country. They are hardy from zone 3 to zone 11. The Appleblossom will grow upright from 18 to 24 inches and spread to 24 inches. They are a fast grower and need full sun to partial sun. This plant will thrive in ordinary well drained soil. You will not want to over fertilize as that will cause excessive foliage and a small amount of flowers. You can fertilize lightly every 2 weeks. If you pinch the shoots that will promote bushiness and then if you remove the spent flowers that will enhance the flowering.

Fishnet Stocking Coleus

patti-nhn — Sun, 03 May 2009 08:24:00 GMT

When you see the name of this plant Fishnet Stocking Coleus Hybrid, you are probably thinking, "What an unusual name for a plant?" right? I thought so too. It is amazing how much the leaves of this Coleus look like fishnet with its burgundy "veins" and lime green foliage. These colors will really add pizazz to your garden either planted directly into the garden or planted in containers. This variety of Coleus loves the sun. Frost is another matter. They can die immediately after being exposed to frost. They prefer temps of 55 degrees or higher.

The Fishnet Stocking Coleus is easy to grow. If you pinch the flowers off as they die it will cause the plant to be even more full. Coleus do need good soil with good drainage. Sometimes they have even been grown inside. I knew them as inside plants before I knew they were popular outdoors as well. The Fishnet Stocking Coleus can be a perennial in the warmer zones and will not survive the colder zones so it will be an annual in those areas. They can be grown in full sun to full shade and are fast growers and will grow upright. Add some to your garden and receive lots of compliments!

Autumn Fantasy Red Silver Maple Fast Growing

patti-nhn — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:01:00 GMT

If you have autumn fantasies about the beauty of the trees when they are turning colors in the fall, this would be a great tree for you. The Autumn Fantasy Red Silver Maple Acer x freemanii 'DTR 102' is quite a tree! This tree is fast growing so will fill in your landscaping soon. It is a beautiful tree to anchor any landscape. Maples are known for their beautiful fall color and Autumn Fantasy is no slouch with its bright red leaves that wave in the breeze.

The Autumn Fantasy will grow from 40 to 45 feet tall and will spread equally as much. It is fully crowned and heavily leafed out. This tree is adaptable to many growing conditions, it is a hardy tree. It will take about 30 years for it to attain it's full height and width which is much faster than most trees. Enjoy the fall season with this hardy and beautiful tree!

Aunt Dee Wisteria A Showy Vine

patti-nhn — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:46:00 GMT

The Aunt Dee Wisteria Wisteria macrostachya 'Aunt Dee' is a great plant for a mail box or fence post, trellises or arbors. I'm sure there are many other types of things you could use it for, it just needs to have something to support it. Otherwise, it can also be grown as a ground cover or even as a tree, but growing as a tree is against the plant's nature so it may not do well without a lot of care.

It blooms in mid to late spring with bunches of wonderful light purple flowers that are about 7 to 12 inches along its stem. It will also rebloom. This variety of Wisteria is quite hardy and it can be grown from zones 4 to 8. This is a fast growing vine and is good sized with a height of 25 feet and spreading out from 35 to 40 feet. This Aunt Dee is widely adaptable for soil type although it does prefer moist, well drained soil. You will want to plant it in full to partial sunlight. This is a beautiful plant and very desirable.

Mars Grapes Versatile And Fast Growing

patti-nhn — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 14:45:00 GMT

You won't have to fly to Mars to get this delicious and seedless blue grape. The Mars Grape 'Vitis Mars' is an average sized grape that grows in full clusters. It is a vigorous grower and can even grow its first fruits early. It has a good resistance to diseases like powdery mildew and black rot. The Mars grapes have a tough skin that will easily separate from the flesh. The flesh is very pulpy so would do well in desserts and eaten fresh. They have a flavor similar to a Concord grape.

The height of the Mars grape vines can grow from 6 to 8 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide. Grapes require moist, well-drained soil and lots of full sun. They do need good support to grow on which can be trellises, arbors, fences to name a few. They are best planted on the south side of a building or near a windbreak to block any strong winds. They are hardy from zone 5 to zone 8. Grape vines are considered ornamental due to their twisting, winding vines and the flower colors and occasional fall color. Growing your own grapes can save you money at the grocery store and homegrown tend to be fresher and more tasty.

Niagara Is Not Just Falls But Seedless Grapes Too!

patti-nhn — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 16:33:00 GMT

The Niagara Grape Vitis labrusca 'Niagara' is white like the foam on the water at Niagara Falls. This is a wine quality grape and being seedless makes it easier to use in jams, jellies, desserts and wines. It has a very sweet flavor that is good for eating fresh. Grapes are full of vitamins and antioxidants that help keep us healthy.

The Niagara grape will grow from 15 to 20 feet tall. It is a climbing vine so you will want to have full support for it as it grows. Typically trellises, arbors and fences are often used to grow grapes on. They are often used as hedges when grown on fences. Grapes require moist, well drained soil and full sun. You will want to keep them from strong winds so planting on the south side of a building or windbreak is best. Niagara grapes can be grown from zone 5 to zone 8 and they are a fast grower. Growing your own grapes can be fun and cost saving as well. Home grown grapes are fresher and generally taste better when picked straight from the tree as opposed to the grocery store.

Cutleaf Weeping Birch Famous And Graceful

patti-nhn — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 20:51:00 GMT

The Cutleaf Weeping Birch Betula pendula 'dalecarlica' is famous for its pronounced weeping form. It sways gracefully in the breeze. The branches are pendulous and features fine leaves that have a deeply cut fern look to them. The dark green leaves take on a wonderful yellow hue in the fall. The bark is white so would really stand out in your lawn or near your garden with all of its color.

It is one of the most popular birch trees for an accent tree in your yard and is often found in parks. This Cutleaf Weeping birch is a fast growing and can grow from 30 feet to 40 feet tall and 25 feet wide. It is hardy from zone 2 to zone 6. It grows best in full sun and is widely adaptable in soil type. This is a lovely and enjoyable tree to plant near a patio or balcony.

Celebrate With A Celebration Maple Tree!

patti-nhn — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:50:00 GMT

The Celebration Maple Acer x freemanii 'Celzam' PP7655 is becoming very popular. One of its best attributes is that it is seedless. It is hardy to zone 4 and can hold up well under heavy snow. One of the reasons for that is it's good crotch angles that make it strong and sturdy. It is also drought tolerant and is a male clone.

One of its most attractive features is its upright and pyramid shape as well as it is very compact in size. It is a fast grower but grows in spurts of fast, then moderate. It will grow up to 45 to 50 feet tall and about 20 to 25 feet wide. If you like fall color, these leaves tend to be one of the first to show off. Their color begins red and will then become golden, it all depends on the location of the tree. It is a beautiful Maple tree and very hardy and sturdy. An excellent tree for your landscape!