plant fasciation - Gardening
Oregonian: What is plant ‘fasciation’ and will it spread? Ask Extension expert I recently learned about a mysterious, relatively rare affliction of plants called “fasciation.” A fireweed plant at the Point Bridget trailhead had not developed the usual towering spire of buds with ... Times-Standard: Fascinating fasciation | Eureka gardener shares story behind ‘unusual lily development’ Marian Brady of Eureka has been watching an “unusual lily development” play out in her backyard for nearly two months.
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The floral phenomenon — known as fasciation — can result in flattened stems, a ... Juneau Empire: On the Trails: An odd plant malady, a clever duck, and more On the Trails: An odd plant malady, a clever duck, and more Q: We’ve had this plant in our yard for at least seven or eight years, and this year it sprouted this unusual branch. It’s about 1.25-inches wide and the thickness of a normal “round” branch. We have ...
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Does anyone know of a eastern tree, suitable for zone 6, that has an interesting winter silhouette? I like the look of a black gum a few streets over, but I want to make sure that I do't over-look any other, possibly nicer ones, as this will probably be the last tree I ever plant. Thanks.