… through my nostrils at an Orchid Show scented display one year. The sweet smell was a great way to show many Chicago Botanic Garden visitors that vanilla comes from the fruits of the vanilla … and epiphytic roots anchor it to tree trunks. My last post, Vanilla inhabitants: The search for associated bacteria and fungi , showcased my ongoing experiment in Mexico. This included …
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… This pyramidal evergreen conifer needs full sun and moderate moisture conditions to reach a height of 30 feet. In spring and summer it produces inconspicuous brown blooms that give way to purple fruit. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This shrub grows to a height of 6 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has yellow blooms from March through June that give way to red fruit. It is a specimen. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, …
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… or the Landscape Gardens . They all feature individual garden rooms filled with gorgeous, best-for-the-Midwest plants, meandering paths, tidy brick-edged beds, fountains or pools, welcome benches to stop and admire with views across the lakes, and most importantly, captivating surprises at … and these methods, yourself. Vertical Gardens Elevate Eyes and Plants Growing “up” is one way to create additional garden space. The grape arbor serves many purposes: it provides a sunny …
Type: Walks
… Fermented foods are both healthy and a great way to reduce food waste. Join this hands-on class to learn about different types of fermentation. You will quickly put your new knowledge to action …
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… cross between ‘Allegheny’ and the Manchurian viburnum ( V. burejaeticum ). This shrub can grow to a height of 8’ with a similar spread. Abundant white flowers in early May give way to fruits that ripen to a bright red in late summer then turn black in the fall. Fall foliage … home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
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… This shrub needs full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions to reach a height of 8 feet. In April it produces showy white blooms that give way to red fruits. It is effective in a border. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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… Monthly Care by Month March April May June July August September October Continue to harvest herbs to use fresh, and dry or freeze them in small batches in an ice cube tray. Pinch … taking care not to spread it on the plants’ foliage. Water in well. Monitor vegetables for symptoms of fungus or blight: soft, darkened areas; yellow and dropping leaves; or sunken … for them next year. Monitor apples during late July when apple maggots are laying their eggs. Visit Plant Information for current control methods. Some gardeners place red decoy apples in …
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… kid.) The ink in my pen froze and I couldn’t take notes. We spent a lot of time standing still to observe birds, twigs, moss, ice crystals, and seed heads while the wind sent bone-chilling … He also wears stretchy bicycling gloves inside his insulated work gloves. So, Come On, Get Out! Winter is a wonderland even if there’s no snow. Cure that cabin fever while enjoying the … I get cold quickly. A little perspiration can make you chilled and a change of clothes is best.” Apply Sunscreen “You still get a lot of [UV] exposure and I use sunscreen when I’m skiing …
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… The common name for this plant is white Dyckia because of the silvery white color of its foliage. That's caused by the silvery white scale-like hairs on its leaves. The distinctive way its foliage twists and curls adds to this plant's appeal. Dyckias are survivors. This one is native to the highlands of central …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
