… mycology in the Department of Botany. He was chair of the Field Museum's Department of Botany from 1996 to 2005, during which time the department renovated its collections facilities, added … at the Costa Rican National Biodiversity Institute. Mueller received his B.A. and M.S. from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and his Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee. He undertook postdoctoral work at Uppsala University in Sweden …
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… The name "phlox," inspired by the bright, high-held flower spikes of the tall species, comes from the Greek word for "flame." Although some species have become common garden plants all over … and allow better air circulation. It's also crucial to remove all diseased stems and foliage from your garden as soon as you see the disfiguration so that the fungus spores don't fall to the …
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… gather and infiltrate the soil. Rain gardens are sometimes located where water is collected from a downspout and directed away from the house. They’re typically planted with native perennials as well as nonnative perennials … with boulders, permeable pavers, or gravel will help define the space and neatly separate it from the lawn. Plant Selection Rain gardens can be placed just about anywhere—sun or shade—as …
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… Manduca quinquemaculata . A five-spotted hawkmoth ( Manduca quinquemaculata ) drinks nectar from the Colorado Springs evening primrose ( Oenothera harringtonii ) as the flower begins to … and I will conduct over the next five years—highlighted. So how did this one photo go from being taken in the spring of 2008 to being highlighted on the NSF’s website? How does a … time? Ask any scientist what they are currently working on and their answer will almost always start with, “I was first fascinated by x back in y….” Something caught their attention, sparked a …
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… feet Miniature – Less than 12 inches Stop 3: Companion Plants Because different roses bloom from May through frost, companion plants are a necessity to provide structure and interest during off-bloom times. Aside from the Linden Allée to the south and the arborvitae wall to the north, exceptional companions … surrounded by roses ahead, behind, and above you. Take a break in the shade, enjoy the view from inside the arbor toward the fountain (framed by geometric windows), and get out your camera. …
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… Click here to show mail address . The cost of the two-week, full-day program is $440. Excerpts from a letter from an LIT applicant: "I would like to participate in the Leaders in Training Program. When I … at alabus@chicagobotanic.org. The cost of the two-week, full-day program is $440. Excerpts from a letter from an LIT applicant: "I would like to participate in the Leaders in Training Program. When I …
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… and apples on the branches of elegantly trained fruit trees. But it's the ornamental grasses, from the low-growing Japanese forest grass to the 6-foot-tall big bluestem that are subtle … gold in fall. Hakonechloa macra is a wonderful, soft, mounding grass that does not thin out from the center late in the season. Read On... Learn more about using ornamental grasses in … of information on Richard Hawke's plant trials and download previous Plant Evaluation Notes from our Plant Evaluation page . Visit our Plant Information Service and find information on a …
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… a short stem. Bees must go to both male and female flowers on the plant so that the pollen from the male reaches the female flower’s reproductive part. When pollinated, the female flower … parts present in the same flower. A light breeze rocks the flowers and moves the pollen from the male to female parts. (You can also do this by gently shaking the stems or running your … wet. You can also buy flats of blue salvia for transplanting into the garden. Once the flowers start to fade and produce seeds, you can remove them (called deadheading), which will help the …
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… to provide transitional employment opportunities to military veterans. She has a B.A. from the University of Illinois and an M.A. in counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. Alicia received her horticulture therapy training through … to provide transitional employment opportunities to military veterans. She has a B.A. from the University of Illinois and an M.A. in counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. …
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… in that bed. When looking for flowers, we wanted plants that would accentuate but not detract from Spool and Thread ; that are reliable and can tolerate full sun; that have consistent growth … complement to the Spool and Thread . Each flower color will match a string of thread coming from the spool. Bio: Tom Soulsby is a senior horticulturist at the Garden. His gardens are a … in that bed. When looking for flowers, we wanted plants that would accentuate but not detract from Spool and Thread ; that are reliable and can tolerate full sun; that have consistent growth …
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