… they're large, moveable, colonize naturally, and, as long as they're not waterlogged, last for decades—possibly outliving the person who planted them. In fact, there's only one real … when fall, and your daffodil bulb order, arrive. Need a more physical reminder of where you'll place daffodils? Use river rocks or stakes to mark your spots — any kind of marker will do, as … find them? Our GardenGuide app (it's free) guides you to them, and it could prove to be your best memory tool. All you need is an Android or iOS smartphone and a little background about how …
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… of the plant could cause mild discomfort. To preserve poinsettias throughout the season, place plants in indirect sunlight for at least six hours per day. Provide room temperatures of 68 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit, and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The unusually tall, narrow shape of the "hood" on each flower earned this monkshood a place in Finnish mythology as the source of the distinctive cap worn by of one of their gods. In … monks. They attract a variety of butterflies and moths, and are the primary food source for Old World bees. Another common name, wolfbane, refers to the poison made from this plant's …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… by inconspicuous woody seed capsules. AUTUMN EMBERS™ was selected by Klehm Nursery for its particularly intense burgundy fall color. These shrubs are maintenance free, with no …
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… this month, selectively prune branches from flowering trees and shrubs and bring them indoors for forced blooming. Most flowering plants can be successfully forced if they have had at least a … of deciduous trees and shrubs can be done this month, weather permitting. Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring immediately before bud break. Another time to prune … after they flower. (This avoids sacrificing their spring flower display.) Fruit trees are best pruned in late February or early March. Oak trees must be pruned in dormant months to …
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… Q. What is the best way to get rid of crabgrass? A. If you have just a few isolated patches of this annual weed, … apply a pre-emergent herbicide in spring before the weeds emerge and before lilacs bloom. For severe infestations, a repeat application is recommended one month later. When treating large …
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… music show guaranteed to bring dancing, singalongs, instruments, and even a little magic for the kids to enjoy. Mary and her Impastas are experienced performers who have performed around … connect and engage children with their music and mayhem. Mary was recently voted Chicago’s Best Clown by ChicagoKids.com. In the show, kids get to help Mary Macaroni with magic tricks, shakers, and dancing along to …
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… Curls Alumroot is an outstanding dark orange alumroot selection introduced in 2013. Grown for its foliage, Cinnamon Curls Alumroot has dark orange, thick, highly ruffled leaves. The … cream colored flowers appear in early summer and increase the height to 18 inches. Best if grown in full sun to partial shade, it works well in containers, the front of mixed …
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… species has done so well that some cultivars are invasive, particularly Purpurascens. It's best to look for late-flowering clones that will not have time to set seed. It is resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… species has done so well that some cultivars are invasive, particularly Purpurascens. It's best to look for late-flowering clones that will not have time to set seed. It is resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
