… guides to help gardeners identify birds, butterflies, pollinators, wildflowers, and weeds. For the vegetable gardener, there’s the new Fresh from the Garden: An Organic Guide to Growing … the winds are howling and the snow is blowing. Discover what they look like and how to care for them. You’ll find them in garden centers and gift shops. Rain Gauge This useful device lets … and your gardener will be good to grow. Find more ideas at the Garden Shop on your next visit. Nina Koziol is a garden writer and horticulturist who lives and gardens in Palos Park, …
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… to name a few. Plus, winter has the bonus of birds that actually migrate to our area just for the winter. Some migrants you will see every year are juncos, tree sparrows, and a variety of … what you will find on any given day. That is why I go out every chance I get! Before your next visit check out our list of birds that you can expect to see at the Garden each season. A … some places to look are all the trees with berries! Yes, the birds love them. Another good place to look is the Dixon Prairie, where all those seeds attract a lot of birds. Be sure to …
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… the dark purple lip on this Cattleya orchid with the famous scent. Cattleyas are challenging for homeowners, unless they can be placed under high-quality grow lamps in the winter months. … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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… Hanging sprays of small green petaled flowers with broad maroon stripes and pink lips make for an elegant display when placed where the intricacies of the flowers can be appreciated. This … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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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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… a combination of lecture and hands-on activities. Acquire solid gardening skills and determine best management practices. Discover fall planting techniques, bulbs, turf care, plant wildlife … class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Dress for the weather. A supply list will be sent. PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Chicago Botanic …
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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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… the plant. Fall color ranges from bronze-red to purplish-red. Due to its sharp thorns, it is best not to plant this tree on a front lawn or where children may be playing. A recommended … selection, Inermis, is a thornless variety. The cockspur hawthorn is an effective tree for the landscape. …
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… to the American hackberry; however, because of its adaptability, it is a tough tree, good for urban areas. This native woodland tree is best recognized by its corky, warty bark and sharply toothed leaves, which are often covered with …
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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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