… Gold Rush spirea is notable for its golden foliage and low spreading habit. The Spiraea japonica species includes … varieties and 3,000 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Sparkling Carpet spirea is a miniature cultivar that features pink blooms atop lime gold foliage. The Spiraea japonica … varieties and 3,000 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… White Gold Japanese spirea is notable for its white flowers atop yellow foliage. The white blooms are highly unusual within … varieties and 3,000 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… War II, Dutch farmers consumed tulips when no other food crops were available, but the flavor is not particularly desirable. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Fessler, coordinator of the northwest Illinois region for Plants of Concern, said, “This is really like uncovering a Holy Grail for Illinois botany. It’s a charismatic, beautiful plant. … of Natural Resources, Grant Fessler, Chicago Botanic Garden. Photo credit: Grant Fessler It is a story worth hearing. Fueled by curiosity and a hunger for discovery, Fessler partnered with … invasive brush and add prescribed fire to improve and expand the orchid’s habitat at the site. Additional protective measures include regular monitoring and health assessments. A week …
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… want a woody vine with the flat hydrangea flowers, consider H. anomala ssp. petiolaris . This is a vigorous perennial vine that clings and climbs to almost any surface. It requires a sturdy … but some may suffer from considerable branch dieback during Chicago's cold months. Success is possible with winter protection, and regular applications of compost. Oakleaf Hydrangeas Native to the southeast United States, H. quercifolia is a shrub with four seasons of interest, unique leaves, interesting flowers, fall color, …
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… Yellow Flame') Planted in the Enabling Garden, Double Zahara Fire ( Zinnia marylandica ) is part of the series that is powdery mildew-resistant. Zahara™ Coral Rose zinnia ( Zinnia Marylandica ) is an outstanding performer with low water needs for your summer garden. Zinnias work fast If …
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… flash units, light modifiers, and of course, our cameras to make our images. This class is for intermediate/advanced photographers. The School’s CEUs=15 hours. FPC elective, master …
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… your own native bee “home” to take home. Limit 20. Pre-registration required. This workshop is suitable for ages 8 (with accompanying adult) and up; adults only may also register. Plant …
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… landscape designs and the ecological services provided by these important species. The class is divided into approximately half lecture and half field work touring through the Garden’s …
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