… The male 'Arctic Beauty' kiwi vine is said to have a higher proportion of variegated leaves with bold splashes of white and pink. The female … colorful, but only she can give you the delicious kiwi berries (as long as a male's around for pollination). The berries have the the distinctive taste of grocery store kiwis, but without … for covering arbors or shading a patio. They'll they grow well in part shade, but you'll get a better crop and more colorful foliage in full sun. A note of warning to cat owners: kiwi …
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… As the days get shorter, you might be looking for off-the-beaten paths where you can soak up the rest of the … Garden’s southeast side, just north of Dundee Road, the Reserve is relatively unknown, even to longtime visitors. As an assistant ecologist, I’m in the Reserve a lot, and often by myself. … The drama of birds for even non-birders It’s fascinating to watch the migratory birds on their way south, or to just pick a quiet spot to observe wading birds . Look for great blue herons, …
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… the Chicago Botanic Garden. Naturally, we wondered who among us might have the worst case (or best, depending on how you look at it). So we sent out a simple query: do you grow orchids at … house. Yes, I do indeed grow orchids at home. I haven’t counted them recently, but I’d admit to 50-plus plants. I simply find orchids to be fascinating for their seemingly infinite … from spores, with a smaller collection of orchids. She would send me home with plants on every visit, all of which I eventually lost, as I didn’t really have a clue as to how to grow them! But …
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… of the Declaration of Independence. We’re celebrating by showcasing the history we know best: gardens, with engaging experiences for all ages. Flip through the first known American cookbook, see the crops we've planted that … gardens, and learn about the strength of cultures and communities that used gardening to rebuild what was lost. Start at the Regenstein Center for our main exhibition, then explore …
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… in green provide continuous landscape color with the pale pink flowers appearing sporadically to add to the appeal. This non-hardy shrub can get large in warmer climates, but in the Chicago area, that is unlikely. It attracts pollinators …
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… cinnamon rolls fresh out of the oven. A well-loved dessert that can be surprisingly difficult to get right, the cinnamon roll is worth mastering to spice up your mornings. Learn to create a soft and silky dough texture to showcase the warm …
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… You may already know Persian Shield. It’s been available for many years both as a houseplant and, in our Northern climate, a bedding annual. While it can be grown in the sun, the foliage develops its best color in part to full shade. There, the puckered leaves shimmer in iridescent shades of purple, magenta, and …
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… The compact European cranberrybush viburnum will grow to a height of 6’ with a similar spread. It blooms in May with white flowers held in cap-like clusters. These give way to scarlet fruit that ripens in early fall. Butterflies are attracted by the flowers and the … 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 maple is very similar to Acer japonicum and is also known commonly as the full moon maple. It can reach a height of 12 feet with a spread of 8 feet. Reddish-purple flowers give way to samaras that mature to red. The round, palmate leaves are bright yellow to burnt orange, …
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… Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home garden for their multi-season interest (flowers, fruit, foliage, or bark) and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native to cooler temperate areas of North America and Asia. The genus includes 45-60 species, divided …
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