… Kelly is a native Floridian whose passion for ecology and the outdoors began early in life. She developed a deep appreciation for Florida’s unique ecosystems while accompanying her mother, a botany professor, on field trips … Buffalo Field Office in Wyoming, Kelly spent a field season collecting native seed for the Seeds of Success (SOS) Program across the Northwestern Great Plains. Though brief, the …
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… Elegans sets the benchmark for large, blue-green-leaved hostas. Introduced in 1905, it is noted for the size, texture, and substance of its foliage. Considered a slow grower, Elegans may take … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and …
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… Both the soft pink, very double roses and the light myrrh fragrance are a delight for any rose lover. But QUEEN OF SWEDEN™ has two additional characteristics to endear it to … flowers are carried upright and the stems have few thorns, making it particularly well-suited for cutting, And its excellent disease resistance makes it a good choice for hedges and larger landscaping groups. Rose breeder David Austin is famous for bringing …
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… Join Tim Pollak for some interesting and timely tips for ways to save money in your garden. Save money by starting plants from seeds, dividing … overwintering non-hardy plants, changing out your plants, choosing the right plants for certain situations, composting, and using rain barrels. Pollak will run down his Top Ten list …
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… Rose-pink flowers are resistant to rain and overhead watering on mounded plants that are ideal for annual flower beds, containers, baskets, and window boxes. Time has been reduced until the next set of blooms, providing more flowers throughout the summer. A pollinator magnet for insects and hummingbirds. Grow in full sun and moderately fertile soils for best results. 2020 – Ball Horticultural featured plants @ Chicago Botanic Garden …
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… and compact, this heat and humidity tolerant Salvia cultivar is a great selection for gardeners looking for 'easy keepers' for their annual display. The flowers attract honeybees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. In warmer …
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… New! An ideal treat for a hot summer day, mousse is a rich, customizable dish that can be sweet or savory. Learn to create a foie gras and cognac mousse perfect for toast with shallot and egg. Prefer something sweet? Create a pistachio and dark chocolate mousse with crumbled biscotti that will have you desperate for dessert. Meg Dhamer, private chef and owner, The Secret Supper Club ITW Kitchen 3, Learning …
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… Do you have a bonsai tree that needs help? Bring your tree of any species for consultation with the Garden’s bonsai curator and learn new techniques for style and design in this studio-style workshop. No trees will be provided for this class. Students should bring your own tree and tools, and be ready to have some fun. …
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… Optional supply fee to cover paint for Exploring Color with Water-based Media (same cost for members and non-members) …
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… Bulletproof hosta is notable for its very thick blue green leaves. It is a sport of H . 'Halcyon.' Hostas are shade tolerant, … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new …
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