… to the Bulb Garden with pendant racemes of lilac-blue flowers. Wisteria grows to 25 feet and requires proper pruning for the maximum number of flowers. It is a recommended alternative to … potentially invasive species. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… people are not aware of its special needs. Not all cacti are native to arid desert climates and require infrequent, sparse watering. The Christmas cactus actually calls the tropical rain forest home, and thus needs watering when the top inch of soil in the container feels dry to the touch. Soak the soil until water runs through the pot’s drainage holes; wait a few minutes; and then discard any excess water that has accumulated in the drip pan beneath the pot. A …
Type: Plant Info
… gardeners exploring ways to create weather-tolerant landscapes that can adapt to both drought and occasional flooding. Start with the Soil While Illinois rainfall ranges from 30 to 50 inches … by long spells of bone-dry weather. Easy steps that help plants to survive both heavy rainfall and drought begin with the soil. Adding partially decomposed organic matter will improve most any kind of soil. Heavy clay soils drain better, allowing moisture to penetrate deeper. And the very same organic matter makes it easier for naturally fast-draining sandy soils to …
Type: Plant Info
… baby herb plants—oregano, chives, parsley, mint—into each opening as the soil level rises, and finish with a cluster of herbs at the top (rosemary's height and straight-up posture makes it a good choice for the top spot). Set the mini-garden in a sunny … seed. This is a good strategy for leafier herbs—basil, oregano, cilantro, dill—that germinate and grow fairly quickly. (Parsley can be started from seed, too, but be patient: it's slow to …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: This state-endangered bird is often seen hovering and diving into the lakes for fish. …
Type: Birding
… Description: This rare migrant and potential breeder is most likely to be seen in McDonald Woods. …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look for this uncommon migrant and possible breeder in any wooded habitat at the Garden. …
Type: Birding
… Description: The largest and rarest woodpecker at the Garden may be spotted in the McDonald Woods. …
Type: Birding
… This fern grows to a height of 2 feet with partial to full shade and moist soil conditions. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… A David Austin rose, bred for disease resistance and fragrance as well as repeat bloom until frost. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
