… This alpine currant cultivar is a dwarf (3'), dense, mounding, deciduous shrub, grown primarily for its attractive dark green, fine-textured, three-lobed leaves. 'Green Mound' is a male cultivar that will bear no fruit (this species requires male and female plants for fruit production). Inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers appear in April. Fall color is a …
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… Join us on an evening bird walk through the Garden’s Dixon Prairie as we search for songbirds, waterfowl, and raptors. No prior bird-watching experience is required. Binoculars are recommended but not required. Dress for the weather. A map will be sent. Bridget Kiernan, birder and horticulturist, Chicago Botanic …
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… a rain garden generally requires less maintenance than a lawn and provides valuable habitat for wildlife. Considerations when planning a rain garden include available sun, size of desired … underground utilities, and plant variety. Keep in mind that smaller gardens have less room for variety. Also, because water only stands temporarily, rain gardens are not breeding grounds for mosquitoes. It's best to install rain gardens in full sun rather than under large trees. …
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… Q: Do I need more than one variety of pear tree in order for it to produce fruit? A: There are several varieties of pear that are relatively … means that they will need to have a different variety of pear tree planted nearby in order for the tree to produce fruit. However, for best fruit production, two different varieties should be planted for both self-fruitful and …
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… Q. I received a potted miniature rose for Mother’s Day. Can I transplant it into my garden? A. Yes, you can plant your miniature rose … Miniature roses are bushy and make a nice addition to rock gardens. They can also be useful for low edgings. Plant your miniature rose outside as soon as all danger of frost has passed. Be … per day and water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. When selecting a site for your miniature rose, choose an area that receives at least six hours of direct sun each day …
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… Monitor houseplants for insect problems that often occur when plants become stressed due to insufficient light, … harbor pests. Isolate these plants before adding them to your collection. Pests to look out for include the following: Spider mites — Look for webbing in leaf axils, stippled foliage and weak, off-color leaves. Mites are often difficult …
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… Midway to Montana bluestar is known for its fine textured foliage, pale blue flowers and golden yellow fall color. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early … and more than 3,5000 individual plants. A number of these varieties have been evaluated for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Fontana bluestar is notable for its red stems, willow-like foliage and darker blue flowers. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early … and more than 3,5000 individual plants. A number of these varieties have been evaluated for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. …
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… and semi-tropical coastal areas of the Americas and Africa and has been introduced elsewhere for its ability to filter brackish water. It takes its name from the button shaped fruits which … it does grow into a single trunked tree reaching much greater heights. This tree is also grown for its ornamental value notably in bonsai and for its timber which is highly valued for furniture. Although it is known as a salt water plant …
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… Delicious apple is a classic that orginated in West Virginia in the 19th century and is noted for its sweet, mild flavor. It is used fresh as an eating apple and for cooking The difference between apples and crabapples is the size of the fruit. If the fruit … garden. Special attention to pollination, disease/pest vigilance and pruning may be required for the trees to thrive and fruit in the home environment. Although apple fruit trees produce …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
