… winter or early spring is a good time to consider the wide range of exotic bulbs available for container planting. Summer-flowering annual bulbs are colorful and unique choices for containers. These include bulbs, tubers, corms, rhizomes such as lily of the Nile ( … some added organic matter and sand. Plant the bulbs shallow, 1 inch below soil level, except for tuberous begonias, which are only partially covered with soil. Crowd the bulbs closely in a …
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… other aquatic plants. I would like to add some fish. Any suggestions? A. When considering fish for a new water habitat, even a contained one in your own backyard, avoid introducing any that … (These fish also will graze heavily on many of your aquatic plants!) Minnows are recommended for pond use, as are some of the native fish, such as bluegills. To create movement as well as a …
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… Q. What is the recommended fertilizer for a small aquatic tub garden? A. A balanced formula of 10-10-10 should satisfy the needs of the …
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… The end of the growing season is often a bittersweet experience for gardeners. It signals the end of months of work—but also marks the end of the splendid time … plants that can be left standing, since even in their dormancy, they offer surprising delights for the discriminating eye. The condition, stature, and overall appearance of plants in the … preferred environments, can turn out to be the unexpected treasures of the winter garden. Blue For gardeners partial to blue plants, there are two selections of ornamental grasses that hold …
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… containers, such as terra cotta, will quickly wick water out of the soil and are best used for plants that do not require full sun and that can be situated in part shade to shade locations. Glazed ceramic containers may be better suited for plants that require full sun. Plants grown in containers will require more fertilization than …
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… the world through artist Anthony Rowe’s eyes. His creation, Singularity, is a breathtaking 26-foot sphere of light and movement from the UK—featuring thousands of points of light pulsing, … behind the work, about wonder, persistence, and why nature makes the perfect backdrop for the digital cosmos. What do you hope people feel when they experience Singularity? … what art should be. You have an unconventional path to this kind of work. How did you get here? My background is in mechanical engineering, interactive design, and art. I spent years …
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… native plants that grow from these seeds breathe new life into the habitats that provide food for bees, shelter for birds, and clean air and water for us. As threats from climate change and invasive species … to massive wildfire recovery efforts in the western United States, the Garden is helping get the right native seed to the landscapes that need it. Andrea Kramer, Ph.D., senior …
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… November 11 or 25) or 9 Wednesdays, October 8 – December 10, 6 – 7 p.m. (no class November 26) Steve and Patricia Nakon, Whole Journey Classroom 2, Learning Center $179/$229 …
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… volunteers stop what they’re doing and take the seasonal changes to heart. Volunteers for Budburst , a community science program of the Chicago Botanic Garden , make simple … “It’s a real science project that anyone can participate in,” Dr. Oschrin said. “It’s good for young learners, adult learners, gardeners, and leaf peepers —really just anyone who has an … a great time to observe changes in the woods, said Matt Evans, the Garden’s managing ecologist for the woodlands. On the October 8 walk, participants should be able to see fall color in white …
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… creatures. When you add compost to soil, these life forms create openings around plant roots for much-needed air, water, and nutrients. A shovelful of compost contains millions of organisms … move them into the second bin where they’ll continue to cook. That frees up the first bin for fresh materials. Attractive composting bins are sold at garden centers, big box stores, and … depending on how, what, and where you are composting. Compost Formulas There are many recipes for making compost. The easiest method is to use three parts of brown material and one part of …
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