… But, as an educator, I chalk them up as life-long learning experiences. After gardening for more than four decades. I’ve discovered, hey, I’m still learning (and groaning). Because this … holds moisture. Over time, it can soften the bark and cause it to rot. Don’t try this at home. Visit a volcano in Iceland instead. Know What’s Down There There’s nothing worse than stepping on … amount of minerals and organic matter to support your plants, they may not thrive where you place them. I Forgot to Water I like to eavesdrop at garden centers. When I hear people ask for …
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… leaves to support your plants and wildlife instead of bagging the leaves up and leaving them for collection: Help pollinators survive the winter An increasing number of people are trying to … the leaves from your lawn and moving them to your perennial beds. That way, you’re allowing for a more natural cycling of nutrients— and providing habitat and a food source for wildlife … don’t forget to use safety goggles. For larger amounts, use a lawn mower to shred the leaves. Place the shredded leaves at the base of tender perennials. Frames of wire or burlap can be …
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… Bee pollinates coneflower (Echinacea) , a hardy native plant selection for your garden. Just off the beaten path at the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden (out back … and fertility and productivity of wild plants, food plants, and landscape plants alike. Recent news about the die-off in honey bee colonies and the decline in monarch populations makes the issue of pollinators important for all gardeners. Have a look at your yard/garden with a critical eye. Are your plants healthy …
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… rose blooms in late winter and Lenten rose in very early spring. The flowers can persist for up to eight weeks if the plants are well-sited. They prefer partially shaded conditions in moist, well-drained soil with lots of organic matter added. Best results come from mulching during hot summers to keep a good supply of moisture available …
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… Q: My peonies have overgrown their space. When can I divide them? A: Fall is the best time to divide and transplant peonies. Although peonies do not require regular division, … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for additional information. …
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… transplant shock when moved. Broadleaved and needled evergreens, both dwarf and standard, are best planted or moved by October 1. Water deeply and thoroughly at planting time and each week up … month to fertilize any tree or shrub that looks like it might benefit from extra nutrition — for example, has stunted growth, has failed to fully flower or leaf out, or has undersized fruit …
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… attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible … usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, amelanchiers are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
