… Mexican bush sage has been used in our autumn landscapes for several years. Although it is a shrubby perennial of coniferous forests in Mexico, the Garden … that are 6-10 inches long. It is tolerant of cool temperatures and provides a food source for late butterflies and insects. Cuttings can be taken and the plants are rooted again for the following year's display. …
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… Today’s enthusiasm for using herbs to treat ailments, whether Echinacea (purple coneflower) as an immune-system … new. Native Americans of the Great Plains held Echinacea in high regard and prescribed it for snakebites, stings, toothaches, and the mumps. Ancient Greeks believed St. Johnswort would make evil spirits fly away. The early Christians used it in exorcisms. For some, it’s a mood lifter against present-day demons. What is an Herb? An herb is a plant with …
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… Learn how to process your honey, wax, and other products from the hive into usable products for you or others. In this class, we will cover honey, pollen, beeswax, and propolis, and what to use them for in different products. Wil Pilipauskas, head beekeeper, Willies Honey Company Classroom 2, …
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… blooms on long stems are produced throughout the summer on this smaller height dahlia suitable for use in containers and towards the middle of flower beds. The flowers attract a number of insects and hummingbirds searching for nectar and pollen to the garden. …
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… Aquilegia Swan Red And White Multi-stemmed plants that are well-matched for uniform size, exceptional garden performance, and abundant large blooms with red 'spurs' … white cup make this the true garden aquilegia. Taller height make this cultivar ideal for cut flower use as well as in the garden. …
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… Create your own warm-season, mixed container suitable for sun or partial shade. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. All supplies included. Dress for the weather; class will move indoors if needed. Bring gloves if desired. Chester Jankowski, …
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… trees that function as popular landscape stalwarts. Discover some of the best crabapple trees for the Midwest region. A Garden walk is included. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours OPC elective Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture …
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… Create your own warm-season, mixed container suitable for sun or partial shade. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. All supplies included. Dress for the weather; class will move indoors if needed. Bring gloves if desired. Lindsey Muscavitch, …
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… Create your own warm-season, mixed container suitable for sun or partial shade. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. All supplies included. Dress for the weather; class will move indoors if needed. Bring gloves if desired. Jacob Emrick, …
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… Today’s pruning of your trees and shrubs will define how they grow for years to come. Learn which cuts are essential, which cuts to avoid, and which cuts are a matter of your personal style. Bring pruners. Dress for the weather. Maezy Beams, assistant horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Fruit & …
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