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  • … flowers adorn this 12-foot tall climber  from mid-June to mid-October. It will need support for the long canes, typically provided by an arbor or a companion tree or large shrub. Or you can … against fungal infection may be a good idea if you can't give it full sun or it's too crowded for good air circulation. Remember that roses, particularly repeat bloomers, are heavy feeders, so for best performance, fertilize in spring and again in mid-summer. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … is found along streams and in dry areas such as woodlands and rocky areas. Ninebark is named for its peeling bark on mature branches which reveal lighter bark underneath, although this is … many gardening challenges such as drought, clay soil, and rocky soil, and is suitable for use in stabilizing eroded slopes. It is also useful as a screen or hedge and in native plant … Because of its bright foliage color CANARY CHEERS™ makes a good accent shrub or backdrop for blue or purple flowers. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … ninebark that has orange spring foliage that matures to burgundy. It was also developed for mildew resistance. Eastern ninebark is a deciduous shrub that is native to the south-eastern … is found along streams and in dry areas such as woodlands and rocky areas. Ninebark is named for its peeling bark on mature branches which reveal lighter bark underneath, although this is … many gardening challenges such as drought, clay soil, and rocky soil, and is suitable for use in stabilizing eroded slopes. It is also useful as a screen or hedge and in native plant …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … important part of the tall grass prairie providing an important food source and winter shelter for a range of insects, small mammals and birds, even bison. Cheyenne Sky switch grass is an … gardens, stabilization of eroding banks, and black walnut. Since Cheyenne Sky is mostly grown for its ornamental value, it is generally retained for its autumn and winter interest. Cut back the foliage to near ground level in late winter. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … important part of the tall grass prairie providing an important food source and winter shelter for a range of insects, small mammals and birds, even bison. Heiliger Hain switch grass is an … gardens, stabilization of eroding banks, and black walnut. Since Heiliger Hain is mostly grown for its ornamental value, it is generally retained for its autumn and winter interest. Cut back the foliage to near ground level in late winter. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … small, finely toothed oval leaves are similar to the leaves of cherry trees, which accounts for its scientific name. The flowers are white with yellow stamens, giving them a creamy … appearance. The pink fruit turns black as it matures in autumn; this edible fruit can be used for preserves or jam if birds don't devour them first. Attractive fall foliage ranges in color … home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … how to foster partnerships, finding resources, and research to formulate best-practices for nature-assisted therapies.   … Presented by Nature, Culture and Human Health Tuesday, … how to foster partnerships, finding resources, and research to formulate best-practices for nature-assisted therapies.   …
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  • … (age 3)   Love Joy Growth Sarees are a distinctive attire that Hindu women have been wearing for centuries. Some of my family's favorite designs are celestial orbs or metallic butta, bold … of India has a signature saree. The choice of specific colors, patterns, and weaves allows for personalization—motifs of temples, ancient architecture, paisley art, stylized lace, birds in … lotuses, jasmines, and vines. Choosing fabrics is done with care as well—silk over brocade for a garden event, or perhaps organza over georgette for an evening at the symphony.   My …
    Type: Blog
  • … Description: Look for this medium-sized diving duck on the lakes. …
    Type: Birding
  • … Description: The Garden's largest member of the swallow family is the purple martin. Look for them flying around or perched on the large, aluminum birdhouses on poles at various locations … “pew-pew.”    These purple martins, fascinating to watch, would not be here if it weren’t for the man-made apartments carefully tended by Garden staff, including Jim Steffen. Purple … every winter to keep nonnative house sparrows from taking over. If the houses are cared for properly, the martins will return year after year to the same place to raise their young, …
    Type: Birding