… Yellow climbing roses are few and far between, and 'Autumn Sunset' is one of the best. Buds and outer petals are strongly tinged with on coral on opening, softening to a golden yellow over time. As it blooms in clusters, this means you often get both colors together, along with a strong whiff of its rich, fruity fragrance. And good news for midwestern gardeners...'Autumn Sunset' is hardy to zone 5, and highly disease resistant, …
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… of rich green foliage. A member of the buttercup family (Ranunculaceae), Eranthis hyemalis is one of the earliest spring-flowering bulbs to bloom—and also among the smallest. Because these … European woodland origin, and cooler, humus-rich soil often bring the best show of flowers for the aconite. There is, however, a dark side to these show-stopping beauties: the entire plant … poisonous and may cause nausea, vomiting, colic attacks, and visual disturbances. Don't let this information compel you to remove them from your yard, though. The aconite's bitter taste …
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… able to handle these growing threats (we refer to them as “native winners”). The ultimate goal is to help make restoration of these plants and habitats as effective as possible in order to … natural areas that support wildlife and pollinators, and help keep our air and water clean. This is no small task. The invasive species that the native plants are up against are very impressive. For example, Russian knapweed is allelopathic (prevents other plants from growing nearby), and it …
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… October. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil and enjoys the heat. It is most effective when grouped into large drifts and makes an excellent ground cover for parks, highway medians, and prairie gardens. The genus Andropogon contains more than 200 … bluestem, denotes their purplish blue flower stems that can reach 10 feet tall. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Meyeri Nana spirea is a smaller, more compact version of the popular bridalwreath spirea. It features the same vase-shaped, arching habit and abundant white flowers but in a size more suitable for many home gardens. The genus Spiraea consists of small to medium sized flowering shrubs with … Botanic Garden's collection includes nearly 100 varieties and 3,000 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Fellow Lepidoptera enthusiasts, the Chicago Botanic Garden's Butterflies & Blooms exhibition features a huge variety of live butterflies. One interesting example is Caligo atreus, also known as the yellow-edged owl, or our favorite: the magnificent owl. … eyespots of Caligo atreus are clearly visible. Photo by Stuart Seeger via Wikimedia Commons This blue beauty is in the genus known as the owl butterflies ( Caligo ). They’re called owl …
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… Crinum augustum 'Queen Emma', commonly known as Queen Emma giant spider lily, is a member of the Amaryllidaceae family. Native to tropical Southeast Asia, the plant is … midvein that runs the entire length of the leaf, which can reach 36 inches in height. This striking, exotic plant blooms best in full sunlight in USDA Zones 8 to 11, where it can grow … high moisture and should not be allowed to dry out between watering. The cultivar is named for humanitarian Queen Emma (Emma Rooke, 1836–85), the queen consort of Kamehameha IV), who ruled …
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… Q. How do I select a good carving pumpkin for my family? A. There are four species of Curcurbita that are considered pumpkins; however, the intermediate and large Curcurbita pepo varieties are the ones used primarily for … and will have a shorter shelf life. Look for pumpkins that have a well-rounded shape that is free of any fresh wounds or soft spots, which is an early indication of rotting. Make sure the …
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… program emphasizing environmental plant biology and conservation. Addressing a growing need for expertise in plant science and conservation, the master's of science and doctoral degree … both institutions. The Garden's Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center is an international center of plant conservation research and serves as home to the graduate … available for full-time students; students wishing to be considered for them should indicate this on their application. Students wishing to attend part-time are also welcome. Doctoral …
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… 'Cassie' is a little charmer of a rose, blooming in clusters of tiny (1 inch across) flowers, each with a … perfect air circulation, she'll do better at keeping healthy than many other roses. However, for best bloom, find a site with full sun and good air circulation, provide regular moisture, and … thornless, and her clusters of teeny flowers could be a doll's bouquet. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
