… flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover sized 5 inches to an almost shrub sized 4 feet. Bluestars are considered … of many soil types. Most amsonia are native to North America, but a few of the 22 species hail from Europe or Asia. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes over 20 varieties and more …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover sized 5 inches to an almost shrub sized 4 feet. Bluestars are considered … of many soil types. Most amsonia are native to North America, but a few of the 22 species hail from Europe or Asia. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes over 20 varieties and more …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Toro magnolia is a hybrid derived from M. acuminata . Its multi-colored blossoms are creamy white and pink with red streaking. … is a prominent fruiting body of small follicles forming a cone-like shape. The species range from small trees to very large trees and shrubs. Magnolias are an ancient genus that appeared … region. Buds and blooms of the magnolias that do thrive here are often subject to damage from cold spring nights. The genus includes over 300 species and numerous hybrids and cultivars. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… the first year to establish the root system; after that, it can tolerate conditions ranging from dry soil to standing water along the edges of ponds. It is the most heat tolerant of the Siberian irises (which, as a group, perform best in cool summer climates) and can be grown from the deep South to north into central Canada. Caesar's Brother originated as a controlled … early nineteenth century that was introduced into Western gardens. 'Nigrescens' was obtained from the noted Belgian horticulturist Louis van Houtte and has been in cultivation since 1875. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: This state-threatened species may be seen flying overhead on fall from mid-September to late October. …
Type: Birding
… issue throughout the winter, particularly during heavy storms. Damage Salt draws moisture from plant cells, causing tissue to dry out. Drying can occur whether the salt is taken into a … of the leaves. Airborne salt often is more damaging than soil salt, which eventually leaches from the soil with melting snow and spring rains. Needled and broadleaved evergreens are more … Salt damage in evergreen plants results in yellowing and browning needles that eventually drop from the plant. Salt damage in deciduous plants may result in damaged buds, small and reduced …
Type: Plant Info
… common year-round at the Garden, this species was introduced into the eastern United States from California. …
Type: Birding
… Description: This flycatcher is a breeding species that is most often found calling from willow thickets around the Dixon Prairie. …
Type: Birding
… This beautiful shrub needs full sun and moist soil conditions. From May through October it produces fragrant red blooms. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This beautiful shrub needs partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. From March through June it produces fragrant pink blooms. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
