… paw paws, grapes, kiwis and more. Visitors can obtain information on growing fruit. Shop for apples, cider and more. Feature: Burnstein Hall *The Midwest Fruit Explorers will be sharing … Hall with the Midwest Daffodil Society Bulb Sale and Wisconsin-Illinois Lily Society Bulb Sale for the weekend. …
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… is a modern variety with pure white flowers atop tall 20-inch stems, making it perfect for a cut-flower arrangement. The breeder is J.M. Brouwer-Zeinstra from the Netherlands. It is a … shape. If several classes of tulips are planted together, there will be continuous bloom for several weeks in early- to mid-spring. …
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… of single early tulips. In the fall, plant this tulip in well- drained soils and full sun for best flower production. This group of tulips is best enjoyed as forced flowering plants in winter or annuals for spring bloom, as they are not known to naturalize in the Chicago region. …
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… grows on the sides of ravines and streams where the arching stems present the flowers for pollinators flying along the waterways searching for nectar; it requires continually moist yet well-drained soils. Unfortunately, rabbits and deer …
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… Dark green leaves make the perfect foil for the magenta petals surrounding a magenta/pink "collar" around the dark colored eye of this Dahlia cultivar. Long, dark colored-stems make this a good selection for cut flowers, as well as a highlight of the late summer garden. Grow this plant in full sun, …
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… to early fall. These flowers are greatly appreciated by bees, butterflies and hummingbirds for their honey scent. It is quite compact, very short at a height of three feet, but perfect for adding a splash of color in the garden. It thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. …
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… from the straight species with its red flowers with orange throats on current season's growth. For gardeners who desire a more restrained size, the stems produced last year can be pruned back … in late winter. Left unpruned, the plant can reach 30 by 20 feet in size. 'Flamenco' is great for covering up unsightly light poles, etc., in the landscape. …
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… sketches, complete with notes on field conditions, colors, plant measurements, and textures, for a complete workup in the studio. Folding chairs are provided. In case of inclement weather, the class will draw in the Greenhouses. A supply list will be sent. Dress for the weather. ART requirement Kimberly Mullarkey, freelance artist Lakeside Room, Visitor …
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… the handsomely divided leaves from late April through early June. It is a great selection for under the canopy of deciduous trees but can also be grown in full sun. In drier climates, it suffers from spider mites but they are rarely a problem for Chicago-area gardeners. …
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