… in northern Illinois. This variety was selected at Intrinsic Perennial Gardens in Hebron, IL, for its vigorous growth, compact habit, attractive foliage and profuse white blooms. It is also notable for its adaptability to a variety of light and soil conditions. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 'The Netherlands' is actually a blend of three tulips assembled for the Garden by a wholesale bulb company in the Netherlands. The first to bloom has large … last to bloom will be pink. Tulip blends are popular with both vendors and homeowners looking for tulips that provide coordinated colors and which extend the length of the season. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Noted for its glossy foliage, ALL THAT GLOWS™ viburnum bears vivid blue berries in the fall. … 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
… witherod viburnum is a smaller, more refined version of the native species notable for its abundant pink fruit. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are … 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
… to 6-inch double white blooms are produced on long strong stems on this summer-loving annual for sunny, dry locations. Increased resistance to powdery mildew—the bane of zinnias—is a huge … of the flower bed so the 4-foot height does not overwhelm smaller growing annuals. Recommended for cut flower production with great vase life. Pollinators love the nectar/pollen while …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… on this warm weather loving annual. Plant in full sun and well drained soils and provide room for each plant to grow into it's full size to discourage powdery or downy mildews. Attracts both insect pollinators and hummingbirds. Perfect selection for larger containers or the middle of a flower bed. 2020 – Ball Horticultural featured plants @ …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… shop and caterer in Northfield. Here he offers his refreshing chilled vegetable gazpacho for a hot summer day. Chilled Vegetable Gazpacho Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1 small red pepper, … shop and caterer in Northfield. Here he offers his refreshing chilled vegetable gazpacho for a hot summer day. Chilled Vegetable Gazpacho Makes 8 servings Ingredients 1 small red pepper, …
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… from others, and enjoy photography together Stay connected: Explore the Events Calendar for program details and competition schedules. Watch past Educational Programs on the Society’s … from others, and enjoy photography together Stay connected: Explore the Events Calendar for program details and competition schedules. Watch past Educational Programs on the Society’s …
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… is to enhance the connection between people and plants. Jessica and her staff are responsible for updating records of the Garden’s living collection with current planting and location data as well as ensuring that plants are properly labeled for visitors. For decades the Garden had a custom-built plant records database along with several other …
Type: Staff bio
… Q: Should I cut back my perennials to prepare them for winter? If so, when? A: Cutting back perennials in the fall can be confusing because there … Susan ( Rudbeckia ) and false indigo ( Baptisia )produce beautiful seedheads that look great for most of the winter. Vines like Clematis have beautiful seedheads; and others, such as … reseed, such as coneflower ( Echinacea ), should not be deadheaded and can remain standing for the winter. Many perennial plants should be cut back to the ground in the fall for sanitation …
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