… area. It breaks out with profuse clusters of simple, small pink roses in May and June for the bees, resulting in colorful red hips from midsummer into winter for the birds. In the wild, it spreads by suckers forming colonies. As a native, it has better … Because of its suckering habit, it may be somewhat difficult to contain in smaller gardens. On the other hand, if you have an area you want to devote to native plants, or you'd love to …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… of spruces and other conifers, a flock of crossbills may be feasting. They always seem to be on the fly, so finding them at the Garden is more difficult than finding siskins and redpolls. This rare member of the finch family has a bill specialized for extracting seed from spruce cones. Their appearance at the Garden is associated with variations in spruce cone abundance. Look for them around the conifers. …
Type: Birding
… Q: I would like to add stones around several large trees on my property. Is this a good choice? A: Stone is not a good mulch choice, although it is used often, for several reasons. First, it retains heat instead of keeping soil and plant roots cool. It will not decompose and will remain in the soil indefinitely. Stone is not a good choice for suppressing weeds. Composted leaf mulch is a good alternative. It has the consistency of …
Type: Plant Info
… Did you know that fungi are second only to insects in the number of species on earth? More than 1,200 species of mushrooms plus thousands of other fungi are found in … world of mushrooms. Learn the basics of fungal ecology and why fungi are so important for people and the environment. Find out about some of our local mushrooms. Limit 20. Pre-registration required. This workshop is suitable for ages 12 (with accompanying adult) and up; adults only may also register. Plant Science Lab, …
Type: Item Detail
… Q: I recently inherited some houseplants and need some advice on successfully keeping them during the winter. A: Here are six tips for healthy houseplants: Know your plants and their cultural needs. Remember that many … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for additional information. …
Type: Plant Info
… Our December Winter Woods Walk takes place on the winter solstice . Celebrate the change in seasons with a peaceful, guided walk (about 1/3 … and fauna. Before or after the walk, warm up by the fire at the McDonald Woods Shelter. Dress for the weather. If the weather forecast predicts bitter cold temperatures, a wind speed … we’ll walk in areas near the Woods. Free; regular parking and Garden admission fees apply for nonmembers Meet at the McDonald Woods Shelter …
Type: Event for Calendar
… 'Montgomery' has red to dark red plumes on top of mounded dark green foliage. The thick, fluffy panicles are comprised of tiny densely … grows to 21-24 inches tall. It likes wet or constantly moist soil, making it a good choice for wet areas. It does well in partial shade to shade and will add a welcome touch of color to a … deer. After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are often left in place for winter interest. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… resembling mounds of whipped cream. The bark is dark and the blooms are fragrant, making for an excellent cut flower. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid-, and late. 'White Ivory' is early-season bloomer. It grows to 30 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, and then dies to the ground in the fall. Plant in … than 2 inches below the soil surface. Deer resistant. Peonies are popular garden plants, known for their stunning flowers, their cold hardiness, and the huge variety of their colors, forms, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Carefree Beauty™ was one of the first roses released for sale that incorporated excellent disease resistance with continual flowering, fragrance, and a beautifully shaped and colored flower. Pink semi-double flowers are produced on a mid-sized shrub rose from June until frost. Nice-sized orange hips continue the ornamental … shrub roses. Like all roses they need full sun, good air circulation, and good drainage for best performance. And as strong repeat bloomers, it's best to fertilize them both at the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Variegated English oak is notable for the creamy margins on its classically lobed foliage. The genus Quercus includes more than 600 … (biennial). Oaks are often imposing shade trees at maturity and provide habitat and food for a variety of wildlife. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
