… symmetrical dense branching habit that creates a teardrop shaped form if left un-pruned. Plant in full to partial sunny locations in moderately rich, moist soils and avoid root disturbance. The smooth gray bark adds ornamental interest in winter. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This hybrid lily is marginally hardy in the Chicagoland area. It can reach a height of 2’ with a spread of 4’. It blooms in late summer/early fall with a cluster of fragrant pink, trumpet-shaped flowers. It prefers average, moist, well-drained soil in full sun. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Pure white flowers in late spring to early summer smother the green and white variegated foliage on this low growing (2 feet) spreading deciduous shrub. Plant in full sun in moderately fertile moist soils and water as needed to maintain soil moisture throughout …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… the flower stalk to yellow and wither before removing it from the bulb. Keep bulb and leaves in bright light and continue with normal watering. After May 15, take the potted bulb with long, straplike leaves outside and place it in the garden where it receives morning sun. Fertilize every 10 to 14 days with a liquid 10-10-10 … mix. The fertilizer is necessary to replenish the bulb for a new season’s flower display. In fall, before the Chicago area’s average frost date of October 15, bring the bulb inside for …
Type: Plant Info
… As the weather changes and true fall sets in, all eyes turn to the trees. It's a smart time to take a walk in the neighborhood, to really look at which trees are growing there and what colors they turn in fall. Then take the next step: have a critical look at your own yard. Is it time to plant a …
Type: Plant Info
… And yet the gradual, long-lasting autumn leaf change is one of the most beautiful displays in the plant world. It lasts longer than any spring flower show; it’s different each year; and it occurs in fall, a quiet time when riotous color is least expected. While most of us are familiar with … red oaks, there are many smaller trees and shrubs that can provide dazzling color displays in more intimate garden settings. Part of the pleasure in leaf peeping at this time of year is …
Type: Plant Info
… Fragrant lavender flowers appear in large inflorescences typically appear in early June on this species of lilac native to northeastern Asia. Plant in full sun in rich well drained soils and site so that air movement is possible around the plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Aloe cooperi is a South African grassland aloe discovered by William Burchell in his early travels in South Africa. It was rediscovered by Thomas Cooper, after whom it was named. Grass aloe occurs in moist habitats and dry rocky areas, mainly in Natal, Swaziland, and Mpumalanga. The plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… genus Amelanchier offer four seasons of interest -- small white flowers (occasionally pinkish) in spring, edible berries in early summer, attractive foliage color in fall and interesting bark/branch structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… family. It is a true dwarf form of the huge tropical vines that are star performers in tropical gardens, and is used to provide a bright splash of color in bonsai gardens. Imported from the Philippines, this sun-loving plant is so unusual because of the short distance between nodes on its stems. This feature results in flowers and leaves packed tightly together—a different look from typical bougainvillea …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
