… an Itoh or intersectional hybrid peony. The creamy yellow double flowers are 8 inches across with a subtle fragrance. The plant grows to 2 to 2 1/2 feet, taking on a shrubby appearance … throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the fall. Plant in sun to part shade with eyes no more than 2 inches below the soil surface. Deer resistant. Peonies are popular …
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… Lepechinia hastata , known as pakaha in its native Hawaii, resembles salvias in many respects, with its spikes of deep magenta flowers from August through October. A nonhardy perennial, this plant will still reach up to 4 feet in height with a flower spike of an additional foot. Its exotic-looking, large leaves are mint-scented and …
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… Lilium 'Netty's Pride is a study in contrasts, with large bicolor flowers of burgundy with white tips. The throat is greenish white and it has orange pollen. The flowers are …
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… This ligularia has large, heart-shaped leaves up to 2 feet. They have purple veins, are edged with exaggerated teeth, and are borne on purple stems, making them quite dramatic. The foliage is … borne on 5- to 6-foot-tall spikes. Use this ligularia as a bold accent or a pondside plant. With its large leaves and tall spikes, it provides a bold accent. …
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… ‘Mint Julep’ is in Division 3. The petals are greenish yellow while the corona is yellow with a touch of green at the base. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. … word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he drowned in the pool where he had been admiring himself, …
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… Narcissus ‘Oriental Silk’ is in Division 2. It blooms in mid spring with lemon yellow petals which are slightly reflexed and a white corona. The bulbs are toxic and … word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he drowned in the pool where he had been admiring himself, …
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… Narcissus ‘Verger’ is in Division 3. It blooms in mid spring with white petals that have a yellow halo. The corona is red. The bulbs are toxic and will not be … word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he drowned in the pool where he had been admiring himself, …
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… 'Mirranda' is a diminutive cultivar of mountain hydrangea with a mature size of just around four feet. In acidic soils the fertile and sterile flowers are … pink (in acidic soils). The leaves are a yellowish green which provides for a nice contrast with the flowers regardless of whether they are grown in acidic or alkaline soils. …
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… senses in the healing forest to reduce stress hormones and increase immune function. Connect with forest life around you through mindful activities on a gentle walk outside, typically covering less than a mile, and ending with a simple tea ceremony using native plants. Dress for the weather, as class will still be …
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… Not every school can have a traditional school garden, but that doesn’t mean gardening with students is impossible. Learn about different ways to envision a school garden, from growing … needs. Discuss ways to use those gardens to reach SEL and academic goals for all. Bring plants with you after the program to get started at school or at home. ISBE PD Hours: 6, Gateways: 6 …
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