… of double pink flowers that fade to white with age. Fall foliage can be a burgundy shade. The genus Deutzia consists of medium-sized flowering shrubs native to Asia, generally with … Botanic Garden's collection includes 20 varieties and more than 300 plants. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… has stunning large, white blooms with contrasting red anthers and a delightful fragrance. The petals are recurved, and the flowers are bowl shaped, measuring 8 inches in diameter in mid … The stems stand 3 to 4 feet high and may have up to 8 flowers on a single stem. Casa Blanca is an Oriental hybrid. Oriental lilies generally have larger flowers and taller stems than the … although some people find it unpleasant at best. The unsurpassed grace and beauty of this lily make it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies love full sun but will do well in …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Q. Is it too late to plant potatoes? A. Potatoes may be planted as late as the beginning of July. Tubers develop best when soil temperatures are between 60 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. Potato tubers can rot when …
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… SPRING SENSATION™ deutzia features small white blossoms in spring that cover the arching stems. Foliage is dark green throughout the growing season and may turn burgundy in the fall. The genus Deutzia … are white on most species, but may be pinkish in a few species and cultivars. Deutzias are best used grouped in informal settings as a hedge or background to a border. These shrubs may …
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… When gardeners think of conifers, they usually think of evergreens. If you observe the conifers at the Chicago Botanic Garden, there are a few that turn golden in fall and drop … with their horizontal main branches and gracefully drooping branchlets. Their overall texture is very soft due to the small, slender needles that emerge bright green in spring, turn to a … somewhat, turn yellowish brown and are slightly fuzzy. Because of their size, larches are best used on large properties, parks, or golf courses. They can be used singly as specimens or …
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… The rock star fruit is trending —with fans, chefs, and researchers alike “It was pretty amazing,” said Susan … at the Chicago Botanic Garden. “It’s really cool to see how there’s a cult-like following for this plant.” The scientist’s mail bins overflowed with leaves of native pawpaw trees. People …
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… FIRST EDISIONS® FIREGOLD™ spirea features bright lime green foliage but has the arching habit and prolific flower production of other bridalwreath spirea. The genus Spiraea consists of small to medium sized flowering shrubs with a fine-textured twiggy … are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and …
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… populations after decades of declines due to DDT insecticide use and habitat loss. The osprey is listed as a threatened species in Illinois, which means it’s at risk of disappearing as a … attract their mates to their strategically chosen nesting location in the spring. In order for a nest to be successful, it must be located near water (their diet consists exclusively of … them raise the next generation. Please give the ospreys space when visiting the Garden this spring. Discover birding at the Garden and find our full bird list online at …
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… communities as well, species descriptions are biased toward larger moths, overlooking the multitude of tiny ones. Despite this tendency to favor larger species, the average moth is actually quite small, though far from nondescript! Mompha species moth; photo taken in Utah …
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… Handmade greeting cards make people feel loved. Here is a fun and festive way to show friends and relatives that you care about them. It’s a great project for kids who need something to do. (It’s also a way to use up some of those 20-year-old spices … paint brush Markers, crayons, or colored pencils Work over a large paper towel or mat, because this project is messy! Fold a piece of stiff paper (construction paper or card stock) in …
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