… Fastigiata cultivar has a neater appearance than the species, so it is usually the best one for a perennial border. The rose, pink, or white flowers with a slight notch in each petal have a … plant may be short-lived, it remains a garden presence because of prolific self-sowing. Use it for color throughout summer in the border. Foliage may become marred by fungal diseases by late …
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… in a container. In the tropics, the leaves of passion flowers are the preferred food plant for butterflies. Plant the passion flower in full sun and well-drained, moist soil, and provide a trellis or support for the plants to clamber over. …
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… of your photos, designed to further strengthen your work. Topics covered include AE/AF lock for exposure and focus, live photo, portrait mode, and iWatch usage. An iPhone is required for this course. Robert Erving Potter III, photographer and educator Plant Science Lab, …
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… areas spread across 385 acres, the Chicago Botanic Garden is both a dream and a challenge for photographers. Enjoy the turning of the seasons and discover places and techniques for creating captivating images, review compositional ideas, and explore how to capture the …
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… New! Be inspired by a wide variety of newly available shrubs perfect for a new bed or refreshing an established garden. Explore standout varieties—both new and … range of garden settings. Learn what makes these shrubs exceptional, and how to grow and care for them successfully. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be …
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… age. If you want a showy fragrant rose in your garden, this is not a good choice. It does make for a conversation piece. The plants reach about three feet tall. Since it is not fully hardy, we keep it in a container that is brought in for the winter. …
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… full sun in average soils and water enough to establish the root system and plants will thrive for the remainder of the season, even in heat and drought. Cut for fresh flowers or dead head after flowering to promote continued flowering. …
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… New! Too often, we wander about looking for the “perfect” subject, when what is really needed is a shift in perspective. When you commit … Rose Garden throughout this course. Composition and value studies will be emphasized. Dress for the weather. A supply list will be sent. The School’s CEUs=14 hours ART elective Thomas …
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… an image critique designed to further strengthen your work. A fully charged iPhone is required for this course. Dress for the weather. Expect moderate walking. Robert Erving Potter III, photographer and educator …
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… up to the first hard frost of fall. The finely dissected, lacy foliage provides a fine texture for the landscape. Deadhead (remove old flowers) to encourage additional blooms. Flowers can be … Plant 'Lemon Gem' in full sun and in average soil, and provide moderate fertilization for best results. This plant attracts nectar-feeding insects during the growing season, and the …
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