… soil conditions. In September and October it produces showy pink and purple blooms. It’s good for a border and is resistant to deer. …
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… 'Beautiful Dreamer' in moisture-retentive, well-drained soils in locations where it can reseed for bloom in following years. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… of environmental stewards, urban agriculture job training, or preserving a peaceful space for all to enjoy, your generosity ensures the Garden continues to grow and serve the community … of environmental stewards, urban agriculture job training, or preserving a peaceful space for all to enjoy, your generosity ensures the Garden continues to grow and serve the community …
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… certain would be found in the home of any respectable witch or goblin, and are easy to care for, too! Snap! Watch a Venus flytrap snag its next meal. Our top choices are the spider plant ( … its leaves. Warning: do not let hundreds of tiny babies invade your home! Plants with a taste for flesh? Yes! Carnivorous plants need nutrients from insects and other small animals to thrive. The Venus flytrap, ( Dionaea musipula ), is well-known for its jaw-like leaves that close on unsuspecting flies. We also love the blood-red coloring on …
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… Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs? A. To … Fertilizer is only one of several ways to encourage bulbs to generate and store food for their spring flower display. Gardeners should also remember to let leaves and stems remain … remain green, they are manufacturing carbohydrates that the bulbs will store and use as energy for next year’s growth. …
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… Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs? A. To … Fertilizer is only one of several ways to encourage bulbs to generate and store food for their spring flower display. Gardeners should also remember to let leaves and stems remain … remain green, they are manufacturing carbohydrates that the bulbs will store and use as energy for next year’s growth. …
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… Q: How do I start tomato seedlings indoors? A: To grow your own tomatoes for transplanting outdoors, sow the seeds indoors four to six weeks before the usual last frost … After all danger of frost has passed, plants should be moved to a shady area of the garden for several hours each day. Gradually increase the time the plants are exposed to outdoor conditions. This may entail moving them in and out for a period of three to seven days. After the tomatoes have been planted, be prepared to cover …
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… Q. How do I select a good carving pumpkin for my family? A. There are four species of Curcurbita that are considered pumpkins; however, the intermediate and large Curcurbita pepo varieties are the ones used primarily for jack-o’-lanterns. Consider going to the pumpkin patch early. A well-chosen pumpkin will last … may develop a frost ring around the top of the fruit and will have a shorter shelf life. Look for pumpkins that have a well-rounded shape that is free of any fresh wounds or soft spots, which …
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… are included in a ten-day trip to Rome and Florence, from September 15 to 25, 2015, customized for Chicago Botanic Garden members in collaboration with Insight Vacations and Frosch Travel. Featured gardens include the Vatican Gardens in Rome—a retreat for popes since 1279—and Villa Gamberaia in the hills of Tuscany. The trip includes deluxe … Botanic Garden). A $250 per person deposit is required to reserve your spot; space is limited. For more information, call Frosch Travel at (847) 948-5300. …
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… Continue to plant deciduous trees and shrubs as weather permits. The alternate time for planting is next March, before plants leaf out. Apply 2 to 4 inches of wood chips, shredded … down their winter habitats, such as ornamental grass clumps or perennials left standing for winter interest. Protect tree trunks from gnawing rabbits by setting up 12 to 16 inches of … damaging effects of bitter, northwest winter winds. Antidessicant sprays are not recommended for routine use on broadleafed evergreens. Some gardeners have used these products on …
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