… to require frequent deadheading in their first year of growth. There are several reasons for deadheading. Most gardeners do it because it aesthetically looks better when dead plant … stalk down to new lateral buds. Perennials that benefit from deadheading to prolong bloom or for rebloom include spike gayfeather ( Liatris spicata ), butterfly weed ( Asclepias tuberosa ), … and create nice winter interest. Also, avoid deadheading those that provide a food source for birds during the winter months. Please email plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more …
Type: Plant Info
… Select trees that are winter hardy in your region. Siting trees properly is also important. For example, woodland trees that prefer shade may be more prone to frost cracking if planted in a … inspected. Frost cracks are rarely life threatening; however, the wounds can present an entry for insects and disease. Recent studies indicate that wrapping tree trunks is not an effective technique for avoiding frost cracks. For more information on frost cracking, please contact Plant …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: Look for this common migrant warbler in any wooded habitat at the Garden, especially areas with …
Type: Birding
… of life. Unfortunately, native pollinators are declining and that brings up lots of questions for researchers, including Garden scientist Amy Iler, Ph.D. Learn more about native pollinators … bee “home” to take home. Limit 20. Pre-registration required. This workshop is suitable for ages 8 (with accompanying adult) and up; adults only may also register. Plant Science Lab, …
Type: Item Detail
… Celebrate the summer solstice with Bim Willow to craft and create rustic accents and furniture for your home, garden, or porch. Learn the basic techniques of making bent willow furniture. You … No experience is necessary. Photos of projects are available online. If desired, register for the Willow Chair class as well. You will have time to complete both projects. Bim Willow, …
Type: Item Detail
… Dare to walk an eerily enchanting path, aglow with artist-carved pumpkins for Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns—featuring glowing tributes to Chicago sports teams, plant … frights around every corner. With five extra nights to explore and light bites available for purchase, it’s a spirited evening of family-friendly fun—just creepy enough to keep you on …
Type: Event for Calendar
… of peat moss, vermiculite and perlite. They are lightweight, sterilized and well-suited for the common foliage houseplants. Regular garden soil is not recommended for houseplants since disease and insect problems often accompany this soil when it is moved …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. I received a lovely ivy topiary for the holidays and need some watering and fertilizing information. A. Ivy prefers bright light … the topiary outside in the summer to a partially shaded location, but watch the increased need for watering at that time. …
Type: Plant Info
… Fertilize roses for the third and final time at the end of the month with a liquid 20-20-20 fertilizer. Do not … roses by cutting flowers back to the first set of five leaflets. Monitor roses closely for blackspot. Remove any leaves that show darkened circles with fuzzy margins on either the …
Type: Plant Info
… a nice contrast to the pink flowers. This is a tall plant that benefits from staking for support or cutting back in the summer for a shorter plant. Bonnie chrysanthemum is not dependent upon soil type or pH and is a lovely …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
