… 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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… shaped flower with pink markings that resemble the face of a monkey. The requirement for consistently moist, cool, humid, well drained growing conditions makes it, unfortunately, a challenge for many homeowners. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Fountain European beech is both a weeping and columnar form of the species and thus suitable for narrow spaces in the home landscape. It is a sport or naturally occurring variation of F. … of the European beech have been developed, many of which are eye-catching show stoppers for their shape (weeping, columnar or rounded) or foliage color (green, variegated, purple or … to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for the vast majority of cultivars used in landscaping. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collections …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… well as plants into venturing out too soon. Winter still reigns in February, making it a month for gardeners to respond to the season’s challenges, plan for the growing year ahead, and tend to indoor plants and seed starting. Garden To-Do List De-ice … Keep planning Continue to peruse seed, bulb, and nursery catalogs to help you plan your garden for the upcoming year. Another great source are the plant sales sponsored by local garden clubs, …
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… cultivars acquired a greater cold hardiness, a tolerance to alkaline soils, and a preference for sunny conditions—ta-daaa, a perfect summer-blooming shrub for Chicago gardens. Today’s gardeners are finding that the new varieties satisfy a number of landscaping needs, including shade tolerance, extended bloom time, and winter interest. And for the adventurous gardener, willing to push the horticultural envelope, there are some exciting …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. How do I care for a Norfolk Island pine? A. Norfolk Island pine (Araucaria heterophylla) is commonly grown as a … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more detailed information. …
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… A. Christmas cactus is a member of the forest cactus group and has very specific requirements for blooming. This plant prefers to spend the summer outside in a shady location. Around … move it inside so that it can enter its pre-flowering period. The critical factors for good blooming are a sunny windowsill, night temperatures between 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit …
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… Q. Can you help me identify the very large moth that appears just for a day or two on the side of my house at this time of year? And is it harmful? A. It is … females deposit eggs on future food sources (apple, white oak, black cherry or birch trees) for the developing caterpillars. The large caterpillars take all summer to achieve full size, …
Type: Plant Info
… systems during the summer or school year? Please join the Windy City Harvest Youth Farm staff for a day of focused learning. We will discuss incorporating standards for social and emotional learning, giving feedback to students, and common challenges faced in …
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… Super Stolie has been rocking for families since 2007. Her energetic and interactive shows engage all ages, genders, and … culture, the ¡Super Stolie Guacamole! bilingual show offers mixed-language music and dances for the whole family. Then, after a quick costume change, Super Stolie and the Rockstars continue …
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