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  • … before the Chicago area’s first anticipated frost of October 15. Monitor all plants carefully for insects or disease before bringing them in. Discard seriously diseased plants. Sequester new …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … questions regarding mushrooms and fungi. Mushroom-related books, t-shirts and other items are for sale. Location: Burnstein Hall …
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  • … in the landscape. Songbirds relish the seeds in fall if the spikes haven't been cut and dried for dried flower arrangements. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … petals and spurs surround a deeper yellow cup. This hardy but short-lived perennial is great for partially shaded to full sun locations and attracts pollinators. To insure continuity in the …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … pink ball of a flower that stands like a lollipop over a fine textured mat of foliage. Makes for a wonderful low maintenance ground cover or an accent in containers. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … pink ball of a flower that stands like a lollipop over a fine textured mat of foliage. Makes for a wonderful low maintenance ground cover or an accent in containers. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … with superior flavor and long storage quality. It is best planted in the ground to allow for maximum growth and increased yields. 2021 – Ball Horticultural featured plants @ Chicago …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … passed, in a sunny location and in moderately rich, moisture-retentive soil; provide a stake for support if the site is prone to strong winds. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … in size. It grows to a height of 4 feet and 3 feet width. Its small size makes it adaptable for a mixed border or hedge. The silvery gray leaf color is adaptable with pink flowers and dark …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … pollen. This plant is excellent in the garden (goldfinches love sunflowers) or as a cut flower for the florist trade. Plant it in full sun, and moderately fertile and moist soils. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant