… Roses are universally loved, but pests and diseases can temper the excitement of even the most passionate rose enthusiast. Tom Soulsby will review common rose pests and diseases and … also dig deeper into how prevention, proper garden maintenance, and plant selection are the best first steps toward a healthy rose garden that resists pests and diseases before they take …
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… Deutzia 'Pink Pompon' features clusters of double pink flowers that fade to white with age. Fall foliage can be a burgundy shade. The genus Deutzia consists of medium-sized flowering shrubs native to Asia, generally with … are white on most species, but may be pinkish in a few species and cultivars. Deutzias are best used grouped in informal settings as a hedge or background to a border. These shrubs may …
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… Super Seed Saturday Saturday, January 24, 2026 Regenstein Center Special Hours: The Garden will stay open until 4 p.m. Hear from experts, explore behind the scenes, swap seeds with gardeners Admission: Free admission to Super Seed Saturday events; preregistration is not required for the Seed Swap Registration is … on sub-irrigation plantings (S.I.P.s), water-saving systems that help plants thrive in any space. Creator of the heirloom “Peg O’ My Heart” tomato, Peg shares practical, organic …
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… Polygonatum commutatum or Solomon’s Seal is a native woodland perennial to 3 feet in height producing up to 20 clusters of pendent white flowers in spring followed by dark blue berries in late summer/fall. Best grown in a shady setting in moisture retentive soils and mulched well to prevent rhizomes … rows. Unlike many other spring woodland wildflowers, Solomon’s Seal will not go dormant when the heat of summer sets in. Free from most insects and diseases, it is unfortunately often eaten …
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… Farm on Ogden Press Kit Chicago Botanic Garden and Lawndale Christian Health Center celebrate the opening of the Farm on Ogden, a 20,000-square-foot, multi-use facility, one of the first of its kind in the nation that will bring together job training and certificate programs in farming, food … urban farmers and will be headquarters for Veggie Rx, a program that offers free vegetables to qualified participants as one solution to diabetes, heart disease and obesity. The Farm on …
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… small white flowers in spring. Unlike many deutzia, Nikko offers burgundy fall foliage color. The genus Deutzia consists of medium sized flowering shrubs native to Asia, generally with slender stems and a fine-textured arching habit. The clusters of small … are white on most species, but may be pinkish in a few species and cultivars. Deutzias are best used grouped in informal settings as a hedge or background to a border. These shrubs may …
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… Even when the kids have schoolwork, it’s still important for them to play outside. Outdoor activities … social relationships. Sharing discoveries—like water creatures from Garden lakes—is a great way to cement knowledge. Nature play abounds at the Chicago Botanic Garden, and can be found in … can discuss the different types of clouds and identify those currently over their heads. The best part about this activity? No tools required. …
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… tomatoes, or as romantic as an antique urn laced with roses and baby's breath. Choose a style to make your own! Versatile and Beautiful On decks and rooftops, container plantings bring life, … to hard edges. Close to doorways, they welcome visitors with texture and fragrance. By the back porch, they encourage soft touches and occasional pinches as herbs and vegetables are … perennials. A four-season container Rotate seasonal plants into containers to reflect the best of the garden and to extend the growing season. Begin your flowering display the second week …
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… Corporate Partnership Benefits Demonstrate your company’s commitment to the environment. Encourage wellness among employees with access to the Garden. Organize group volunteer activities. Entertain clients and conduct business in a natural setting with exquisite facilities. You’ll do all this and more as a Corporate … Demonstrate your company’s commitment to the environment. Encourage wellness among employees with access to the Garden. Organize group …
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… Heritage® English shrub rose ( Rosa ‘AUSblush’) is another of the David Austin shrub rose releases. It features beautifully quartered, bourbon-type flowers in pink that blush to lighter shades near the edges, and a fragrance reminiscent of tea rose, citrus, and honey. These disease-resistant plants grow to 4 feet and perform best when planted in sunny, moderately moist, and fertile soils, protected in early winter with a …
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