… This cultivar is noted for it's slender and upright growth habit to 40' tall by 10' wide and evergreen grey-green …
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… Cicadas have been out and singing for a while now. If you live around trees, you may be enjoying their late summer serenade. You … three simple eyes show up as three spots reflecting the flash from the camera. The Latin name for this cicada is Tibicen canicularis. “Canus” is the Latin word for dog. Why do you think he’s called the Dogday cicada?) …
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… depends on whether the plants are hardy or tropical. Hardy waterlilies rated cold-hardy for Zone 5 will survive winter temperatures in the Chicago area for years, providing the rhizomes do not freeze during the winter. Tropical waterlilies are zoned for warmer climates and will not survive Chicago winters. In order to keep them year after year, …
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… Q. Please advise on special winter protection for my garden plants. A. Many winter injuries common to plants in the Chicago area can be avoided … twigs, buds and many evergreens. Deer repellents are numerous and must be rotated constantly for best success. Before you prune out any brown winterkill areas on evergreens, wait until the … soon as spring arrives) to lessen the damage caused by temperature fluctuations. Monitor trees for animal damage, carefully remove snow from shrubs and protect plants from salt spray. …
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… Q. What can I do to attract birds to my garden in the winter? A. There is a great demand for food in winter as natural supplies decline. Do not prune plants with berries and seedpods, … to attract and feed birds throughout the winter. Dawn and dusk are the two most active periods for bird foraging. There are many different food combinations that attract different types of … too. Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicabotanic.org for more information. …
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… roses should be encouraged to develop lateral, flower-bearing canes. Continue to check peonies for botrytis blight or other foliar fungal problems. Peonies that suffered from botrytis or bud … regularly, starting when the plants are between 2 to 4 inches tall. Cage or provide support for peony blossoms when the plants are 10 inches tall. Let spring bulb foliage yellow and wither before removing it. The leaves manufacture food that is stored in the bulb for next year’s growth. Even braiding the foliage of daffodils can reduce the food production of …
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… Bright yellow flowers on this dancing lady orchid can last for a month or more each; dozens of flowers per stem. Grow indoors in bright light, high … Move outdoors in summer and fertilize weekly with a dilute foliar feed to build up energy for the flowering cycle in winter. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each … 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
… Moth orchids ( Phalaenopsis and the closely related x Doritaenopsis ) are among the easiest for homeowner culture. Provide bright light, well- drained soils, some humidity, and small amounts of water every couple of days for years of repeat bloom. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its … 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 …
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… gold watch Mama and I gave you catches the sunlight and beams. “Neek, come here and hold this for me,” you say with gentle confidence. “Yes sir!!,” I belt. Little brown girl arms and gangly … and rocks in my shoes…I’m so happy. It was always my heart’s joy to serve you. You send me off for some other tool or gadget and I run through soft mushy grass - I smell its sweetness and … gold watch Mama and I gave you catches the sunlight and beams. “Neek, come here and hold this for me,” you say with gentle confidence. “Yes sir!!,” I belt. Little brown girl arms and gangly …
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… An Herbal Fix for Winter Doldrums The winter solstice arrives on December 21. It marks the official start of … That’s all the more reason to have a little fun with herbs. Here are some do-it-yourself ideas for using these aromatic workhorses, fresh or dried, home grown or store bought. They’re sure to get you through the long winter months ahead. DIY Herbal Facial Steam Take time out for an herbal facial. First, wash your face. Place dried or fresh herbs (1 tablespoon of …
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