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  • … cypress is considered sacred by the Shintos. ‘Tempelhof’ is a broad, cone-shaped conifer with deep-green foliage growing in broad overlapping whorls on orange stems. Excellent as an informal hedge, it grows to 12 feet high and 10 feet wide and requires little …
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  • … climbs 8 to15 feet. From July to August it produces 6 to 8-inch deep violet-purple flowers with white stamens. Smaller flowers bloom again from September through October. Plant Lady Betty Balfour in full sun to partial shade, and prune to the ground in early spring. It is an excellent choice for covering pergolas and arbors. …
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  • … leucocoryne, blooms in late winter in the mountains of its native Chile. They're excellent cut flowers, as they last a surprisingly long time in water. …
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  • … and in the Rose Garden. How much time should we allow for this event? That depends on how fast you walk and how many pictures you take, but in general, you should allow about an hour. … Visitor Center) No interactive elements We ask anyone who is sick, or who has been in contact with someone who is sick, to please stay home. You may contact our Customer Call Center at (847) … Visitor Center) No interactive elements We ask anyone who is sick, or who has been in contact with someone who is sick, to please stay home. You may contact our Customer Call Center at (847) …
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  • … is a clinging ornamental perennial vine that can reach 60 to 80 feet tall. Root-like, hold-fast structures facilitate its ability to climb and cling to almost any surface. It requires a …
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  • … to form, the plant needs to be subjected to night temperatures of 60–65 degrees Fahrenheit with daytime temperatures about ten degrees higher. In summer, place your gardenia plant outdoors in a part-sun location, avoiding midday sun. In winter, provide the plant with bright light and a little direct sun. The soil should be kept evenly moist at all times, and … plant every two to three years with an acidic potting soil. Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicabotanic.org for more detailed information. …
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  • … spring and again in fall. Like other ornamental cherries in the Chicago region, it requires excellent soil drainage and typically begins to decline after 30 years of age. Fall color is yellow, sometimes with peach tints. Other than wood borers, this tree is basically pest free. The name 'Autumnalis' …
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  • … Deep wine-colored flowers with lightly fringed petals usually mature about 4 inches in size on a plant that tops out at 5 … to encourage additional lateral branches. The flowers are held upright on long stems and make excellent cut flowers. The flower color does not fade as it ages. …
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  • … open up to pure white flowers, and if a different variety is nearby, the golden yellow fruit with a pinkish blush will appear from late August to early September.  Like most fruit trees, the … This cultivar is prone to biennial bearing (meaning a large crop every other year) - consult with your local agriculture extension service or master gardener program for a list of pruning techniques to overcome this tendency if …
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  • … Pacific North Line. For a schedule of trains, contact Metra at (312) 836-7000 or metrarail.com . Once you arrive at the Braeside station, you may walk to the Garden. This is a beautiful … Getting to the Garden by Bus For the most up-to-date information, contact Pace Suburban Bus Service at (847) 836-7000 or pacebus.com . Bus connections are available from Davis Street in … through Turnbull Woods, which is part of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. In partnership with the Illinois Department of Transportation and the Forest Preserves of Cook County, the …
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