… This break-through variety of novelty poinsettia was the first to feature rich red bracts speckled with pink and creamy white. Poinsettias have flower bracts that are often mistaken for flower petals because of their groupings and colors but are actually modified leaves. The … meaning that they require darkness (12 hours at a time for at least five days in a row) to change color. At the same time, they require abundant light during the day for the brightest …
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… fertilizers, mycorrhiza, and root health. Maximizing growth and maintaining tree health is key to creating quality bonsai. March is a great time to repot, so bring a tree in for repotting; soil will be made and provided for the class. Chris Baker, curator of bonsai, …
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… New! In this cooking class, learn how to create an oven-based tandoori platter—a mixed grill of fresh vegetables and meats. Featured … recipes include tandoori chicken, amritsari paneer tikka, and tandoori fish. Learn new ideas for incorporating a variety of spices into recipes. Take home tips for making a meal out of any … from the platter. Enjoy a generous sampling of dishes made in class and take some home to share. Shilipi Saxena, culinary instructor ITW Kitchen, Learning Center …
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… and darker pink eye surrounding the dark fertile disc flowers in the center of the bloom. Bred to not require staking, the dwarfed height and sturdy stems make this a low-maintenance dahlia for the landscape. The leaf edges are filigreed for ornamental interest throughout the growing … season. As with other dahlia, full sun and moisture-retentive, moderately rich soils are key to success. …
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… Large 4- to 6-inch double white blooms are produced on long strong stems on this summer-loving annual for sunny, dry locations. Increased resistance to powdery mildew—the bane of zinnias—is a huge plus. Plant this zinnia toward the back of the …
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… 'The Netherlands' is actually a blend of three tulips assembled for the Garden by a wholesale bulb company in the Netherlands. The first to bloom has large scarlet blooms with a short stature. The broad wavy leaves are edged in yellow. It is intermixed with a white variety and the last to bloom will be pink. Tulip blends are popular with both vendors and homeowners looking for …
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… yoga in the Rose Garden. Blend mindful movement with the sights and scents of nature to create a truly restorative experience. Suitable for all levels, this class focuses on breath, balance, and relaxation, inviting you to connect with the outdoors and yourself. Enjoy some rose-themed surprises at the end of class. …
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… Willowwood viburnum was a selection made at Willowwood Farms, New Jersey, in 1928. It is noted for its lustrous foliage and arching habit. Green buds open to white flowers in May, which are followed by fruit that goes from green to pink to red to black. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well …
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… Q: Should I cut back my perennials to prepare them for winter? If so, when? A: Cutting back perennials in the fall can be confusing because there are different reasons to cut plants back or leave them standing. Perennials such as prickly pear cactus ( Opuntia …
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… This is the quiet time of year, when we put our gardens to bed. All the hustle of summer planting, weeding, and watering is just a memory now. But our … woodpeckers, titmice, blue jays, and others provide a colorful, entertaining addition to our gardens in winter. Unlike spring—when they’re busy singing, looking for a mate, and building nests—in winter, a bird’s main activity is to find and eat enough food …
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