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  • … are estimated to emerge around May 15 to 30 and stay active through June—but their emergence is weather-dependent; given the warm winter, we could be looking at emergence on the early side. … out. In a given area, most cicadas will emerge over only a two- or three-day period, which is an amazing sight. Once they’re out, they make a lot of noise, which at peak levels can be as … larger side, approximately 1 to 2 inches long. Another thing that differentiates the species is that annual cicadas have a two- to five-year life cycle, with some emerging each season. That …
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  • … within the parameters of that design, and after the initial design and build phases, pruning is the most important tool that will keep your garden spot-on with what you envisioned. Willows … of your toddler standing taller than the plant. Come back in ten years when the toddler is a kid and the plant is a real tree. Avoid the disappointment and frustration at the beginning … shedding this (plant’s version of a hangnail), and as it unevenly sloughs off over time, the site becomes an entry point for rot, disease, and pests. You don’t want that. And by …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Keynote speaker Rowen White is the director and founder of Sierra Seeds, a member of the Mohawk community of the Akwesasne, … land. Discover how you can also connect with the seed legacy of your own ancestry. Lecture is free; regular parking fees apply; preregistration required. Alsdorf Auditorium …
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  • … .25-ounce vials of custom natural perfume to take home. No preliminary perfuming experience is necessary. Class size is limited to eight. Jessica Hannah, natural perfumer and interdisciplinary artist, J. Hannah Co. …
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  • … The Chicago Botanic Garden’s online photography class is a virtual experience you can take anywhere! Build your skills in Lightroom and make images … versions of Lightroom Classic (not the Lightroom cloud version) and Photoshop installed is required. Prerequisite: previous classes or similar experience in Lightroom and Photoshop. The …
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  • … Q: My red-twig dogwood stems don't seem to be as bright red as they used to be. What is the problem? A. As red-twig dogwood stems age, they turn dark in color. The best way to maintain your plant's health and maximize its color is to prune it using a technique known as "renewal pruning." Before the plant breaks dormancy in …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … to target soft-bodied insects on contact or as the solution begins to dry. Once the product is completely dry, it has very little effectiveness as an insect control. This is why you need to reapply the solution following a rainfall. Some gardeners wash off their …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Q. Where is the best location to plant a Japanese maple? A. Japanese maple plants, Acer palmatum , are … in correct locations. Japanese maples prefer to be planted in moist, well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. They should ideally be planted in a sheltered location to protect them …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Clematis alpina is a woody vine that uses twining leaf stalks to wind around whatever support it can find. The … shade with moderate watering, as long as it has good drainage and the soil around the roots is protected from the heat of the sun. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Full Moon tickseed ( Coreopsis 'Full Moon') is a complex hybrid of eight different North American species of Coreopsis. It features 3-inch, … year to establish the root system; thereafter, water only during periods of drought. This is one of the first of the new hybrids created by Darrell Probst that focus on hardiness, disease …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant