… Sargent viburnum is similar to cranberrybush viburnum but somewhat coarser in texture and less tolerant of heat. Clusters of white flowers with purple anthers in the center appear in May followed by red fruit that persists into winter. This species was introduced to Europe and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… into winter. Fall color is a golden yellow on this suckering shrub that matures to 10 feet in height and will eventually form a clump about 6 feet wide. It is very attractive to honey bees. Archeological records indicate this species was grown in containers so it could be brought indoors and forced into flower early for its very fragrant, honey-scented flowers in the ancient kingdom of Cholchis (the same kingdom visited by Jason and the Argonauts in their …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… lets you tuck the abundant, long-lasting bloom of a Weigela into almost any sunny space in the yard. In addition to the masses unfading pink flowers from late spring into early summer, she also offers some repeat bloom later in the season, and variegated foliage edged in golden yellow until frost. Bees, butterflies, and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Burkwood viburnum ( Viburnum x burkwoodii ) is a semi-evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade under average moisture conditions. In early May pink buds produce fragrant white flowers that attract birds and butterflies. The … used as a specimen, border, or a hedge. It is resistant to deer. This hybrid was introduced in England in 1924. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Waterlilies and lotuses provide a spectacular show in the summer. Gain inspiration from the rainbow of colors against the calm water as you draw outside in the Heritage Garden and then dedicate time to your art in the studio. Explore methods for effectively capturing water and perspective in your drawings. …
Type: Item Detail
… Description: Look for these rare visitors in the Dixon Prairie. Although identical in appearance to the eastern meadowlark, they are less common and their songs are different. …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look for this bird of early spring and late fall singly or in small groups in the McDonald Woods or other wooded habitats at the Garden. …
Type: Birding
… Roses are generally not fertilized after the first week in August, although growers and rosarians interested in maximizing flower displays do continue to apply a dilute fertilizer. …
Type: Plant Info
… This evergreen shrub grows to a height of 15 feet in full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It blooms from November to February and is a specimen in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… buds open to light lemon colored flowers on this smaller height aloe suitable for containers in cold climates. Winter flowering in the Northern Hemisphere. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
