… were puzzled by the sudden decline and loss of hundreds of ash trees, which they attributed to a nonnative, highly destructive beetle, Agrilus planipennis , commonly called the emerald ash … through August. Higher numbers are normally seen in June and early July. Adult beetles live for approximately three weeks. Beetles will hide in bark crevices and will occasionally feed on … the movement of all ash products outside of the state of Illinois. Refer to up-to-date federal news releases . The Illinois Department of Agriculture has established quarantine zones …
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… Jingle Shell daylily has lovely soft, pale pink to light salmon-colored flowers. A lovely addition to any garden, the 6-inch blooms appear in early to mid season and are attractive to butterflies … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. …
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… Just in Time for Halloween This is the month for ghosts, goblins, and witches, and for tricks and treats. Some … supervisor of the plant health care department. “It has long, dangling branches and I like to put purple lights on it in October—it looks pretty cool.” On a fall night, the bare limbs look … the eyes of old-fashioned china dolls. Although some birds eat the berries, the plant is toxic to humans. The Meat Eaters There’s witch hazel (Hamamelis) , Dracula orchid , and deadly …
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… Pergola (per’-go-lah) Pergolas may be elongated, narrow arbors, basically covering a walkway to another part of the garden. Or, they can be larger structures covering a patio or a deck. They can be freestanding or attached to an exterior wall. The top, which serves as a ceiling, is often a series of slats or latticework that provides partial shade. Like arbors, pergolas are suitable for growing climbing, twining, clinging, or trailing plants. They can also hold hanging baskets …
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… Q. Help! I never got around to planting my tulip bulbs this fall. Is there anything I can do to save them? A. If the bulbs are still firm and show no signs of decay or rot, you can pot them up for indoor forcing. Choose a wide, shallow pot with good drainage and use either a commercial …
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… The appeal of the common lilac is due to the haunting fragrance of its usually abundant pale purple blooms. This multi-stemmed shrub … species from which all modern lilac cultivars are derived. Hybridization efforts have tended to focus on bloom color, fragrance, and overall habit of the plant. The species is native to … Members of the genus Syringa , commonly known as lilacs, are shrubs or small trees prized for their showy and fragrant blooms in late spring. The individual flowers are tubular in form …
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… Aechmea 'Frappuccino' is a colorful bromeliad grown for both its foliage and spikes of red flowers that are tipped with yellow. The dark green … rhizomes, tubers, corms, or bulbs (including offsets). Drought-tolerant, it is well suited for xeriscaping. With average water needs, it should be watered regularly but not overwatered. …
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… that commands attention with an abundant display of large slightly fragrant flowers that lasts for about six weeks. Semi-double hot pink flowers grow in clusters of three. It makes a great background plant, but isn't common in trade since many homeowners opt for more compact rose varieties. This cultivar was introduced in 1979 by Louis Stoddard. We …
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… Discover exceptional ornamental grasses for all types of garden situations, sun and shade, wet and dry, formal and informal, and … cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Botany 1 suggested. The School’s CEUs=6 hours OPC elective Jill …
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… the stairs and over the paths of the Dwarf Conifer Garden, led by the horticulturist who cares for this space. Observe new spring growth and cone production. Learn about some of the unique … Discover the fragrance, shapes, and textures that make this a four-season garden. Dress for the weather. Francisco Manrique, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at the Dwarf …
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