… do feather-light grasses that cast almost imperceptible shadows on the snow. How glad we feel for the subtlety of this season, where small favors are so enjoyed. The threadlike wisps of … blooms, or the delicacy of azalea displays. They also plan winter walks in snow specifically for snow viewing and shadow watching — a happening where trees and shrubs create a second shadow … the strong trunk of the neighboring weeping maple, Acer saccharinum 'Beebe's Cutleaf Weeping'. For those with an eye to detail, look at the small, bluish white and yellow lichen patches pasted …
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… 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 … set in a border, a trellis is a multi-purpose vertical element. Some gardeners want a trellis for growing vines or climbing roses, to screen views, or to delineate a space. There’s often an … of space in a narrow border. One or more large trellis panels can be used to create “walls” for an outdoor room, and provide privacy without creating a claustrophobic feeling. A trellis …
Type: Plant Info
… real food again. Let's plant some tomatoes. Tomato plants are not pretty. We don't grow them for their ornamental value or their perfect flowers or their dainty texture. Nor should we choose … life, or holds up when stacked ten deep in a giant red pyramid. We grow these awkward plants for the juiciness and flavor of their fruit, no matter how funky or misshapen some of that fruit … There are pear-shaped, cherry-shaped, ribbed, round, and oval varieties often developed for specific purposes, e.g., canning, stewing, slicing, or saucing. Favorites Gardeners have good …
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… they prefer prik kee noo; in Ethiopia they enjoy piri piri; and the Brazilians use malagueta. (For the extremely local, no Chicago dog is complete unless it comes with sport peppers!) Use … roasted. 'Bulgarian Carrot' looks like its namesake, but tastes both hot and fruity. Read on for other top pics. Capsicum baccatum 'Aji Cristal' As the fruits ripen from lime green to yellow … scale. Capsicum annuum 'Buran' A triple-lobed bell, it's a Polish heirloom with a reputation for being one of the sweetest of all peppers. Capsicum annuum 'Garden Sunshine' What a swell …
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… with a height between 8 and 18 inches with a compact, mounding form making it suitable for front of the border and containers. Zinnia haageana (Mexican Zinnia) Zinnia haageana offers … outdoors after the last spring frost or start them indoors in seed-starting mix in late April for transplanting. Dig some compost a few inches into the soil before sowing or planting. Adding … the plant and place them in a paper bag with the name on it and store in a cool, dry place for next spring. Come fall, you can pull the plants—roots and all—and place them in the compost …
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… Jensen. At the time of its completion in 1908, the conservatory was considered revolutionary for the presentation of the plant collection and specifically themed rooms. This class will focus …
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… have garden space or not. Professional gardener Bill Shores, who has grown specialty greens for more than a decade and currently manages Chef Rick Bayless’s market garden, will treat …
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… gardens. The tour will expand your appreciation and use of plants and provide design ideas for four-season interest. Julie Siegel, owner/principal, J. Siegel Designs, Inc. Meet at Visitor …
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… based cellist. Classically trained, Alison has worked as a performing and recording artist for over 25 years, releasing 5 solo records and performing as a guest artist on many others, She … with producer and composer Will Thomas, is out now on Thrill Jockey Records. helenmoney.com oldtownschool.org/hireus …
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… and garden-inspired. The second portion of the class will be spent sharing resources and tips for growing your own backyard cutting garden. Come with questions. All materials and vase …
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