… and birds, even bison. Cape Breeze switch grass is a compact upright grass of about three feet in height and about two feet in width. Spring foliage is a bluish-green and in late summer the yellowish seed heads are held gracefully. Like most switch grasses, Cape …
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… Squaw beebalm grows to about 3 feet tall and 2 feet wide and bears fragrant bright red flowers in the summer months. In an evaluation of beebalms conducted at the Chicago Botanic Garden this beebalm was found to … and suffered some winter injury and received a fair to good evaluation overall for growing in the Chicagoland area. Beebalm grows in sunny or partially shady areas. If you gently rub your …
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… around the petticoat or base of the individual flowers. This is the plant the Dutch use in their gardens to create rivers of blue in their landscape designs. Despite the tendency for the foliage to come into growth in fall, this plant is reliably hardy in the Chicago region. The bulbs slowly create clumps by …
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… Bright blue purple flowers are produced on short spikes in early summer on this short lived hardy perennial. Oblong grey green leaves provide contrast in the garden landscape and a savory addition to the traditional Thanksgiving stuffing (and other … dishes). Full sun and soils that don't remain moist for long periods are keys to its success in Chicago area gardens. This plant has been used for medicinal purposes throughout the ages in …
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… Feverfew ( Tanacetum parthenium ) produces white, daisy-like flowers from midsummer to late in the fall on perennial plants to 2 feet in height with nicely dissected green leaves. It grows best in full sun with moderate moisture and moderate fertilization. It is avoided by most herbivores …
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… lance-shaped and held close to the branch. Spring to early summer abundant blooms tend to be in white or pink tones, depending on the species and/or cultivar. While individual flowers are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and easy-care …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… lance-shaped and held close to the branch. Spring to early summer abundant blooms tend to be in white or pink tones, depending on the species and/or cultivar. While individual flowers are quite small, they occur in clusters of inflorescence that can be very showy. Spireas are best used in groupings in a shrub or mixed border, where they are valued as tough, reliable and easy-care …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Q. I would like to grow some unusual bulbs in containers this summer. What are the basic guidelines to ensure good growth? A. Late winter or … for tuberous begonias, which are only partially covered with soil. Crowd the bulbs closely in a heavy container able to withstand windy weather. Correct watering is critical with bulbs. Water when the soil feels dry to the touch (unless otherwise specified). Bulbs rot in soggy, overwatered conditions. Provide indirect light until active growth appears, when most …
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… Plants Bearded iris ( Iris germanica ) Description & Symptoms Translucent streaks appear in young leaves as borers tunnel through leaf tissue. By summer, affected leaves turn yellow and … & Life Cycle Iris borers are the larval stage of an adult moth. The grayish moth emerges in August and September and begins laying eggs on old iris leaves or other debris. The eggs overwinter on the debris and hatch in April and early May when new leaves are 5 to 6 inches high. The larvae enter the leaves a few …
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… July August September October Continue to harvest herbs to use fresh, and dry or freeze them in small batches in an ice cube tray. Pinch off developing flowers to retain essential oils and flavor in the plants’ foliage. Monitor tomatoes during hot weather. Tomatoes appreciate an even supply …
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