… Q. How can I display a live Christmas tree this year? A. A live Christmas tree cannot be kept in a heated house for more than seven days, or it will break its dormant state. If you purchase … or on a porch a few days before Christmas. On Christmas Eve, move it into a large container (to facilitate watering) and bring it indoors. Make sure the rootball stays moist while the tree is in the house. Avoid decorating it with heavy ornaments …
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… Plant Conservation Science Center Woods The PCSC Woods replicates conditions commonly experienced by homeowners: it is small and highly visible, consisting of only 1 acre along our service road, right next to our Science Center. In 2010, Garden ecologists removed invasive species, seeded native herbaceous species, and … The PCSC Woods replicates conditions commonly experienced by homeowners: it is small and highly …
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… Dark green leaves make the perfect foil for the magenta petals surrounding a magenta/pink "collar" around the dark … selection for cut flowers, as well as a highlight of the late summer garden. Grow this plant in full sun, and in moderately rich, moisture-retentive, well-drained soils. Stake it in June if the location is subject to windy conditions. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Native to Illinois, spotted Joe-Pye weed grows in moist areas where it can reach 5 feet or more; it has a dense, erect habit. This perennial is suitable for large-scale planting or use in a mixed border. The showy, lavender-pink flowers grow in flat-topped clusters 4 to 6 inches wide on this tall, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Norway spruce is a tall evergreen tree native to the cool forests of Europe where it can grow to over 200 feet in height. In the US it tends to grow to only about 60 feet tall and about 30 feet in width. This …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… cross between two species of bluestar: Amsonia hubrichtii and A. tabernaemontana. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Mother’s Day. Can I transplant it into my garden? A. Yes, you can plant your miniature rose in the garden. Miniature roses are bushy and make a nice addition to rock gardens. They can also be useful for low edgings. Plant your miniature rose outside as …
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… First identified in 1936, Frances Williams has long been a staple of the shade garden. This large hosta is noted … in June and July with white flowers that attract hummingbirds. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks …
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… The PRISTINE® apple is a yellow apple introduced in 1994, noted for its tart flavor and good keeping capability. This cultivar is one of many … are small flowering trees that provide a showy display in the spring landscape for 1 to 2 weeks. In addition to the eye-catching buds and flowers, their foliage, habit, and fruit …
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… The Perennial Sages are invaluable for their rich display of spiky flowers in the early summer border. This compact selection features flowers of an unusual deep pink shade. Deadhead just below the spend heads to encourage repeat flowering. Excellent for cutting. Drought tolerant once established. …
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