… upon us, in all its heartbreakingly beautiful glory. All the key factors need to be in place for spectacular hues to emerge: abundant summer moisture, sunny fall days, and cool but not … yellow, orange, tan, green, and purple that thrills us. Although some fall displays are famous for their short-but-sweet mass of single color (Colorado's golden aspens come to mind), the truly … and long-lasting blooms, and stunning bronze-y to purple fall color. It's a great shrub choice for pumping color and texture into a shady spot in the garden. Diablo® Eastern ninebark glows …
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… of the world’s more than 250 wild, or species, roses, R. rubiginosa has been well known for centuries in its native Europe for two reasons: First, for the dense and thorny hedgerows it can form and, more pleasantly, for the amazing green-apple …
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… Thank you, Rachel Carson. For me, personally, Silent Spring had a profound impact. It was one of the books we read at my … to weird hippie health food restaurants in Chicago. For her birthday, my mom knew she would get her requested restaurant, so she would pick the only organic one in town. We all got … built, we felt that it was so close to a large city…I put a full-page ad in the Highland Park News, and I wrote an article about nuclear waste and terrorists.” When my mom wasn’t lying down …
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… accolades speak volumes, having clinched the top spot in sound-alike contests at Beatlefest ® for three consecutive years, as voted by thousands of fervent Beatles fans. This recognition … Neville Brothers, and the Doobie Brothers, among others, American English has carved a niche for themselves in the annals of music history. Their international debut in Tokyo in 1999 marked … the frenzied crowds in Tokyo react with sheer exhilaration, one could easily mistake them for witnessing the real Beatles themselves. The journey through American English’s show is a …
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… night long. Led by Steve Kessler (guitar, bass, vocals), a staple of the Chicago music scene for more than 40 years, the band delivers a rich and diverse performance inspired by rock, blues, … keys, David Kessler is a versatile multi-instrumentalist and seasoned performer, also known for his work in the popular duo Dave and Gabe. His musical adaptability adds depth and texture to … acts in her impressive career. With a lineup of experienced musicians and a shared passion for delivering unforgettable performances, The Saturday June Band brings energy, experience, and …
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… is an incredibly long bloom time: it begins to flower in November, and continues blooming for close to six months. This Latouria, or New Guinea-type orchid, is white with dark purple … but not soggy. This host of requirements can make this particular orchid a challenge for Chicago-area homeowners. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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… to most insects, diseases, air pollution and restricted root runs, it is an ideal tree for urban landscapes. It prefers climates with hot summers and cool to cold winters. Not tolerant … these trees are naturalized decendents from trees planted a couple of thousand years ago. For the last 1,500 years or so, it has been grown in Asian temple gardens. It continues to be cultivated in Chinese fruit orchards for the prized 'silver apricot' fruit that is roasted once the very smelly, soft outer covering …
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… densely packed on the flowering stem. This is an orchid that really requires a greenhouse for proper growth in the Chicago area, and it is known for disliking root disturbance, so growth in a slatted wooden box is recommended. The orchid … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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… composer, concert artist, conductor, and pedagogue. As founding Artistic Director and composer for Healing Bells, she works with international journalists and filmmakers to tell underreported … are finally heard and represented through musical storytelling, Ruiter-Feenstra advocates for Healing Arts Centers and collective healing workshops that can reach people who have been …
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… A. When planting rhododendrons, it is important to select a variety that is winter hardy for your plant hardiness zone, based on the USDA plant hardiness zone map. The Chicago region is … amended with large amounts of organic matter. A soil pH of 6 or greater, which is very common for the Chicago area, will need to be acidified by adding sulfur annually. No sulfur should be …
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