… Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart' has white trumpet shaped flowers with red centers. This is a deciduous shrub or small tree that grows 8 -10 feet high and blooms in mid summer to fall. It is hardy in zones 5 – 8. Hibiscus syriacus 'Red Heart' has received the Royal Horticultural …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… linear, grayish-green leaves. It forms nice dense mounds and grows only to a foot or so. It is wonderful in the foreground of a perennial border or rock garden. One-inch diameter flowers … singles or doubles. If you pinch back after flowering, the plant will continue to bloom. This is an easy plant to grow, and no sunny garden should be without it. Lovely pink flowers, each …
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… fuzzy, tubular flowers in whorls from mid-summer through fall. A native of Africa, this plant is not hardy in the Chicago area, but it will provide a colorful annual display if planted in … the plant will grow to 3 feet in width, so a position at the back of the flower bed or border is most appropriate. The leaves are fragrant when crushed. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Lilium 'Netty's Pride is a study in contrasts, with large bicolor flowers of burgundy with white tips. The throat is greenish white and it has orange pollen. The flowers are trumpet-shaped, and up- to …
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… Hydrangea macrophylla is a deciduous shrub that grows 3-6’ tall and wide. It features dark green leaves and large … of flowers which are either lace cap or mophead in structure. Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Shamrock’ is a compact lace cap cultivar growing to 3-4’ tall and wide. Depending on soil type, it features …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Often referred to as 'mock orange', the fragrance of the flowers in late winter is exceptional. Pure white flowers produced in large clusters near the tips of the branches fade … for tightest mounded form and in average soil; water as needed. In dry climates, the foliage is prone to spider mites; it has attractive orange seeds in the fall. …
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… The paniculata species of phlox are the most magnificent and there is a huge selection to choose from. Plant 'John Fanick' in full sun in fertile moist soil where … 2 feet wide and produce striking, bicolor lavender and pink flowers from July to August. Phlox is not always an easy plant to grow but this perennial has slightly waxy leaves that hold powdery …
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… combination of a creamy white center collared in bright strawberry red, DOUBLE DELIGHT® is easy to spot from a distance. This award-winning hybrid tea rewards closer viewing with its … rich soil with good drainage, and enough space for good air circulation. Disease resistance is rated as average for this rose, so many growers recommend a regular spraying program. …
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… will observe and identify the birds surrounding or passing by the Kleinman Family Cove. This is a beginner-friendly event; all levels of experience are welcome. Seating is available at the Cove, but you are welcome to bring your own chair. Binoculars and field …
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… Forever Pink phlox is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
