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  • … Dark purple bracts surround pinkish white flowers on this short (to 8') tall cultivar recommended for home landscape use.  Medium sized fruit can be used green or ripe (sweet).  Leaves are wider (to 3') than most banana cultivars.  Can bloom as quickly as 9 months whereas most other cultivars …
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  • … are produced on multiple stalks simultaneously on stout flowering stems. The foliage begins to grow as the flowering commences to provide a backdrop for the vivid flower color. Place flowering plants in bright light. …
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  • … This mounded perennial grows to a height of about 18 inches with full sun and moderate soil conditions. In September and October it produces showy pink and purple blooms. It’s good for a border and is resistant to deer. …
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  • … Join Steve Bailey for a captivating night exploring the mystery of owls at the Ryerson Woods Conservation Area. He … owl behavior and identification, as well as the places these fascinating birds are most likely to be seen. He may even demonstrate his world-famous barred owl call. After the discussion, Bailey will lead a walk in the woods to look and listen for these enigmatic birds. Please dress warmly, and bring along a flashlight …
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  • … Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots present fun, funky music for kids and young families. They love to make their shows an engaging, interactive experience … debut album Food! is available for digital download on iTunes. Please Note: You are encouraged to bring your own chairs as the Garden has a limited supply available each evening. …
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  • … Ovens wattle is native to the temperate regions of southeastern Australia where its nectar-rich flowers provide late winter food for birds and insects. This small tree grows to about 15 feet in height and width and is notable for its attractive green leaves and pendulous …
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  • … are covered in small, golden yellow flowers from late April into May on this cultivar selected for greater disease resistance and a more compact growth habit. This is a perfect plant for the … a flower bed and attracts a number of pollinators. Plant it in full sun and well-drained soils to avoid rot during high rainfall periods. This perennial will need to experience the cold of winter before it can initiate flowering. Archived Copy: This content …
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  • … This medium-size perennial grows 2 to 3 feet tall, with handsome, large, dissected leaves that are silvery beneath. Site this plant … pink flower heads, comprised of numerous individual flowers, are quite showy; they can last for almost a month. The deeply fringed flower seems thistly in appearance. Papery bracts around flower heads can be a conspicuous feature. Native to Asia Minor, the Persian cornflower is grown for its intriguing flowers. Archived Copy: This …
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  • … the Morton Arboretum and the Ornamental Growers Association of Northern Illinois formed to promote plant cultivars that perform well in northern Illinois. This variety was selected at Intrinsic Perennial Gardens in Hebron, IL, for its vigorous growth, compact habit, attractive foliage and profuse white blooms. It is also notable for its adaptability to a variety of light and soil conditions. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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  • … Noted for its glossy foliage, ALL THAT GLOWS™ viburnum bears vivid blue berries in the fall. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant …
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