… butterfly weed. It is native to our Illinois prairies and an outstanding sun-loving perennial for our gardens. …
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… plus an annual rest period and a periodic trim to keep them in shape, they can grow happily for years. …
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… than 2 feet with full sun and well-drained soil. Like other butterfly bushes, it is a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds that are attracted to its fragrance. Also like other …
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… boxwood are native to Eurasia and North Africa, but its cultivars (like Pullman) are hardy for this climate. 'Pullman' grows to about 7 feet high in full sun to partial shade and moderate …
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… perennials from rabbits and other underground pests. Once it starts growing, watch out for slugs. Protect this tall plant from hungry deer, because it is a member of the lily …
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… poke a hole in the bottom of the wrapping paper to make sure the soil drains after watering for the longest indoor displays. …
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… This familiar yellow foxglove is a favorite for cottage gardens and perennial borders. A refined, shorter species, Digitalis lutea has rough …
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… adapted to Midwestern soils and climate. Can be used as a perennial addition to the garden or for a seasonal burst of color in large containers and flower beds. Pollinators can't stay away …
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… shrub. Bluish-green leaves change to a variety of yellow and red shades in the fall. For success in the Chicago region, the garden soils must be modified to provide an acidic pH with …
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… conditions and is clay-tolerant. The plant is ideal as a specimen or as a hedge is suitable for espalier treatment. …
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