… Deep red petals are blushed with orange on this cattleya hybrid that features 3 to 5 flowers per stem. Cattleya orchids are challenging for many Chicago area gardeners because they require high quality grow lights and the ability to maintain high humidity levels in the winter. The orchid family consists of a large number of …
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… This orchid needs full sun and moist soil conditions. If taken outdoors for the summer, it may need shade from direct sunlight. From midwinter to early spring it produces purple blooms. It is not frost hardy (hardy to 50 degrees F). The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own …
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… are produced up and down the canes (pseudobulbs) of this orchid. This is a challenging plant for most homeowners to successfully maintain without the benefit of a greenhouse to control temperature and humidity throughout the year. The orchid family consists of a large …
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… Small bronzy 'dancing ladies' flowers shade to yellow in their multitudes on this cultivar that is easy to cultivate. Bright light, high humidity, well drained soil and dilute fertilization weekly after flowering will provide continuing winter bloom for years. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique …
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… Large masses of dark, pinky-purple flowers with heavy darker veining to the petals are produced toward the top of the single growing stem. Grow in bright light, high humidity, and exceptionally well-drained soil, and stake the orchid to provide support for the heavy mass of flowers in winter. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, …
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… and deconstruct the richness of color found in nature. Study will include an introduction to light and color, paint mixing, observation, and technique for depicting the natural world. Techniques in water-based media, including acrylic, gouache, and water-based colored pencils will be used to develop rich color compositions. Students will use a limited (but limitless!) palette to …
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… a botanic name derived from nectar, a drink of the gods, and skordion , garlic, you’re sure to impress your gardening friends. It’s easy-to-grow, loves the summer heat, thrives in sun in almost any soil, and is winter hardy to zero … late spring they will produce attractive white bell-shaped flowers on 30-inch stems. Watch out for the fragrance though; when bruised they produce an unpleasant aroma similar to onions. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… a botanic name derived from nectar, a drink of the gods, and skordion , garlic, you’re sure to impress your gardening friends. It’s an easy-to-grow bulb, loves the summer heat, thrives in sun in almost any soil, and is winter hardy to … they will produce attractive white and pink bell-shaped flowers on 30-inch stems. Watch out for the fragrance though; when bruised they produce an unpleasant smell similar to onions. …
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… American hornbeam, native to Illinois woodlands, attains heights of 25 to 40 feet when mature. A good choice for naturalistic gardens, in fall, the American hornbeam displays leaves of various colors, …
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… When mature, the katsura tree can reach heights of 40 to 60 feet. Its habit varies from oval to wide-spreading, making it a fine tree for a large space. The beautiful rounded leaves are evenly scalloped; they emerge reddish-purple …
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