… at the Garden, these areas and the reflections they create are ideal image subjects. Learn how to control the “speed” of moving water in a still image and manage reflections. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs= 9 hours FPC elective Jack Carlson, certified professional …
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… summer followed by yellowish fall color. Plant in any reasonably well-drained soil in full to partial sun and provide room for the plant to slowly spread by suckers. It attracts butterflies and is deer resistant. …
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… exhibit orange-brown exfoliating bark. It prefers full sun in well-drained soil and will grow to 10 feet tall by 3 feet wide in 10 years. It is extremely cold-hardy to minus 50 degrees Fahrenheit, and is appropriate for USDA zone 2. …
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… green needle like foliage in mid- spring (typically May in Chicago). This is a great plant to use in a rock garden, the front of a border or as a permanent groundcover in sunny locations; it's tolerant of most soils and relatively insect free (except for spider mites during dry periods in the summer). Pollinating insects are attracted to the flowers. …
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… world of iced tea. Sample teas and herbs, explore flavor combinations, and learn how to craft the perfect iced tea. Create your own custom blend to take home and enjoy. This fun and interactive class is perfect for both beginners and iced tea lovers alike. Joe & LaShanda Lewis, owners, The Irie Cup ITW …
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… natural beauty and unique structures that are found in the Malott Japanese Garden. Learn how to combine water, light, and shadows during photo time on the islands. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. A tripod and polarizing filter are recommended but not required. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC elective Jack Carlson, certified professional …
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… This tropical vine has been a favorite of homeowners for a century or more. Green heart shaped leaves clothe the scrambling stems and are tolerate of … these include filtered light, high humidity, moisture retentive soils and periodic showers to reduce aphid, mealy bug and spider mite populations. Easy to root in a glass of water. …
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… KOLORSCAPE® LEMON FIZZ™ Shrub Rose Deep glossy-green foliage provides the backdrop for deep yellow, semi-double flowers featuring orange stamens from mid-June to the first hard frosts in October. This rose is disease tolerant, which means that gardeners will want to select locations in full sun and moderately rich, well-drained moist soils, and with no nearby …
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… Native to the United States, this coneflower is an upright clump-forming perennial that grows in both moist and dry soils to 3 feet tall, often forming large colonies in the wild. It features orange or yellow daisy-like flowers and blooms profusely from July through October, and is well-suited for cutting. Plant in the border, prairie, or cottage garden where it will attract birds and …
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… New! Experience the bold flavors of Thailand’s street food with spice-forward curries designed for the heat of summer. In this hands-on class, learn to prepare delicious, classic dishes packed with flavor to heat up (and cool down) your summer. This cooking experience will awaken your taste buds. Meg …
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