… humidity and less frequent water than many other epiphytic orchids. Lady-of-the-night orchid is generally found in lowland tropical forests or mangrove swamps, growing on trees or on exposed … tubular lower petal. The lip may have purple or dark red spotting inside the tube. B. nodosa is a very easy orchid to grow, adapting to a wide range of conditions in cultivation. The orchid … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals, often …
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… Platanus occidentalis (American sycamore, eastern sycamore, buttonwood or buttonball tree) is generally regarded to be the most massive tree indigenous to eastern North America. It is a deciduous, usually single-trunk tree that typically grows to 75-100 feet (less frequently to … tulipifera ) may reach similar heights, its trunk diameters are generally smaller. Sycamore is native to lowland areas, typically reaching its largest size along streams, rivers and flood …
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… native of Japan, Neofinetia falcata was the favorite orchid of the ruling shogun. The orchid is named after Achille Finet (1862-1913), a French botanist who studied the orchids of Japan and … could only be grown by samurai warriors, which led to its common name, the samurai orchid. It is believed to have been the first orchid ever grown in Japan as a houseplant in the 1600s. The … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- …
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… fertilizers, mycorrhiza, and root health. Maximizing growth and maintaining tree health is key to creating quality bonsai. March is a great time to repot, so bring a tree in for repotting; soil will be made and provided for …
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… She became a Carillonneur member of the Guild of Carillonneurs in North America in 2020 and is currently studying with Eddy Mariën at the Royal Carillon School in Mechelen, Belgium. She has … in Belgium, Canada, Japan, the UK, and the US. When she’s not playing carillon, Elisa is a researcher of rare books and currently holds a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of …
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… The Alloy Horn Quartet is a fusion of artistry and advocacy whose appealing performances are charming audiences from the … to the backyard party. Equally comfortable in classical and contemporary genres, the quartet is at ease sharing its passion for music through exceptional performing and charismatic dialogue …
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… Capture a moment’s impression on paper with color, style, clarity, and character. This class is an introduction to sketching landscape elements freehand in a spirit of casual, carefree … will learn fundamentals and discover techniques to create effective conceptual sketches. Lunch is included. A supply list and map will be sent with confirmation. R. Thomas Selinger, registered …
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… Q: When is the best time of year to plant garlic? Can I plant whole heads purchased at the grocery store? … Chicago region. Purchasing bulbs from the grocer that are not sold specifically for planting is not recommended as those varieties are not reliably winter hardy in our region. Garlic heads …
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… that float above shiny, mint-scented leaves. A great front-of-the-border plant, calamint is deer resistant and drought tolerant. “It blooms for an incredibly long time and is a favorite of many pollinators. No garden should be without it,” said Jill Selinger, manager …
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… in France in 1929. The white fir withstands city conditions better than any other fir and is more resistant to heat and drought. It is one of the best firs for the Midwest. …
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