… Istvan is a children’s and family musician who combines smart lyrics with catchy, rocking songs that … kids, encouraging them to sing along, dance and play—even make good choices. What adults like is the stellar songwriting as well as the humor that’s sometimes just for them. Istvan plays his …
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… By now, you’ve likely heard about the emerald ash borer and the disastrous impacts the insect is having on trees throughout our region. But how can you identify an ash tree? And what exactly is this tiny insect doing to cause such a big problem? Join us for a no-nonsense look at the …
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… This maple is also known as Acer cappadocicum var. cappacodicum or the Cappadocian Maple. It is native to Turkey, the Caucasus and northern Iran. It can grow to a height of 20 feet with a …
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… Glossy Abelia RUBY ANNIVERSARY™ glossy abelia ( Abelia x grandiflora 'Keiser') is a medium-sized shrub with arching twigs covered in dainty, glossy opposite leaves that are … color. The foliage slowly becomes burgundy in late fall and persists well into winter. It is evergreen in warmer climates. …
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… flowers. The samaras, or winged fruits, mature in fall and turn a rich red. Foliage is gray-green with white margins, sometimes with a hint of pink. White portions of the leaves … native to the Far East, can be grown only in very protected areas if you live in Zone 5. It is an exceptional small ornamental maple. …
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… Autumn snowflake is a bulbous perennial native to Spain, Portugal, and the Mediterranean region. It blooms in late … in spring in well-drained soil in full sun to part shade 3-4 inches deep. 'September Snow' is a selection with pure white flowers. This species was formerly placed in the genus Leucojum …
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… undersides to make a very striking addition to the flower garden or bouquet. The flower shape is classified as informal decorative by the American Dahlia Society. At maturity, the plant will reach about 5 feet in height with a spread of 2 feet or more, depending on how it is staked. Plant this dahlia in full sun, and in moderately fertile, moisture-retentive soils. …
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… In spring, Cytisus × praecox 'Allgold', also known as Scotch broom or Warminster broom, is covered with canary-yellow flowers topped with a pale yellow flag on a shrub maturing at 6 … fragrance that not everyone finds pleasant. Not reliably hardy in the Chicago area, this plant is also noted for its tolerance of salt spray and poor, acidic soils. The very small leaves are …
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… Albadura grapeleaf anemone is a delightful late summer and early fall perennial. A mound of large maple-like leaves in … 3.5 feet tall, topped with white flowers with a blush of pink. In the center of each flower is a pale green disk surrounded by a ring of yellow stamens. The flowers are slightly smaller …
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… shade to shade where the graceful plumes add a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds while resistant to rabbits and deer. This is an excellent cut flower. After the blooms have died, the stalks with the dried seed heads are …
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