… ideas. Here are some things to do now before your garden winds down. Time to Plant September is a great time to plant some types of trees and shrubs. Cooler days, warm soils, and rain or … should be planted in the spring. Be sure to ask an expert before planting. Think Ahead This is the month to start planning and planting for a spring display. Daffodils, snowdrops, crocuses, … care for a lawn. Clean the Tools We should clean our garden tools regularly—after each use is ideal—but sometimes that doesn’t happen. They definitely should be cleaned (and sharpened if …
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… planting bulbs. In an April Smart Gardener , our headline read: " Plan Now, Plant Later ." Now is time to "plant later"—put your planning steps into practice as you commence planting the … you documented last spring, and ask yourself two questions about potential daffodil sites: Is there enough light? Daffodils need at least six hours of full sun, as befits such open, … root systems, as there won't be enough soil for bulbs to grow and thrive. Speaking of soil, is the potential planting spot well drained? Daffodil bulbs—like any bulb—can rot in soil that's …
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… Explore the Krasberg Rose Garden Learn More One of the great joys in June is the opportunity to stroll leisurely through the Rose Garden, and bear witness to more than … their annual show of shows. Rosa 'Dainty Bess' hybrid tea rose Come Celebrate Your Event June is a month of celebrations — graduations, weddings, long summer days and evenings , and Father’s Day. The Rose Garden is often an integral part of these activities, and has always been a singular destination for …
Type: Walks
… are in a full flush of foliage, raindrops often bounce off the leaves, and if the shower is brief, the soil below remains dry. Think about a tomato plant or a hydrangea and how deep … and may show some damage this year. If you have a small garden, you may only need a hose that is 25 or 50 feet long. For larger gardens, there are hoses that reach 100 feet or more. Before … can buy the best plants in the world, but if your soil lacks nutrients or organic matter, or is mostly clay or sandy, the plants won’t thrive. A soil test, like a blood test, can indicate …
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… A free virtual program celebrating the language of flowers. The Language of Flowers genre is at the intersection of botany, horticulture, natural history, art, poetry, and women’s … to conserve and digitize language of flower genre editions. Collaboration: The symposium is presented in collaboration with the Caxton Club , an organization bringing together a … design and production; and to share in the joys of fine books. Partner: The Lenhardt Library is a partner in the Biodiversity Heritage Library , the world’s largest open access digital …
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… Description: This state-endangered species is rarely seen and difficult to spot. If here, this chicken-sized bird will be on a lake edge or …
Type: Birding
… Description: As its name implies, this western species is rarely seen in the Great Lakes region. It may be seen with flocks of common gull species. …
Type: Birding
… Description: The less common of two species of nuthatches seen at the Garden, it is usually seen in winter in wooded areas and at bird feeders. …
Type: Birding
… The Victory Garden is gaining ground again, 70 years after redefining gardening in America. Check out our …
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… of 6 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has white blooms year-round and is a specimen in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
