… Q. I would like to bring some of my patio plants indoors for the winter. Is it necessary to change the soil or repot them first? A. Most plants do not appreciate being repotted in early fall. This chore is best done in spring right before a plant begins its new growth. If your patio plants are …
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… which might explain why they are not visiting the red zinnias. Butterflies can see light that is invisible to animals, including humans. Petals of many flowers reflect ultraviolet light that … and flowers. Butterflies are more attracted to mass plantings than single specimens, which is another reason why they are visiting your zinnias. …
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… Q. Can I use manure as a soil amendment? A. Composted manure is a good organic soil amendment. While the nutrient value of composted manure can vary … it adds organic content, which can lead to improved soil structure. Good soil structure is essential for a healthy garden. Improving soil structure makes the soil easier to work, …
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… My arborvitae and smaller evergreens have bent under the weight of this winter’s ice and snow. Is there anything I should do to straighten them? A. In most cases, bent branches will slowly … bounce back. Even smaller shrubs like boxwoods and yews have a good chance of recovering. It is important to examine the shrubs for broken or split branches and to prune those back to a main …
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… wellness while contributing toward a more beautiful and humane society. Preregistration is recommended. Single-day registration is available. Members of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) can earn …
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… THIS EVENT IS CANCELED Thursday, April 20, 7 – 8 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Jill Jonnes, author and historian … Conservancy members, call (847) 835-8261 to receive the registration discount This event is cosponsored by the Garden Conservancy A celebration of urban trees and the …
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… Preziosa is classified as a mophead-type hydrangea; a compact, deciduous shrub with a rounded habit that … moist soil in partial shade and, although known among hydrangeas for its winter hardiness, is best protected with mulch and wrapped in burlap during cold winters. Plant in a sheltered …
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… Lampranthus godmaniae is a species of ice plant with 1-inch daisylike, vibrant magenta flowers that bloom in the … provides one of the most spectacular displays of bright flowers from the succulent world and is therefore widely used as either annual or perennial groundcover, as the climate allows. A …
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