… Aechmea 'Frappuccino' is a colorful bromeliad grown for both its foliage and spikes of red flowers that are tipped with yellow. The dark green … rhizomes, tubers, corms, or bulbs (including offsets). Drought-tolerant, it is well suited for xeriscaping. With average water needs, it should be watered regularly but not overwatered. …
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… the stairs and over the paths of the Dwarf Conifer Garden, led by the horticulturist who cares for this space. Observe new spring growth and cone production. Learn about some of the unique … Discover the fragrance, shapes, and textures that make this a four-season garden. Dress for the weather. Francisco Manrique, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at the Dwarf …
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… that commands attention with an abundant display of large slightly fragrant flowers that lasts for about six weeks. Semi-double hot pink flowers grow in clusters of three. It makes a great background plant, but isn't common in trade since many homeowners opt for more compact rose varieties. This cultivar was introduced in 1979 by Louis Stoddard. We …
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… Discover exceptional ornamental grasses for all types of garden situations, sun and shade, wet and dry, formal and informal, and … cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Botany 1 suggested. The School’s CEUs=6 hours OPC elective Jill …
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… teeth along their edges that form rosettes. These rosettes slowly spread over time to create a small mound. This species of aloe is grown primarily for its small size and ornamental foliage; however, in mid-winter, it produces flowering spikes up to 6 inches in height that feature orange flowers shading to yellow and green toward the tips. …
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… annual. Plant this cosmos in full sun and water sparingly once established. Deadhead flowers to promote continuous flowering and allow the last blooms of the season to set and disperse seed to provide seedlings for the following year. This plant doesn't perform well if crowded or fertilized/watered too …
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… Leopard’s bane is a perennial which originated in and has been growing in gardens for hundreds of years. ‘Little Leo’ grows 9- to 12-inches tall and produces semi-double yellow daisylike flowers from March through June and 6-to 8-inch long heart-shaped leaves. They are easy to grow in full sun or partial shade and …
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… blooms in spring and early summer with yellow flowers that face upward. Plant it in full sun to part shade. It is native to central and southern Europe in alpine meadows and is hardy to -30 degrees F. In traditional Austrian medicine the roots have been used as a tea for the treatment of rheumatism, gout, infections, and fever. …
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… Thoughtful processes are key steps in learning to identify, then capture, an impressive and artistic image as an intermediate photographer. Use lead lines, selective manual focus, and appropriate aperture settings to enhance your photos. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or the consent of the instructor. …
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… are a favorite of bees. Plant the yellow coneflower in full sun, and water it just enough to establish a deep root system. Allow seeds to ripen and disperse naturally to provide for future generations in your garden. …
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