… of the year. To end our celebration, we turn back on our lights and heat, and we are thankful for this too. It can be soothing to take cues from the cycles of nature. On this winter solstice, take a moment to pause and reflect, and make a wish for the bright beautiful new year. Happy Solstice! Create your own tradition Watch the sunrise or …
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… Vibrant floor art at the Orchid Show reflects India’s beauty For thousands of years, cultures around the world have created designs on the ground. In India, … and it’s obliterated. She does it again the next day.” Johnson is creating two large rangolis for The Orchid Show: India Blooms, set beside bright blue wooden doors near Nichols Hall, …
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… Temperatures colder than that will freeze tissue and kill the roots. There are several methods for overwintering small, hardy woody plants. If you have an unheated garage, stairwell or … the plants well now, throughout autumn and even during winter thaws. Another option is to wait for several freezes and then move the containers close to the house where they will be protected …
Type: Plant Info
… against each other should be removed, since the wood will wear away and create an entry point for disease and insects. Tiny broken stems should also be removed. Roses may also be pruned at this time to create an even shape. For more information on spring rose pruning, check out our informational videos on pruning roses …
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… sound practices when dealing with insect problems, and determine your personal threshold for damage. Chemical treatments should always be considered a last option. Regular monitoring of … the least amount of beneficial insects are present. Please contact Plant Information Service for the most current chemical options recommended by the University of Illinois Extension. …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. I have a small aquatic garden in my yard. How do I get it up and operating for summer? A. Performing basic maintenance on your water feature as part of spring startup will … the pond. Please contact Plant Information at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more information. …
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… with little foliage toward the bottom of the shrub. When this happens it may be necessary for a complete rejuvenation by pruning them to within 12 inches of the ground. This should be … Lilacs respond well to this renovation; however, the plant’s bloom cycle will be interrupted for one season, maybe more. To prevent the interruption in bloom cycles, lilacs can be given a …
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… scale insects with rubbing alcohol on a cue tip. These orchids often produce kikis (Hawaiian for babies) toward the tips of the stems. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… only thornless but are often seedless or nearly seedless, thus making them preferred plants for landscape use. 'Skyline' features pyramidal growth with a central leader. It is a thornless … problems in some areas. Bagworms, plant bug, leafhopper and leaf miner may appear. Watch for spider mites. …
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… or westerly exposure. Individual Phalaenopsis flowers bloom successively and can last for weeks, providing a stunning display in the home. The orchid family consists of a large number … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
