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  • … of experience of the horticultural therapy staff, the Buehler Enabling Garden is a model site for programs that foster a direct experience with nature. Additional educational offerings at the Garden include intensive study tours, workshops for special-education teachers, and continuing education for heathcare providers.  Garden planting and maintenance is provided by the Garden coordinator … of experience of the horticultural therapy staff, the Buehler Enabling Garden is a model site for programs that foster a direct experience with nature. Additional educational offerings at the …
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  • … As the Earth changes faster than life can keep up, scientists seek biodiverse possibilities for the future. The greenhouse, called the “Gleanhouse,” celebrates the crucial role seed banks … multicolored clusters of poles. The dispersal and crossbreeding of rare plants gives rise to more genetically diverse—and thus more resilient—plant populations into the future. … multicolored clusters of poles. The dispersal and crossbreeding of rare plants gives rise to more genetically diverse—and thus more resilient—plant populations into the future. …
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  • … Pale pink flowers flush to bright reddish purple at the tips. each flower features a rich reddish brown 'eye' surrounded … patio during growing season. Grow in very well drained media and water every couple of days to moisten the roots. In summer fertilize with liquid feed to keep the leaves from burning in the direct sun, and to build up energy for flowering. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique …
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  • … Baja daylily has large,deep red blossoms with a yellow throat fading to green. It blooms early to mid season, and often reblooms. With petals that curve back gently, it attracts butterflies. … several stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant may continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. The American …
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  • … Leading Lady Lilac beebalm grows to around 1 feet high and 2-3 feet wide and bears fragrant pale lilac flowers in the summer months from July to August. If you gently rub your finger across the leaves, you'll be pleasantly surprised by … flowers bloom in midsummer, and removing faded flowers will extend flowering. Beebalm is great for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. It's easy to grow and adds a …
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  • … Buccaneer palm is native to seacoast areas throughout the Caribbean, from Florida and Mexico down to Central America. Like many plants native to areas with sandy or rocky soil, it's slow to … Those survival skills make Buccaneer palm easy to grow as a houseplant or a container plant for the patio. It's well-adapted to poor, fast-draining soil, erratic watering, and windy exposed …
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  • … The Large-leaf European beech is distinctive for its unusually large leaves. The foliage is deep green and somewhat glossy. A wide range of … of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech tree, which are native to temperate regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for
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  • … present in live fish and, as such, is used as an all-purpose, low-dosage fertilizer for most types of plants. It is usually found in a 4-1-1 or 5-1-1 ratio of nitrogen to phosphorus to potassium. Because of its low nutrient composition, it can be used along with other …
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  • … King Tut papryus is a type of sedge that is native to Africa where it grows along stream edges and in boggy areas. King Tut grows to about four or five feet in height and width and is cultivated primarily for the fluffy umbrella like bracts that top the otherwise bare stems. The entire plant is a …
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  • … Threadleaf coreopsis ( Coreopsis verticillata 'Golden Shower') grows up to 24 inches tall by 18 inches wide and is known for its bright golden-yellow flowers, interspersed with fine, thread-like foliage. Full sun and … This cultivar is more drought tolerant than most of the other species (all of which are native to North America). It is deer resistant and attracts butterflies. Archived Copy: This content was …
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