… Pure white petals surround the orange disk of fertile flowers on this coneflower adapted to Midwestern soils and climate. Can be used as a perennial addition to the garden or for a seasonal burst of color in large containers and flower beds. Pollinators can't stay away …
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… clusters from near the tips of the stems on this attractive shrub. Bluish-green leaves change to a variety of yellow and red shades in the fall. For success in the Chicago region, the garden soils must be modified to provide an acidic pH with good drainage while still maintaining the soils' ability to retain …
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… Discover invaluable techniques for advance food preparation in this hands-on cooking class. Practice knife skills of mincing and dicing. Learn to make and serve vegetable-focused appetizers such as savory mushroom toasts, jalapeño cheddar …
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… tips of the thick fleshy leaves. This diminutive groundcover spreads slowly over time making for an exquisite mat. Grow in full sun in well drained soils and avoid excessive water to prevent rotting of the stems and foliage. …
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… of lawn care. Using the Garden’s holistic turf-management program as a model, explore how to cultivate a thriving lawn while lessening pesticide use. Topics covered include turf culture, … mowing, aerating, watering, fertilizing, weeding, and insect and disease control. Dress for the weather. Tom Fritz, plant health care specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden Classroom 4, …
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… plants every year. Take a behind-the-scenes tour of the greenhouses and nursery. Be the first to see the spring annuals for the 2026 display beds, hanging baskets, containers, and hanging hayracks, plus preview the …
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… accented with pale blue fruit. Plant in full sun and well-drained soils and provide room for it to spread. Bagworms can be problematic if it is planted in large masses, or under the …
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… Leptodermis is a dwarf, mounding, deciduous shrub from northern China that typically grows to only 12-18” tall and about two feet wide making it perfect for a low hedge or as a component of a mixed border. …
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… works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. FPC requirement Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer Plant Science …
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… Native to Texas and Northern Mexico, ‘Furman’s Red’ is a shrubby perennial sage that reaches 2 – 3 feet … and well-drained soil, is deer resistant, and attracts birds, butterflies, and hummingbirds. For a stunning display, combine with silver foliage and yellow blooms. …
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