… blend of yellow, peach, and pink blooming at the end of the tulip season (mid- to late May in the Chicago region) on a tall, strong stem. This cultivar is a "sport" of Tulipa 'Temple of … that is stable under vegetative propagation techniques, and most frequently represents changes in flower color. In this case, 'Temple of Beauty' has mutated a number of times and is the parent of the following …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Native to the eastern United States and Eurasia, where it is found in sunny wetland areas, marsh fern is a perennial with upright narrow fronds and deciduous light-green leaves. It spreads by rhizomes in the soil, producing dense colonies of leaves up to 2 ½ feet tall as it develops. Unlike most ferns, it prefers full sun to light shade and grows best in wet to moist surroundings and sandy acid soil. The caterpillars of the marsh fern moth …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… is adaptable to many types of soil, as long as it is moist and well-drained. It will grow in any amount of sunlight, from full sun to full shade. In full sun, plants must be kept moist to prevent scorching. Plants will have nicer foliage, though perhaps fewer flowers, in partial to full shade. After flowering declines, cut plants all the way back. This will …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… sprays of exotically shaped white flowers variously speckled with burgundy spots and tinted in lavender surround the lavender stamen and styles. Toad lilies thrive in shaded locations in soils that are continuously moist throughout the year. They are prone to nibbling by rabbits …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Growers Association of Northern Illinois formed to promote plant cultivars that perform well in northern Illinois. This grass variety was discovered among open pollinated seedlings of the species Schizachyrium scoparium at Boehm's Garden Center in Rushville, Illinois. Carousel was selected for its rounded, bowl-shaped dwarf habit, superior resistance to lodging in winter and attractive mixed fall color of copper, pink and tan. It is drought tolerant and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… plate,” mosaics incorporate a blending of color, form, and texture. This folk art can be found in many cultures and is popular today to remake a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom into … you want to work on garden art, a mirror, vase, guitar, or a table, the inspiration is endless in this creative class. All skill levels welcome. A supply list is given in the first class, but you can start collecting dishes now. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer …
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… plate,” mosaics incorporate a blending of color, form, and texture. This folk art can be found in many cultures and is popular today to remake a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom into … you want to work on garden art, a mirror, vase, guitar, or a table, the inspiration is endless in this creative class. All skill levels welcome. A supply list is given in the first class, but you can start collecting dishes now. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer …
Type: Item Detail
… plate,” mosaics incorporate a blending of color, form, and texture. This folk art can be found in many cultures and is popular today to remake a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom into … you want to work on garden art, a mirror, vase, guitar, or a table, the inspiration is endless in this creative class. All skill levels welcome. A supply list is given in the first class, but you can start collecting dishes now. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer …
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… sage, from the island of Honshu, produces broad spikes of purple two-lobed flowers late in the season, in October and November. A long stamen protrudes from the long lilac upper lobe. The lower lobe is deep purple with a white spot in the throat. The attractive foliage is arrow-shaped and coarsely toothed; as a member of the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… deciduous vine that requires partial shade to full sun and needs regular watering especially in very hot weather. ‘Amethyst Falls’ blooms from May through August producing bluish lavender racemes 8-12 inches long. Grow it on a support either in the ground or in a container. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant