… The Summer Snow cultivar of Japanese tree lilac is known for its abundant fragrant white blooms in late spring or early summer. It is usually trained as a single stem small tree. Members of the genus Syringa , commonly known as … Lilacs begin to set buds for the following year shortly after they finish blooming; if pruning is desired, it should be done immediately after flowering to maintain flower production the next …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… the native Potawatomi as ashosikwimia'kuk, which means "smells like muskrat scent," Echinacea is a quintessential midwestern native that dots prairies from Illinois to Virginia, and Louisiana to Georgia. This late-summer bloom is not only a popular choice of midwestern gardeners, but it's also a pollinator favorite, and a … full sun and well-drained soil. In an open, dry, sunny spot that needs to be filled in, it is a great choice. Hardy from USDA Zones 3 through 9, this perennial can grow up to 5 feet tall …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: This black-headed gull species is likely to be seen flying over the Garden in small flocks. …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look for this bird of the shrub prairie in the Dixon Prairie when it is passing through. …
Type: Birding
… This cultivar is a shorter flowering sport of Allium 'Summer Beauty' with lavender flowers at 12 inches in …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 'White Beauty' is a vigorous plant with rust-red basal ring in each white flower. Leaves have wavy margins. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… conifer needs full sun and moderate moisture conditions to reach a height of 5 feet. It is a specimen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This round tree needs full sun and moderate soil conditions to reach a height of 4 feet. It is a specimen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Q. What is the recommended procedure for overwintering annual geranium plants? A. There are several … hormone with Pelargonium cuttings. Place in a sunny window. Water only when soilless mix is dry. As plant begins to grow, pinch back growing tips to encourage bushy habit. Fertilize with … With reduced watering in winter, eliminate or greatly reduce fertilizer unless the plant is producing flowers. In that case, fertilize once a month with a dilute balanced mix. Take the …
Type: Plant Info
… when a new generation of larvae hatches underground and begins feeding on roots. There is only one adult generation per year. Damage The visible notching of leaves is rarely harmful to plants, although it is unsightly. Root feeding by the larvae causes more serious damage and in severe cases can kill …
Type: Plant Info
