… of the southern and eastern US where it is found in partially shaded areas with moderate to dry soil conditions. It grows to around 2 feet feet high and around 2 feet wide. This beebalm bears whitish-pink flowers with … 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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… in the number of tomatoes. What can I do? A. Tomato transplants are extremely sensitive to weather and moisture. They will often drop their blossoms if temperatures drop below 55 degrees, if there are too many heavy rains or if there are frequent dry winds. Try to resist planting tomato plants in your garden too early. The Garden recommends setting … eye on the thermometer at night. Plastic sheeting and upturned baskets are all good protection for unexpected inclement weather. …
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… Q. I am interested in cultivating moss on the sides of some of my stone garden urns to give them a natural, aged look. How do I do this? A. Since moss thrives in a shady, moist … corn oil Apply directly onto the surface of the urns and keep them in a cool, shady spot for about one month. Apply more until moss begins to grow. There are also many paints available that can lend an “antiqued” look. …
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… the pond from freezing solid. If the water surface freezes, pour boiling water over the ice to create a hole for aeration. Although hardy lilies can withstand the cold, they will die if their tubers freeze, so it is a good idea to monitor your pond constantly during extremely cold weather. …
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… Dean Tonenna will share some of the traditional botanical knowledge that has been passed on to him through his tribe, the Kootzatukadu, Native Americans who live in the Sierra Nevada … Nevada Mountains and have managed and relied upon Sierran and Great Basin plant resources for millennia. While times have changed, the Kootzatukadu continue to utilize natural resources in a traditional manner. …
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… late summer and into fall. The 3 inch flower heads have deep purple petals that have tend to slightly lighter colors towards the center. The petals have slightly rolled edges and appear velvety, held on long dark green stems that make it an excellent choice for cutting. Pollinating insects and hummingbirds love the flowers. Dahlias are not hardy in the Chicago area and need to be lifted and stored through winter. Plant in spring when danger of frost is past and stake …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Africa. At maturity, the pods are blown about by the wind and, after a period of time, begin to disintegrate, releasing the seeds. Plant this perennial (after soils have warmed in early summer) in full sun and average soil, and avoid pesticides to protect the Monarch butterfly larvae that may be feeding on the leaves. The pods are a great conversation topic in the garden and can also be harvested and dried for indoor arrangements. All parts of the plant are poisonous. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… white and very broad, while the soft pink corona is broad and bowl shaped. The corona fades to a pale pink at the rim. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own reflection. When he …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… occasional dead-heading of spent flowers. With well-branched, bushy habits, plants will grow to 28 inches tall and prefer full sun. Potted plants should be fertilized occasionally to keep up their vigor. Flowers grow in spikes reaching well above the foliage and the long, … flowers pop out of dark red-orange calyxes with a green base. The flowers provide nectar for hummingbirds. There are also pink and purple varieties. …
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… both controlled studio work and hands-on field experience around the Garden. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Access to a tripod and computer required. Dress for the weather. Nick Sinnott, Chicago Photography Classes Design Studio, Regenstein Center …
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