… October 1 and 2 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Enjoy a weekend with the Hawaiian Islands on October 1 and 2 as the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Island is transformed … Learn all about Hawaii with travel information and themed seminars, and visit the Esplanade to make a fresh flower lei. Dine in the Garden Café and get a taste of the Hawaiian Islands. One lucky winner will win a trip to Hawaii! Demonstration …
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… Our ghost orchid—a star at London’s Chelsea Flower Show and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew—was set up for success by an international conservation team. The … on a global stage in London? An international team of orchid experts would work with us to get the rare plant to the Royal Horticultural Society’s Chelsea Flower Show in late May. At … orchid had come from the Chicago Botanic Garden. In the end, everything worked out for the best. The ghost orchid captivated an audience at Chelsea and another one at Kew. And the Orchid …
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… Q. How can I extend the life of cut flowers that I receive for Valentine’s Day? A. Preparing cut flowers properly … Make sure the vase is clean and free of any soap residue. Add a commercial preservative to the vase and immediately fill it with warm water in order to dissolve the granules thoroughly. It is important to add a preservative that is …
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… Q. What are the current guidelines for planting trees and shrubs in the fall? A. Many trees and shrubs can be … The warm soil and the return of autumnal rains provide good conditions for woody plants to establish their root systems before going dormant. Trees and shrubs that are already balled … and should be planted no later than October 1, or in the spring. Marginal ornamental trees are best planted in spring. They include: Japanese maples, kousa and flowering dogwood, redbud, …
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… Q. What plants should I use in a rooftop garden? A. There are a number of things to consider when thinking about planting a rooftop garden. These considerations include cost of installation, maintenance, as well as the type of roof and load-bearing structure. Planting in containers may be a simple, economical …
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… If you're wandering around the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden this fall, you may stumble upon Cinderella's coach. The … 100 to 120 warm days, depending on the variety. They don't like their roots disturbed, so it's best to sow the seeds directly in the ground. But they're also very tender and will fail or rot … squash or your zucchini (or your neighbor's). Buying new seeds each season is the best way to make sure you get what you expect. Beth Botts is a garden writer and speaker who lives …
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… Summer is a social time, filled with friends, family, and sunshine—but what if you want to slip away on your own? A growing body of research shows that solo trips outside, away from your everyday life, can calm the mind and allow you to de-stress. We’ve got tips on how to find moments of peace and … your thoughts Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center Green Roof Garden To get away from it all, head to our Green Roof Garden on the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant …
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… Phosphorus is a component of most fertilizers that helps plants to grow. When too much is applied or is applied at the wrong time—such as right before it rains—most of it is washed away and ends up in the local waterways. This type of pollution is called nonpoint source pollution. It causes …
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… Q. I would like to grow some unusual bulbs in containers this summer. What are the basic guidelines to ensure good growth? A. Late winter or …
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… Q. What should I do to prepare my gardening tools for winter storage? A. After raking the last leaf and tossing the … over the winter can deteriorate and damage the machine. Finally, store your tools and machines in an enclosed space, protected from rain and snow, and separated to prevent damage from …
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