… and pine needles (see recipe, right). “Rich in antioxidants and uplifting essential oils, pine is the perfect winter ally to awaken the senses and enhance winter wellness,” says Petter, owner … oil with marshmallow root to use for winter hydration (see recipe, right). “Marshmallow root is soothing, moisturizing, and anti-inflammatory,” she says. Tip: You can buy small amounts of dried, cut-and-sifted marshmallow root at an herbal shop or online at a site such as Jean’s Greens. Tea While gathering with family and friends, you might pick up a …
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… Friday, May 6, 2016 National Public Gardens Day is a day to honor and draw attention to our nation's public gardens. Visit the American Public …
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… Acalypha wilkesiana 'Peaches' is a subtropical -tropical shrub that can be grown as as an annual in the Chicago region. It's …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… sun and dry soil conditions. It has blue blooms in July and August. It belongs in a border and is resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… It has pink and purple blooms that attract butterflies from May through October. It is a specimen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… moisture conditions. In March and April it has white blooms. It belongs in a border and is resistant to deer. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… From late spring to early fall it produces pink and red flowers that attract butterflies. It is resistant to deer and can be a specimen in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This species, found growing on islands along the Orinoco River, is uncommon in cultivation. The flowers, measuring about 5 inches, are trumpet-shaped and bright …
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… This low-growing perennial is native to tropical Asia and Australia. It needs full sun and moist soil conditions. From …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. It has showy orange blooms year-round. It is a specimen that attracts birds and butterflies. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
