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  • … neoregelia has brilliantly colored foliage with newer leaves being a brilliant pinkish-purple and older leaves being darker green with purple striations. Tatiana grows to about a foot tall and up to two feet wide. Neoregelias are the largest genus of bromeliads. These epiphytes are native to the rainforests of South America where they are found growing on tree branches and on rocks where they receive strong filtered light. Neoregelias are regarded as having the …
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  • … at the Garden Shop May 2 to 4. There you will find nature-inspired items, from beauty products and kitchenware to cute, cozy Garden attire.    Say it with a Gif Make her day with the beauty of … blooms by email, social, or text.   Mother's Day in Color Shower mom with color. Download a free, Garden-inspired coloring gift book.    Fairy Garden Magic Use your imagination to make a … fairy fun for all ages.   Bottle Cap Bouquets Miniature flower arrangements offer a charming and whimsical gift for mom, grandma, or anyone special.   Gifts for Gardeners One of the most …
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  • … golden yellow flowers on short upright stems cover this mounded beauty when grown in full sun and well-drained soils. In fact, it is ideal for rock or crevice gardens and dry walls. Free of most insect and diseases. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, …
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  • … Join the Ikebana International Chicago Chapter and Ikebana master Jose Salcedo as he demonstrates the art of Ikebana (the Japanese practice of … arrangement). A retired NASA software engineer, Jose Salcedo has taught both Ohara School and Ikenobo School Ikebana for over 25 years. Free; preregistration is not required Regular parking and Garden admission fees apply for …
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  • … this moderately sized perennial from summer through to the first hard frosts of fall. Native (and collected by Garden staff) from mountain meadows in the Republic of Georgia this hardy perennial prefers full sun and moderately fertile, moisture retentive soils. Insect and pest free. Pollinators of all types are drawn to the flowers. …
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  • … Thornless blackberry ( Rubus 'Thornfree') offers completely thorn-free canes and black fruit that ripen late in the season. In addition to blackberries, the Rubus genus includes raspberries, loganberries, and boysenberries, which you can also see growing in the Cane Fruit beds. Archived Copy: This …
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  • … which opened in September 2016, advances the Chicago Botanic Garden's influence as a science and education institution. Since the Chicago Botanic Garden opened to the public in 1972, children and adults alike have benefitted from nature experiences throughout its 385 acres, and participated in countless plant-based programs. This year, the Garden’s legacy of learning … which opened in September 2016, advances the Chicago Botanic Garden's influence as a science and education institution. Since the Chicago Botanic Garden opened to the public in 1972, …
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  • … Be the first to see The Orchid Show: Feelin’ Groovy Rewind to the ‘60s and ‘70s at The Orchid Show: Feelin’ Groovy where 10,000 vibrant orchids are the hottest thing since bell bottoms. This event includes music, free light fare, and a cash bar. Space is limited. Buy Tickets Now …
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  • … Large burgundy flowers edged in cream are produced apically (at the growing tip) and then sequentially down the lateral buds starting shortly after mid-summer and continuing up to frost. For those with allergies to pollen this is an ideal cultivar as it is pollen free. Strong lateral stems are ideal for cutting for indoor use. …
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  • … Bright green upright fronds can reach 3 feet in length and tolerates the lower humidity's found in interiorscapes better than the more well known Boston Fern. Great plant for hanging baskets, fillers or as a groundcover in shaded frost free areas. Ideal conditions include bright shaded locations, high humidity, consistent moisture in the root zone and warm temperatures. …
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