… From midwinter to early spring it produces inconspicuous green and red blooms. This vine is a specimen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Take a deep breath, and feel the love Is it possible to breathe in … love? We think so. The heady scents that flourish at the Chicago … traveling directly to our brain’s limbic system, which controls emotion and memory. Which is why smelling a particular perfume can stir romantic passion or a whiff of gardenias may reconnect us to a chapter from our past. “Scent is so personal,” said Alex Schneider, coordinator of Visitor Events & Programs at the Garden. “It …
Type: Blog
… planting bulbs. In an April Smart Gardener , our headline read: " Plan Now, Plant Later ." Now is time to "plant later"—put your planning steps into practice as you commence planting the … you documented last spring, and ask yourself two questions about potential daffodil sites: Is there enough light? Daffodils need at least six hours of full sun, as befits such open, … root systems, as there won't be enough soil for bulbs to grow and thrive. Speaking of soil, is the potential planting spot well drained? Daffodil bulbs—like any bulb—can rot in soil that's …
Type: Plant Info
… The Chicago Botanic Garden’s online photography class is a virtual experience you can take anywhere! New! Photography and photo-based practices are … Digital SLR or mirrorless cameras are mandatory. Good knowledge of photo editing software is a plus. FPC fundamental course, fine art track or master track requirement option Lilit …
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… Q. Is it possible to grow a bay-leaf tree inside the house? A. Under the right circumstances, a bay … for bay seasoning. During the winter, a bright spot with a few hours of direct sunlight a day is best. Water very sparingly in winter and let the potting mix dry out before watering again. …
Type: Plant Info
… frost and, when picked, should have between 1 and 2 inches of stem attached. Since a gourd is 90 percent water, it is necessary for that water to evaporate through the stem. They can be washed in soapy water, …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. I had problems with grubs in my lawn this summer. Is there anything I can do this fall, or should I treat the lawn next summer? A. Chemical … tunnel deeper in the soil, putting them out of reach of most products. An alternative choice is to treat the damaged areas with imidachloprid in mid-July of next year. Always water the turf …
Type: Plant Info
… What’s the best remedy for controlling this pest? A. An advanced infestation of whitefly is very difficult to control. When bringing a new plant into your house in the future, inspect it … soap can help. Placing bright yellow sticky traps (either purchased or made at home) is a good method for catching the adult whiteflies. Some gardeners have had success by spraying …
Type: Plant Info
… a small, upright spreading tree with a dense, rounded crown or a large multi-stemmed shrub. It is easy to grow in moist, rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade and performs well in … an unusual specimen tree or shrub; its light green leaves turn yellow. Compact Amur maple is a small deciduous tree that grows 6-8 feet tall and 8-10 feet wide with light green leaves …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This cute little sea urchin is a cactus native to Catamarca province in northern Argentina. It starts as a flattened globe … with spines. This plant does not like to be touched! In its native habitat, this species is accustomed to long, hot, dry periods with occasional cloudbursts. It can take temperatures …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
