… disk of fertile flowers from late summer into fall. Plant this black-eyed Susan in full sun and in well-drained soil and avoid excessive fertilizer, which would cause the plants to flop over. …
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… This ground cover is tougher than it looks in that it will tolerate light foot traffic. It isn’t picky about soil conditions as long as the … or stay constantly wet. It can tolerate light conditions from partial shade to full sun. In the spring it is covered with tiny white flowers. …
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… Ask any of our horticulturists to name the most important job in their gardens right now and they’ll all answer the same way: "Weeding." In this month's Smart Gardener , we take on the topic that gardeners love to hate, focusing on the top ten weeds most commonly found in gardens in the Chicago area. What is a weed? Essentially, it’s a plant that’s growing where …
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… outdoors, sow the seeds indoors four to six weeks before the usual last frost (around May 15 in the Chicago area). Use a sterile seed starting mix and any containers that will hold soil, provide drainage, and accommodate growing roots. Moisten the soil, place two seeds in the pot, and cover lightly with more soil mix. Cover the pots with clear plastic to keep the soil evenly moist and place the plants in a warm location until germination occurs. When seedlings emerge, remove the plastic and place …
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… 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 specifically formulated for cut flowers. Home brews have not proven to be effective in preserving floral arrangements. Gently remove all lower leaves that would otherwise be submerged in water. Use sharp, clean scissors, pruners, or a knife to cut each stem at an angle under warm …
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… approximately one inch of water per week. If Mother Nature does not provide this amount in a week, it will be necessary to supplement. This will need to be done as long as the plants … throughout the winter months. Be especially diligent with woody plants that are located in a sheltered area and may not receive adequate amounts of snow or rain. During periods of … and shrubs isn’t necessary unless your plants are exhibiting signs of nutrient deficiency. In this case, fertilizing is best done in the spring as the plants begin to actively grow. …
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… is essential. Dementia Friendly America was launched to help communities create these spaces. In July 2019, Glencoe became recognized as a Dementia Friendly Community. Today, Family Service … Day—a day created to support individuals living with dementia and their care partners. Offered in observance of World Alzheimer’s Month, staff from Family Service Glencoe, Glencoe Public … resources. Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee while visiting the Dementia Friendly Day tables in the Garden’s East Greenhouse Gallery in the Regenstein Center. Dementia Friendly Day takes …
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… 24 4 – 5:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Free; usual parking fees apply Click here to register in advance for this free program. Online registration for this program closes on March 24 at noon (if not sold out already). Walk-in program participants will be accommodated on a space available basis. Earthquake. Tsunami. Nuclear emergency. Dealt disaster in March, 2011, the people of Japan reacted with extraordinary dignity and resilience. One year …
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… branches. It has simple ovate leaves about two inches long that are green with a hint of blue. In May these shrubs are covered with clusters of wide-open, five-petaled white flowers, each … a stiff, dense branching structure, small, glossy leaves of fine texture, and abundant fruit in the form of small pomes, which are generally in shades of red/orange but may also be cream or black and may persist into winter. Generally …
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… color forms are featured during the Orchid Show. They require a distinct cool treatment in late fall to set flower buds for the following season. The orchid family consists of a large … the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often in dramatic and contrasting colors, and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are in native to temperate zones, most …
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