… Green Fix on a Winter Day View Greenhouse Hours Where do gardeners go to satisfy their plant cravings when the weather outside is less than perfect? Within minutes, a walk through the Garden’s Greenhouses can transport anyone needing a “green fix” to a semitropical, tropical, or desert environment, filled with specialty plants that flourish in …
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… As gardeners use the winter months for much-needed planning, they might want to consider the delicious bramble and berry plants. Brambles Brambles are those tasty, colorful delights of early summer and fall. The genus Rubus is divided into many species that include raspberries, blackberries, dewberries, and … are either summer-bearing or everbearing. Even in Chicago, where the temperature can drop to minus 25 degrees Fahrenheit, these shrubs are still hardy; and naturalistic gardeners choose …
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… the top piece of newspaper moist by spritzing it with water. Worms need a moist environment to thrive and this sheet will reduce water loss and create a barrier between the food and the … the top paper and bedding and add the food on one side. Cover the food with bedding, again to reduce pests. Adding food on only one side will make it easier to know when and how fast the … explore a new place without drying out. Think of it as worms vacationing! Unfortunately, it is a risky venture, because a hungry robin may be lurking or they may not get back underground …
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… Tram tour, the Model Railroad Garden, Butterflies & Blooms, and Tuesday Morning Music. To participate, R.S.V.P. to Beth Dunn . …
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… This specimen palm grows to a height of 12 feet with partial to full shade and moist soil conditions. It has red-orange blooms from July to October. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… spikes originating from the growing tip of the cane (pseudobulb). This section of Dendrobium is known for having small black hairs on the undersides of leaves and the canes. Grow in bright light, high humidity, water frequently during the growth phase (summer) and reduce to merely keeping the roots moist in winter. The orchid family consists of a large number of … and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semitropical or tropical environment (USDA …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Neon Valley reed stem epidendrum ( Epidendrum 'Neon Valley') is a small, bright-orange-flowered orchid of the Epidendrum genus with a yellow blush to the lip. Tolerant of a wide range of growing conditions, epidendrum orchids can be found in … and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semi-tropical or tropical environment (USDA …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The upper petals of this orchid are narrow and dark burgundy, with light yellow tips. The cup is canary yellow with a basal blotch of crimson. Sometimes called "dancing lady orchids," this genus adapts to home cultivation if it receives bright light, humidity, and very well-drained soils. The … and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semitropical or tropical environment (USDA …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… in height. Full sun, warm but not hot temperatures, humidity, and well-drained soil are key to a homeowner's success with this plant. The size makes this orchid ideal for windowsills. The … number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- … and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semi-tropical or tropical environment (USDA …
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… ecology, and history of Illinois prairies. Juras explored the Chicago area and beyond to discover—and rediscover—a vision of an ecosystem that has virtually vanished in North America. … re-creations—take the viewer on a journey of prairie landscapes from the Wisconsin border to the southern end of the state. This body of work continues Juras’s exploration of natural … ecology, and history of Illinois prairies. Juras explored the Chicago area and beyond to discover—and rediscover—a vision of an ecosystem that has virtually vanished in North America. …
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