… oak gets its common name because the cup on its acorn almost entirely covers the nut, which is relatively unusual for oak trees. Acorns mature annually. The overcup oak is native to the … to North America; the Chicago Botanic Garden's collection contains more than 60 varieties and over 1,000 individual trees. Twenty oak species are native to Illinois. Oaks are slow … acorns take two years to mature (biennial). Oaks are often imposing shade trees at maturity and provide habitat and food for a variety of wildlife. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Peace hybrid tea rose ( Rosa 'Peace') grows up to 6 feet high with full sun and moderate moisture. From mid-June through mid-October this beautiful rose produces fragrant pink, yellow, and white blooms that attract butterflies. Its size works well toward the back of the flower … of France just before that country was invaded by Germany during World War II. In Italy it is known by the trademark name Gioia (Glory) and in Germany as Gloria Dei (Glory of God). It was …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 'Apothecary's Rose' isn't just a heritage rose.Iit's historic. It was cultivated by the Greeks and Romans for medicinal purposes. It was one the most often represented in Renaissance art. In England's War of the Roses, it was the red rose of the house of Lancaster. And by the 19th century, it was credited with so many medicinal virtues that apothecaries planted … a very deep pink with a prominent center of yellow stamens. The flush of bloom in early summer is bountiful, but like all old roses, it doesn't repeat. It's extremely healthy and tough...in …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Chinese cork oak is native to east Asia. It is notable for its thick, furrowed bark that can be harvested … to North America; the Chicago Botanic Garden's collection contains more than 60 varieties and over 1,000 individual trees. Twenty oak species are native to Illinois. Oaks are slow … acorns take two years to mature (biennial). Oaks are often imposing shade trees at maturity and provide habitat and food for a variety of wildlife. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… New England aster is one of the most wide-spread and recognizable native asters, found in all but the warmest and coldest areas of North America. It grows 2 to 4 feet tall, and starts blooming in August, …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: The Garden's lone swift species is exclusively seen flying overhead in small groups while chasing insects. In the evening, they dive into open chimneys where they roost and nest. …
Type: Birding
… <p>Korean cultivar is similar to 'Red Pygmy' but with narrower, straplike lobes. The young leaves are light red, becoming dark red for the summer and holding their color well.</p> …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This clump-forming perennial needs partial shade and moderate moisture conditions to reach a height of 18 inches. From March to June it produces blue blooms. It is a specimen in a border. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Native to Baja, California, this is an evergreen climbing vine that needs full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. From May to December it produces attractive yellow flowers. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This evergreen shrub grows to a height of 3 feet with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It produces showy fruit that attracts birds. Resistant to deer, it is a specimen in a hedge. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
