… Ivory Towers false indigo is notable for the striking contrast between its ivory white blooms and its deep purple stems. This cultivar is one of the Towers series of baptisias developed by Plant Delights Nursery in North Carolina. … as wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms …
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… Vanilla Cream false indigo is notable for its compact habit and soft yellow buds that open to creamy blooms on 10" spikes. It is part of the DECANDENCE® series of Baptisia . Members of the genus Baptisia are commonly known … as wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… spring flowers, beautiful fruits in late summer, and outstanding reddish-purple fall color. It is the most extensively planted cotoneaster in the Chicago Botanic Garden's collection. This shrub is a Chicagoland Grows® selection. Chicagoland Grows® is a plant introduction partnership of the Chicago Botanic Garden, the Morton Arboretum and the …
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… Buy Tickets Advance: $25 members/$30 nonmembers Day-of: $30 members/$35 nonmembers Parking is per car; free for Garden members By purchasing tickets for this event, you agree to terms and … The event also will feature live music and demonstrations. Tequila, Mexico’s national drink, is an alcoholic spirit made in central Mexico from the distilled sap of Agave tequilana 'Weber's … plant — so they began distilling it. The most pronounced difference between mezcal and tequila is that mezcal offers a bold, smoky flavor, a result of roasting the agave before distillation. …
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… within the Chicago Botanic Garden, an unsettling hush blankets the surroundings. The air is crisp, and the vibrant colors of the foliage at first creates a tranquil atmosphere. But as … continue walking, the crunch of gravel beneath your feet becomes irregular, as if someone else is walking beside you, matching their footsteps to yours, but always a fraction of a second … startles you, and you whirl around, heart racing. Yet, there's no one in sight. The tap is a whisper of Kodama's presence. Then, there are moments when the air seems to shimmer with an …
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… Voilá! More plants! Although several perennials can be divided in late summer, spring is a good time for this task. That’s because temperatures are cool and the soil is usually moist. Dividing perennials in spring also allows the roots to become well established … entire plant with a fork or spade. Hostas are among the easiest perennials to divide. This is a task for late April and May, when the leaves are just a few inches tall. A spade with a …
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… This class is for homeowners and beginning gardeners who want a more hands-on landscape design class. Val …
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… New! Learn to capture the brilliant colors of autumn with gouache. Gouache is an opaque water media perfect for the bright colors of fall leaves and foliage. Some supplies …
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… and other specialty bulbs. Members are encouraged to come and shop before the Fall Bulb Sale is open to the public. …
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… Chive ( Allium schoenoprasum ) is an easy-to-grow, edible member of the Alliaceae family. Smaller, globe-shaped, purple flowers …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
