… red. The plant grows 6 feet tall and prefers full sun and moist, well- drained soil. It is most effective when grouped into large drifts and makes an excellent ground cover for parks, highway medians, prairie gardens, and perennial beds. The genus Andropogon contains … they are starting to make a comeback in restored prairies and home gardens. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Hellebores or Lenten roses are prized for their flowers which appear in late winter or early spring and are often the first flowers to appear in the Chicago garden. The foliage is leathery and dark green with finger-like clusters of serrated leaflets which are evergreen … site carefully as hellebores do not like be moved or disturbed once planted. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… and the birds are attracted by the fruit. It will grow in full sun to partial shade and is not fussy about soil types or conditions. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed … home landscape due to their range of sizes and cultural adaptability. Some viburnums are noted for their fragrant flowers; most bear small fruit that may add visual interest. Many viburnums … are over 100 different varieties of viburnum at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… common name from its shiny reddish-brown bark. The primary ornamental feature of birch trees is the bark. Many of the common names of birch trees refer to the color of the bark -- white, … bark characteristic is its habit of separating into thin sheets; Native Americans used this property to harvest the bark from fallen paperbark birch trees to make canoes, bowls and … ornamental feature is the usually colorful golden fall foliage. Given their preference for cool weather and acid soil and their susceptibility to bronze birch borer infestations, birch …
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… Metasequoia glyptostroboides 'Ogon' is a smaller-statured dawn redwood with gold tints to the foliage. It is suitable for small to mid-sized home landscapes, where a full-size tree would be overwhelming. The genus … plant family as the bald cypress — as well as its deciduous foliage (unusual in conifers). This tree was first placed in the genus Taxites , based upon the fossil record (ergo the common …
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… Delve into the art and science of creating harmonious and sustainable landscapes. Building upon knowledge of landscape design principles and plant materials, you will explore the interplay among design, plant selection, placement, and partnering. Garden walks will be included. Dress for the weather. Prerequisites: Graphics and one Ornamental Plant Materials core course. The …
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… Hellebores or Lenten roses are prized for their flowers which appear in late winter or early spring and are often the first flowers to … Girl hellebore grows into a low mound about eighteen inches high and 2 feet wide. The foliage is medium green and is evergreen throughout the winter except in extremely cold locations. Flower … that are toxic to humans but makes them unappealing to deer and other wildlife. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Wim Ruitenbeek learned to play the carillon from Freek Bakker, city carillonneur of Nijkerk. In 2005, he obtained his master's … from Roel Smit. He also studied music education at the Utrecht Conservatory. Wim worked for many years as a music teacher and choral conductor. He is a regular player of the unique glass carillon in Leidsche Rijn and city carillonneur of …
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… beebalm grows to about a foot tall and 1.5 feet wide and bears fragrant rose pink flowers in the summer months from July to August. If you gently rub your finger across the leaf, you'll be … of flowers bloom in midsummer, and removing faded flowers will extend flowering. Beebalm is great for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden. It's easy to grow and adds a …
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… to a rich buttery gold. These carefree shrubs will grow in almost any soil type as long as it is not extremely dry. A bonus—deer tend to leave them alone. Meet Some of the Garden's … many forsythia species and cultivars. A cultivar is a plant developed through breeding for particular characteristics such as color, scent, size, or shape Girald forsythia ( Forsythia … is a low-growing hybrid of Forsythia x intermedia and Forsythia japonica var. saxatilis . This rugged ground-covering shrub grows to 3 feet tall by 6 to 7 feet wide. The charming …
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