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  • … produce purple, pink, salmon or yellow flowers. Lewisias come from high mountain areas known for exceptionally well drained soils. Plant high in very well drained soils and try to keep water …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … stems, earning it the common name of burros tail. Grow in full sun and don't overwater for best results. …
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  • … This popular interiorscape plant is grown for the large exotic umbrella shaped leaves consisting of multiple leaflets. Grows well in bright …
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  • … inhibiting weed seed germination. The rate of application as well as the timing are critical for maximum effectiveness. CGM should be applied before weed seeds germinate in the … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more detailed information. …
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  • … Sascha Jacobsen ( Trio Garufa , The Musical Art Quintet ), Alma Vieja is at once an album for tango lovers and an opening for all listeners into this magical world.           This concert is presented in collaboration …
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  • … the Garden’s local, regional, and national efforts to increase the supply of native seed for habitat restoration. I help manage the Plant Conservation Alliance Non-Federal Cooperator … designer, and content strategist—including a decade supporting government, non-profit, and for-profit conservation organizations. At the Forest Preserves of Cook County , I helped shape …
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  • …   A. Your hibiscus should be moved indoors well before the first fall frost. Check the plants for insects prior to moving them indoors.  Hibiscus commonly attract whitefly. Do not be alarmed … consistent moisture, but do not allow the plant to stand in water, which is a good practice for all houseplants. If your plant is growing in its original potting medium, it should be …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … snowfall completely covered many woody and evergreen shrubs, which reduced feeding choices for hungry deer and rabbits. Unfortunately, many evergreens, especially yews and arborvitae, are … reduced. To differentiate between snow-damaged shrubs and plants foraged by deer, check for scat and hoof prints. Although not entirely reliable, repellents may be a helpful deterrent. …
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  • … The berries weigh up to an ounce each,  making each one a two-bite snack. There's more good news. 'Jumbo' is hardy to -25, so you can be confident Chicago winters won't faze it.  And it's … part shade, though you'll get a better crop in full sun. You will need a male variety nearby for pollination.  And plan for frequent pruning and strong support...the vigorous vines are large and heavy, especially at …
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  • … like grapes.  'Hardy Red' kiwi vine is female, and that's important if you want to grow it for the fruit as well as the flowers, because you'll need a male vine for pollination. 'Hardy Red' is hardy to -25, so you can be confident Chicago winters won't faze …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant