… use toy bug eye viewers to get a sense of what dragonflies and bees see. But the real picture is a little more complicated. In addition to the pair of compound eyes, many insects, including … show up as three spots reflecting the flash from the camera. The Latin name for this cicada is Tibicen canicularis. “Canus” is the Latin word for dog. Why do you think he’s called the Dogday cicada?) …
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… spent flowers off of my perennials encourage more blooms? A. Removing old or spent flowers is known as deadheading. Most ornamental plants benefit from deadheading; however, newly planted … Most gardeners do it because it aesthetically looks better when dead plant material is removed, such as peonies and annual pinks ( Dianthus chinensis ). Deadheading can prevent … phlox ( Phlox divaricata ) and lupine ( Lupinus ). Another important reason to deadhead is to encourage rebloom and prolong the bloom period. Perennials such as tickseed ( Coreopsis ) …
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… Q. What can I do to attract birds to my garden in the winter? A. There is a great demand for food in winter as natural supplies decline. Do not prune plants with … that attract different types of birds. Beef suet provides a rich supply of fat and is eaten by at least 80 North American bird species. Adding cornmeal, peanut butter, or bacon grease expands the appeal to a greater variety of birds. Mix until it is the consistency of bread dough. Suet can be pressed into pinecones or cupcake baking tins. If …
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… 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 …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 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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… 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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… in July and extend into August. This plant thrives in full sun and in well-drained soils and is a pollinator magnet. Easy to grow once established, it's free of most pests and diseases. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
