… on. But things are changing. To see what's happening in today's gardens, one has only to visit the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden, where traditional … Throughout the demonstration gardens, you can see how vegetables, fruits, and herbs are grown for their ornamental beauty as well as for their taste. Flowers are grown to be eaten, as well as … eggplants would be grown for their vibrant color as well as for their taste? Color is the big news in vegetables these days, and the catalogs offer some real surprises. There are white …
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… an island paradise! Learn all about Hawaii with travel information and themed seminars, and visit the Esplanade to make a fresh flower lei. Dine in the Garden Café and get a taste of the …
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… broods is right around the center of Illinois—so Northern Illinois is part of the territory for Brood XIII, which also shows up in parts of Wisconsin, Iowa, Indiana, and Michigan; they last … favor the big easy meal of a cicada over their normal tiny insect meals. Are people and pets safe? (Yes!) Witnessing the mass emergence and cicada activities might seem a bit eerie, but it’s … online. They do not bite or sting and won’t hurt you or your pets in any way. Are plants safe? (For the most part, yes!) Adult cicadas can damage small tree branches and feed on plant …
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… learned this the hard way. Bee keepers always make sure there is a wide variety of flowers for their bees to visit, in addition to Rhododendrons, to avoid any issues with toxicity. …
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… learned this the hard way. Bee keepers always make sure there is a wide variety of flowers for their bees to visit, in addition to Rhododendron plants, to avoid any issues with toxicity. …
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… and other creatures. And they serve all of us, too. A meadow—no matter what size—is a place for relaxation, play, nature observation, stormwater capture, and much more. And meadowscaping … milkweed, goldenrod, and many others provide showy blossoms and a source of nectar and pollen for butterflies, bees, and other insects. When they’re combined with native grasses, like little … to call it, this natural garden style is not only trending and sustainable, it’s here to stay. Visit Immerse yourself in Evening Island , which sits between the formality of the English Walled …
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… Violette' and the wine red 'Madame Julia Correvon'. Most clematis varieties require a support for their best display. Growth is rapid in late spring and early summer, and gardeners must be … to protect against rabbits and lawn mowers. As the vine grows, it requires sunny conditions for best flowering. As you visit the Garden this summer, take note of the many clematis varieties. The Garden's Plant …
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… insects, and more over the decades. A few holes in the trunk have served as nesting sites for generations of woodpeckers, chickadees, and other birds. Oaks are long-lived native trees … guide to trees in winter is a lovely companion, but the Garden’s plant tags offer help if you visit without one. There are many ways to appreciate winter outdoors . Take a walk to the … Japanese Garden, where the pines are symbols of long life that create living sculpture. Or visit the 100-acre McDonald Woods, filled with oaks and a forest floor laden with acorns. The …
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… in early. One of my winter projects is to get started on crop planning. Make a spreadsheet for the crops you want to grow in order to keep track of your planting dates. I’ve wanted to so … you want to grow and glue them to cardboard to lay out your garden beds. You can do the same for annuals you want to plant in your containers. Our website includes tips for planning … morning. Hilgenberg doesn’t plant the most tender “heat-loving” plants until June 7 to play it safe. Once you have a crop plan, you can start preparing an indoor growing space and gathering …
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… tips make the work easier, are less expensive than traditional techniques, and are healthier for your garden. The Basics The dirt on roses. The first step to ensuring gorgeous roses is … and return nutrients. Select a mulch type that is acidic if possible. Choose a sunny spot for your roses; they should receive at least five to six hours of direct sunlight daily—the more, … varieties are still with us for a reason…they withstand the test of time and are usually a safe bet. Coming Up Roses at the Garden The Chicago Botanic Garden has evaluated different shrub …
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