… The stems have 3 branches with 9 buds on each stem. The flowers are mildly fragrant and good for cutting. Tall bearded irises typically bloom after the dwarf irises but before the Japanese and Siberian Irises. They are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds and resistant to rabbits and deer. Iris is the name of the Greek goddess of the rainbow. The classic 'Fleur de …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The dragon's head shaped-flowers can be pushed in different directions and will stay there for many hours. This particular plant is called 'Miss Manners' because it forms a clump and … of habitats. It is extremely adaptable regarding soil type, moisture, and sunlight and grows to about 30 inches high and 30 inches wide. It is well suited to rain gardens as well as other informal gardens, perennial gardens and borders. Archived Copy: …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Soft pink flowers to 1.5” across cover the dark green disease resistant foliage throughout the growing season on … fall through winter. This cultivar is completely hardy in the Chicago area without the need for mulches or other protective coverings. Ultimate height is 5’ high by 4’ wide. This cultivar … contact with the soil which can significantly increase the landscape impact of this rose due to the creation of 'daughters', each also 4' wide. Once established, the thorny canes are not …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This tree has small leaves, can attain heights of 40' to 50' and is usually rounded or oval in shape. It is a good specimen plant or shade tree, and it … or yellow. Caution! Sometimes the weedy Russian elm is marketed as Chinese elm, especially for use as hedges; make sure you have the true species, Ulmus parvifolia . The Chinese or lacebark elm possesses many fine ornamental attributes: it is resistant to Dutch elm disease, has a nice fine-textured habit and interesting bark and is tolerant of …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… reddish purple. Viburnums are a versatile genus of multi-stemmed shrubs that are well suited to the 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 …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Fall Foliage and Flowers As we move into autumn, the Garden’s floral fireworks are something to behold. Thousands of annuals are putting on a show throughout the display gardens. That’s in addition to the trees, shrubs, and vines that will soon don yellow, red, and russet cloaks. The 15-acre … and goldenrod as well as the airy seedheads of switchgrass and big bluestem. It’s time for a leisurely stroll to see the changes taking place each week. It wouldn’t be fall without …
Type: Walks
… A lot of birds migrate through the area this time of year, but I have to say warblers are my favorites. The other day, when the rain cleared and the sun came out, I … The black-and-white warblers ( Mniotilta varia ) can be seen hopping along branches looking for insects. Photo © Carol Freeman After delighting in the abundance of birds for a few hours, I slowly made my way back to my car, choosing to walk under the amazing flowering crabapple trees. Just at the end …
Type: Blog
… Botanic Garden gratefully acknowledges the institutions and individuals who share our vision for a more sustainable, inclusive, and healthy food system. Major support for Windy City Harvest programs is provided by: Anonymous donors Abbott Aetna Better Health of … Botanic Garden gratefully acknowledges the institutions and individuals who share our vision for a more sustainable, inclusive, and healthy food system. Major support for Windy City Harvest …
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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. Pink Teacups Lenten rose grows into a low mound about eighteen … spring but are protected in hotter months. The entire plant contains chemicals that are toxic to humans but makes them unappealing to deer and other wildlife. Choose your site carefully as …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Variegated Feather Reed Grass is a clumping ornamental grass that has leaf clumps growing to about 4 feet high and 3 feet wide, and vertical flower spikes growing to 6 feet high. The dark green leaves have white stripes down the middle. The purplish-yellow … clay soils, it struggles in hot humid summer climates. The flower spikes are usually retained for winter interest and the entire plant is cut back or in late winter to promote new growth. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
