… ‘Aurora’ is an initially upright then vase shaped, 10’-12’ tall shrub that grows in sun to partial shade and is noted for its early blooms, starting in February, as soon as … petals with red tints emerging from a purple-red calyx. When temperatures drop below freezing, the petals will curl up and then open again when warmer temperatures return. Large oval leaves …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The Sovereign pin oak is differentiated from the species due to its lower branches being carried horizontal to the trunk rather than drooping. Its dense branching habit in an arc of angles makes its crown appear very much like a crown. Unfortunately, due to grafting …
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… This Tricolor cultivar of the European beech features dark purplish-green leaves with irregular pinkish white and rose leaf … of the species. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech tree, which are native to temperate regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American … Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for the vast majority of cultivars used in landscaping. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collections contain three species but more than two …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… gives it a layered look. It blooms profusely with white clusters of nonfragrant flowers held in two rows along the branches in May. Fall foliage color is a reddish-purple. It will grow in full sun to partial shade and is not fussy about soil types or conditions. This cultivar was introduced …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The chestnut oak is so called because its leaves resemble those of the chestnut tree. This native oak can be found in the rocky dry ridges in the Appalachian region. A member of the white oak group, the chestnut … The genus Quercus includes more than 600 species of the oak tree, of which 90 are native to North America; the Chicago Botanic Garden's collection contains more than 60 varieties and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Buccaneer palm is native to seacoast areas throughout the Caribbean, from Florida and Mexico down to Central America. Like … most palms, and survives tougher conditions. It's notably wind-resistant - an important asset in the Caribbean - and highly salt tolerant. Those survival skills make Buccaneer palm easy to …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Lemon beebalm is a North American native plant that grows to around 2 to 3 feet high and 12 inches wide. It bears lavender, pink, or white lemon-scented flowers during July and August; removing dead flowers will extend the flowering. Beebalm grows in sunny or partially shady areas. If you gently rub your finger across the leaf, you'll be …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… ‘Lucky’ is an herbaceous peony with rich red blossoms tipped with yellow in the center. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid-, and late. ‘Lucky’ is a midseason bloomer. It grows to 32 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home garden for their multi-season interest -- be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark -- and their range of forms from small trees to suckering shrubs. The dominant display, however, varies among the species. Dogwoods are native …
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… New! Immerse yourself in the scents, textures, sounds, and even tastes of the Sensory Garden. As you explore the … blooms, feel varied bark surfaces, hear rustling leaves, and sample edible plants. Dress for the weather. Bridget Kiernan, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at Sensory Garden …
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