… are produced on up to 25 major stems on this 6-foot-tall sunflower that will bloom year-round and produces very little pollen. This plant is excellent in the garden (goldfinches love sunflowers) or as a cut flower for the florist trade. Plant it in full sun, and moderately fertile and moist soils. …
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… This mat-forming perennial grows to a height of only 8-12 inches in full sun to partial shade and with dry to moderate soil. From late spring to early fall it blooms repeatedly with blue, lavender, and purple flowers. A native of Croatia, this plant is useful in a border or rock garden. The bell-shaped flowers attract bees and butterflies. …
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… Plant 'Twisted Yellow' in full sun after the danger of late frosts has passed in average soils and water to establish the root system and thereafter only during periods of drought. This plant is pest and disease resistant. …
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… This clump-forming perennial produces showy blue flowers that attract butterflies in May and June. It reaches a height of 2 feet under full sun and in dry-to-medium moisture conditions. This native of the mountains of southern Europe makes an ideal component for a mixed border. Mountain bluet is free of debilitating pests and diseases in the Chicago region. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… One of summer’s delights is a visit from a ruby-throated hummingbird. Learn about these special guests and how to attract them to gardens during their warm-season residency. Migration, plant selection, eco-friendly gardening practices, nesting, supplemental feeding, and citizen science will be discussed. Pam Karlson, artist, certified professional gardener and …
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… Learn the techniques and principles of photography. You will explore the basics of photography, including image composition rules, how the camera works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. FPC requirement Jack Carlson, …
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… This Asian native is familiar as a ground cover in partial- or full-shade areas. It grows to 1 feet in height and spreads to an area of 1½ feet. It remains green through the winter and blooms with small white flowers in early spring. It will spread rather quickly and should be …
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… Bennett’s Contorted white pine has long, thin, blue-green needles and furrowed bark. However it is the bare, contorted and somewhat weeping branches that provide strong sculptural interest and make it a striking …
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… Explore the Forest Preserves of Cook and Lake Counties, home to diverse wildlife and native plants. Learn techniques for capturing nature’s beauty of the woodlands, meadows, and marshes while hiking scenic trails. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=12 hours FPC …
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… green leaves on this non-hardy bulb ideal for use as a bedding plant in northern climates and as a perennial in USDA zone 7 and warmer. Full sun and adequate moisture during the growing season in well drained soils are important. In naturalized settings, a drier dormancy is required. …
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