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  • … Cupped to flat white flowers are broadly edged in vermillion on this grandiflora rose that is in flower almost constantly from mid-June to the first hard frosts of mid-October. Elegant …
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  • … New! Poaching is a gentle cooking method, useful to reveal the delicate yet vibrant flavors of fish. In this …
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  • … rose growers. The slightly fragrant flowers attract a number of pollinating insects and it is interesting to watch the pollen laden bees as they work the flowers. …
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  • … techniques, pest and disease control, and effective harvesting procedures. A Garden walk is included. Dress for the weather.  Riley Finnegan, horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Fruit …
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  • … Pale beard tongue ( Penstemon pallidus ) is a native midwestern plant that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Water well the first …
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  • … of the pink family, tunic flower has tiny five-petaled flowers. This loose, airy perennial is covered with dainty pink or white flowers all summer long. A delicate sun-loving perennial for …
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  • … May to August on this spreading perennial. In warmer temperatures of midsummer the foliage is a medium green color. Plant in full sun, well drained soils and avoid wetting the foliage late …
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  • … on most other cherries. An introduction by the Arnold Arboretum in Boston, Mass., this cherry is one of the smaller types we're recommending. Nice small flowering cherry …
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  • … These give way to orange, red, and yellow apricots that attract birds (and people). This is one of the hardiest and earliest of the Prunus to flower in Chicago-area gardens. …
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  • … 'Golden Baby' is more compact, growing to only 2' in height. Plant Golden Baby goldenrod in a sunny part of the …
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