… The Purpurascens English oak is an unusual red-leaved cultivar. Foliage emerges purple-red and … 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 … that produce fruit we all know as acorns. Within the white oak group, acorns mature annually; in the red oak group, acorns take two years to mature (biennial). Oaks are often imposing shade …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Gold bloodflower ( Asclepias curassavica 'Silky Gold') is a nonnative perennial plant that the Chicago Botanic Garden grows from seed and uses as a warm-season annual. It is a member of … milkweed ( A. sullivantii ), and swamp milkweed ( A. incarnata ), midwestern native perennials in the Garden's permanent collection. Asclepias flowers form seedpods from which seeds with silky … monarch and queen butterfly larvae, and its nectar attracts many other species of butterflies to the Garden. …
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… Salm Dyck aloe ( Aloe salm-dyckiana ) was given a species name early in the eighteenth century, before it was recognized—thanks to DNA analysis—as representing a hybrid swarm* between Aloe ferox and Aloe arborescens . …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. … the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most orchids tend to prefer a semitropical or tropical environment (USDA …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Velvet green tufts of glossy leaves make for an ideal edging plant along shady paths or nestled among stones. Cream colored inflorescences are attractive in late spring. Keep moist throughout the growing season. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… As a member of the rush family, iJuncus inflexus 'Blue Arrows' can be used as a pond plant. However, since it's also quite drought tolerant, it's ideal for rain gardens. It's evergreen in most climates. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The epiphytic dragon's mouth orchid ( Encyclia cordigera var. rosea ) is native from Guatemala to Panama, where the subspecies rosea is found. The flower spikes can produce flowers for up to … of the flowers smells like chocolate. This species requires very bright light whether grown in greenhouses, on a windowsill, or under artificial lights. During the summer growing season, it …
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… A stout barrel cactus from Argentina noted for brown to black thick recurved spines, dull green to blue green color barrel color and flowers that range from white to light pink. Grow in full sun, well drained soils and reduce watering in winter. …
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… ‘Blaze’ is an herbaceous peony that can produce up to 20 scarlet red single blossoms per plant. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid, and late; ‘Blaze’ is an early bloomer, usually early May in the Chicago area. It grows to 28 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… New! Explore the rich, nutty flavor of tahini—a versatile sesame butter packed with protein and healthy fats. In this class, learn to use tahini to elevate sweet and savory dishes. Discover tips and techniques for making tahini …
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