… largest of the hickories. It typically grows 75 to 100 feet tall (infrequently to 150 feet) with a large, rounded, spreading crown and trunks that mature to 2 to 4 feet in diameter. It is … It is the state tree of Texas. Pecan features medium green, odd-pinnate compound leaves, with each leaf having 9 to 17 pointed leaflets. Leaflets range from 2 to 7 inches long. They …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… a stunning display in the home. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the … the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… or fertilize their soil before they know what they've got. If test results recommend amending with organic matter (3 percent organic matter is considered good), the ideal time is before the … and composted organic material away from the trunk. Mulch Mulching the entire planting area with 2 to 3 inches of organic material is very important. This area includes the circle of ground … instead of wasting it as overhead watering does. Be on the lookout for signs of water stress with your trees and respond accordingly. Premature, yellow leaves during drought are the first …
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… sorts of gardens—moon gardens, cottage gardens, fragrant gardens, fern gardens, carpet beds with annuals planted in intricate patterns, and many other styles. They were smitten by flower … many Asian greens such as pak choi, Chinese cabbage, and mustard greens. You’ll need a spot with full sun and well-drained soil for these edibles. Salsa Garden You can grow many of the … shrubs offer sweet or spicy scents. Beginning in spring, hyacinths and daffodils fill the air with honey-scented blooms. Viburnums, lilacs, mock orange, and lilies-of-the-valley soon follow. …
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… and root tips before planting. Dig the right hole Shallow is better than deep (roots need soil with lots of oxygen, found closer to the surface of the ground). Sloped sides are better than … after it has been placed. Decomposition generates heat and can damage bark, especially with soft-barked or younger trees, and it robs the soil of much-needed nitrogen. Many gardeners … "volcano" around the base of a tree or other plant. Only air should come in direct contact with the tree bark: anything else fosters disease, mold, and other maladies. And often, dense …
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… results. Panicle hydrangeas dry well too. Drying tips Gather about four stems and bundle with small rubber bands (size #8). Hang upside down from wire hangers. Smaller bundles are better … Flat-top flowers (such as zinnias) can be dried facing up in the grid of chicken wire hung with two wire hangers or on plastic milk crates lined with chicken wire. Shasta daisies are best dried facing up. Dry ornamental grasses with the full …
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… now's the time to add the greens that make the first salad of the season sing. Mâche rhymes with squash and nosh, but if that name throws you, call it by one of its other common names: corn … for re-sowing every two weeks before summer's heat arrives. Mizuna is a Japanese mustard green with a mildly spicy flavor. Its long stalks and toothed leaves stand out in the garden, and in a … catalogs or nurseries. A sample from the mixes available at Renee's Garden ( reneesgarden.com ): "Asian Baby Leaf Mix," Edible Landscape "Stardom," and "Heirloom Cutting Mix." A mix makes …
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… and eco-psychology. We begin in quiet meditation and movement warm-up to connect our bodies with the wonders around us. Next, each person will have the opportunity to find a quiet place at …
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… Biology and plant science meet balladry, as five Chicago Botanic Garden scientists are paired with incredible spoken-word artists from Young Chicago Authors and RHINO to collaborate on a new …
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… In appearance, they can look like a cross between a crane and rail. Their plumage is brown with white streaks and speckles. Limpkins have specialized bills that allow them to cut snails …
Type: Birding
