… Description: Look for this brown thrush species on migration in wooded areas of the Garden. …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look for this common migrant warbler it in any wooded habitat at the Garden. …
Type: Birding
… The first question is easy—we were on the trail of specific wildflowers and woody plants to preserve and add to our collections. Collections trip horticulturists Michael Jesiolowski, Tom … plants we would target—was developed, based on what plants our gardens deemed important for conservation, to fill a gap in our collections, or add beauty to our display gardens. And of … or insects/animals, they are genetically variable. A variety of genes can give each plant the best chance to exhibit a specific phenotype, or physical appearance, and better adaptability to …
Type: Blog
… planning, you can harvest something from your garden from April through October. The trick is to gather what you need now and start dreaming so you can get a jump on things as soon as the weather warms. That’s what our experts do at the Chicago … in early. One of my winter projects is to get started on crop planning. Make a spreadsheet for the crops you want to grow in order to keep track of your planting dates. I’ve wanted to so …
Type: Blog
… When it comes to showstoppers, Shakespeare may have elevated the rose to star status with his line, “Of all the flowers, methinks a rose is best.” But what is it about dahlias that has attracted so many fans and admirers? In our effort … Cutie Patootie, and Diva. The availability of low-growing varieties makes them perfect for containers. While dahlias receive a standing ovation for their color and form, they have no …
Type: Blog
… Aechmea 'Frappuccino' is a colorful bromeliad grown for both its foliage and spikes of red flowers that are tipped with yellow. The dark green … rhizomes, tubers, corms, or bulbs (including offsets). Drought-tolerant, it is well suited for xeriscaping. With average water needs, it should be watered regularly but not overwatered. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Discover exceptional ornamental grasses for all types of garden situations, sun and shade, wet and dry, formal and informal, and … cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Botany 1 suggested. The School’s CEUs=6 hours OPC elective Jill …
Type: Item Detail
… hybrid is a compact plant that features multiple flower spikes, producing a total of up to 25 flowers at a time. The white buds open to reveal pink petals and a dark red throat. Terrestrial orchids are orchids that grow in the … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Vanda orchids are monopodal, meaning they produce just one growing pseudobulb, often referred to as a cane, per plant. In nature, aerial roots that are produced along the length of the cane intertwine with the surrounding vegetation to keep the plant upright when in flower. Grow this orchid in very bright light, high humidity … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… species on his voyage he predicted an unknown moth with a proboscis 1.5' long would be found to be the pollinator - 1.5' being the length of the nectar tube used to entice pollinators. Decades later the moth was discovered and this species has been used to … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
