… to North America, Europe, and Asia. Illinois native perennial asters grow along roadsides, in woodlands, prairies and other natural areas. As summer wanes, they put on a stellar show of flowers in blue, purple, pink, violet, or white that attract butterflies and other pollinators. Although … o blongifolium ‘October Skies’ Ornamental Features A key attractive feature of most asters is the mass of striking flowers that resplendent in the garden and in a vase. Depending on the …
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… Description: This black-headed gull is a southern species that rarely is rarely seen at the Garden. It is most likely to be seen flying over. …
Type: Birding
… Renewal of the Blue Garden Sarah Vance is director of the Blue Garden in Newport, Rhode Island, a Frederick Law Olmsted, Jr., design …
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… or low-branched specimen that fits into many home gardens. “One of this tree’s main attributes is its beautiful exfoliating cinnamon to reddish-brown bark that develops on young trees, providing a focal point in the winter landscape,” says Dr. Andrew Bell, curator of woody plants. …
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… 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens exhibition is a stunning collection of fine art photographs of African American folk gardens and their creators. The Chicago Botanic Garden, in partnership with the DuSable Museum of African American History, will host a joint exhibition …
Type: Event for Calendar
… 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens exhibition is a stunning collection of fine art photographs of African American folk gardens and their creators. The Chicago Botanic Garden, in partnership with the DuSable Museum of African American History, will host a joint exhibition …
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… This cultivar was selected from a remnant native population on the property of Ed Gartmann in Waukesha County by Michael Yanny of Johnson Nursery. It has a dense habit with good red and orange fall color and can tolerate alkaline soils. The tree will grow twice as tall as it is wide. Freeman maples are an uncommon, naturally occurring cross between red maple and silver …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Anise hyssop ( Agastache rugosa ) ‘Golden Jubilee’ is similar to the anise hyssop except it has golden leaves and violet blue flowers. This beautiful, dependable plant was named in honor of Queen Elizabth’s 50th year on the throne of Britain. Combine it with other …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Boltonia is a spectacular addition to the late-summer garden. Its tall, sturdy stems and wide spread give it an almost shrublike presence in the perennial border. Willowlike, dainty blue-green foliage sets off its myriad of daisy …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… grows to an impressive 7' tall, but often needs to be staked at those heights. This native is wonderful in the naturalistic garden or the back of the perennial border. Large flower heads have numerous …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
