… fertilization to encourage more flowers and less vegetative growth. In very dry weather, it is prone to spider mites but otherwise pest resistant while providing a habitat for lace wing and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… with fully double flowers, and up to 5 inches diameter on strong, sturdy stems. This cultivar is more resistant to powdery mildew than many other zinnias on the market. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… New! Sweet and pillowy challah, made from a dough enriched with eggs and honey, is easy to make and shape at home. Learn about the basics of yeast breads, including proofing, …
Type: Item Detail
… New! Tartine, literally translated as open-faced sandwich, is a great snack for summer. Whether you are entertaining or looking to try something new, these …
Type: Item Detail
… Fessler, coordinator of the northwest Illinois region for Plants of Concern, said, “This is really like uncovering a Holy Grail for Illinois botany. It’s a charismatic, beautiful plant. … of Natural Resources, Grant Fessler, Chicago Botanic Garden. Photo credit: Grant Fessler It is a story worth hearing. Fueled by curiosity and a hunger for discovery, Fessler partnered with … invasive brush and add prescribed fire to improve and expand the orchid’s habitat at the site. Additional protective measures include regular monitoring and health assessments. A week …
Type: Blog
… want a woody vine with the flat hydrangea flowers, consider H. anomala ssp. petiolaris . This is a vigorous perennial vine that clings and climbs to almost any surface. It requires a sturdy … but some may suffer from considerable branch dieback during Chicago's cold months. Success is possible with winter protection, and regular applications of compost. Oakleaf Hydrangeas Native to the southeast United States, H. quercifolia is a shrub with four seasons of interest, unique leaves, interesting flowers, fall color, …
Type: Plant Info
… Yellow Flame') Planted in the Enabling Garden, Double Zahara Fire ( Zinnia marylandica ) is part of the series that is powdery mildew-resistant. Zahara™ Coral Rose zinnia ( Zinnia Marylandica ) is an outstanding performer with low water needs for your summer garden. Zinnias work fast If …
Type: Plant Info
… doctors to help patients experiencing food insecurity and diet-related diseases. The produce is grown by Windy City Harvest, the Garden’s urban agriculture program. Part of the program is to help demystify new veggies by sharing easy, delicious recipes. “I was excited to learn … syrup, and lemon juice. Slowly add olive oil while continuing to whisk until the dressing is thickened. Add salt & pepper to taste. Add beet wedges and crumbled cheese to the salad. Chop …
Type: Blog
… fade green by summer. Flowers are white to deep pink and bloom in early summer. An added bonus is that late spring pruning prompts a new flush of reddish leaves in summer. Fall color is variable but can be a stunning purplish-red. The dense reddish-brown twigs are attractive in winter. Variegated Japanese kerria ( Kerria japonica 'Picta') Kerria is an early spring bloomer with profuse bright yellow flowers that open with the midseason bulbs. …
Type: Plant Info
… A walk through the Dwarf Conifer Garden is truly a plant lover’s feast for the eyes. It’s difficult to decide where to look next; what … specimens await behind the bend in the path, or tempt at the top of the steps. The garden is sited on a hill, where this fascinating group of plants known as dwarf conifers can receive … range of conifer habits, visitors can’t help but also notice their intriguing colors. Green is only one of the striking colors visible. Two-toned conifers are the stars of spring, when …
Type: Walks
