… In partnership with the Garden Conservancy Lecture and book signing by Marta McDowell Thursday, … of agriculture and industry, the changing tides of taste and fashion—all have been mirrored in the lawns, trees, shrubs, and flowerbeds that serve as the nation’s "First Garden." Hear … design. She also consults for public gardens and private clients. Her particular interest is in authors and their gardens, the connection between the pen and the trowel. Her most recent …
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… blooms on long racemes above attractive compact mounded foliage. This cultivar is part of the DECADENCE® series of baptisias developed by Walters Gardens in Michigan. Members of the genus Baptisia are commonly known as wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of …
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… Melissa Blue false indigo is a dwarf variety selected from seeds collected in the wild near Melissa, Texas. Abundant blue … wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of …
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… I divide irises? A. The best time to plant and transplant rhizomatous (or self-seeding) iris is after flowering but before the end of August. Established plantings of iris should be divided … with a spade or digging fork and use a sharp knife to separate the rhizomes. Proper sanitation is important to reduce the spread of disease, so dip the knife in 10 percent bleach to water solution after each cut. Remove and discard old rhizomes and …
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… Strung Out is Chicago’s ultimate tribute to the 1970s, offering a unique musical experience that brings the … and unforgettable one-hit wonders that are both instantly recognizable and deeply embedded in our cultural memories. Their diverse setlist showcases the eclectic nature of the 70s, … commitment to bringing the best of the decade to the stage ensures that every performance is a vibrant celebration of the music that defined a generation. Come to a Strung Out show and …
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… This slow-growing tree is a five-needled pine with lustrous dark-green foliage. Use it as a specimen plant. It produces … that exfoliates to reveal green, white and brown areas. This plant deserves greater attention in the horticulture field. The lacebark pine is a dense, pyramidal evergreen tree reaching a mature height of 30' to 40'. With age, it loses …
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… The willow oak is native to the southeastern U.S. Its leaves somewhat resemble the willow and its preferred siting is along streams and rivers like the willow. It has a relatively shallow root system, which makes … 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 …
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… 'Blue Mouse Ears' is a miniature (8 inches tall, 12 inches wide) hosta with round blue-green leaves. The thick … natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full … They all prefer moist, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. Some leaf damage by slugs is to be expected. Deer find hosta delicious. …
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… So Sweet has green leaves with narrow, creamy white margins and fragrant flowers. It is a vigorous growing, medium (9 inches tall by 12 inches wide) hosta capable of spreading … mutations or “sports” are also common, and new introductions abound. Hosta cultivars range in size from several inches to several feet; it may take 3 to 8 years for hostas to reach their … They all prefer moist, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. Some leaf damage by slugs is to be expected, and deer find hosta delicious. …
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… Q: How do I control Japanese beetles? A: The best way to control Japanese beetles is to knock them into a jar of soapy water. Allow them to sit overnight in the water and discard them. Severe infestations can be chemically treated. Please contact …
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