… commonly called nun's orchid because if you look into the throat of the flower, there appears to be a nun with her head bowed in prayer. This lovely terrestrial orchid is a robust plant that blooms with clusters of four to 12 fragrant blossoms; they are marked by burgundy or bronze on the lips, and brown petals that … 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 …
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… less showy. In many cases, leaves, with their texture, shape, size and color, contribute more to a shade garden than flowers. Hostas Shade gardeners know and appreciate the ongoing role of … is a shrub-sized perennial with large, dark green leaves with purple undersides. Standing 3 to 4 feet high and wide, it is a strong, architectural plant in a shade garden. Planted with the … well with many of the mounding shade perennials. Lamium Although lamiums have been around for a long time, the one species, Lamium maculatum , is of particular interest to shade …
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… Check out heirloom-themed presentations and demonstrations. Gather expert tips and techniques to try at home. Find inspiration in the lush plantings throughout the Fruit & Vegetable Garden. … the Harvest Seed Saving 101 Tomato Problems (Saturday only) Shopping Stop by the market to purchase heirloom related products and more. Xanadu Apiary – honey products Irie Cup – iced … Ortiz demos horchata-making (Sunday). Free; regular parking and admission fees apply for nonmembers. 2025 Heirloom Fest is sponsored by RATIONAL USA …
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… is only one adult generation per year. Damage The visible notching of leaves is rarely harmful to plants, although it is unsightly. Root feeding by the larvae causes more serious damage and in severe cases can kill plants. Treatment & Solutions It is difficult to control black vine weevil without using chemical insecticides. Insecticides are applied at the first sign of notched leaves, usually in early June. For additional information on black vine weevils, please contact Plant Information Services at …
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… blue pea-like flowers in spring. Pollinators such as birds, bees and butterflies are attracted to these upright spikes that persist for about two weeks. Big Ben grows to about four feet in height and width and has grayish-green foliage. Although removing the …
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… has it all! This 2-foot-tall, reliable, lavender orchid bears enormous 5-inch flowers with up to 8 blooms per spike. Its lavender tepals (outer part of the flower) have dark magenta markings … the intergeneric hybrid (Drumbeat) between the genera Laelia and Cattleya . It blooms from May to June, is temperature tolerant, and does well in partial sun. The soil should be allowed 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 …
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… scientist at the Chicago Botanic Garden, says, "The goal of sustainable gardening is to create a self-reliant growth system—a garden that can last indefinitely without inordinate … of the victory gardens of World Wars I and II were sustainable. These gardens, which helped to feed the troops so that money could be spent to support the war effort, produced nearly 40 … lawn mower pollutes as much in an hour as 40 late-model cars (or as much as driving a car for 100 miles). Install rain barrels, a cistern system, or an in-home gray-water system that …
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… that are more short-lived if cut. In the wild, there are 35 species of vanda orchid, native to India, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, the Philippines, New Guinea, southern China and northern … light, high humidity, and good air movement. Because vandas thrive in temperatures between 60 to 98 degrees Fahrenheit, they can be placed outdoors during Midwest summers; during winter, they … 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 …
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… and given master classes at Yale and Toronto. She has also served on the GCNA exam committee for over a decade, first as juror and currently as co-chair. Margaret's academic degrees (S.B. …
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… and other herbivores avoid daffodils, making this one of the more reliable ornamental plants for the Chicago region. …
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