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  • … Really Blue false indigo is named for the vividness of its hue -- an eye-popping rich deep blue. Members of the genus … "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of newer hybrids may include lavenders and bi-colors. The late spring or early summer flowers emerge along long stems held above …
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  • … Yellow Towers false indigo is notable for its abundant yellow blooms on 18" spikes. This cultivar was developed at the Plant … "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of newer hybrids may include lavenders and bi-colors. The late spring or early summer flowers emerge along long stems held above …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Wild white indigo is a species that occurs naturally in dry woodlands in the southeastern U.S. In the spring it … "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of newer hybrids may include lavenders and bi-colors. The late spring or early summer flowers emerge along long stems held above …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Blue false indigo features the long spikes of very blue pea-like blooms for which the genus is best known. Members of the genus Baptisia are commonly known as wild or false indigo due to … "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow or white and the blooms of newer hybrids may include lavenders and bi-colors. The late spring or early summer flowers emerge along long stems held above …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Your body is designed to heal itself, but stress constantly interferes with this gift. Practicing simple … what challenges you face. Learn how to reduce the effects of stress, increase resilience, and feel calmer under pressure. Develop tools to protect yourself from people who weaken you … helps to increase overall vitality: physical wellness, emotional balance, mental clarity, and joy. Physical limitations are accommodated. Devi Stern, M.S., energy healer, teacher, and
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  • … you’re just getting started or working with an established school garden, this conference is for you. Presenters will provide tips on plant selection and care, with hands-on demonstrations of techniques for working with soil and plants while making connections to your curriculum. This year’s conference will highlight …
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  • … Ben Tatar and the Tatar Tots present fun, funky music for kids and young families. They love to make their shows an engaging, interactive experience that … jazz composition. With rare exception, the band only sings about food. Their debut album Food! is available for digital download on iTunes. Please Note: You are encouraged to bring your own …
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  • … Iris iberica has white, cream colored or light blue standards and reddish brown falls with brown veins and a brown signal patch. The flowers are unusually large for a plant that stands only 6 to 8 inches high. It is native to Iran, Armenia and Turkey where it grows at altitudes up to 6,500 feet. The name Iris …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … upright spikes of flowers in the cooler months on this cultivar that will produce half double and half single flowers. This taller growing variety was bred for early spring cut flower production but also is a great addition to flower displays that need a little height. Plant 'Katz Purple' in full sun and in moderately rich and moist soils after the danger of hard frosts have passed. Five percent …
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  • … There are endless photographic opportunities with the architecture and city scenes of Chicago. We will visit Chinatown, Millennium Park/Lurie Garden, and Navy Pier to capture the sights of the city. Explore new camera settings while learning to integrate landscape and hardscape photography. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. Students will need to purchase …
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