… This shrubby perennial grows to a maximum height of five feet with full sun. From midsummer to fall it has large, fragrant panicles of lavender-purple spikes that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It’s best used for massed plantings in borders. It is deer resistant and will tolerate drought once it is established. Pruning the plant back in the …
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… Native to moors, swamps, and grasslands in central Eurasia, purple moor grass is a slow-growing plant that produces an erect cluster of arching green foliage 12-20 inches tall … Purple flowers bloom on 20- to 32-inch stalks in July and August. Purple moor grass grows best in full sun with regular moisture and is tolerant of both acidic and alkaline conditions. …
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… Known as river wattle or narrow-leaf bower wattle, this is a graceful shrub from New South Wales, Australia. With cascades of long narrow petals, it … weeping willow. It could make a nice lawn specimen in California, but in northern climes is best suited to a conservatory or a container. It needs full sun to partial shade, with low humidity and …
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… rose and lavender on this hybrid tree peony with a light lemony fragrance. Take extra time to prepare the planting site with organic matter and slow release inorganic fertilizers as peonies dislike root disturbance and transplanting. Full sun is required to produce the best blooms. This cultivar is among the last of the peonies to flower in late spring/early summer …
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… It’s always a fun day with a community vibe, as Chicago area gardeners gather to swap seeds, stories, and green-thumb tips. Panache sunflower ( Helianthus annuus … those grown in a high-quality medium. Some adjectives that should describe the product you buy: sterile, fine-grained, free-draining, fluffy, uniform. One brand we’ve had success with: … and residues before filling with starting mix. 4. The right light. A strong light source is crucial for stimulating plant growth. Without it, plants turn leggy, making them weak and more …
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… Do not fertilize lawns in summer. Early fall is the best time to apply a 3-1-2 ratio fertilizer. During drought or times of water …
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… the loose bark of dead trees. Upon reaching a small stand of dead American elm trees, I began to lift the loose remaining bark away from one of the trees to see if any spiders were present. … This summer, one of those houses contained half a dozen bats—probably little browns. It is best to place bat houses in full sunlight, since the bats have high body metabolisms and prefer … to build a bat house? Construction details can be found at the Bat Conservation International website at batcon.org . Another local flier, this very tame flying squirrel enjoyed a snack of …
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… Discover how to capture the beauty of the waterlilies and other aquatic plants found at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Learn which camera settings are best for capturing floral colors, soft focus, and water reflections. Begin with classroom … these concepts. A tripod and polarizing filter are recommended but not required. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=3 hours FPC …
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… Is laughter really the best medicine? Find out during this fun, interactive workshop that combines simulated laughter exercises with breathing techniques to produce a wide range of physical, psychological, and emotional benefits. Medical research provides sufficient data to show that even if a person pretends to laugh or act happy, his/her body responds. Participants …
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… Hay-scented fern is a non-flowering fern perennial. It gets its common name from its leaves, which smell like new … Though it prefers shade, it will tolerate full sun if kept constantly moist, and it will grow to a size of 2 feet high to 3 feet wide, quickly forming large colonies. In the fall it turns a delicate yellow. A native to the Midwest, it is best used as a ground cover or an understory. Archived Copy: This content was captured before …
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