… 'Bowl of Cream'), a hybrid created by Carl G. Klehm. Plant in full sun, in moderately fertile and moist soils, and leave it place! This plant is free of insects and diseases. All peonies dislike disturbance of their root systems and will take …
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… help ensure that the classes you want are not canceled due to low enrollment, register early and encourage your colleagues to do the same. Preregistration is necessary for all classes. … first day of the class. Custom workshops are arranged directly with the manager of teacher and student programs at least one month in advance. Payment is due on the day of the workshop. … work. Directions Directions to the Chicago Botanic Garden can be found here . To receive free parking, please present your emailed receipt upon arrival at the Gatehouse. The Gatehouse …
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… are approximately 40 recognized species of dahlia, which are native from Mexico to Colombia, and thousands of cultivated varieties. 'Dazzling Sun' comes from the Netherlands and produces large, decorative flowers that have yellow rays and a fiery red core. The flowers … hardy in the Chicago area. After the first hard frost in the fall, lift the tubers, shake them free of soil, and store them in a cool, dry location, nestled in pine shavings until the …
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… densely packed flowers in early to mid summer. 'Fire' does well in shade to partial shade and adds a welcome touch of color to a shady garden. It is generally pest free and tough. It is resistant to rabbits and deer, but attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. …
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… Farm Tours Windy City Harvest Farm Tours Visit one of the Windy City Harvest farm sites and learn more about our thriving program. We offer public and group tours. Tours last about 45 minutes to an hour and include information about our program … $10 Students (with ID): $5 Residents of zip codes 60623, 60624, and 60608 (with ID): free Preregistration is not required. … $10 Students (with ID): $5 Residents of zip codes 60623, 60624, and 60608 (with ID): free Preregistration is not required. …
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… Cercis canadensis ), is a lovely early spring blooming tree that is relatively small in habit and appropriate for small yards. They should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Redbuds are very pH adaptable and will grow equally well in alkaline or acidic soil. It's best to plant redbuds in an area with … stress, so care should be taken to water regularly, and keep the tree as disease- and insect-free as possible. …
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… daisy flowers held well above the bold, broad, green leaves with purple undersides. The stems and petioles of this cultivar are known for their deep burgundy color. This species performs best in shade and moist soils with a nice mulch of composted leaves in fall to take it through the winter. In the Chicago region it is insect and disease free. During very hot periods, particularly when the humidity is low, the leaves will temporarily …
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… garden tastes so good. In My Granny’s Garden is made especially for children ages birth – 5 and their adult friends and family. Performances, followed by an interactive workshop, run approximately one hour with no intermission. All performances are free; Garden general admission tickets and parking fees apply for nonmembers. In partnership …
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… the change in seasons with a peaceful, guided walk (about 1/3 mile) in McDonald Woods and learn more about winter woodland flora and fauna. Before or after the walk, warm up by the fire at the McDonald Woods Shelter. Dress … the program will be cancelled. If there is deep snow, we’ll walk in areas near the Woods. Free; regular parking and Garden admission fees apply for nonmembers Meet at the McDonald Woods …
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… long pointed tips to the petals. Plant these tulips in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil and in sunny positions in fall; protect from squirrels and chipmunks using netting over the soil or inter-planting with ornamental onions. …
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