… of American trees. The genus Fagus includes 10-13 species of the beech tree, which are native to temperate regions of Asia, Europe and North America. Only Fagus grandifolia , the American beech, is native to the U.S. and Illinois. A single species, Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for the vast majority of cultivars used in landscaping. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collections …
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… that somewhat resemble a red and pink cobra with white markings. A carnivorous plant adapted to acidic bogs where nitrogen is severely limited, it produces a combination of water and sugar with digestive enzymes at the bottom of the pitcher. Insects looking for a drink of water or some sugar soon discover the hairs lining the inside of the hood prevent … bogs. Water only with rainwater as the chemicals found within treated drinking water are toxic to this group of plants. Grow in full sun only. …
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… When mature, the sweet birch has an open, rounded habit and can grow 40 to 50 feet tall. It is successful in naturalized areas or used as a shade tree. The sweet birch … The twigs are fragrant and are a source of oil of wintergreen. Sweet birch is native to the eastern U.S. The primary ornamental feature of birch trees is the bark. Many of the common … ornamental feature is the usually colorful golden fall foliage. Given their preference for cool weather and acid soil and their susceptibility to bronze birch borer infestations, birch …
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… foliage with the slightest hint of darker spots completes the package. Indoors grow in bright to moderate light levels, moderate humidity, cool to moderate temperatures and repot yearly to insure the potting media is moisture retentive but … 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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… purple flowers are produced on this terrestrial orchid in winter in the Chicago area. Native to warm environments, these cultivars, like their parents, thrive when grown under hot day time temperatures and warm night time temperatures. Full sun to partial shade and moisture retentive well drained soils are important to indoor culture. The … 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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… growing orchid hybrid of Zygopetalum and Zygosepalum . The light fragrance has been compared to hyacinths with a touch of pepper. These orchids require neither hot nor cold conditions to flower successfully but their leaves are prone to black spot if the air movement is not … 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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… light as a garden element. Why light a garden? Light creates a feeling in space, according to Ms. Moyer, as well as serving as a directional tool. It provides visual transportation in a garden from one area to another. Lighting can say "welcome" if the front entrance is lit or "not welcome" if the … added to their gardens, they want a little bit more…and then a little bit more. Guidelines for good light design When deciding how to illuminate your yard or garden, keep the following …
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… grasses, and roses. When planting bare-root roses, soak the roots in a bucket of water for several hours before planting. Be sure to choose a full-sun site before digging the hole. Remember that as soon as tall trees leaf out, … can become partly shaded. Divide mature summer- and fall-blooming perennials when they are 4 to 6 inches tall. Do not divide day lilies (September), Oriental poppies (July), or iris (late …
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… Meet the Plants That Inspired our Halloween Costume Contest. Some plants don’t need Halloween to dress up—they wear their costumes all year long. From clever disguises to dramatic flair, these Garden show-offs inspired us to host a “Plant Costume Contest.” Watch … reginae ) “A Bird” This flower resembles a bird’s head and makes a sturdy, inviting perch for birds to land, sip nectar, and transfer pollen. Chenille Plant ( Acalypha hispida ) “A 1920’s …
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… Vanilla Cream false indigo is notable for its compact habit and soft yellow buds that open to creamy blooms on 10" spikes. It is part … of Baptisia . 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 …
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