… Members of the genus Salix are commonly known as willows. These woody plants range in size from the imposing weeping willow tree to small shrubs. While not fussy about soil quality, they … willows are often used to control erosion in such areas. They are easily propagated from cuttings; willows root and grow quickly. Of the estimated 350 species in the genus Salix , …
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… beds, hanging baskets, containers, and hanging hayracks. You will also get a preview of the start of fall mums. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at Production …
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… When holiday flowers like poinsettias and amaryllis start showing up in the stores (or come to you as holiday gifts), will you know what to do with …
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Continue to build your drawing skills with advanced graphite techniques, light and dark media on toned paper, and carbon dust. A supply list will be sent. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1. ART …
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… complete with yarns for adding texture and vivid hand-dyed wools for foliage and flowers. Start with a white canvas of wool and make it come alive as you delve into techniques to create …
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… as well as ways to consider bark aesthetics when planning your year-round garden. Class will start inside and then move outdoors for a Garden walk, weather permitting. Dress for the weather. …
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This is the earliest of the large purple ball-type ornamental onions to come into flower each year. Starting in May, 3 feet tall, sturdy flowering stalks support the purple star- shaped miniature flowers forming the large globe. Plant this allium in full sun, with moderate water conditions during growth and flowering, followed by a dry resting period ending in September. The flowers attract …
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Deep burgundy petals surround the large ebony center on this annual sunflower that grows up to 6 feet tall. Plant this sunflower in full sun and in average soils, and sit back to watch the goldfinches, hummingbirds, and bees of all kinds visit the flowers. Thin but strong side shoots produce slightly smaller flowers to continue the flowering season for weeks after the main flower has started to …
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… time. Premature blooming should not threaten the overall health of the tree. Indoor Plant Care Start seeds indoors In February, you can start seeds for early spring annuals, such as larkspur ( Delphinium ), snapdragon ( Antirrhinum … plants or overly moist flats of seedlings. February is a great month to … Force indoor blooms from branches With spring still a month away, why not create a spring preview indoors? Branches …
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… to flower and set seed prematurely, which is called bolting. Most vegetables can be started from seeds or transplants. Successive plantings of radishes, beans, and Chinese cabbage can be …
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