… Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Tendency to flop is greatly increased by growing this plant in anything less than full sun. Drought tolerant. Cut back plants almost to the ground in early spring before new growth begins. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This cactus needs bright indoor light and dry moisture conditions to reach a height of about 3 feet before the stems start to lay over due to their weight. In late spring, it produces large orange-red blooms. It is free of most insect …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Tiers of feathery downy bluish foliage on a broadly upright habit provide a 'soft' texture to the landscape 12 months a year. Hardy in the Chicago area when provided sun to partial shaded conditions in moisure retentive soils. Deer don't find the foliage particularly tasty to eat. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… These alternatives to traditional mums are easy to grow, Mary Stoker is a prolific bloomer that will gradually expand to make a sizeable clump completely smothered in single daisy flowers from late summer through …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Native to tropical eastern Africa in Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique, the fringed hibiscus ( Hibiscus … schizopetalus ‘El Capitolio’) in its red form is the original red "poodle flower," with 3- to 4-inch blooms that flower in the upper leaf axils of the tall plant." Schizo" means split or cleft, referring to the exotic, frilly flower petals that are divided into deep, narrow irregular segments; " …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… The blooms appear in July and August with a soft, delicate fragrance. The stems grow to 3 to 4 feet in the first year but when established can reach 6 to 8 feet in height with more than 20 blooms on each stem. Satisfaction is an Orienpet hybrid, a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Q: My red-twig dogwood stems don't seem to be as bright red as they used to be. What is the problem? A. As red-twig dogwood stems age, they turn dark in color. The best way to maintain your plant's health and maximize its color is to prune it using a technique known as …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. I have been spraying an insecticidal soap solution on my garden plants and houseplants to control insects. How long does this product last on the plants? A. Soap solutions are designed to target soft-bodied insects on contact or as the solution begins to dry. Once the product is completely dry, it has very little effectiveness as an insect …
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… Bring your dancing shoes and best air guitar moves. It's time to get rockin’ with Leonardo. He is a Parents' Choice Award-winning family musician from Chicago, … high-energy concert that entertains, educates, and empowers all little rockers. Get ready to sing along to familiar hits and some movin' and groovin' original songs! Please note: You are encouraged to …
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… New! Assemble and decorate a gingerbread house in this cooking class. Learn how to make royal icing and use a pastry bag. As students decorate, a light dinner will be prepared … with cabbage and buttered noodles. Decorations will be provided; students are encouraged to bring additional candies to add to their 4- x 6- x 8-inch house. Mary Kay Gill, professional culinary instructor ITW …
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