… from white to rose-purple. Hellebores in general tolerate a variety of soils, and they are an excellent choice for shady locations under trees and near shrubs in the home garden. The genus …
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… day, inspect them at night. Hand removal is the most environmentally sound method of dealing with insect problems. Applying chemicals without identifying the cause is problematic because … the damage. We encourage gardeners to adopt environmentally sound practices when dealing with insect problems, and determine your personal threshold for damage. Chemical treatments … when the least amount of beneficial insects are present. Please contact Plant Information Service for the most current chemical options recommended by the University of Illinois …
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… that pumps and other electrical equipment are operating properly and repair as necessary. • Service any filters according to their manufacturer’s instructions. • Fill a 5-gallon bucket with pond water, place it aside, then drain the water to a depth of 2 inches. • Remove pond … in the bucket of pond water. • Collect all the snails and place them in a small bucket, rinse with pond water, and return to a protected corner of the pond. Do not disturb them during the …
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… Out’ series are self-cleaning and will rebloom continually throughout the growing season with no deadheading necessary. They can be lightly pruned in early spring as the plants begin to … structures or to reduce their height. Rambling roses can also be allowed to sprawl naturally with no pruning required except to control size. If pruning is necessary on climbers or ramblers … after flowering, because blooms are produced on old wood. Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for additional information. …
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… class on small flowering trees, but will be enlightened by a two-hour-long class on "Success with Trees and Shrubs." An experienced watercolorist who might be bored with six "Beginning … want you to succeed, so they'll be happy to clear up any confusion. Taking a class is an excellent aid to thinking through a big project before you plug in the power tools. For example, … about taking Garden classes, though, is to register early Classes are popular and fill up fast. If you don't get your first choice, consider something completely different. There's always …
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… You may remember staring at the bulbous purple lump on your plate as a little kid with pure disdain—beets were not for you. You’re not alone. Beets have a bad reputation as one of … Hector still doesn’t like them as much as me, but he does like the beet juice.” Beets are an excellent source of fiber, folate, calcium, and vitamin C, making them a nutritional powerhouse. … fact: Did you know beet greens are also edible? A one-cup serving of cooked beet greens is an excellent source of vitamins A and K, potassium and magnesium, and a good source of calcium. …
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… bodies, institutions, and artists in a collective journey of cultural exchange and creativity. With the street as its canvas, St+art India celebrates art as a universal language, redefining … their vision. From large-scale murals to immersive installations, every project resonates with the ethos of making art accessible to all. Murals in the Visitor Center Seema Surana is a … of natural forms, patterns, and the fluidity of movement, often juxtaposing organic elements with structured compositions. These contrasts allow her to create visuals that are layered yet …
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… up in your vegetable garden, I have a suggestion for you: make a salad. You may be familiar with the concept of foraging for weeds. I first became interested in the subject in college, when … forage weeds and wild plants you have to be careful that what you take isn’t getting sprayed with herbicides—which is why I recommend only harvesting weeds from your own yard, or places you … in small doses. The oxalic acid in the plant gives it a wonderful sour taste that makes for an excellent addition to salads. Oxalis grows commonly in lightly to heavily shaded garden areas. …
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… plants that are growing up around the base of trees and shrubs if you have had problems with vole damage in the past. The herbaceous plants provide cover for them in the winter while … extra protection from the effects of wind, sun, and salt spray. Plant well Amend your soil with compost when possible, and install your new plants properly to get them off to a good start. … plants. If you are using a combination of shoveling and ice melt on your driveway when snow is fast and heavy, make sure to shovel away from plants. Products that are safer to use are those …
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… Large creamy white flowers with slightly reflexed petals feature a very long nectar tube. Usually produced in singles or doubles near the top of the mounded foliage. Needs very warm temperatures, high humidity, excellent air movement and very well drained potting media. A challenging plant for most homeowners. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
