… Susceptible Plants Lawn grasses Description & Symptoms The annual white grub is the most common grub that causes lawn damage in Illinois. The large C-shaped, creamy white grub with three pairs of legs and a dark head is … does not feed on plants and causes no damage. Its larvae, however, cause extensive damage to lawns. Timing & Life Cycle Annual white grubs have a one-year life cycle. Adult chafer beetles …
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… Said Crocus: "My this wind is cold! Most wish I had not been so bold; here the fields are still all brown; glad I wore my eider-down." —Elizabeth Gordon Crocus Bulbs These … as the snow melts, before winter finally retreats. These are perfect wherever you want color in very early spring—ideal when planted in rock gardens, tucked between perennials in the border … crocus always brings me such joy after a long winter. Plus, seeing how happy the bees are to discover these lovely flowers on a cold day is all the more reason to love them!” —Jill …
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… For centuries the oak tree, with its sturdy trunk and sprawling branches, has represented … All skill levels welcome. All supplies included. Bring your sentimental family china or pieces to personalize your creation. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer Classroom 5, Learning Center …
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… Have you ever eaten strawberry-rhubarb pie? The thick red stems of this rhubarb plant are used to make pie as well as many other kinds of jams and desserts. Cawood Delight rhubarb has very thick, dark red stems and is an exceptionally hardy rhubarb for colder climates. It is fast-growing reaching a height of two -four feet and a width of …
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… Description: The cheerful song of this common migrant and occasional winter resident is easy to recognize. Large flocks are often encountered in the McDonald Woods. In fall, when many birds have stopped singing, the white-throated sparrow …
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… This particular Aconitum, generally known simply as blue Aconiturm, is one of the last monkshoods to bloom. From late summer into fall, its rich blue color and strong vertical form make it a … medieval monks. They attract a variety of beneficial insects, and are the primary food source for Old World bees. Another common name, wolfbane, refers to the poison made from this plant's …
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… ( Sinningia ). Description & Symptoms Weevils are beetlelike insects that feed on plant roots in their larval stage and plant leaves in their adult stage. Adult weevils are rarely seen because they feed at night and hide during the day in dense foliage, plant litter, or mulch. The black vine weevil makes a characteristic … is only one adult generation per year. Damage The visible notching of leaves is rarely harmful to plants, although it is unsightly. Root feeding by the larvae causes more serious damage and in …
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… Annie Wang, Student Carillonneur: Annie Wang is a rising fourth-year chemistry major at the University of Chicago. She learned about the carillon on a random tour of Rockefeller Chapel … later! She passed her carillonneur exam at the 2023 Congress at Cohasset and is very excited to perform at her first concerts this summer. Outside of her love of tower bells, she does … M.D.-Ph.D. student at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine doing his Ph.D. in molecular engineering. Kevin is from New York and went to college at Yale University, where he …
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… Native to Central and South American, Brassavola orchids are named after the Venetian nobleman and … Antonio Musa Brassavola. They have long, thin, tubular leaves that can reach up to a foot in length and sometimes appear unrolled or flattened. The tubular leaves are designed to reduce …
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… In this introductory online class, you will explore foundational herbal preparation techniques … herbs often found in backyards will be highlighted. Learn several approachable methods for creating tinctures, salves, and infusions at home with step-by-step guidance and brief, easy-to-follow recipes. You will complete class ready to begin crafting your own plant-based wellness …
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