… Growers Association of Northern Illinois formed to promote plant cultivars that perform well in northern Illinois. This variety was developed at the Chicago Botanic Garden; it was selected … wild or false indigo due to their use by early Americans as a blue dye. Although "indigo" is in the common name, the blooms of native species may be blue, yellow, or white and the blooms of … or early summer flowers emerge along long stems held above attractive foliage and are followed in the fall by dark pods. Overall habits of the plant are broad-rounded mounds to vase-shaped and …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… 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 … basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… golden yellow on a broadly spreading small tree or large shrub that 'drops' all at once in Fall. Resistant to most insects, diseases, air pollution and restricted root runs, it is an … area of China. Adapted to disturbed environments along streams on moderately fertile soils in the wild. Scientist 'think' they have finally found two wild populations but at least one of … planted a couple of thousand years ago. For the last 1,500 years or so, it has been grown in Asian temple gardens. It continues to be cultivated in Chinese fruit orchards for the prized …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… chances are the lovely fall colors come to mind—and not the leaves that end up on your lawn or in your garden beds. Here are some ways you can use your leaves to support your plants and … food source for wildlife including insects. Soon-to-be butterflies, for instance, take shelter in the winter under or on leaves, in the form of eggs, larva (caterpillars), or pupa (chrysalis). For example, the beautiful …
Type: Plant Info
… Description: As its name implies, this western species is rarely seen in the Great Lakes region. It may be seen with flocks of common gull species. …
Type: Birding
… this tiny member of the wren family tries to avoid being seen while on its stop-overs in McDonald Woods during migration. …
Type: Birding
… The Victory Garden is gaining ground again, 70 years after redefining gardening in America. Check out our infographic to learn more. …
Type: Plant Info
… are produced above the velvety red foliage on this nonhardy succulent. Plant 'Red Velvet' in full sun and water sparingly to prevent diseases. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This evergreen tree grows to a height of 70 feet in full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has showy green blooms year around and is a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Baptisia 'Aspiring' grows in a clump of green foliage that reaches 4 feet tall, with 22 inch lavender spikes. Use it as a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
