… short above the broad greenish-gray foliage. Plant in full sun in well-drained soils and protect from chipmunks and rabbits. When protected, they will clump up over time, producing a bouquet of flowers instead … of an individual flower. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… shrub. It is easy to grow in moist, rich, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade and performs well in areas with cool summer climates. Amur maple makes an unusual specimen tree or shrub; its light green eaves turn yellow and red in the fall. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… over time to create a small mound. This species of aloe is grown primarily for its small size and ornamental foliage; however, in mid-winter, it produces flowering spikes up to 6 inches in height that feature orange flowers shading to yellow and green toward the tips. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… The black maple is native to the upper midwest, northeast United States and to southern Canada. It can reach a height of 75 feet and a width of 60 feet. It requires moist well-drained soils, but can tolerate dryer conditions … the fall. Autumn color is red. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… ) is one of the showy members of the Zingiberaceae , or ginger, family. Beautiful pink and yellow flower spikes are produced at the tips of the plant's stalks. The nonvariegated … leaves of this species are used in some regions of the tropics for their antihypertensive and antistress properties. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… birding experience. Rather than walking around the Garden in search of birds, you will observe and identify the birds surrounding or passing by the Kleinman Family Cove. This is a … Seating is available at the Cove, but you are welcome to bring your own chair. Binoculars and field guides are recommended but not required. Dress for the weather. Bridget Kiernan, birder and horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Kleinman Cove, Learning Campus …
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… This rounded shrub grows to a height of 2 feet with full sun to partial shade and dry to moderate moisture conditions. In the spring it produces showy yellow to yellow-green flowers. It is good in a hedge or a border and is resistant to deer. It is reputedly a sterile cultivar that will not self seed. It … providing additional interest. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… perennial with large, dark green heart-shaped leaves on dark purple (almost black) stalks and calla-like white flowers. It grows 4 – 6 feet tall and about 5 feet wide in wet soils or shallow water. Plant in light shade with protection from … parts of taro are poisonous. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… New! Explore a variety of native perennials, shrubs, and trees that tolerate various environmental challenges, including limited sunlight, drought, and difficult soil conditions. Selecting resilient native plants can help reduce maintenance needs, support local wildlife, and enhance your garden’s ecological footprint . This class will be taught online via Zoom. All …
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… it is also a true perennial – unlike all other Sweet Williams (biennials). Grow in full sun and avoid placing muclh around the crown (leads to rot). This southern Europe native attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and bees of various species. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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