… upright spikes of flowers in the cooler months on this cultivar that will produce half double and half single flowers. This taller growing variety was bred for early spring cut flower … a great addition to flower displays that need a little height. Plant 'Katz Purple' in full sun and in moderately rich and moist soils after the danger of hard frosts have passed. Five percent of seed sales are …
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… in mild climates or during the summer when used outdoors in Chicago-area landscapes. Sprawling and climbing to about 5 feet in height, this cultivar is small enough to grow in a container. In … flowers are the preferred food plant for butterflies. Plant the passion flower in full sun and well-drained, moist soil, and provide a trellis or support for the plants to clamber over. …
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… is in Division 2. It blooms in mid to late spring with roundish flowers. The petals are white and the corona is a light pink. The bulbs are toxic and will not be eaten by deer or rabbits. The name Narcissus comes from the Greek word for narcotic and is tied to the myth of a young man known as Narcissus who fell in love with his own …
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… in a wide range of warm colors. This epiphyte is native to the coastal jungles of Brazil, and requires partial shade, warm humid air, and a moisture-retentive potting mix. The short days of September trigger flower bud production, with flowering beginning during the Thanksgiving season and lasting through winter. Avoid moving the plants once flower buds are set to keep the buds …
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… or devil's tongue cactus is an epiphytic cactus of south America where it grows from trees and rocks in humid elevated rainforests. The red straps of this plant are its leaves, and they are completely pendulous. While this plant performs best in bright shade, the leaves … northern climates this plant can be grown in baskets with careful attention to growing medium and light needs. It must be overwintered indoors. …
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… to other genera based upon the results of DNA analysis. Plant in full sun in average soil and avoid excessive fertilization (plants will flop over). This plant is beloved by bees and other pollinators stocking up on pollen and nectar before the onset of winter. …
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… Strong composition and design make the difference between a mundane piece of art and a personal, more powerful creation. Using fun and intuitive approaches, we will explore ways to bring our unique intentions, as well as our …
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… when siting this tree. It requires full sun, but is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and conditions. It gets its name from the silvery undersides of its five lobed leaves. Fall color is yellow. This particular cultivar has stronger wood and better branching that the species so it would be a better candidate for a windy site. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… There are endless photographic opportunities with the architecture and city scenes of Chicago. We will visit Chinatown, Millennium Park/Lurie Garden, and Navy Pier to capture the sights of the city. Explore new camera settings while learning to integrate landscape and hardscape photography. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. …
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… full shade sites with moist, slightly acidic soil. This species boxwood are native to Eurasia and North Africa, but its cultivars (like Pullman) are hardy for this climate. 'Pullman' grows to about 7 feet high in full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. In early spring it produces greenish cream-colored blooms. … or planted en masse as a hedge. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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