… The cultivar Ruffled Velvet is a rich reddish-purple with velvety falls. The falls are darker and ruffled, and yellow at the base. It stands 22 inches high and blooms in mid to late season, while the thin, grass-like foliage remains a highlight throughout the summer. In … adaptation of the iris flower. The name iris was taken from the Greek goddess of the rainbow to symbolize the many colors of this flower. …
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… This hardy waterlily produces 6- to 8-inch rich pink flowers that are fragrant and float on the surface of the water. It was named … the end of a long lax stem floating just above the water surface. In the center of each flower is a cluster of showy stamens. Waterlilies have been cultivated since at least 2000 B.C. and are … hardy hybrids, tropical day-blooming, and tropical night-blooming. Waterlilies need full sun to flower and must be anchored in mud as they are not free floating. …
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… this vine growing in the outfield. It's also the ivy of the Ivy League. Fenway Park Boston ivy is a fast-growing deciduous vine of the grape family from eastern Asia. It has deeply toothed, … in shady locations. It has excellent fall color. The vine climbs by attaching adhesive disks to surfaces but these disks are very damaging to wooden surfaces, shingles and masonry and tuck-pointing. The leaves often drop off before the …
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… Cottonwood is a tree people love to hate. This fast-growing poplar grows throughout North America, except in … will find that the buds are sticky. In autumn, the leaves turn a blotchy yellow and are quick to drop. Seedless cultivars are available. …
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… blooming, they continue in waves until frost. In spring, every branch of SONIC BLOOM® Pink is covered in bright pink flowers. Rebloom isn't as strong as the initial flush, but you still … hummingbirds love <em>Weigela</em>, and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. …
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… Is drought tolerant after established …
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… colored pencil, watercolor, pastel) with emphasis placed on achieving accurate studies leading to finished work featuring uncommon plants. Topics covered will include the value of plein air … managing the challenges presented by drawing plants in the field. Previous drawing experience is strongly recommended, but students will work at their individual level, with instructor …
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… Did you know that fungi are second only to insects in the number of species on earth? More than 1,200 species of mushrooms plus thousands … out about some of our local mushrooms. Limit 20. Pre-registration required. This workshop is suitable for ages 12 (with accompanying adult) and up; adults only may also register. Plant …
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… New! For those familiar with the use of colored pencil on paper, here is the opportunity to work with the new popular substrate, Mylar film. Colored pencils on film …
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… , an Asian species and Hibiscus mutabilis , a species from the southern U.S., has proven to be very hardy in the Chicago area. It has broad white petals and a red-violet eye, with a long … Delaware in 1999, and was displayed in the old Pullman Garden. Cuttings were taken and now one is south of parking lot 5. …
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