… Gizmo™ miniature rose ( Rosa 'Wekcatlart') is covered with orange-red, single rose flowers boasting a white eye in the center of the blossom from June up to the first frost. It was hybridized in 1998 by John Carruth, as a hybrid of 'Carrot Top', a …
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… Diamant lacebark pine ( Pinus bungeana 'Diamant'), which is a dwarf globose form, was discovered as a witches'-broom on a plant in Hungary. Short, light green needles densely cover this slow-growing evergreen shrub, which grows just 1 to 3 inches per year. Plant this evergreen in full sun in moist, well-drained soil, and protect …
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… Roundleaf oregano is grown for the ornamental drooping clusters of bracts that surround tiny inconspicuous … of 'Kirigami' are apple green flushed with red-violet and are produced abundantly. Native to Turkey and southwest Asia, in its native habitat, this species grows in rocky crevices with …
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… flowers that appear in showy 1-2 feet tall flower spikes in May and June. The common name is after the star of Bethlehem that appeared in the biblical account of the birth of Jesus. … the bulb, are poisonous if ingested, although this same characteristic makes it unattractive to rabbits and deer. It prefers sunny well-drained locations. …
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… flowers. This taller growing variety was bred for early spring cut flower production but also is a great addition to flower displays that need a little height. Plant 'Katz Purple' in full sun and in moderately …
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… in rose, adorn these tulips around the middle of spring in the Chicago region. This cultivar is a member of the Darwin hybrid group, which means it has a good chance of returning for … Ideal conditions are full sun, and moist soils in winter and spring that are allowed to dry out in summer. Protect from deer, rabbits, chipmunks, squirrels, and voles whenever …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Symphyotrichum shortii , known as Short's aster, is a native of eastern North America that grows well in full sun to partially shaded environments. Among the most floriferous of the native asters, this plant …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… earrings, buttons, charms, broken chains, old family photos, or found objects), and learn how to transform these treasures into meaningful statement necklaces and unique wearable art. All skill levels welcome. A supply list is given in the first class. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer Classroom 5, Learning Center …
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… Plant Science Center Fee: $50 (lunch included) Are you interested in learning more about how to work with youth in an urban agriculture or school garden setting? Would you like to know more about structuring a youth development program centered on sustainable agriculture … lessons learned, and challenges faced. The day’s program will include: Information on how to structure an urban agriculture/youth development program Overview of available curriculum and …
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… Carson Landry is carillonneur of Grosse Pointe Memorial Church in Michigan. He holds a master’s degree in … at Bok Tower Gardens in Florida and at the Rees carillon in Springfield, Illinois, and he is active as a performer, arranger, and teacher. …
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