… which are its objects. Living collections at the Chicago Botanic Garden focus on plants from around the world that grow well in the Chicago area and are adapted to the local climate and … hardy herbaceous perennials on display in any public garden in North America. They range from 1-inch-tall thyme to 8-foot-tall compass plant (Silphium laciniatum) and are displayed as … 49 cultivars. The collection will continually expand to increase diversity, with plants added from cultivated and wild sources. Geranium Hardy geraniums occur naturally in every country of …
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… to North America were restricted to a small band just north of the Gulf of Mexico. Extending from the northern hills of Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Arkansas, the range arced southwest … flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good-to-outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover sized 5 inches to an almost shrub sized 4 feet. Bluestars are considered …
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Q. The roots of my phalaenopsis orchid are growing over the rim of the pot. Does this mean I need to repot the plant? A. Many varieties of orchids enjoy being slightly potbound. However, if they are overly confined, they might fail to bloom. Choose a pot size that accommodates the size of the plant’s roots rather than one that reflects the size of the foliage and flowers. Signs that indicate it’s …
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Monitor houseplants for insect problems that often occur when plants become stressed due to insufficient light, overheated rooms, or improper watering and fertilizing techniques. New houseplants or gift plants can also harbor pests. Isolate these plants before adding them to your collection. Pests to look out for include the following: Spider mites — Look for webbing in leaf axils, stippled …
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Q: How do I water my orchid? A. In order to determine how often you need to water your orchid, it is important to know what type of medium it is planted in. If it is potted in moss, the pot will need to be watered less often since moss retains moisture—perhaps every two to three weeks. If it is planted in a wood chip medium, the pot will need to be watered more often, as the wood chips dry out …
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Heliconia psittacorum 'Lady Di', commonly called the parakeet flower, is an ever-blooming tropical plant that produces an abundance of bright flowers borne above clumps of lush, dark green, bananalike leaves. Bright red showy bracts (modified petal-like leaves) hold small, tubular flowers. Each true flower is white and has a dark spot at the end, which makes it look like a parrot's tongue. Native …
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Pink jasmine is an evergreen, twining climber native to China. It produces an abundance of light pink flower buds in late winter and early spring, followed by masses of fragrant, trumpet-shaped, star-like white flowers. The plant bears compound leaves with five to seven leaflets. They are dark green on the upper surface and a lighter green on the lower. Pink jasmine is very vigorous and can grow …
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… ) and tuberose ( Polianthes). By starting these tender bulbs indoors, they will have a head start before being gradually introduced to balmy outdoor conditions. After May 15 the containers …
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… a prairie, and a river. So put on your walking shoes, and let’s begin! A good place to start is on the north end of the Garden by the Learning Campus, conveniently located near parking … wall borders the highway and along with the grassy berm, absorbs much of the vehicular noise from the other side. On this summer day as on most, the sound of traffic is a subdued hum … Dundee Road). We draw near the William Pullman Plant Evaluation Garden and step inside for a quick tour. In the cooling shade there, a variety of plants create a living canvas of greens, …
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… Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris) (Brassica rapa) Brussel sprouts (Brassica oleracea) “We start planting brassicas, such as broccoli and cauliflower, the third and fourth week in July,” … Think about harvesting for Thanksgiving,” Hilgenberg says. Whether you sow cool-season crops from seeds, or buy transplants from your local garden center, they should be placed in fertile, evenly moist soil that receives …
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