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  • … basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most … derive moisture and nutrients from the air and support from another plant; few orchids grow in soil. Orchids usually prefer a diurnal temperature fluctuation -- meaning warmer days and …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals -- often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most … derive moisture and nutrients from the air and support from another plant; few orchids grow in soil. Orchids usually prefer a diurnal temperature fluctuation -- meaning warmer days and …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … the basic form of the flower, which consists of three petals surrounded by three sepals—often in dramatic and contrasting colors and in a variety of shapes and sizes. Although some orchids are native to temperate zones, most … derive moisture and nutrients from the air and support from another plant; few orchids grow in soil. Orchids usually prefer a diurnal temperature fluctuation—meaning warmer days and cooler …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … New! Welcome the early growing season in this combination gardening and cooking class. Start by learning how to grow spring salad … spring onions. Because many of these edibles have very small root systems, they can be grown in pots as well. Then, bring the garden into the kitchen with recipes such Caesar salad spears, …
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  • … mince. Learn proper methods of cooking rice, vegetables, chicken, fish, and even a pan sauce in recipes such as veggie-flecked rice pilaf, Indonesian peanut chicken, brown tilapia, cumin … July 6, to round out your newly acquired skill set. Techniques and recipes will be different in each class. Prepare for cooking on your own with one class; learn more by taking both classes. …
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  • … has very specific requirements for blooming. This plant prefers to spend the summer outside in a shady location. Around mid-September, move it inside so that it can enter its pre-flowering … resting period and again prefer cool temperatures and dry soil. During April and May, keep it in bright, indirect light at room temperature and water only when dry. …
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  • … and vegetable-sponges (luffa) . Harvest ornamental gourds after they have matured on the vine, in late summer or early fall. A hard, glossy, brightly colored shell and a withered vine … Be careful to handle the gourd carefully; bruises, scratches, or punctures may result in discoloration and decomposition. The curing time depends on the type of gourd. Please contact …
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  • … as clear glass bowls, teacups, holiday ceramics, seashells, driftwood, and ornaments. Use moss in your chosen container to help anchor the shallow roots of  Tillandsia . To make magnets, glue … water and an occasional diluted fertilizer, maintain at average home temperatures, and place in a bright spot away from direct sunlight. Repotting is not usually necessary. …
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  • … age. Firs can be distinguished from pines and spruces by the needles, which are flat or ovoid in cross-section and slightly curved; and the cones, which are upright and persist on the tree … turning violet-blue and appearing even on young trees. Korean firs may not be easy to grow in areas with clay soil and they don't like excessive heat or air pollution. They require good, …
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  • … blows, creating a really remarkable spectacle. A number of Autumn Fantasy maples are planted in the West Collections area (which flanks the West Road from Dixon Prairie in the south to the bridge/weir at the north end of the Garden). Fall is the perfect time to use …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant