… species—is perfectly at home in our Chicago area soils and climate. Simply water enough to get the plants established in a sunny location. They attract a number of pollinator insects, …
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… deviled eggs topped with fried prosciutto. Each dish is packed with flavor and guaranteed to get you out of your egg slump and into a new era of deliciousness. Meg Dhamer, private chef and …
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… to create unique botanical prints in this hands-on workshop. Learn fundamental techniques, get creative in this flexible art form, and leave with a beautiful collection of one-of-a-kind …
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… from Victorian or Gothic gardening) is having more than a moment; it’s been all the rage for years. In 2024, it was dubbed one of gardening’s trendiest topics as gardeners, new and … dark, dramatic-looking plants, but it also embraces mess, a wilder look, decay (no need to get rid of every dead flower or branch), found objects, and architectural elements like statues. … to explore the possibilities of gardening without pressure to do it “the right way.” Want to get your hands dirty? Below are plants Jess recommends for your goth gardening container; you …
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… people. Her house in the Hudson Valley was full of exotic tropicals and orchids that she cared for meticulously. And yet she was always ready to give them away when anyone showed an interest in one, which for me was every visit. She would carefully divide an established plant that she had nurtured for decades, wrap up … as you think about sharing your plant goodness with some of the people you miss seeing. Get your hands dirty in an activity that’s good for your plants and your spirit. …
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… is the Atlas moth ( Attacus atlas) , which is native to Southeast Asia. The Atlas moth lives for one to two weeks, so its main purpose after emerging from its cocoon is to mate. Most moths … other cocoons are still in the pupa emergence room, so if you do not see this moth on your visit, you may be lucky enough to see one on a return visit. We encourage you to visit often, as new butterfly species will be emerging throughout the …
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… As the days get shorter, you might be looking for off-the-beaten paths where you can soak up the rest of the season. I’ve got just the place … I’m always puzzled that so few people have discovered it. Here are just a few reasons to visit: The color purple—and more The fall colors are amazing—purple asters, yellow goldenrods, …
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… year. They are supposed to be perennial, but I lose them over the winter. Is there a trick to get mum plants to overwinter? A: Hardy mums ( Dendranthema , formerly Chrysanthemum ) come in … or cool basements and plant them in the spring. Allowing dead flowers and stems to remain for the winter to collect plant debris will help insulate the roots. Dead stems should be … spring just as new growth begins at the base of the plants. A well-drained soil is essential for their successful return in the spring. …
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… support. Left unchecked, these woody twining vines can reach 20 feet, making them great for covering arbors or shading a patio. If you're growing them for the fruit, you'll need a male as well as the females. They'll they grow well in part shade, but you'll get a better crop and more colorful foliage in full sun. A note of warning to cat owners: kiwi …
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… of the year. Zebra-leaf aloe will tolerate cold temperatures to around 25°F, making it useful for gardens in California and areas with similar climates. It would not be hardy in Chicago and would need to be taken indoors for overwintering. …
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