… U.S. marshals, integrated William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans. Through activism and her foundation, Bridges shows how giving all students access to careers in science, math, and technology can inspire environmental and social change. Generously supported by …
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… New Caledonia, in the south Pacific. The fronds of this tree can grow to be up to 12 feet long and the tree overall can reach a height and width of 20 feet. The fruits of this tree are egg-sized and turn red, making them equally showy. This tree is not hardy in Chicago. …
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… mum. This hardy cultivar does not need pinching or staking to reach the mature height and spread of 2 feet by 2 feet in the garden, and it often produces an early flush of flowers in July in addition to the spectacular main display from September through early November. Like all mums, butterflies and other insects that feed on nectar find this plant irresistible. …
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… shrub. It is easy to grow in moist, rich, well- drained soils in full sun to part shade and performs well in areas with cool summer climates. Amur maple makes an unusual specimen tree or shrub; its light green leaves turn yellow and red in the fall. This is a small tree which can reach a mature height and spread of 20 feet. Its name, 'Ruby Slippers' refers to its bright red samaras which appear in …
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… leaves emerge early. The plant grows 9 feet in height with a spread exceeding its height, and it is highly admired for its wonderful horizontal branches. Use the Japanese maple as a specimen plant. May and June bring small reddish-purple flowers. The samaras, or winged fruits, mature in fall and turn a rich red. This maple is one of the cut-leaf or lace leaf varieties. The foliage …
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… called the "bee." It will reach about three feet in height, prefers full sun or light shade, and needs well-drained soil that is not allowed to dry out. Cultivated delphiniums require regular fertilizing and dead-heading, and even with "TLC" tend to be short-lived. …
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… of a series of recent crosses made between the common hardy foxglove ( Digitalis purpurea ) and Digitalis canariensis , from the Canary Islands. The latter was formerly listed in the genus … cultivars were released under the name "Digiplexis". Plant this foxglove in partial shade and in moist, well-drained soils; mulch to retain soil moisture. All parts of the plants contain cardiac glycosides and other bio-active compounds. …
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… white edged leaves. It is a sport of H . 'Halcyon.' Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta …
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… narrow yellow foliage with wavy, creamy margins. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta …
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… with green foliage, suitable as an edging plant. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. Although they produce flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new introductions abound. Hosta …
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