… This specimen evergreen perennial grows to a height of 3 feet with partial to full shade and moist soil conditions. …
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… This evergreen conifer needs full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions to reach a height of 4 feet. …
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… but well-drained soil. Divide when the clumps of corms have become so congested they start to push up to the surface of the soil. Interplant corms with companion plants that begin growth late in the season to accommodate the luxuriant spring foliage and provide a backdrop for the flowers in fall. …
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… structure in winter. Common names for amelanchier include juneberry and serviceberry and refer to the blueberry-like fruit edible by humans and much beloved by birds. The species range from small trees to large shrubs, usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their native habitats, … are best used in a naturalistic setting in the home landscape. Amelanchiers are native to temperate areas of North America and, to a lesser extent, of Asia and Europe. The genus …
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… shieldleaf Rodgersia stands out. The round leaves look like giant nasturtium leaves two to three feet across. They're a beautiful fresh light green in spring, maturing to a rich green by mid summer. And the white, astilbe-like flowers can reach five feet tall, a dramatic presence in the shade. In the shade garden, Rodgersias give you a bold counterpoint to the delicate airy foliage common to so many shade plants in our area. The leaves of certain …
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… resemble the shape of a parasol. Young leaves emerge with a red tint. Fall foliage color tends to be a mix of yellow and orange. The genus Spiraea consists of small to medium sized flowering shrubs with a fine-textured twiggy mounding habit. The small simple leaves are generally lance-shaped and held close to the branch. Spring to early summer abundant blooms tend to be in white or pink tones, …
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… This Asian native spirea grows to a height of 4’ with a similar spread. It blooms in late spring with clusters of white flowers. In fall the foliage turns orange red. The genus Spiraea consists of small to medium sized flowering shrubs with a fine-textured twiggy mounding habit. The small simple leaves are generally lance-shaped and held close to the branch. Spring to early summer abundant blooms tend to be in white or pink tones, …
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… Create a charming rustic reindeer of willow. The reindeer has an overall height of 4 to 5 feet from its hooves to the tips of its antlers. Please bring a hammer, hand pruners, and work gloves. No experience necessary. To register for the Holiday Tree class at the same time, call (847) 835-6874. Bim Willow, …
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… The grounds around the school can provide all the nature you need to support NGSS life sciences in a meaningful way. From weed population studies to animal behavior investigations and even habitat design, teachers can find lots of opportunities to apply science around the school, and we’ll show you how. CPDUs: 6, Gateways: 6 Grade level: …
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… Strawberries are a delicious addition to your home garden. Learn techniques to grow your own strawberries and discover the differences among June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral varieties. Fee includes 25 plants to start your own strawberry patch. Please dress for the weather. Gardening gloves are …
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