… The purple large-leaf European beech cultivar originated in Germany before 1877. Its glossy dark leaves emerge purple and turn purplish green as the … Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for the vast majority of cultivars used in landscaping. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collections contain three species but more than two …
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… emerges as a metallic purple that matures to a green-purple and changes to a copper color in the fall. A wide range of cultivars of the European beech have been developed, many of which … Fagus sylvatica or the European beech, accounts for the vast majority of cultivars used in landscaping. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collections contain three species but more than two …
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… and very fragrant. The stems stand 4 to 7 feet tall with up to 40 down-facing flowers per stem in mid to late summer. It may have additional secondary buds on the stem, which can increase the … of this lily makes it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies love full sun but will do well in partial shade. They tolerate hot summer days, as long as the bulbs are deep enough to remain …
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… stripe on the reverse side. The stems stand 3 to 4 feet tall, each bearing 12 to 20 blooms in mid summer. Tiger Babies is an Asiatic hybrid. Asiatic hybrids are the easiest lilies to grow, … of this lily make it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies love full sun but will do well in partial shade. They tolerate hot summer days, as long as the bulbs are deep enough to remain …
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… with deep rose centers and a speckling of red spots. The blooms are outfacing and fragrant in mid to late summer. The stems stand only 18 to 24 inches high. This is a dwarf oriental … of this lily makes it a lovely addition to the garden. Lilies love full sun, but will do well in partial shade. They tolerate hot summer days, as long as the bulbs are deep enough to remain …
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… acidic soil and is intolerant of alkaline soil to the point of potentially severe chlorosis. In the generally alkaline soils of northeastern Illinois, substantial soil amendment may be … that produce fruit we all know as acorns. Within the white oak group, acorns mature annually; in the red oak group, acorns take two years to mature (biennial). Oaks are often imposing shade …
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… An autumn visit to the fruit and vegetable garden in search of late-season surprises can be rewarding. For it's at this time that all those plants … rind of the developing watermelons. Casaba Melon Melons can be difficult for some growers in the Chicago area since they demand warm soil and long baking days in full sun. 'Sungold' is a 5- to 7-pound casaba melon well-suited to Northern gardens' shorter …
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… used to settle stomachs. The plant's rhizome, or its underground stem, is its useful part. In its native India, a tea is made from the peeled, grated, or minced rhizome; cinnamon; and … Ginger tea is good for colds and flu. Mints Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) is included in the large group of wild and hybridized plants. The antiseptic menthol gives mint its fragrance … bronchial inflammation, feverish colds, and headaches. The lemony leaves are delicious raw in salads. Wild bergamot ( Monarda didyma ) Infused as a drink by the Oswego Indians; this bit …
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… New! Houseplants are a great way to brighten up your home. In this workshop, learn about things to consider before repotting, good root health, and the …
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… the concept of Prairie School landscape architect Jens Jensen. At the time of its completion in 1908, the conservatory was considered revolutionary for the presentation of the plant …
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