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  • … foliage from late June through the end of September on this F1 hybrid with exceptional vigor and resistance to pests and diseases. Cleome thrives in full sun and in average soils. …
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  • … of spectacular this season? Corri White, Chicago Botanic Garden horticulturist of the Rose and Dwarf Conifer Gardens, shows you best methods for feeding your roses to make them healthy, and the envy of all your friends and family. …
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  • … The Korean Maple can grow up to 25 feet in height dappled shade and moderate moisture conditions. Hot, dry sites should be avoided. In April it produces insignificant purple and green flowers. In the fall it has nice red, orange, and yellow foliage. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … This semi-woody plant, a "dieback shrub," grows quickly to 3 to 6 feet in full sun and well drained soil. It has bluish-green, trifoliate, clover-like leaves. Its branches arch gracefully and are loaded with rosy-purple, pea-like flowers in August and September. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Using pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets helps create a dazzling display in a garden, around an entry or on a patio, deck, or balcony. You will explore containers, potting mixes, planting techniques, and plant choice.  Nina Koziol, horticulturist and writer Classroom 4, Learning Center …
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  • … being outside, in nature, or even viewing a well-maintained landscape can have positive mental and physical effects. Too often as we age, limitations in strength, mobility, and stamina can reduce our enjoyment of our yards and gardens. Join us for some ideas to extend your garden enjoyment for years to come and adapt …
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  • … New! Learn about the theory and practice of engaging with plants and nature as a tool for wellness. The history, theoretical foundations, and current research will be covered. Experience the benefits of therapeutic horticulture …
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  • … many ways to incorporate more nature into your space. Learn how to include more natural items and themes across your classroom and curriculum no matter your budget, and how to create a stimulating nature station for year-round use. Take away ideas for enhancing …
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  • … Oeschberg Amaranthus Deep red to maroon flower/seed spikes top off the burgundy leaves and stems on this annual that thrives in the heat and humidity of summer. Song birds (and people) find the amaranth seeds tasty in the fall while the colorful flowers and foliage …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … botanical claim to fame: its perfect flowers. That means that the flowers have both male and female parts and one plant alone can produce fruit. Plant Bailumn bittersweet in full sun and average soil where it will grow 15-25 feet and produce greenish-white flowers in May-June …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant