… reaches a height of 4 inches and will slowly naturalize over time via self-seeding. It blooms in late winter/early spring with large, six petaled amethyst flowers. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil in full or partial sun. Tommy crocus are the only species that can survive the predation of chipmunks and squirrels in Chicago area gardens. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Bushy deep red spikes of flowers increase in size from June up to the first hard frost on this annual adapted to sunny locations and average soils. The dark reddish green foliage adds to the 'wow' factor in the landscape. Songbirds relish the seeds in fall if the spikes haven't been cut and dried for dried flower arrangements. …
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… Masses of salmon pink flowers cover this mounded begonia throughout the year in frost free environments. The dark green glossy leaves feature red stems and red undersides. Plant in soils that can be kept moist without becoming water logged. Increase fertilization (especially nitrogen) if plants are to be grown in high light locations to avoid leaf scorch. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… the Fireworks globe amaranth (Gomphrena globosa 'Fireworks') from June to the first hard frost in mid-October. Butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds are attracted to the flowers and songbirds to the seeds. Plant 'Fireworks' in full sun and in well-drained soil. …
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… Small white flowers delicately veined in green appear on short wiry stems just above the translucent 'windows' found at the tips of the … leaves. This diminutive groundcover spreads slowly over time making for an exquisite mat. Grow in full sun in well drained soils and avoid excessive water to prevent rotting of the stems and foliage. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Jewel ( Helenium 'Red Jewel') features red and orange flowers with some of the petals tipped in yellow. This cultivar will reach 36 inches in height and spread to 20 inches if grown in full sun and moist soils. It was hybridized by Bob Brown on the Isle of Wight. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… maroon to yellow, on this dwarf cultivar of a North American native beloved for its displays in fall. Plant 'Salsa' in full sun and moist soils, and provide room for the plants to reach full size. Pollinators love the flowers, and songbirds are attracted by the seeds in late fall. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Mounded plants are covered in yellow-gold, single daisy flowers sporting a dark chocolate brown center. Plant 'Yellow Polka Dot Bikini' in average soils, and water just enough to establish the root system and thereafter only during periods of drought. It flowers best in full sun; the flowers attract butterflies and other pollinating insects to the garden. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… early fall. Easily propagated by cuttings collected before the first frost and held overwinter in an very brightly lite, frost free, environment. Plant in full sun in locations that typically dry out during the height of summer for best results. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Get ready for summer grilling with enhanced flavors in the form of spice rubs and marinades in this cooking class. Taste the difference the process of brining has on meat, and take home a … Taste and take home recipes for spicy ribeye with salsa butter and chicken artichoke kabobs. In addition, participants will mix up batches of provençal herb rub and fragrant chili rub to put …
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