… was 48.1 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 8.7 degrees below normal. What did the cold weather mean for our plants? Luckily, nothing devastating. Early bloomers, like winter aconite, crocus, and … of May. Higan cherry ( Prunus subhirtella ‘Autumnalis’) Cherries: Mid-April is prime time for cherries here. They have their own festival in Washington, D.C., and in 2018, they reached … Garden began to keep track of first blooms on our grounds more than 25 years ago, this is the latest we’ve ever seen forsythia bloom. Late bloomers have now all started to exit their winter …
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… "flamingo flowers" throughout the year. It is pollinated by a number of tropical bees that visit the pollen sacs in a spiral up the inflorescence. The seeds are contained in a berry with …
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… the spread of diseases. A number of different taxa of pollinating and nectar feeding insects visit the flowers throughout the growing season while hummingbirds have also been seen. 2020 – …
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… of the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden; she came from Windy City Harvest as the McCormick Place rooftop coordinator and has an extensive knowledge of edible landscaping with over ten … of the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden; she came from Windy City Harvest as the McCormick Place rooftop coordinator and has an extensive knowledge of edible landscaping with over ten …
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… An Herbal Fix for Winter Doldrums The winter solstice arrives on December 21. It marks the official start of … ahead. DIY Herbal Facial Steam Take time out for an herbal facial. First, wash your face. Place dried or fresh herbs (1 tablespoon of lavender, rosemary, mint or chamomile) in a large … young cooks to know and grow. They can pick, rinse, and pat dry fresh whole basil leaves and place them on homemade or store-bought pizza, or add them to pasta sauce. Food stores often have …
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… oasis, offering respite from the pressures of day-to-day activities. The garden is also a place where you can reflect on your day—or your life—and be one with nature. Here are some ideas for using your own outdoor sanctuary as a welcome escape. Take a Seat A comfortable chair or … a niche in a building. It offers a sense of protection as opposed to sitting out in the open. Place it so you can gaze into a view that will capture your imagination. Place your hands on your …
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… of 50 feet with a spread of 25 feet. This sugar maple cultivar is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … or samaras, matures in the fall. Autumn color is a beautiful golden-orange-red. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall …
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… reach a height of 50 feet with a spread of 35 feet. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … winged fruit, or samaras, matures in the fall. Autumn color is orange red to red. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall …
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… reach a height of 30 feet with a similar spread. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … or samaras, matures in the fall. Autumn color starts early and is a bright red. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall …
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… reach a height of 60 feet with a 45 foot spread. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … is highly variable, ranging from orange to scarlet, but it is always outstanding. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall …
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