… foliage, and long stems topped with a single, large flower. This beautiful shrub grows up to 5 feet high with full sun to partial shade and moderate moisture conditions. From May through October, it produces lightly …
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… improvement over many older varieties. Descended from native parents, this plant is not fussy to soils as long as it is relatively well-drained and planted in full- to partial-sun locations. …
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… in the summer months. Bluecrop blueberry is a self-pollinating blueberry that was bred to produce large berries and high yields. It prefers moist acidic soils but will tolerate average soils with additional watering. It can grow to eight feet in height and width and can form a hedge or screen if desired. …
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… tallgrass prairie, Cup Plant ( Silphium perfoliatum ) is an attractive perennial that grows 4 to 10 feet tall. It has large 8-inch-long leaves that are cupped and can hold water (hence its name). In late summer into early fall it produces 3- to 4-inch flowers resembling sunflowers. Cup Plant prefers full sun and loamy soil; it attracts …
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… shade; too much shade will result in a loose, thin look. During heavy snows, use a broom to brush off excess snow to prevent the branches from bending too far. …
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… agnus-castus ) blooms throughout the Chicago Botanic Garden from July through October. Similar to butterfly bush ( Buddleja davidii ) in the Chicago area, chaste tree is considered a dieback shrub. During winter, stems die to the ground, but the roots survive and produce new growth the following spring. Chaste tree is …
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… You will gain unity, depth, and clarity in your work from this process. Also, explore how to control “lost” and “found” edges to achieve a special look in your work. A supply list will be sent. The School's CEUs=12 hours …
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… In this cooking class, learn how to harvest, clean, cut, and prepare both the colorful beetroot and its gorgeous greens. Discover how to use both the beet greens and beet root with a variety of cooking techniques. Enjoy dishes like …
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… rich culinary traditions of India in this demonstration cooking class, where you will learn to prepare historic recipes using traditional clay cookware. Discover the diversity of Indian … aromatic basmati rice with turmeric and fresh vegetables; and a refreshing yogurt dip to complete the meal. Gain insights into nutritional value and cooking techniques that celebrate …
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… Watercolor is a luminous, beautiful medium. Learn to pair the delicacy and gestural brushwork of watercolor with expressive line work in pen; and add depth and vibrancy to your watercolor paintings with the enhancement of colored pencil. Some experience with …
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