… spanning the border between Siberia and Mongolia, but in fact it's native from eastern Russia to Korea. The fluffy white flowers are densely packed on arching racemes that can reach 6-feet … of tightly packed flowers, often followed by conspicuous berries. NOTE: Berries are poisonous to people and rabbits; harmless to birds and butterflies. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… family and has the flavored leaves that are typical of these plants. This plant's name refers to the pink globe-shaped flower heads that look like pink balloons when it flowers. Round, … with a compact growth habit and broad strap, shaped, blue-green leaves. BALLOON BOUQUET grows to about a foot in height and about 8-10 inches wide. Unlike edible onions, the root system is a rhizome, not a bulb, and adapted to the clay soil found in many Chicago-area gardens. An advantage of rhizomatous onions is that …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… ( Aruncus dioicus ), also commonly known as bride's feathers, is a showy perennial native to woodlands and ravines in the eastern United States. In Illinois, it is only found in the wild … English Walled Garden. A bold plant with large fronds of divided foliage, it will grow 4 to 6 feet tall and wide, with foot-tall plumes of showy, cream-colored flowers that resemble those of Astilbe . Easy-to-grow goatsbeard needs partial sun; moist, organically rich soil; and lots of space! Archived …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Although prairie milkweed looks similar to common milkweed, it is less common, preferring undisturbed prairies. It is not as drought … giving the flower the appearance of a crown. The fruit is a soft, warty pod that splits open to disperse little brown seeds attached to white silky tufts of hairs that become airborne in the wind. Like common milkweed, it is a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… medium has certain characters that cannot be replaced by convenient mechanical pens. With easy-to-follow instructions, students will learn the basic techniques on how to handle the pen and ink. They will then explore two different styles: simple journal style …
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… biology education and ensuring students have the knowledge, tools, and support they need to succeed in ecological research and related fields. In my current role, I support high school, … research experiences in the Garden’s plant science department. Much of my time is devoted to overseeing the Garden’s Walder Foundation Undergraduate Internship program, a summer …
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… food your guests help assemble. This hands-on cooking class will provide you with the basics to throw a fun party. Make an IPA onion dip, find out how to create a build your own flatbread pizza bar, and make chocolate stout truffles. Alcohol will …
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… “I have a small garden, so I always try to select plants that have multiseasonal interest. This compact plant is as attractive in the … the deep green foliage turns brilliant yellow. You should definitely consider adding these to your garden!” …
Type: Plant Info
… at the Garden Shop's Holiday Market. Stroll through a curated collection of local artisans to find that one of a kind holiday treasure. Indulge in Katherine Anne Confections decadent … yourself with soothing scents of Wilder Days' nature inspired candles and treat your skin to a nourishing touch of Luna Delgado's botanical skincare. …
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… Thrives in sunny locations in soils that don't stay too soggy. Pollinators from hummingbirds to honey bees and many more are all attracted to the flowers supply of nectar and pollen. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
