… into July, with some repeat flowering later in the season. Between 'Olympiade's' height (up to 8 feet) and <em>Weigela's</em> tolerance for heaving pruning, it's particularly well-suited … hummingbirds love <em>Weigelas.</em>, and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements. Just give them …
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… open, Java Red's flowers are decidedly pink. New foliage has a strong burgundy tint, maturing to dark green with a burgundy overcast by midsummer. At maturity, arcing canes that often touch … hummingbirds love <em>Weigela</em>, and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. …
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… abundant, long-lasting bloom of a Weigela into almost any sunny space in the yard. In addition to the masses unfading pink flowers from late spring into early summer, she also offers some … and hummingbirds love Weigela , and so do gardeners. For a plant that gives you so much to look at, they're very easy to care for. No particular disease or pest problems. No special soil requirements.No deadheading. …
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… Meet us at the intersection of the life sciences and art—and learn how to turn biology into poetry! Join scientific poet Dan Simpson and poetic scientist Sam … Garden experts, for a creative short walk (weather permitting), using the Garden’s setting to inspire your own experimental verse. Ages 10 & up with a caregiver; adults only may also …
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… Cozy up to some good books as we explore culturally inclusive science and nature picture books. We will … science books depicting people of color and pair these books with science activities to investigate patterns in nature, ecosystems, plants and animals, and environmental justice. …
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… at The Orchid Show of Wonders . See what it takes (a bit of brawn, a lot of imagination) to wrap 10,000 blooming orchids into carnival and circus attractions, including Ferris wheel … seats, a big top, and unicycles on tight ropes. Don’t miss the whimsical displays, February 10 to March 24. …
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… New! Learn to identify some of the pollen and different nectar plants your bees are using to make honey in northern Illinois. How weather and other factors affect the taste of the honey …
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… cuisine, and they make an impressive edible gift. In this hands-on cooking class, discover how to make and take home a jar of preserved lemons. Learn to use the lemons in farro and preserved lemon salad. Emily Paster, cookbook author and blogger …
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… Houseplants should be gradually acclimated to indoor conditions and brought inside before the Chicago area’s first anticipated frost of … seriously diseased plants. Sequester new plants from those that grow indoors year-round to prevent disease or insect contamination. …
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… Bobby Kennedy the styles of landscape architecture depicted in the play, including where to find examples of them in Chicagoland. Click here to reserve your seat . …
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