… with the deep green color of the older needles. This small tree will mature at 20' in height and 10' in width when grown in partial shade in soils that are well drained and acidic in pH. …
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… Pollinators love the honey scented nectar ensuring a continuing attraction for insects and hummingbirds in the garden. Plant Verbena in full sun, average soils, and after establishment, water only during periods of drought. …
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… have foundation plantings that need revamping. Learn the principles of good foundation design and view examples of plants that work well, reduce maintenance, and provide multi-seasonal interest. Good design will improve the curb appeal of your home, thus …
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… great place to start. Review a variety of engaging children’s books that introduce core ideas and concepts. Learn how to pair them with science investigations to promote NGSS learning and Common Core across all ages (including adults). CPDUs: 6, Gateways: 6 Grade level: preK – 12 …
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… Fermented foods are both healthy and a great way to reduce food waste. Join this hands-on class to learn about different types of … will quickly put your new knowledge to action by preparing different fermentations to taste and take home with you. Instructor TBD Farm on Ogden, 3555 Ogden Avenue, Chicago …
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… habit, its late-summer flowers that are fragrant, like cilantro—very unusual for a grass—and its orange-tinged fall color,” says Dr. James Ault, director of ornamental plant research. At home, he grows it alongside lilies, coneflowers, and taller perennials. …
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… the warmer months on this nonhardy perennial bred for dwarf size, excellent lateral branches, and larger-than-normal flowers. Butterflies and bees are attracted to the nectar. Plant 'Anbluim' in full sun when nighttime low temperatures …
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… This cultivar was raised by John Dalrymple and was named for the Glasnevin Botanical Garden in Ireland. It features tiny, fragrant, … especially attractive to butterflies. It grows to a height of about eight feet with full sun and benefits from pruning in the spring. …
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… In spring, the new leaves emerge beet-red, fade to greenish-bronze on top, and remain purple on the undersides. The stems are even purple too! In late summer, golden … flowers are produced just above the compact mound of foliage. The flowers are orange/gold and bloom in mid summer. …
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… in late summer with small white-lavender flowers. It can grow in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, fertile soils. Useful as groundcover for controlling erosion, it naturalizes by rhizomes and can become aggressive. …
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