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  • … that thrives in moderately fertile moist soils in full sun. Deadhead (remove old flower heads) to encourage continuous flowering throughout the summer and into early fall. The delicate lacy leaves bring a delicate texture to the garden while the flowers are pollinator magnets for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Native to the United States, unlike its invasive Asian cousin, the perennial bittersweet vine Bailumn has yet another botanical claim to fame: its perfect flowers. That means that the flowers have both male and female parts and one …
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  • … blooming into fall, they tolerate a light frost. Expect a mounded growth habit as they grow to 14-20 inches in height and up to 36 inches across. These mums are good for beds and containers. 2021 – Ball Horticultural …
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  • … Branches have an arching habit at maturity, often touching the ground. With a diameter of 10 to 12 feet, it's an impressive sight either as a specimen or in groups. It's also the mother of … and hummingbirds love <em>Weigela</em>, ad 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 …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … walking, and reflective dialogue, using evidence-based mindfulness practices. Learn how to use breathing, walking, and everyday awareness to cultivate calm, reduce stress, and connect more deeply with yourself and the natural world. … Dress for the weather. Class will meet in different locations in the Garden every two weeks to take advantage of the variety of outdoor pathways: May 9 and 16 in Classroom 2, Learning …
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  • … and are the primary food source for Old World bees. Another common name, wolfbane, refers to the poison made from this plant's roots, which was used to tip hunting arrows. Medicinal (and poisonous) uses of this plant date back to ancient times. What's the difference between a medicine and a poison? Dosage. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … of creatures. This class will cover most of the major midwestern animal pests, from geese to groundhogs, including some that may not be on your radar. Learn how to identify the culprit eating your plants and some simple methods for preventing and resolving …
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  • … more about pollinators, why they are important, the threats they face, and what you can do to help them. Presenters will focus on native pollinators, bees and climate change, supporting … pollinator conservation efforts. Attendees choose from three hands-on workshops related to creating pollinator habitat in your yard or neighborhood park. Alsdorf Auditorium, Regenstein …
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  • … flowers are produced on long, tapered spikes from late May until frost. This cultivar grows to a maximum of four feet in size and, like other butterfly bushes, will regrow from the root … additional flushes of flowers. Butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds are strongly attracted to the nectar produced by the flowers. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … how microclimates, soils, and season extensions affect your small space garden and learn how to use them to your advantage.  This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be …
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