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  • … while the flowers attract butterflies and honey bees. Deadhead flowers earlier in the season to insure a bountiful supply of bloom from late summer into fall. …
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  • … an excellent hanging basket or annual ground cover in Chicago area gardens but have been known to be invasive in warmer climates. Small white flowers in summer are not showy but if pollinated …
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  • … eye in July and August. Parents of this cultivar originate in the Himalayas from Western China to Nepal at 11,000 feet elevation on stony alpine meadows. Grow this plant in full sun and …
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  • … a very sunny location, exceptionally well drained soils, and little if any water in winter (to avoid root rot). The bright red fruits are edible and a favorite of birds. …
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  • … as cut flowers. Plant this dahlia in full sun and in rich, moisture-retentive soils and stake to support the weight of the flowers. …
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  • … flowers that are lightly fragrant. It reaches a height of about 2 feet and blooms in mid- to late spring. Narcissus should be planted in average, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial …
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  • … well-kept garden and a landscape that gets ahead of you. You will have a hands-on opportunity to practice what you learn, so bring along a pair of pruners. Perfect for all skill levels.  Tim …
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  • … Large pink flowers are produced virtually continuously from late spring to the first hard frosts of fall on this non-hardy perennial. Plant in full sun, average soils. …
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  • … issues, discover a technique for estimating population sizes, and learn about monarch tagging to track migration.  ISBE PD Hours: 6, Gateways 6 Grade level: preK – 12 Linnaeus Room, …
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  • … your dishes with a pop of briny caviar. Discover unique flavor combinations by adding caviar to baked potatoes, cold avocado soup, and deviled eggs. Take caviar out of fancy restaurants and …
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