… you grow zucchini, pumpkins, cucumbers, or melons, you need pollinators if you want the plants to produce fruit. That’s because those plants produce separate male and female flowers. For … or running your hand over them if you do not see fruit forming.) Bees and other insects will visit tomato and pepper flowers in search of nectar and while doing so, they’ll also aid … they are “pollen-free” varieties). And you can save and roast the seeds if the birds don’t get them first. Perennials for Pollinators If space allows, consider planting a mixed border of …
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… A Janet Meakin Poor Research Symposium Friday, October 26, 2012 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Click here for more information. …
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… Overcome Your Three Biggest Fears Every gardener has their fear when it comes to growing food, rational or not—fear of failure, fear of bugs or critters (in my case, spiders), … organically, but not sure if your yard qualifies? The Strategy: Send for a Soil Test It’s the best way to get the scoop on what’s really happening underground before you plant—even advanced …
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… & Sunshine Enterprise’s 12-week Community Business Academy. Windy City Harvest has incubated 26 farm businesses, 7 are currently in the program & 11 have graduated to proudly operate … Urban agriculture specifically in the South and West sides of our city. Encouraging the best lives for everyone, well-being and health through sustainably and organically grown fresh … beneficials, herbs and selective natives. We’re excited to support farming in a new way. Join us in supporting our neighborhoods and communities Former incubated businesses …
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… look closely at your orchids all that often when they're not in bloom. Spring is the time to examine each plant with a critical eye to assess the need for repotting. It's also when you'll see the new growth that signals emergence from the dormant cycle—the best time for repotting. Is it new? Holiday gift orchids or newly-purchased plants are often … the pot. Pour fresh bark mix around the plant, using a dowel or blunt knife to work it all the way down and between the freshly separated roots. Water thoroughly. Then test your patience: wait …
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… Ask any of our horticulturists to name the most important job in their gardens right now and they’ll all answer the same way: "Weeding." In this month's Smart Gardener , we take on the topic that gardeners love to … those who forget to wear gloves and goggles while removing it. Like all weeds, buckthorn is best removed when small. Dig the plant up entirely. Not sure if that sapling is a buckthorn? …
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… Q. What shrubs can be grown in the shade? A. It is best to determine the level of shade in your garden prior to purchasing plants for that area. Deep shade is generally defined as an area receiving little to no sun. Partially …
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… the Lavender,” based on the plant’s texture, scent, beauty, and versatility. It’s a bit tricky to grow lavender in the Midwest . Most of the 28-plus species of lavender are not reliably hardy … angustifolia ) , and Spanish or French lavender (L. stoechas or L. dentata) . On your next visit to the Garden , drop by the Thomas English Walled Garden or Sensory Garden, take a deep … lavender. The scent of memory Yes, lavender is calming. But it might work in a different way than you think. Smell is connected deeply to memory, so a familiar scent can conjure feelings …
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… . We are studying the structure of some of the pollen grains; the remainder has been banked to pollinate future titan arum blooms. During August 2015, more than 75,000 people visited Spike, … world and exotic plants. We are humbled and grateful to all who cheered Spike on, watching for bloom on the webcam, and visiting us daily. Spike thoroughly captivated and amazed our staff … Greenhouse. Growth Chart Date: Height: 8/29/15 68" 8/28/15 68" 8/27/15 68" 8/26/15 68" 8/25/15 68" 8/24/15 68" 8/23/15 67.75" 8/22/15 67.5" 8/21/15 66" 8/20/15 65.25" 8/19/15 …
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