… This is a compact, deciduous shrub that will grow to a height of 6’ with a similar spread. It can … the Chicago Botanic Garden. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… from mid-spring into summer, the buds open to reveal bright pinkish-red flowers. And this bush is no fragile beauty. It's hardy to Zone 3, meaning it can handle winter temperatures down to … flowers at risk. </p> Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… There aren't that many Weigela with something to offer when they aren't in bloom, but 'Suzanne' is one. First she gives you a mix of pink and white flowers on the same bush, for a spring … year's flowers at risk. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… From late June into July, 'White Knight' Weigela is covered with clusters of pure-white, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers. The show may go on for … year's flowers at risk. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… This wisteria is native to Asia. It can grow to 25’ in length with an 8’ spread. It blooms in May with 6-12” … dislike being transplanted. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… February is such an exciting month for gardeners—time for the first seeds to get started indoors, and time … seed germination test to help hedge their bets and get the most out of every seed. The process is easy—so easy that you can get the kids interested in it as a fun germination experiment . … a cookie sheet or tray in a single layer. Set the tray in a warm spot (top of the refrigerator is classic). Calculate your seed germination percentage Check the seeds every day. Re-mist if the …
Type: Plant Info
… mapping, and labeling—at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The overarching goal of the department is to enhance the connection between people and plants. Jessica and her staff are responsible for … custom-built plant records database along with several other disparate databases; now Jessica is leading a cross-departmental effort to migrate the Garden’s collective data to BRAHMS, a … worked in plant records at Descanso Gardens in California and The Dawes Arboretum in Ohio. She is thrilled to be at the Garden and back in her hometown of Chicago. …
Type: Staff bio
… giving and receiving plants of the holiday season. One plant I would like to keep year-round is the amaryllis. Please explain how to do this. A. Many plants can have an extended life well … tips to keep your plant blooming. Plant your amaryllis bulb in a soilless mix in a pot that is as wide as it is tall, with one-third of the bulb above soil level. Water thoroughly. Place the pot in bright, …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. Is it possible to grow dwarf citrus trees indoors in the winter without a greenhouse? I have a … will be opened in cold weather. Reduce watering during winter months. Water only when the soil is dry to the touch. Provide supplemental humidity. This is essential, especially when the plants are in bloom. Overly dry air will cause them to drop …
Type: Plant Info
… Q. How do I grow roses? A. Select a rose that is cold-hardy for your region. Provide a site with full sunlight (six hours or more), good air circulation, and well-drained soil that is high in organic matter. Roses are best planted in the spring, although they can be …
Type: Plant Info
