x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Plant Evaluation Notes

Chicago Botanic Garden

The Chicago Botanic Garden Plant Evaluation Notes (PE Notes) are reviews of recommended plants for gardens in the Upper Midwest, as determined through scientific evaluation over a period of time -- four years for perennials, six years for shrubs and vines, and seven to ten years for trees. The program studies and recommends plants that are readily available in area nurseries.

sports & recreation outdoor

All Episodes

00:00:00

An Appraisal of Pulmonaria for the Garden

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

WIth neither serious nor consistent pest problems and a host of shade applications, Lungwort can brighten an area of your yard with a variety of foliage variations and flower colors.

en

00:00:00

An Evaluation Study of Tricyrtis

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

Some of the new cultivars of Tricyrtis have become available only in the last few years from specialty nurseries in Japan and the United States. For a toad lily that really shines, try Tricyrtis formosana and T. hirta ‘Miyazaki’ because of their superior floral displays, robust habits, winter hardiness and disease resistance.

en

00:00:00

An Evaluation Report of Goldenrods for the Garden

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

This 5-year study compared ornamental traits, disease and pest resistance, and cultural adaptability of 25 species and garden hybrids of solidago, to determine the best goldenrods for Midwest gardens.

en

00:00:00

A Performance Appraisal of Hardy Sages

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

Fifteen easy to grow and pest-resistant perennial Salvia taxa were grown and evaluated at the Chicago Botanic Garden from the 1993 to 1998, to compare ornamental characteristics and to determine the best hardy sages for the Midwest. Find out which of these valuable plants is best for you.

en

00:00:00

An Evaluation Report of Selected Phlox Species and...

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

This 3-year comparative study of Phlox find that there are garden phlox that are beautiful in flower and form AND resistant to powdery mildew. By choosing the right phlox, you will be rewarded with a handsome plant and a long season of bloom.

en

00:00:00

Monarda and Powdery Mildew Resistance

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

Beebalms and bergamots are great perennials for meadows and wild gardens, along streams and ponds, in woodlands and also in the garden border. The long season of color attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds in July and August, and will capture your attention as well.

en

00:00:00

An Evaluation Report of Shrub Roses

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

Modern shrub roses hold the promise of being better plants for today’s landscapes. But which shrub roses are best suited for the gardens of the northern Midwest? This six year evaluation found three English shrub roses and seven Canadian shrub roses to be outstanding for growing in midwestern climes.

en

00:00:00

Clematis for Northern Landscapes

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

Of the 64 original clematis observed in this study, 33 are recommended for Northern landscapes, with nine taxa rated as superior for heavy flower production, high quality blossoms, exceptional ornamental characteristics, vigorous habits, winter hardiness, and disease and pest resistance.

en

00:00:00

A Performance Report of Cultivated Blazing Stars

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/07

While many blazing stars can be successfully grown locally, not all species are suitable for growing in the Chicago area. This report details which of the 16 taxa grown will work best in your yard.

en

00:00:00

Rudbeckia for Cultivated Landscapes

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/04

With a diverse range of species that are easy to grow and well-adapted to a variety of cultural situations, coneflowers endure and provide flowering enjoyment during the two hottest months of summer.

en

00:00:00

Report on Summer Flowering Annuals

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/04

Fifty-five herbaceous summer flowering annuals tested this year (1994) included 16 All American Selections (AAS). All selections are rated on a scale of 1-4 for the sum of the following qualities: flowers, plant size, peak bloom (and length of bloom), and disease and pest resistance.

en

00:00:00

Boxwoods for Northern Midwest Landscapes

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/04

Of 30 species of Buxus cultivated in the Midwest, few boxwood varieties are hardy in colder, northern sites. Ten boxwoods were evaluated in this study, with seven showing successful and appealing cultivation characteristics.

en

00:00:00

A Performance Report of Cultivated Yarrows (Achillea)

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/04

While some Achillea in this study did not prove winter-hardy, a wide variety of hybrids had outstanding performance, including 10 cultivars in colors from gold to peach to pink and lilac.

en

00:00:00

Hibiscus moscheutos Cultivars and Horticultural Hybrids

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/03

Given minimal cultural care, rose mallow cultivars thrived in this evaluation. The range of flower colors, flower sizes, foliage types and habits make this a plant worthy of a variety of landscape uses.

en

00:00:00

A Bamboo Performance Report

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/03

Bamboo can be grown successfully in the Chicago region and the Midwest, although size and coloration of bamboo canes isn't reliable in colder climates. Five species are recommended in this report.

en

00:00:00

The Evaluation and Introduction of a Unique Dwarf...

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/03

Fox Valley(TM) River Birch, Betula nigra 'Little King', proves a promising as a specimen plant, hedge, or in a shrub border. It's exfoliating bark and dense branching habit are outstanding features in the winter landscape.

en

00:00:00

Performance Appraisal of Selected Small-leaved...

Plant Evaluation Notes ·

2010/06/03

Rhododendrons can be grown with success in the Midwest. The top five performers of this five year study of small-leaved evergreen rhododendrons include 'Milestone', 'Weston's Pink Diamond', Molly Fordham', 'Laurie', and 'Pink Clusters'.

en

37 results

Similar Podcasts

Radio Foot Internationale

RFI

Road Rage with Walt Deptula 3-7pm

Walt Deptula

West of Everest: An Oklahoma Football Podcast

Lee and Grant Benson

Prepping 2.0

prepping2point0

The Push Off

Universehead Podcast Network