… ice? Has your mood gone south, leaving you wishing that you could, too? What, with the world’s best antidepressant right out your front door? The magic elixir is a winter walk. And the Chicago … all of them kept clear of snow and ice, with a number of mapped-out walks ranging from 1 to 2.3 miles. A hidden gem, the path along Spider Island is just the place for a peaceful winter … health as in winter. A winter walk is the cure for cabin fever. And more than that, it’s the way to reshape the way you think about winter. Winter doesn’t have to be a sentence to months of …
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… Plants Some plants provide treats. Others can be tricksters. Check out our infographic below to get the scoop on spooky plants. Visit the Garden this fall to meet them in person... if you dare. Happy Halloween For more …
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… Q: We would like to give plants as gifts during the holidays but aren’t sure how to transport them. Do you have … protects them against breakage. Be sure the plants are placed in a stable location on the way home. If you plan to transport multiple plants, it’s a good idea to use a box to carry them. … or allowed to sit in a cold car for any length of time. To unwrap a holiday plant, it is best to set the plant on a stable surface and carefully tear or cut the wrapper from the bottom …
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… Reciprocal Admissions Reciprocal Privileges Garden membership is your passport to America’s garden treasures Receive special admission privileges at gardens, arboreta, and … garden has its own unique admissions policies and hours of operation, so please check ahead to get the most current information. The American Horticultural Society administers the reciprocal admissions program. Please visit their website for additional information ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rap/ . The …
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… do I take care of it? A. Bonsai are small specimens of regular trees or shrubs trained in pots to grow into beautiful shapes. This is an ancient horticultural art form and a number of plants are appropriate for use as bonsai. Traditionally, each bonsai is grown to a clearly defined style. In order for … too much of a shock to put your bonsai outside without a slow period of acclimatization. The best procedure now would be to place it in your sunniest window, water when the soil is dry (this …
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… robust soils are the cornerstone of a successful garden. The simplest and most effective way to build healthy soils is through the proper use of mulches as a soil amendment. We will go over the benefits of mulch, different types of mulches for various garden situations, sources for mulches, and methods for producing your own …
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… Q. For the best spring flower display, when should I fertilize my tulip and daffodil bulbs? A. To … bed with a balanced, 10-10-10 or 10-15-10 slow-release fertilizer. Lightly cultivate the soil to disperse the fertilizer, or water it in well. Apply fertilizer to the top of the soil instead …
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… Q. Where is the best location to plant a redbud? A. Eastern redbud ( Cercis canadensis ), is a lovely early spring blooming tree that is relatively small in habit and appropriate for small yards. They should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. …
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… Q. When is the best time of the year to spray my garden for insects? A. Before you consider using any pesticide in your garden, you must first determine … toxic to humans and harmful to the environment. If a chemical treatment is necessary, it is best to pursue the least toxic options first. …
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… 14 Enabling Garden 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. September 25 Searle Courtyard 2 – 7 p.m. September 26 Rose Terrace, Linden Allee & Beer Garden 2:30 – 6:30 p.m. September 27 Rose Terrace, Linden … 14 Enabling Garden 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. September 25 Searle Courtyard 2 – 7 p.m. September 26 Rose Terrace, Linden Allee & Beer Garden 2:30 – 6:30 p.m. September 27 Rose Terrace, Linden …
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