… important one: in Chicago, all of our water for drinking, cleaning, and recreation comes from Lake Michigan. If we waste water, then we waste the lake. It is that simple. The Water … Botanic Garden, we would also like people to understand the importance of conserving water from our lakes and other sources. Obviously this game was created for Chicago residents, but the … the beads in their cups as they move around the board. Players place their markers on “Start.” Each player rolls the die; the player with the highest roll goes first. If there is a …
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… its head; the female has a black patch. Sometime around the end of winter, Downy Woodpeckers start drumming to establish territories and attract mates. The female chooses a dead tree or …
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… for her large-scale interventions in public spaces, Raquel Rodrigo detaches embroidery from its traditional textile origins and reinterprets it as an artistic expression linked to … art and craftsmanship. Her work invites the audience to reconnect with cultural heritage from a modern perspective, questioning how tradition can evolve within contemporary society while … among others. ARTIST STATEMENT My work is characterized by the detachment of embroidery from its traditional textile context, reimagining it as an artistic expression in public spaces. …
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… that the angle and intensity of sunlight differ in early spring and midsummer, as well as from morning to afternoon. Is it possible to limb up the lower branches of existing trees to … threatening. Some insects, for example, feed on leaves only in early spring and are then gone from the garden. Assess if the damage is cosmetic or life-threatening. When you find damage, have … is necessary, choose the least toxic approach first. For example, a strong stream of water from a hose (or a rainstorm) is great for washing away aphids. If you find a pest, check for the …
Type: Plant Info
… that the angle and intensity of sunlight differ in early spring and midsummer, as well as from morning to afternoon. Is it possible to remove the lower branches of existing trees to bring … threatening. Some insects, for example, feed on leaves only in early spring and are then gone from the garden. Assess if the damage is cosmetic or life-threatening. When you find damage, have … is necessary, choose the least toxic approach first. For example, a strong stream of water from a hose (or a rainstorm) is great for washing away aphids. If you find a pest, check for the …
Type: Plant Info
… before. We can have varieties of tulips that bloom early, mid-, and late-season,” Pollak said. From the time they push up leaves, the bulbs may take two to four weeks or more to flower. When … favorites: Daffodils Daffodils are among the easiest bulbs to grow indoors. They range in size from 6 inches to more than a foot tall. “I teach a lot of dish garden classes,” Pollak said. “I … outstanding fragrance that fills the room.” Grown indoors in January, they typically bloom from Valentine’s Day to late February. Each bulb produces thick succulent leaves and a central …
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… the top growing shoot; lateral shoots will develop in a few weeks. Allow any extra shoots from the base of the stem to grow since they too will develop a bushier form. If any one cane … other begonias, but fungal disorders can certainly set in if plants are too crowded, watered from overhead or have poor air circulation. Watch out for mealybugs on foliage; control them by …
Type: Plant Info
… online suppliers that will deliver live plants directly to your door. We sourced the plants to start our garden through the Illinois Native Plant Society’s native plant sales lists that take place usually from March through June. On many occasions we consulted with master gardeners and horticulture … making our garden an intentionally well-designed, artful “rewilding.” We also drew inspiration from Piet Oudolf whose award-winning projects such as the Lurie Garden in Millennium Park and the …
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… for flower-feeding butterflies, bees, and other insects. This woody perennial ranges in size from 2 to more than 5 feet tall. The sweet-smelling flowers form on long panicles that may be … or like pompoms. As cut flowers, they’re long-lasting in a vase. Plants range in height from 12 inches to more than 4 feet tall. All are easy to grow from seed. A bonus: goldfinches seek the seeds in August and September. Dahlia From tiny, …
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… on this tree. Here in the Chicago area, we need to take special care to protect our trees from cold temperatures and windy conditions. Prior to bringing in your tropical trees and tucking … “N” in N.P.K.-based fertilizers— stimulates foliage growth. As fall approaches, we want to start sending energy to the roots, so using a “bloom” fertilizer with higher phosphorous and … Our winter cleanup on all deciduous trees entails the following: Removing all the old foliage from the deciduous trees. This is most often done with tweezers to prevent any damage to the …
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