… management challenges, including constant dispersal of invasive species, high salinity from salt used on Lake Cook Road, and a location that prohibits any prescribed burns. Despite the … This natural area is adjacent to Lake Cook Road, so it’s visible when approaching the Garden from the west. A pedestrian path, inside the Garden, parallels approximately half of the area along the southern boundary, running from the Carr Administrative Center to the Regenstein Learning Campus. Watch this area change …
Type: Page
… Our cities and suburbs are often designed in ways that degrade the environment and alienate us from the nature that we need in a deep and fundamental way. While the recent trend in green … (including Stephen Kellert, author of the book Biophilic Design ), as well as examples ranging from the Musée du quai Branly in Paris to New York City's Grand Central Station to Seattle's own … Our cities and suburbs are often designed in ways that degrade the environment and alienate us from the nature that we need in a deep and fundamental way. While the recent trend in green …
Type: Page
… head chef position in the Chicago area was at The Chardonnay, where he earned a 3½-star rating from the Chicago Tribune. Charlie opened Café Matou in Chicago in 1997, and there he serves such delicacies as the recipe below, for mussels in a vegetable broth that can be made from locally grown peppers, scallions, herbs, and tomatoes. Mussels in a Summer Vegetable-Fine … head chef position in the Chicago area was at The Chardonnay, where he earned a 3½-star rating from the Chicago Tribune. Charlie opened Café Matou in Chicago in 1997, and there he serves such …
Type: Page
… the mission of the Enabling Garden as a barrier-free garden. Alicia has a B.A. in biology from the University of Illinois with an emphasis in ornamental horticulture and began her career … high-end garden retail, and holiday design. She obtained a master's degree in counseling from Northeastern Illinois University in 2009 and is a National Certified Counselor. Mark … the mission of the Enabling Garden as a barrier-free garden. Alicia has a B.A. in biology from the University of Illinois with an emphasis in ornamental horticulture and began her career …
Type: Page
… Great Basin. The renovation of the Dwarf Conifer Garden was made possible by a generous gift from Georgiana Taylor, with support from the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. … Even in the darkest days of … Great Basin. The renovation of the Dwarf Conifer Garden was made possible by a generous gift from Georgiana Taylor, with support from the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. …
Type: Page
… on a tree—especially in the winter. These trees are usually repotted in spring and often come from southern states. The changes in climate, humidity, and daylight may also contribute to tree … but the added stress they go through increases your chances for failure. Buying a tree from a reputable nursery will increase the chances of success. Local and national retailers that … species. The leaves should be shiny and plump when it is well watered. Wait until the leaves start to shrivel just a bit before watering. Dull, shriveled leaves are a sign the tree is very …
Type: Blog
… happening in kid-friendly terms...in “Maria’s Nature Notebooks,” a new series of lively videos from the Chicago Botanic Garden, the natural world dazzles with color, sound, and action aimed at … the leadership of Board President Toni Preckwinkle. Through free videos and programs for kids from 3 to 6 years old, the project addresses the education barriers and learning loss magnified … happening in kid-friendly terms...in “Maria’s Nature Notebooks,” a new series of lively videos from the Chicago Botanic Garden, the natural world dazzles with color, sound, and action aimed at …
Type: Page
… years and has been named one of Chicago’s top 100 chefs. He received the 2000 Gold Medal Award from the American Tasting Institute. Summer Fruit Soup Makes 8 servings Ingredients 4 cups water … and fruit juices and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 5 minutes and remove from the heat. Allow mixture to cool slightly and then transfer in batches to a blender or food … years and has been named one of Chicago’s top 100 chefs. He received the 2000 Gold Medal Award from the American Tasting Institute. Summer Fruit Soup Makes 8 servings Ingredients 4 cups water …
Type: Page
… Garden as well as at facilities throughout the Chicago area. Workshops Working with staff from schools, nonprofits, and corporate groups, our therapists design, prepare, and lead a … Learn more or book your session. Programs Horticultural Therapy is supported by an endowment from the Buehler Family Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Abra Prentice … Garden as well as at facilities throughout the Chicago area. Workshops Working with staff from schools, nonprofits, and corporate groups, our therapists design, prepare, and lead a …
Type: Page
… Patterns : Students then research current and recent historical weather using forecasts from newspapers and the web from different locations around the country. Students also research the climate of these … students to the idea of historical climate cycles. Students will observe temperature data from the past 400,000 years to understand that Earth's climate has changed in the past. Graphing …
Type: Page