… flora. On the south end of the Skokie River, mudflats have formed where the river opens up from a channel to a lagoon. Here, the river’s velocity slows down, depositing sediment from upstream. Over time, sediment has built up above the water line in the shallow lagoon. … invasive species like purple loosestrife, and to keep aggressive species like sandbar willow from crowding out other species. Compacted, engineered soils here and in places such as the Dixon …
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… mycology in the Department of Botany. He was chair of the Field Museum's Department of Botany from 1996 to 2005, during which time the department renovated its collections facilities, added … at the Costa Rican National Biodiversity Institute. Mueller received his B.A. and M.S. from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, and his Ph.D. from the University of Tennessee. He undertook postdoctoral work at Uppsala University in Sweden …
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… Manduca quinquemaculata . A five-spotted hawkmoth ( Manduca quinquemaculata ) drinks nectar from the Colorado Springs evening primrose ( Oenothera harringtonii ) as the flower begins to … and I will conduct over the next five years—highlighted. So how did this one photo go from being taken in the spring of 2008 to being highlighted on the NSF’s website? How does a … time? Ask any scientist what they are currently working on and their answer will almost always start with, “I was first fascinated by x back in y….” Something caught their attention, sparked a …
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… feet Miniature – Less than 12 inches Stop 3: Companion Plants Because different roses bloom from May through frost, companion plants are a necessity to provide structure and interest during off-bloom times. Aside from the Linden Allée to the south and the arborvitae wall to the north, exceptional companions … surrounded by roses ahead, behind, and above you. Take a break in the shade, enjoy the view from inside the arbor toward the fountain (framed by geometric windows), and get out your camera. …
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… Click here to show mail address . The cost of the two-week, full-day program is $440. Excerpts from a letter from an LIT applicant: "I would like to participate in the Leaders in Training Program. When I … at alabus@chicagobotanic.org. The cost of the two-week, full-day program is $440. Excerpts from a letter from an LIT applicant: "I would like to participate in the Leaders in Training …
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… on a high-stakes scavenger hunt across Southern Illinois, gathering clues to save rare plants from disappearing. Traversing steep prairie hillsides and swampy lowlands as a Plants of Concern … and is shared with land stewards to guide management. The need for more eyes spans the state, from the Shawnee National Forest to the Forest Preserves of Cook County, both key partners of …
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… Take a fall-color tree walk from the Visitor Center to the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center While … ablaze in green and orange. Closer to you on the path, don't miss the bright red sour gums, quick to change once cool nights prevail. On the eastern or left-hand side of the road is a …
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… to provide transitional employment opportunities to military veterans. She has a B.A. from the University of Illinois and an M.A. in counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. Alicia received her horticulture therapy training through … to provide transitional employment opportunities to military veterans. She has a B.A. from the University of Illinois and an M.A. in counseling from Northeastern Illinois University. …
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… in that bed. When looking for flowers, we wanted plants that would accentuate but not detract from Spool and Thread ; that are reliable and can tolerate full sun; that have consistent growth … complement to the Spool and Thread . Each flower color will match a string of thread coming from the spool. Bio: Tom Soulsby is a senior horticulturist at the Garden. His gardens are a … in that bed. When looking for flowers, we wanted plants that would accentuate but not detract from Spool and Thread ; that are reliable and can tolerate full sun; that have consistent growth …
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… the garden. At this spot you are approaching Sansho-en, The Garden of the Three Islands. From this viewing point, called the Ken, all three islands can be seen at once: Keiunto at right, … into gardens to light the way to the evening tea ceremony. Kasuga lanterns take their name from the Kasuga Shrine at Nara, Japan. There, nearly 1,000 lanterns - identified by pedestal … suggests the difficulty of the path. Sansho-En's graceful wooden bridge carries the visitor "from everyday life to a calm, serene, reflective communion with nature," says Dr. Koichi Kawana, …
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