… by species and restoration by restoration. That’s why nearly 20 collaborators from the Garden and other institutions built a tool that guides land managers through an … our Synthesis Center for Conservation and Restoration (sCORE) looked at hundreds of studies from the past 30 years to develop the tool for land managers. “There was a lot of knowledge out … animals, or fungi. And then, it provides potential solutions to test—like sourcing seeds from a different location, managing the restoration to attract a missing pollinator, or changing …
Type: Blog
… disease. Hoover holds two landscape degrees, a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Design from University of Massachusetts and a Master of Landscape Architecture, graduating with Distinction from Harvard University Graduate School of Design. Geoffrey Roehll , ASLA, senior vice president … Director of the Therapeutic Landscapes Network . Sachs received her PhD in Architecture from Texas A&M University, was a Postdoctoral Associate at Cornell University, and received her …
Type: Page
… tree ( Prunus virginiana ), chokeberry ( Aronia sp.) is a fruiting shrub that ranges from 3 to 10 feet tall with red, purple, or black fruit. The name chokeberry comes from the astringency or dryness of the fruit, which may be the result of antioxidants. There are … clusters provide interest in summer. If you want to make a short but attractive native hedge, start with small plants spaced two to three feet apart. You might also consider Ceanothus ovatus …
Type: Blog
… highlighting the conservation and stewardship work of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Proceeds from this event will continue to connect people to science, conservation, and nature. Hosted by … highlighting the conservation and stewardship work of the Chicago Botanic Garden. Proceeds from this event will continue to connect people to science, conservation, and nature. Hosted by …
Type: Page
… easier flower to grow, we'd like to know about it. Zinnias are annuals, meaning that they go from seed to flower to seed quickly. Zinnias' pointy seeds, shaped like little arrowheads, … tri-colors, and crazy-quilt mixes designed for cutting, to attract pollinators, etc. Aside from fresh color, many new zinnia series offer height and width options, too. While the tall … the plants. Wet leaves can promote mildew development, and splashing water can transfer fungus from the ground onto zinnia leaves in an instant. Camouflage tall, more mildew-prone varieties …
Type: Plant Info
… environment. Garden staff, volunteers, and all visitors have the right to an environment free from abusive and/or threatening behavior, including use of derogatory or offensive language about … environment. Garden staff, volunteers, and all visitors have the right to an environment free from abusive and/or threatening behavior, including use of derogatory or offensive language about …
Type: Page
… Depictions of the 2-foot-wide leaves and 8-inch pale pink flowers arising above the water from the muddy depths are legendary. … Visitors can stroll down a winding boardwalk to view … Depictions of the 2-foot-wide leaves and 8-inch pale pink flowers arising above the water from the muddy depths are legendary. …
Type: Page
… roots, won't evaporate, but also won't foster mold or bacteria growth as it might, lingering from an evening watering. Consider collecting rainwater in barrels as your first watering …
Type: Plant Info
… vermiculite,and organic matter) enable Garden experts to experiment with an array of plants, from grasses to perennials and woody plants…even cactuses! Evaluation is an integral component of …
Type: Plant Info
… Prairie. Fire burns through dead leaves and stems, opening space for native plants to grow from seed, nourished by the charred plant material and increased sunlight. The cleared, black ground warms up earlier in spring, which gives established native plants a head start and makes it easier to spot and remove invasive species. “Many people see fire only as a … and agriculture led to fire suppression, leaving remaining natural areas disconnected from each other and the processes that keep them healthy. “With our fragmented landscapes in …
Type: Blog
