… In these disorienting times, there’s a growing movement to embrace such pursuits as a way to get centered, to lead a more simple, slower life. It has been called #cottagecore, but really it … crafts, plant-based meals...we had you at plants, right? Below are some quick ideas on how to get back to basics. So roll up the sleeves of your homespun shirt and get glowin’: Forget the pricey pumpkin lattes Put together a quick, seasonal meal for someone—try pumpkin bisque , with walnut bread , and a corn and nopales (cactus leaves) salad …
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… August’s warm weather provides an opportune time for Chicago-area gardeners to enjoy their efforts, whether it’s admiring the flowers lavishly blooming in the yard, or collecting the bounty of herbs and vegetables ready for harvesting. Maintenance tasks continue. With autumn on the horizon, August also is the month … and newly sodded or seeded lawns. Also, be mindful of drought-tolerant plants, which can get by with less water. More Tips Mulch matters Mulch conserves moisture, protects plant roots, …
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… For the new orchid grower, selecting an orchid may seem overwhelming. Here are a few tips to get … Culture Sheets . Also, make sure that your plant has a tag identifying it, or that you get its name and put a tag in the pot right away. There are thousands of orchid species and …
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… The Chicago Botanic Garden's Horticultural Therapy Services acts as a national clearinghouse for information about the therapeutic uses of horticulture. This includes information about … adaptive tools, and horticultural therapy books. Where noted, select resources are available for order below. Health Through Horticulture Indoor Gardening Activity Plans The manual provides complete information for conducting 17 indoor gardening activities for therapeutic outcomes. Each session plan was …
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… Cooking Classes in the ITW Kitchen The Chicago Botanic Garden offers cooking classes and camps for all ages in the Regenstein Learning Center’s ITW Kitchen. All classes feature seasonal … Bring recipes home and savor the creations you help prepare in class. Cooking Classes for Adults Join a professional chef and culinary instructor, and develop new cooking skills. … with herbs, or see how brines, marinades, and rubs can enhance your grilling. Cooking Classes for Middle Schoolers Weekend Family Classes Kids' Night Out School Day Off Camps Cooking campers …
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… sunset. Birds chirp or call out as they fly to their roosts. Water birds find this time ideal for fishing, and this “Garden of Nine Islands” is dotted with great blue herons standing tall on the shorelines. Look for them hugging close to the edges of Bird Island, the three islands of the Elizabeth Hubert … on Tuesdays, the romantic Music on the Esplanade puts you in a mellow mood; and Thursdays get your feet tapping and your body dancing to up-tempo beats of hot summer nights. Why not take …
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… like cactus, and as such, should never be overwatered. Small but mighty, they'll bloom for a long time, especially if the plant boasted lots of buds, not flowers, when it was … sparse watering, and no fertilizer while in bloom. Because it's a succulent, it has no need for extra humidity. When all the flowers have dried, cut off the flower stalks and move the plant … and then cut it off at the base. Impatient gardeners, like myself, cut the green stem off and get on with the business of fertilizing once a week with a very dilute orchid fertilizer. …
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… play an important role in small landscapes, especially in urban sites where this is no room for a large tree. The individual flowers may be exceptionally small —like those of the delightful … or other small ornamental tree becomes the star of the season, providing a dose of enchantment for winter-weary gardeners. Here are a few favorites for the home landscape Pagoda dogwood … can be yellow, bright red, dark purple-red, maroon, or a brilliant orange. Crabapples often get a bad rap because some are very susceptible to disease, especially after a wet spring. The …
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… success.” When I was honored to be part of an international plant collecting trip initiative for the Chicago Botanic Garden, I did some research about plant explorers, and I came across … 1870 in Washington, D.C., where her father was stationed. She was a quiet girl with a passion for reading. Despite her privileged background, Mexia experienced adversity. Her parents divorced … and she discovered botany. Back then, gardening was viewed as an acceptable educational path for women. With the right connections, she went on her first plant expedition to Sinaloa, Mexico, …
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… English Spanish As an intern, I grow fruits and vegetables, harvest, and prepare produce for sales. I’ve learned how to properly care for everything, and I like seeing what I’ve grown. Everybody is here for everybody. I’ve lived in North Lawndale my whole life. It’s such a positive community—so … English Spanish As an intern, I grow fruits and vegetables, harvest, and prepare produce for sales. I’ve learned how to properly care for everything, and I like seeing what I’ve …
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