… The iconic Antarctic environment has captured the imagination of scientists for many years. Until a few decades ago, that frontier mostly remained inaccessible to women … global leadership training program for women in STEMM called Homeward Bound . Over 10 years, this groundbreaking initiative aims to provide a global team of 1,000 women with increased … the unique and diverse leadership styles and efficacy of women, Homeward Bound’s goal is to ensure that the future of STEMM reflects the diversity of the human population and benefits …
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… Graziella maiden grass is hardy in USDA zones 5-9. It prefers full sun and flowers in August. It has large silver … to white. The foliage is green, fine textured, and turns a rich copper red to orange color for fall. ‘Graziella’ reaches 6 feet high and 4 feet wide at maturity, with an upright arching … back before the spring growth appears to avoid damaging the new leaves. Native to East Asia, this species has done so well that some cultivars are invasive, particularly 'Purpurascens'. It's …
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… With slightly ruffled petals, it blooms in early to mid-summer. In milder climates the foliage is green all year long. Although each flower lasts only one day, there are multiple buds on each … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. Green Flutter is … winner of the 1970 Annie T. Giles Award for the best small-flowered daylily. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… in 1845 by plant explorer Robert Fortune, and was the first forsythia brought back to Europe for cultivation. Although forsythias were a novelty to Europeans and Americans, they were very common in Asia. The cultivar ‘Bronxensis’ is much smaller than the species, rarely growing over 18 inches tall and spreading to 36 inches. … forsythias into “green meatballs”, as their natural shapes are graceful enough. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… The very thin upper petals are very distinctive, as are the long, flowering spikes. This butterfly orchid is native from the Caribbean islands to northern South America. Grow this orchid in bright light, high humidity, and exceptionally well-drained growing media for best results; it needs consistently warm temperatures. Archived Copy: This content was …
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… pollinator they’re trying to lure. Other orchids look familiar to humans, even though there is no connection for the flower. There’s a word for the phenomenon, pareidolia . Click on each orchid picture … into contact with the pollen. Caleana major Ophrys apifera is known as the bee orchid. This species not only looks like a female bee, but it smells like one, too. Male bees land, … pollinator they’re trying to lure. Other orchids look familiar to humans, even though there is no connection for the flower. There’s a word for the phenomenon, pareidolia . Click on …
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… Designated Perennial Plant of the Year for 1999, Goldsturm black-eyed Susan is an immensely popular staple of the perennial border. … flower best in full sun and moist soil and attract birds and butterflies. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… Switchgrass is a native ornamental bunchgrass that is a remnant of the tallgrass prairie. It has a tall, … to the grass which is most attractive. The seed heads provide winter interest as well food for birds. It performs best in full sun, and moist conditions but is quite adaptable. Cut back in late winter or early spring. Archived Copy: This content was captured before February 2022, and is no longer being updated. …
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… How to Propose an Exhibition The Chicago Botanic Garden is eager to learn of unique, high quality exhibitions that could be displayed in our exhibition … level of postage) envelope to ensure return of materials. Any materials submitted without this requirement will not be sent back and will be available for on-site pickup only. Proposals are not accepted by email or in person. Materials should … The Chicago Botanic Garden is eager to learn of unique, high quality exhibitions that could be displayed in our exhibition …
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… Suzie Wong daylily has pale yellow flowers with ruffled edges. The blooms measure 4 inches and appear very early in the season. They are attractive to … stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will continue to bloom for 2 weeks or more. It is easy to grow and does well in full sun to part shade. The American Hemerocallis Society has …
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