… bring indoors and display throughout the year — even during those nasty Chicago winters! The best cutting gardens are well integrated into existing landscapes and designed to bring enjoyment for all seasons. First things first To establish a cutting garden, first take an inventory of … redtwig dogwood ( Cornus sericea ) looks stunning on a dining room table. When choosing plants for winter interest, look for decorative seedpods, peeling or colored bark, brightly colored …
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… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … Wheaton, IL Panelist: Natives or Nonnatives: That is the Question Joy Kaminsky is responsible for preserving and maintaining Cantigny Park's natural assets, including the estate's renowned … in Cleveland, Ohio. Cantigny’s gardens are a source of education, recreation, and inspiration for thousands of visitors annually. The estate spans more than 500 acres and is home to one of …
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New! Before factory farms and processed foods, people ate traditionally prepared nutrient-dense foods, such as sourdough bread, fermented sauerkraut, and bone broth. These foods were not only tasty but very nutritious, and people were relatively free of modern diseases. In this class, you will learn how to prepare fermented foods such as sauerkraut, berries, and cultured salsa; and bone broth, …
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Join us after school this winter as we take on pies in the ITW Kitchen. Ages 10 – 14 ITW Kitchen 3, Learning Center …
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Is it possible to turn your love of flower and garden photography into a viable career path? Yes, provided you have a clear understanding about how to turn your passion into a business. This intensive workshop will outline the techniques and strategies that will help aspiring professional photographers start and build their business. Allen Rokach will give participants valuable insights using his …
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… Q: Do you have any gardening gift ideas for Mother's Day? A: Moms who are avid gardeners always appreciate gifts that make their lives …
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… roses) and newer All-America Rose Selections are also on display. It’s an alluring feast for the eyes and the nose. Roses occasionally bloom as early as April and as late as November, but the big display takes place around Father’s Day and again in mid-September. And there are always roses in bloom to … the site should have well-drained soil that’s high in organic matter. Although roses are best planted in the spring, they may also be planted in fall (by September) so that their roots …
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… Ages 3 – 6 Join your Chicago Botanic Garden friends for a virtual tea party. We’ll learn where tea comes from, make a classic tea sandwich, and listen to a short story. This experience is recommended for children ages 3-6 with an adult, but siblings are welcome to join. A list of ingredients …
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