… environmental education programs with community partnerships The Science Career Continuum is an out-of-school-time program, rooted in promoting accessible pathways for marginalized youth … in STEM by providing resources to support them along their college and career pathways. In its 26-year existence, the award-winning program has evolved the way it delivers science education. … Southeast Side of Chicago, and took a field trip to Steel Workers Park, a former industrial site. Overall, staff observed significant gains in content knowledge and positive shifts in …
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… November 11 or 25) or 9 Wednesdays, October 8 – December 10, 6 – 7 p.m. (no class November 26) Steve and Patricia Nakon, Whole Journey Classroom 2, Learning Center $179/$229 …
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… ‘Loves Touch’ is an herbaceous peony with small, shell-pink, semi-double blossoms resembling those of a camellia. Peony bloom time is classified as early, mid-, and late. ‘Loves Touch’ is a mid- to late-season bloomer. It grows to 26 inches tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in …
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… Food and Agriculture) Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program. The program’s function is to help reduce the risks of starting one’s own farming-related enterprise. Incubator farmers … boxes, and cut flowers (both edible and decorative). Their farm will be operating on an 1/8th of an acre plot ,where they'll grow, harvest, process produce to be sold at farmers markets … access, and a priceless sustainable farming experience. Connect with us: www.otteroaksfarm.com // otteroaksfarmillinois@gmail.com Smooth and Social Roots Smooth and Social Roots farm is …
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… as the Geographic Information System (GIS) Specialist at the Chicago Botanic Garden. She is responsible for the creation and maintenance of over 2,306 bed plant maps representing 2.6 … (GPS) Receivers to survey the plants and infrastructure. For new garden areas, digital data is acquired from the landscape architect to update the base map. Plant maps are generated within … and Research Education for Undergraduates (REU) interns. The value of the location of a plant is paramount to effectively manage and protect the plant collections. It is critical that each …
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… on herbaceous stems. All peonies bloom between April and June; flowers on tree peonies appear 1-2 weeks before those of the herbaceous peonies. Winner of the American Peony Society Award of Landscape Merit, ‘Nice Gal’ is an herbaceous peony with lavender pink petals surrounding yellow stamens and deep pink … time is classified as early, mid and late – ‘Nice Gal’ is a mid-season bloomer. It grows to 26” tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the …
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… on herbaceous stems. All peonies bloom between April and June; flowers on tree peonies appear 1-2 weeks before those of the herbaceous peonies. ‘Moon Over Barrington’ is an herbaceous peony produced in 1986 at Roy Klehm’s nursery in Barrington, IL. The double … as early, mid and late – ‘Moon Over Barrington’ is a mid-season bloomer. It grows to 26” tall, taking on a shrubby appearance throughout the summer, then dies to the ground in the …
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… Choose your best photo for the Garden Photo Contest From Robin Carlson, staff photographer It is certainly not an easy task to pick your best photo of the Chicago Botanic Garden! The subject … the experience you had while taking the photo. You might consider posting photos to flickr to get some feedback from other photographers or bringing your favorite photos to the next Garden … the experience you had while taking the photo. You might consider posting photos to flickr to get some feedback from other photographers or bringing your favorite photos to the next Garden …
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… an even supply of moisture rather than a heavy soaking and then a drought. Make sure plants get 1 inch of water a week, or more if the weather is especially hot or windy. Straw mulch is helpful in these beds to keep soil from drying out. …
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… research, and expand its highly successful plant-based education programs. The campus is named in honor of Executive Vice President and Director Kris Jarantoski's guiding vision. … as well as the 2015 Arthur Hoyt Scott Medal and Award. Integral to the Jarantoski Campus is a garden designed by Wirtz International. The innovative landscape design will unite the … from its current 18,000 square feet to more than 55,000 square feet. The structures will have 26 climate-controlled zones compared to the 11 currently in place, and the new outdoor nursery …
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