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  • … are at least 16 inches deep—and I always try to insulate the sides to protect roots from freeze-thaw cycles; I use pieces of styrofoam. Getting Soiled Next up: soil. Illinois … were attractive, hardy, and would play well together in a confined space. I picked species from habitats like sand prairies, wetlands, gravelly slopes, and savannah edges (a sunny forest … gardener, I hope my balcony experiments inspire you to try some native plants in your space. Start small, stay curious, and don’t be afraid to fail. The plants, and the pollinators, will …
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  • … shallow channel that has been created in the landscape to temporarily store rainfall draining from hard surfaces like rooftops, parking lots, and roads. Bioswales reduce the amount of … often includes the use of bioswales and native plants. A green roof slows stormwater discharge from building eaves and gutters, reducing the immediate demand placed on sewer systems during … plants Using soil amendments and fertilizers when necessary, and then using only those made from naturally occurring (nonsynthetic) substances Employing cultural, biological, and/or …
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  • … cascading sheets of water and a classic physic garden, which is planted with medicinal plants from around the world. In the summer, three aquatic pools contain waterlilies, lotus, and other … cascading sheets of water and a classic physic garden, which is planted with medicinal plants from around the world. In the summer, three aquatic pools contain waterlilies, lotus, and other …
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  • … Video Series , these worksheets detail a program of therapeutic horticultural activities. From transplanting to flower arrangement, these videos encourage active participation in the … Video Series , these worksheets detail a program of therapeutic horticultural activities. From transplanting to flower arrangement, these videos encourage active participation in the …
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  • … Arts in Little Village.  She received her Bachelors in Nursing and Masters of Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago and is an alumna of the University of Chicago’s Civic … Arts in Little Village.  She received her Bachelors in Nursing and Masters of Public Health from the University of Illinois at Chicago and is an alumna of the University of Chicago’s Civic …
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  • … of wild bergamot), waves of texture (in the big bluestem grass), or shimmering movement (from plants more than 8 feet tall). The 15-acre site features more than 250 species of native … of wild bergamot), waves of texture (in the big bluestem grass), or shimmering movement (from plants more than 8 feet tall). The 15-acre site features more than 250 species of native …
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  • … and for sale during this event. Viewers of the exhibition will be awed by over 150 pieces from traditional to contemporary. The marketplace will showcase a variety of handmade gifts for … and for sale during this event. Viewers of the exhibition will be awed by over 150 pieces from traditional to contemporary. The marketplace will showcase a variety of handmade gifts for …
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  • … cultivar names in the genus, the list of potentially at-risk cultivars, and some statistics from the study. The Collections staff is now following up on each of the at-risk cultivars held … with plant breeders, nurseries, and other gardens so that worthy cultivars don’t vanish from horticulture. It’s true, however, that not every cultivar is worth keeping. Further research … cultivar names in the genus, the list of potentially at-risk cultivars, and some statistics from the study. The Collections staff is now following up on each of the at-risk cultivars held …
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