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  • … City Harvest growing.   Success Stories Read about the people and businesses that have grown from the opportunities offered by Windy City Harvest's programs. The support of our generous … City Harvest growing.   Success Stories Read about the people and businesses that have grown from the opportunities offered by Windy City Harvest's programs. The support of our generous …
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  • … tomato varieties so you can harvest all summer long. Diversity lessens crop failure from insect damage or disease, too. Tomato Cultivars Got the basics down, but not sure what … and just-picked basil, then drizzled with olive oil. 'Sudduth’s Brandywine'—a separate variety from 'Brandywine'—is tomato pink and beautiful on a plate. Making tomato paste:  'Costoluto … tomato varieties so you can harvest all summer long. Diversity lessens crop failure from insect damage or disease, too. Tomato Cultivars Got the basics down, but not sure what …
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  • … global access to food. Garden scientist Nyree Zerega, Ph.D. , collects and examines specimens from around the world to understand and conserve genetic diversity. She’s also studying how … Pat Herendeen, Ph.D. , uses electron microscopy and X-ray tomography (a way to see 3-D images from an X-ray) to learn details on their structure and anatomy. You Can Help, Too We invite you … global access to food. Garden scientist Nyree Zerega, Ph.D. , collects and examines specimens from around the world to understand and conserve genetic diversity. She’s also studying how …
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  • … Giant desert candle’s botanical name comes from the Greek words eremos — solitary and oura — tail, a reference to the plant's flower spike which towers above its long, narrow foliage. The roots originate from a rhizome with the roots extending from a central crown, which must be handled with care when planting because the roots can be …
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  • … Anti-Harassment Policy   The Garden is committed to maintaining an environment that is free from harassment. Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or visual, that is based upon a person’s … or by calling the Garden’s anonymous hotline at (844) 764-7270 or chicagobotanic.ethicspoint.com , which may be done anonymously. Anyone who experiences such conduct is strongly encouraged … or by calling the Garden’s anonymous hotline at (844) 764-7270 or  chicagobotanic.ethicspoint.com . Aida Z. Giglio, vice president of Human Resources Chicago Botanic Garden Human Resources – …
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  • … the Kleinman Family Cove and Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden. Shortly after he graduated from Purdue University in 2022, he joined the Chicago Botanic Garden as an intern. A gardener his … the Kleinman Family Cove and Grunsfeld Children’s Growing Garden. Shortly after he graduated from Purdue University in 2022, he joined the Chicago Botanic Garden as an intern. A gardener his …
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  • … and the visiting public. In 2002, the Library acquired a collection of rare books and journals from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society of Boston. This acquisition brought to the Chicago … and the visiting public. In 2002, the Library acquired a collection of rare books and journals from the Massachusetts Horticultural Society of Boston. This acquisition brought to the Chicago …
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  • … to remove, less likely to have spread, and won’t use up the precious nutrients and water from the soil that you want your other garden plants to have. Cultivate a love of weeding—smart … as they resemble crab claws. Because crabgrass is an annual, the efficient way to prevent it from spreading is to prevent it from flowering. Cut the rosette off with a knife so it won’t self-sow. (Mowing doesn’t work, as …
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  • … the Glencoe campus and at sites throughout the region. We believe that every person benefits from plants and green spaces, and that our future depends on how well we understand, value, and … the Glencoe campus and at sites throughout the region. We believe that every person benefits from plants and green spaces, and that our future depends on how well we understand, value, and …
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  • … Aromatic Herbs Aromatic herbs are among the best tools from Mother Nature that help us conquer weary nerves and cabin fever. Breathing in the rich scent … Aromatic herbs are among the best tools from Mother Nature that help us conquer weary nerves and cabin fever. Breathing in the rich scent …
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