… Did you know that the cinnamon you use in baking comes from the bark of a tree? Or that beans, peppers, and tomatoes are actually fruits? Learn a bit of …
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… When you think of autumn, chances are the lovely fall colors come to mind—and not the leaves that end up on your lawn or in your garden beds. Here are some ways … Try gently raking the leaves from your lawn and moving them to your perennial beds. That way, you’re allowing for a more natural cycling of nutrients— and providing habitat and a food …
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… Did you know that many scientists are artists? Explore your science-art connection in this workshop as we sample nature photography, fiber arts, drawing, writing, and other crafts. … enhance science learning, demonstrate understanding of concepts, and communicate information to others. ISBE PD Hours: 18, Gateways: 18 Graduate credit: 1 (additional fee) Grade level: …
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… Along with all the joys that come with spring—daffodils, magnolia blossoms, blue skies, and warm sunshine—are … the Garden’s supervisor of plant health care. “We’re seeing meadow vole and rabbit damage to woody plants. In the winter, when they can’t find sources of food, they’ll chew the outer bark … spring plantings. “We use a lot of different repellents. The key is to apply them before you get the first hit.” Spray and granular repellent products for homeowners generally include …
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… Stand still and close your eyes in the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Dixon Prairie on a warm day in August and you’ll likely hear the hum … states. If you haven’t strolled through this part of the Garden, late summer is a good time to do so. There are more than 250 species of native plants on this open, rolling landscape. Many … pale pink-purple flowers on plants that can reach 6 feet or more in height. Although it does best in full sun and moist conditions, it tolerates dry soil. When plants are left standing in …
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… Creating and enjoying a bird oasis connects us to nature and helps sustain bird populations. A small Chicago bird garden is showcased to illustrate how to attract more than 100 bird species. Tips include practices, landscape enhancements, and plant …
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… Attracting birds to the winter garden can be a fun-filled and action-packed spectator sport. Supplying our … them. With a bird identification book or chart from any seed supply store, you'll be on your way to becoming an identification expert. Common Cardinal Goldfinch on a flower head Cedar …
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… Q. Is there anything I can do now to prepare my turf for the winter? A.Fall is a good time to improve the health of your lawn and … This should be roughly one week after the last mowing of the season, which is usually in the middle of November. Top-dress the lawn, if necessary. If your lawn needs some amendments, …
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… Rare Winter Birds at the Garden Some winters, the Chicago Botanic Garden welcomes unusual visitors. The Enabling … four bird species that usually live in northern boreal and mixed coniferous forests. They come to feast on birch catkins, alder seeds, and spruce cone seeds as well as on thistles in feeders … and in the wild. Seed production on trees varies from year to year. It is the tree's way of saving energy. But in some years, trees across the northern region take a break from …
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… Q. What is the best way to care for clematis? A. It is important to plant clematis in a location where the top of the …
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