… As days get shorter in fall, the diminishing hours of sunlight trigger processes that turn summer-green leaves into a … which are also influenced by temperature, moisture, and genetic makeup of each plant, are the way deciduous plants prepare themselves for winter. Leaf Pigments Several types of pigments are … involved in the process of photosynthesis — the absorption of light energy and its conversion to sugars, which are then converted into usable energy by plants. It is relatively unstable and …
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… and orchids, but once I added my first bonsai, I knew something had changed. It was the beginning of a journey that took me from Gainesville, Florida, to Washington, D.C., to Japan and finally here to the Chicago Botanic Garden, where I am the curator in charge of the Bonsai Collection , which is known as one of the best of its kind in the world. Shortly after I purchased my first tree, I started learning about …
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… Native to Japan, Chaenomeles japonica ‘Maulei' is an oval or rounded shrub producing orange or salmon-colored flowers in late winter and early spring. The flowers give way to yellow and red fruit that attract birds. It reaches a maximum height of 3 feet under full …
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… This summer, when you walk through the Linden Allée, be sure to look UP—and marvel at the incredible trees above you. These 28 GREENSPIRE™ linden trees ( … hour, he hears over the radio, “The tram is coming!” He moves his giant machine out of the way, allows the tram and visitors to pass, and then at the blazing speed of 2 miles per hour, …
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… shortii , known as Short's aster, is a native of eastern North America that grows well in full sun to partially shaded environments. Among the most floriferous of the native asters, this plant produces violet-blue flowers with bright …
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… Many years ago, I took a college class called “The Natural Environment in Winter.” It was January, and we met outdoors for about three … kid.) The ink in my pen froze and I couldn’t take notes. We spent a lot of time standing still to observe birds, twigs, moss, ice crystals, and seed heads while the wind sent bone-chilling … I get cold quickly. A little perspiration can make you chilled and a change of clothes is best.” Apply Sunscreen “You still get a lot of [UV] exposure and I use sunscreen when I’m skiing …
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… New! Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and the power of words during this unique experience. Walk leisurely on the serene paths of the Garden and along the way, read and discuss selected poems that celebrate nature, the wilderness, and plants. Discover …
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… weather-tolerant landscapes that can adapt to both drought and occasional flooding. Start with the Soil While Illinois rainfall ranges from 30 to 50 inches a year, it rarely falls evenly … able or even unable to sustain themselves during drought. Choose Plants Carefully Perhaps the best way to have a weather-tolerant landscape is by selecting plants with a natural ability to survive …
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… Kick up your heels with SALSArobics®. Get fit moving through the Garden, learning footwork to traditional Latin American rhythms that …
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… Kick up your heels with SALSArobics®. Get fit moving through the Garden, learning footwork to traditional Latin American rhythms that …
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