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  • … along the mid-veins and a dark yellow nectar guide. Complex hybrids sometimes are challenging for home gardeners to grow—proof that not all hybrids are vigorous. Bright light, moderate to … and exceptionally well-drained soils that never completely dry out are key requirements for success. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … in sunny locations and well drained soils. Provide space in between plants and their neighbors for good air movement which decrease the incidence of powdery and downy mildews on the leaves. Great plant for cut flowers as well as at the back of a flower border. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … and delicious in this hands-on class. Learn to marinate, sear, plate, and create wine parings for scallops and calamari. Perfect for any dinner party, hosting occasion, or just a night in. These easy techniques help you …
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  • … Proper garden care in the fall helps ensure healthy plants the next spring. Learn techniques for taking care of your lawn, trees, shrubs, and perennials, including fall fertilizing, … mulching, cutting back plants, and protecting plants from wind and animals. Get pointers for fall planting of woody plants and spring-flowering bulbs.  Tim Johnson, senior director of …
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  • … birds, pot up a selection of plants with tubular and bright flowers that provide nourishment for these hungry summer visitors. All supplies included. Dress for the weather; class will move indoors if needed. Bring gloves if desired.  Jill Selinger, …
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  • … including German crepe paper, aquarium tubing, and floral tape. This is an ideal class for new crafters, couples, and adults with their parents. Perfect for celebrating Mother’s Day and creating lasting beauty.  Kate Donley, botanical artist …
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  • … business or other activities with or at the Garden. Examples of harassment may include, for example, jokes or teasing directed at a person based on his/her protected characteristic or … 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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  • … miniature environments promote imagination, creative play, and nurturing behaviors.   Click for a larger view of this natural, homemade fairy hideaway constructed from natural materials … never too old or too young Fairy gardens can be static or interactive, and offer opportunities for engagement and creation for all ages. Try these variations: Children: Small figurines are fun for playing pretend in the …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Europe, before commercial fertilizers became readily available. They are a fast-acting source for magnesium and sulfur. For soils on the alkaline side, the added sulfur is a benefit. Epsom salts, however, do not … fertilizers—nitrogen, phosphorus or potassium—and therefore would not be a complete fertilizer for roses. If you choose a commercial product, one with a 10-10-10 or 10-15-10 ratio, apply it …
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  • …   Q. I have ordered several hundred tulip bulbs for fall planting. Can I be assured of their return for many years? A. Most of the large hybrid tulips planted today are not true perennials in the … the summer. This excess moisture in the soil rots most of the tulip bulbs and accounts for their "one-year only" performance. Certain species of tulips are true perennials—the species …
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