… How to Propose an Exhibition The Chicago Botanic Garden is eager to learn of unique, high quality exhibitions that could be displayed in our exhibition … submitted without this requirement will not be sent back and will be available for on-site pickup only. Proposals are not accepted by email or in person. Materials should be …
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… Invite Butterflies to Your Garden Plant milkweed, coneflowers, and dill to attract butterflies Butterflies add active beauty to any outdoor space. Invite them into your … #butterflydinner plate for some of our favorite summer visitors (a “girl dinner” is a solo spread of grab-and-go bites). Essential Garden Elements Support the entire life cycle …
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… marginalized groups. Codes of conduct that clearly detail unacceptable behaviors and how to report them can help stem the attrition of diverse scientists. In a recent paper published in … 43% did not mention sexual misconduct, 17% did not mention identity-based discrimination, 26% failed to include a way to report violations, and 35% lacked consequences for misconduct. Lead author and Ph.D. …
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… of blooms in plant evaluation garden The Chicago Botanic Garden dedicates an entire garden to plant evaluation. But have you ever wondered how it works? As we move into early fall, the … plants that hit me like a ton of bricks when I saw them. Entranced and obsessed is the only way I can think to describe how I feel about them. When I talk about them I get gushy. They. Are. … more a window into my aesthetic sensibilities than it is a definitive ranking of the absolute best of our trials this year. In my first blog entry, I address this gut reaction as one of the …
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… New! In this live demonstration class, learn how to make and assemble boxes and other various hive equipment. Wil will go over different cuts, how to source materials, and how to prepare recycled sources. Ear protection will be provided. Wil Pilipauskas, head beekeeper, …
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… your holiday eco-friendly. We hope one of ways you’ll commemorate this season of renewal is to visit the Garden with your family, to see how the earth is gloriously rejuvenating itself … and styrofoam. Unfortunately, no company has yet developed a compostible “bag-o-plagues.” The best we can do here is to encourage you to pass those nonbiodegradable tchochkes along from … spelt and whole-wheat matzo are now available in many stores as well as online. You can even buy organic matzah made in Chicago, enabling you to shop locally. Make It Yourself At the end of …
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… “The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” ―Chinese proverb Warm, sunny days and cool nights have ushered in autumn. …
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… your home. Learn the basics of landscape design, from evaluating your yard and choosing plants to creating layouts that are both beautiful and practical. Explore key principles like balance, …
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… , and the Ornamental Growers Association of Northern Illinois (OGA) which is dedicated to developing, selecting, and growing a diversity of plants that are well adapted to Midwestern … similarly to a sports agent, but for plant breeders. By connecting our cultivars with the best suited growers and propagators, Plants Nouveau helps to maintain a consistent supply chain … officinalis ‘Pink Cotton Candy’ Bulletin 27 N/A Baptisia Prairieblues ™ ‘Solar Flare’ Bulletin 26 https://plantsnouveau.com/collections/chicagoland-grows/baptisia-prairieblues-solar-flare …
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… 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. December 22, 2025: Snow Art December 23, 2025: Ice Experiments December 26, 2025: Wonderful Winter December 29, 2025: Exploring Evergrreens December 30, 2025: Winter … Celebrations January 2, 2026: Snow Science Emergency & Health History Once your registration is complete, you will receive an email from register@campdoc. What to Wear Dress for the weather! Wear clothes that are comfortable for outdoor and indoor …
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