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  • … Guided Programs for Children with Special Needs K – 12 Fee: $120 Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and noon Maximum number of children: 15, plus staff as required for needs of the group Bring your students to the Chicago Botanic Garden for a customized therapeutic program in the Buehler Enabling Garden outdoor classroom. These … Friday, between 10 a.m. and noon Maximum number of children: 15, plus staff as required for needs of the group Bring your students to the Chicago Botanic Garden for a customized …
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  • … to 9 parts water). Replace old potting soil with a lightweight medium specially formulated for houseplants. If your plants have been free of disease and insect problems, used potting soil can be recycled by placing it in a compost pile. Use specific soil formulations for plants such as cacti and other succulents. A slow-release fertilizer can be added to the … before the plant is placed in the pot.  Resume more frequent watering to prepare houseplants for their active growth cycle. As new growth starts, begin to regularly fertilize the plants, …
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  • … July 14 – September 30, 2012 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens exhibition is a stunning collection of fine …
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  • … Photography at the Garden There is no more beautiful place for photography than the Chicago Botanic Garden. Whatever the season, whatever the time or type … images. Please check in at the Visitor Center Information Membership desks at the time of your visit; sessions must conclude by 4 p.m.    Commercial photography/videography guidelines Media … to review our photography guidelines before you come to ensure you get the most out of your visit. You can also review our suggested Garden walks for photography ideas. Experienced …
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  • … planting and pruning techniques, as well as understand other maintenance requirements. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outside. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and …
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  • … garden to satisfy the energy needs of pollinators and birds. A Garden walk is included. Dress for the weather.  The School’s CEUs=3 hours OPC elective  Elizabeth Paine, horticulture educator …
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  • … is an enjoyable virtual experience you can take anywhere!  New! Discover beautiful shrubs for the home garden. Andrew Bunting will give an overview of the best-of-the-best hydrangeas and …
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  • … the leaves. The best part: the leaves turn a beautiful red in fall. This is one tough plant for dry, sunny conditions. (Photo via Toronto Botanical Garden) Autumn moor grass   ( Sesleria … smell like buttered popcorn. Blue grama grass   ( Bouteloua gracilis 'Blonde Ambition')  Named for the pale horizontal flowers that look like little flags, 'Blonde Ambition' grows about 1 foot … plant trials and download previous Plant Evaluation Notes from our Plant Evaluation page . Visit our Plant Information Service and find information on a variety of topics including plant …
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  • … one main trunk and a big ball of foliage at the top. The leaves can be picked fresh or dried for bay seasoning. During the winter, a bright spot with a few hours of direct sunlight a day is …
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  • … Resource Guide for the Model Railroad Garden Local Organizations Chicago Area Garden Railroad Society Contact Person: Bob Hanselman (847) 533-6219 www.cagrs.com LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago Contact Person: Jim Rusch (630) 830-0378 www.LGBMRRCC.com Midwest Rails Modular Club Contact Person: Bert Lattan (847) 295-7959 www.midwestrails.org … Chicago Area Garden Railroad Society Contact Person: Bob Hanselman (847) 533-6219 www.cagrs.com LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago Contact Person: Jim Rusch (630) 830-0378 www.LGBMRRCC.com
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