… a month for gardeners to respond to the season’s challenges, plan for the growing year ahead, and tend to indoor plants and seed starting. Garden To-Do List De-ice with caution If necessary, continue to use de-icing … air. Monitor plants for insect and disease problems. Contact the Garden’s Plant Information Service for treatment options. Common pests include the following: Spider mites: Look for webbing …
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… it’s important to monitor moisture levels, especially for new plantings, container plants, and vegetables. As plants grow (and, unfortunately, this also includes weeds!), maintenance tasks … Continue to deadhead roses by cutting blossoms back to the first set of five leaflets that points away from the center of the plant. Provide support for tall plants and vines Stake tall … insects or disease and what, if any, actions to take, contact the Garden’s Plant Information Service . Some tips: Many infested plants can be hosed down to remove small insect populations, …
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… up where there’s a void in the landscape, where the soil has been disturbed, or where birds and mammals have eliminated the seeds of the fruits they’ve eaten. Weed ruthlessly in spring and early summer, rather than waiting for weeds to grow—they’ll be easier to remove, less likely to have spread, and won’t use up the precious nutrients and water from the soil that you want your other garden …
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… chief task. Indoors, houseplants may need some TLC, as do many of the holiday-centric trees and plants that decorate our living spaces. Garden To-Do List Haven’t mulched? Now’s the time If … of shredded bark, composted manure, or garden compost. After the holidays in late December and early January, evergreen boughs from seasonal wreaths or small sections of Christmas tree … To initiate a bloom cycle for the following holiday season, contact the Plant Information Service for the steps to take. Maintaining a rosemary topiary Rosemary ( Rosmarinus ) plants …
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… Conservation Leadership Save the Plants, Save the Planet. Plant conservation research and education are at the heart of the Science Initiative. The Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center provides Chicago Botanic Garden scientists with more tools to address the environmental challenges we face today and train those who assume that responsibility in the future. The following individuals, …
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… Patterned by Nature – Kristin Field Kristin invites us to pause and discover nature’s subtle wonders through naturally dyed textiles, which she created using time-intensive practices like growing dye plants and weaving on a floor loom. ARTIST STATEMENT “Through engaging with natural dyes and fibers, my work invites viewers to slow down and connect with nature, encouraging a deeper … Kristin invites us to pause and discover nature’s subtle wonders through naturally dyed textiles, which she created using …
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… of interacting species responding on their own to a site’s unique topography, geology, and climate. The Garden’s natural areas are managed by ecologists to support, showcase, and better understand the unique and diverse natural history of our region. In most of our natural areas, we allow natural … of interacting species responding on their own to a site’s unique topography, geology, and climate. The Garden’s natural areas are managed by ecologists to support, showcase, and …
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… Damon D. Green, Haley Marcin, Rachel Newton, Dillon Zamora Music: Finom (Sima Cunningham and Macie Stewart) with Matt Carroll Visual Design: Jackie Kazarian Animation Design: Liviu Pasare Costume Design: Damon D. Green Lighting Design, Stage Management, and Company Technical Direction: Julie E. Ballard Technical Direction: Kevin Rechner Sound & … performed works by Shannon Alvis, Katlin Bourgeois, and Monique Haley. laren-chang.squarespace.com Damon D. Green (see above) Haley Marcin is a Chicago-based artist, performer, and educator. …
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… Agriculture Toolkit Tools for Urban Agriculture Programs Designed to support public gardens and other organizations interested in initiating, expanding, or adapting current urban … Harvest as a case example to illustrate key concepts in urban agriculture program development and operation. The toolkit addresses institutional, physical, and programmatic considerations relevant to urban agriculture, and describes a range of audiences …
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… Therapy Certificate Program will earn 12 college accredited hours in Horticultural Therapy and a certificate of completion from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Oakton Community College. Upon completing the program, students will be able to do the following: Explain the evidence basis and unique benefits of horticultural therapy and the development of the horticultural therapy … Therapy Certificate Program will earn 12 college accredited hours in Horticultural Therapy and a certificate of completion from the Chicago Botanic Garden and Oakton Community College. …
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