… 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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… 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 …
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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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… & Sunshine Enterprise’s 12-week Community Business Academy. Windy City Harvest has incubated 26 farm businesses, 7 are currently in the program & 11 have graduated to proudly operate … farmers with disabilities, Zafra Farm is invested in creating an accessible, inclusive space for underrepresented communities to access high quality and nutritious produce. We celebrate … access, and a priceless sustainable farming experience. Connect with us: www.otteroaksfarm.com // otteroaksfarmillinois@gmail.com Smooth and Social Roots Smooth and Social Roots farm is …
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… and filling them with different kinds of food that attract different species. Before you start buying feeders and seeds, keep in mind some basic concepts that will make you and the birds happy: Though birds are intelligent enough not to rely on only your feeders for sustenance, it's a good idea to keep the feeders filled as much as you can until middle to … birds can't. Common Backyard Birds and their Food Preferences Here's a list of birds that will visit your yard, and their preferred foods. American goldfinch — Bright gold with dark wings in …
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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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… 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 …
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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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… was called coral bells. Decades and dozens of hybrids later, Heuchera spp. is as well known for the striking colors of its foliage as it is for its long lasting flowers. Thanks in part to … place is shared by two plants: 2. Heuchera sanguinea 'White Cloud' Height is shorter at 26 inches, with light green foliage and white flowers that appear earlier in June through late … of the plant. 3. Heuchera americana var. diversifolia 'Bressingham Bronze' Grows to 26 inches with dark bronze green leaves and white flowers that bloom from early August to …
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