… day. The bright color and aroma of tomatoes, whether in a rich tomato sauce or as a base for salsa, bring back the warmth and long sunny days of summer. Canning is also a great way to … stays well preserved. Pressure canning is a higher-temperature process that is required for safe processing of low-acid foods like beans, zucchini, and pumpkin. Because this process … a safe pH level. Ball has more than 500 tested recipes available online at freshpreserving.com/recipes . Prepare your ingredients ahead of time . Canning, like cooking anything else, is a …
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… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … Glencoe, IL Tour Leader: Plant Evaluation Gardens: A Climate Lens Richard Hawke is responsible for the comparative evaluation of more than 1,200 taxa of herbaceous and woody plants in the … The program is one of the largest and most diverse in the nation, and received the Award for Program Excellence from the American Public Garden Association in 2008. Hawke has a …
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… The good news is that they’re all easy to grow. If you have a spot that gets at least six to eight hours … via Wikimedia commons [ CC BY 2.0 ] Red Norland Potato The Garden has featured potatoes for about a decade. “We harvest about 40 to 50 pounds per variety,” Hilgenberg says. That 40- to … small pieces. Each piece should have at least one or two eyes. Let the cut seed potatoes dry for a few days before you plant them. This allows the potato to form a callus and reduces the …
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… found only in small patches. Since several species of plants and animals rely on the prairie for survival, as this ecosystem disappears, so will they. Chicago Botanic Garden scientists … how does prairie plant reproduction happen? Three key environmental conditions must go well for prairie plants to enjoy robust reproduction: location, timing, and compatibility. Location . … the more potential partners available in a given location, the better the chances for a good match! Success hinges upon numbers and proximity. For example, it is easier to meet a …
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… tree roots, and lack of rain make gardening a real challenge. When we choose suitable plants for difficult sites, the art of gardening suddenly becomes more successful and definitely more satisfying. Here are some ideas for demanding sites. Clay Soil Clay is made of minuscule particles that trap water around delicate plant roots, leaving little space for oxygen, which roots need. Wet clay soil is often heavy and sticky, but once it dries, it …
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… April 26 – 28, 2013 Chicago Botanic Garden Glencoe, IL Download a registration form (due April 1, 2013) … or double including breakfast. Group name: Midcontinent Paleobotany Colloquium. Deadline for reserving hotel room: April 5, 2013 Program: Friday evening: Reception at the Chicago Botanic …
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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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… 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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