… from Saturday, February 14, through Sunday, April 19, 2015. The nineteenth-century passion for orchids is evident in the vibrant hand-colored engravings and lithographs that served as the … children's books and rare books. Read more about the exhibition here . Partial funding for this exhibition is provided by the Harriet Kay and Harold R. Burnstein Fund for Exhibits. … Saturday, February 14 through Sunday, April 19, 2015 Regenstein Center, …
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… A senior horticulturist shares his colorful secrets Smart gardeners are always on the lookout for great container plans. Senior horticulturist Tom Soulsby put together a sunny, happy mix that would work for many a porch pot or deck display. Why did he choose these particular plants? Soulsby shares … knit the mix together. Tip 4: Break the rules. Yes, you could plant in clusters of threes, place the trailing plants in the corners, and put the tallest plant in the center, but the …
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… like spokes on a wheel—and coordinating with the color of flower in that bed. When looking for flowers, we wanted plants that would accentuate but not detract from Spool and Thread ; that … bed. About Spool and Thread: The Spool and Thread was conceived as a visual connective thread for the Patterned by Nature annual theme, in consideration for the textile-based artist installations throughout the Garden along with the patterned garden …
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… Planned Giving Include the Chicago Botanic Garden in Your Estate Plan Planning for the future is a meaningful way to support the Chicago Botanic Garden and ensure its beauty and mission continue to thrive for generations to come. By naming the Garden as a beneficiary in your estate plan, you can … Other Financial Accounts: Many brokerage or bank accounts allow beneficiary designations. For your estate documents Legal Name: Chicago Horticultural Society Doing Business As: A …
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… Corps Program at Work Burrell Robinson WCH Corps, 2015 Burrell Robinson remembers applying for Corps and telling his interviewer, “All you have to do is give me a chance. I’ll make it … he gained at Windy City Harvest. He feels that Corps is an extremely valuable opportunity for people with justice-involved backgrounds. Corps gives people opportunities to reconnect with … job in quality control at Schulze and Burch Biscuit Company. He sees promising opportunities for learning and growth there, and he credits Windy City Harvest for helping him to develop the …
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… summer peach, a hue between pink and orange—that’s “Peach Fuzz,” Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2024. As curator of plant collections at the Chicago Botanic Garden, I immediately began … Fuzz, so silver-leaved plants make wonderful companions, maybe with white blooms in between for a subdued look. Incorporating darker pink and orange with Peach Fuzz creates a harmonious … Peach Sky’ Yarrow With flat flower heads, yarrow is the perfect perennial for spiky or globe-shaped companions. It’s a taller perennial, 32 to 36 inches, and blooms …
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… the paisley motif, bandanas have a deep history. Bio: Bridget Kiernan is the horticulturist for the Circle and Sensory Gardens. In the gardens she cares for she draws inspiration from our local ecosystems, holding a particular fondness for the marshlands of the Midwest. She is a birder, and outside of work, she is interested in the …
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… Hostess List Chicago Horticultural Society Woman's Board 2018 – 2019 Hostess List Beverages for general meetings (Sept., Oct., Nov., Jan., Feb., April, and May) will be ordered by staff, provided by the Garden View Café, and paid for by the Woman's Board. Coffee and lunch will be served at the December and June meetings and … Carole Read … Chicago Horticultural Society Woman's Board 2018 – 2019 Hostess List Beverages for general meetings (Sept., Oct., Nov., Jan., Feb., April, and May) will be ordered by staff, …
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… be planted where they will be protected from winter sun. Generally, an eastern exposure is best. In the fall, thoroughly water evergreens during dry weather until the ground freezes. Where … dead areas, making pruning unnecessary. In severe cases, plants may have to be replaced. For additional information about winterburn, please contact Plant Information Services at (847) …
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… Garden Plus (Household) membership. View a Gallery of Entries What to Enter We are looking for striking digital images in two categories: Winter landscapes at the Garden Winter landscapes … with watermarks, including watermarks of the photographer’s name, will not be considered for judging. The Garden may collect a photograph’s metadata upon entry. The maximum amount of entries is ten images per person. For a photo in which a person is recognizable, you must secure a model release from the subject …
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