… to learn more . Meanwhile, here are a few ways to get started: White Pine-Infused Honey For sore throats or pick-me-ups, clinical herbalist Dawn Petter makes a simple remedy of honey … winter wellness,” says Petter, owner of Petalune Herbals in New York. Tip: It takes six weeks for this recipe to be ready, so think about preparing it ahead of time, before the cold-and-flu … dry air can wreak havoc on your skin. Petter likes to make an oil with marshmallow root to use for winter hydration (see recipe, right). “Marshmallow root is soothing, moisturizing, and …
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… We admit to a weakness for daffodils here—last time we counted, we came up with quite a grand total: more than half a … The American Daffodil Society (ADS) refrains from an official definition or separate division for miniatures (although it sanctions a cultivar list ). Because daffodils' bulbs are … before the rest of the garden comes to life. This month, plan a walk through the Garden. Look for tiny blooms, and take note of any ideas that you can borrow for around your home. Speaking of …
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… Q: I'd like to give plants as gifts for the holidays. Many gift plants are treated as short-lived houseplants because they are … and orange. Kalanchoe is a short-day plant that, much like the poinsettia, requires darkness for 16 hours per day for approximately three months to trigger flower bud production. Even though they do require a …
Type: Plant Info
… to require frequent deadheading in their first year of growth. There are several reasons for deadheading. Most gardeners do it because it aesthetically looks better when dead plant … stalk down to new lateral buds. Perennials that benefit from deadheading to prolong bloom or for rebloom include spike gayfeather ( Liatris spicata ), butterfly weed ( Asclepias tuberosa ), … and create nice winter interest. Also, avoid deadheading those that provide a food source for birds during the winter months. Please email plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more …
Type: Plant Info
… Select trees that are winter hardy in your region. Siting trees properly is also important. For example, woodland trees that prefer shade may be more prone to frost cracking if planted in a … inspected. Frost cracks are rarely life threatening; however, the wounds can present an entry for insects and disease. Recent studies indicate that wrapping tree trunks is not an effective technique for avoiding frost cracks. For more information on frost cracking, please contact Plant …
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… Description: Look for this rare, state-endangered, grassland shorebird on a large lawn area or the gravel hill …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look for this bird of the shrub prairie in the Dixon Prairie when it is passing through. …
Type: Birding
… Forum on Ethics and Sustainability Tuesday, October 16, 2012 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Click here for more information …
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… rare that a plant's cultivar name makes it into everyday conversation—'Peace' comes to mind for roses, or 'Stella d'Oro' for daylilies. But say "'Annabelle'," and everyone knows you're talking about hydrangeas. A … Because size and pruning can be issues ('Limelight' can top out at 8 feet tall), the news in the panicle category is dwarf stature. Think of Little Lime ™ as a mini 'Limelight'. …
Type: Plant Info
… design studio to the dinosaur gallery. I’m excited to now devote my energies to advocating for plants and deepening our relationship to them. I’m thrilled to return to Chicago and honored … its founder. Assuming the role of President and CEO at the Garden marks a return to Chicago for Gretchen, who began her career at the Field Museum. Over her 18-year tenure there, she had a … design studio to the dinosaur gallery. I’m excited to now devote my energies to advocating for plants and deepening our relationship to them. I’m thrilled to return to Chicago and honored …
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