… Polish—are available in the Kids Corner. Activity Books A variety of books for adults to use with their children or students include nature crafts, science fair projects ideas, and ecology. … The Lenhardt Library is developing a collection of national prominence that strengthens its service to staff researchers and the visiting public. In 2002, the Library acquired a collection … The Lenhardt Library is developing a collection of national prominence that strengthens its service to staff researchers and the visiting public. In 2002, the Library acquired a collection …
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… tall and 20-30 feet wide and is the most widely distributed tree occurring in North America. A fast-growing tree, it is known for its white bark and green leaves that quake in even the …
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… ’Medallion’s foliage is a festival of greens, with each different shade feathering into the next. First, there’s the light green midrib and the … temperatures below 60, they’re most commonly used as potted plants in the U.S. All need loose, fast-draining soil and constant moisture, but don’t let them stand in water. And please, no …
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… spends his days planting, pruning, mulching, and weeding at the Chicago Botanic Garden—his service dog, Cooper, keeping watch or sleeping on a portable bed nearby. The image may appear … disorder (PTSD) after leaving the military. “It was scary at first,” Rubinberg said of his job with the Garden’s Veteran Internship Program (VIP) that started in May. “But being able to step … military he experienced antisemitism and found it difficult to observe holidays and Shabbat, fast, and keep kosher because of the strict routines. It was a dark time because, as Rubinberg …
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… New! Learn about the theory and practice of engaging with plants and nature as a tool for wellness. The history, theoretical foundations, and current … Experience the benefits of therapeutic horticulture firsthand during an immersive session with hands-on activities in the outdoor classroom of the Buehler Enabling Garden. Activities are …
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… start showing up in the stores (or come to you as holiday gifts), will you know what to do with them? Learn ways to keep flowering holiday plants looking their best for a long time. We’ll …
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… and accentuate damage on the road-facing side of the plant. Many evergreens—particularly fast-growing varieties such as yews—will be fine after a light pruning. Deeply scorched plants … might need to be replaced altogether. Grass showing winter damage will recover fairly quickly with attentive watering and care. It’s never good to lose a plant or shrub to the elements, but a … For more information about gardening in winter, go to our free public Plant Information Service: chicagobotanic.org/plantinfoservice . …
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… Lacy Belle has long bluish green leaves with a narrow margin that emerge yellow and change to cream as the season progresses. It is considered a fast growing medium sized hosta. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. … take 3-8 years for hostas to reach their full size. They all prefer moist, loamy soil enriched with organic matter. Some leaf damage by slugs is to be expected. Deer find hosta delicious. …
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… for high-acid foods like jams, pickles, and salsas. Tomatoes can also be processed this way with additional acid (such as lemon juice). The high acidity kills bacteria, ensuring the food … 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 fast-paced endeavor once you get started. Having all your ingredients prepped and measured before …
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… moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. The leaves of this plant are a bright green with scalloped edges and can grow to three to six feet in length and point upward. Giant taro is … in the summer when overnight temperatures exceed 60 degrees. Because of the extremely fast growth during the summer months this plant is a heavy feeder and requires consistent …
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