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  • … the handsomely divided leaves from late April through early June. It is a great selection for under the canopy of deciduous trees but can also be grown in full sun. In drier climates, it suffers from spider mites but they are rarely a problem for Chicago-area gardeners. …
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  • … Experience gentle yoga for well-being in a relaxing and inclusive environment designed for all levels of fitness. Enjoy a combination of gentle breathing, stretching, meditation, and …
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  • … it produces fragrant semi-double red blooms. It is one of many hybrid rugosa roses bred for their increased hardiness and insect and disease resistance. Bred in Canada, this rose is named for the noted Canadian fur trapper who helped found the Hudson Bay Fur Company. …
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  • … The registered name for Lavaglut® floribunda rose ( Rosa 'Korlech') translates from German into "lava flow." Deep … unfortunately, not fragrant. Plant this rose in full sun and provide space around the plant for air movement—an important element in disease prevention. …
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  • … endurance, posture, core strength, cardiovascular health, and balance. This class is designed for all fitness levels, with your instructor expertly adjusting to different endurance abilities. Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Dress for the weather.    Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan, certified personal trainer and founder, SALSArobics ® …
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  • … and the field marks used to identify common birds of the Chicago area. Then we’ll go out for a bird walk and try out your newly acquired skills. Bring binoculars if you have them. Dress for the weather.  Jim Steffen, ecologist emeritus, Chicago Botanic Garden Classroom 1, Learning …
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  • … Discover many hardy shrubs suitable for our landscape beyond the 65 shrubs explored in the Deciduous Flowering Shrubs course. You … cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. Dress for the weather. Prerequisite: Botany 1 suggested.  The School’s CEUs=14 hours  OPC elective   …
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  • … Crafting the perfect brunch for all your celebrations is easy. Whether you are celebrating a graduation, Mother’s Day, or the … and mustard ham, and fruit skewers with a delicious balance of feta and hot honey, perfect for all your celebratory needs.  Meg Dhamer, private chef and owner, The Secret Supper Club ITW …
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  • … Native to southern Europe, silver sage is a clump-forming biennial grown for its large, woolly, silver leaves rather than its flowers; the botanic name comes from the Latin word for silver, argentum. The 12-inch-tall leaves appear in the first year, followed by silver flower …
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  • … blue to white and thrives in full sun. A North American native, this species is a great choice for locations that experience hot humid summers. It dislikes heavy, wet winter soils, so planting on a slight mound in the garden is recommended. A pollinator magnet for both birds and insects. The basal foliage retains a mounded appearance as the flowering …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant