… Mushrooms for People and Planet Ancient Allies for Modern Maladies Paul Stamets Lecture Saturday, May 9, 2015 10 a.m. – noon Alsdorf Auditorium, … “immersion lecture,” Stamets goes deep into mushroom lore ( Fomes fomentarius was once used to carry fire embers), discusses mushrooms as miniature pharmaceutical factories, and shows the … “immersion lecture,” Stamets goes deep into mushroom lore ( Fomes fomentarius was once used to carry fire embers), discusses mushrooms as miniature pharmaceutical factories, and shows the …
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… Household Plus and Individual Plus: 10 a.m. – noon All membership levels: noon – 2 p.m. Open to the public: 2 – 4 p.m. Brighten your spring with orchids and other plants from the Orchid Show, available for purchase at bargain prices. Ready to buy an orchid? Don't miss the post-Orchid Show plant sale! Many of the plants featured in the … card preferred. All sales final. This event sells out quickly, so check social media and our website for updates. Before You Go Please ensure you have your membership information readily …
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… is known for its gorgeous plants, but beautiful birds also abound here, and it’s a great place to bird-watch as a family. Children and parents alike will be amazed at the variety of birds they … is an ideal time to begin, because you can see the same types of birds (species) each time you visit the Garden. This way, you can learn their field marks (identifying characteristics) and get … the Garden during their migrations. Whichever time of year you choose, mornings are generally best because birds are most active then, and often most vocal. You can even begin watching birds …
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… turnips, rutabagas, parsnips, onions, parsley, and cilantro. There’s still plenty of time to plant all of those crops and some delicious greens--Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris) and bok choy … says Lisa Hilgenberg, horticulturist in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. “They perform best when planted in the summer. This allows them to mature in the cooler, shorter days of … for Thanksgiving,” Hilgenberg says. Whether you sow cool-season crops from seeds, or buy transplants from your local garden center, they should be placed in fertile, evenly moist …
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… There are many good reasons to choose native shrubs for your garden. They’ve evolved and adapted over thousands of years to the ever-changing … Garden Underused Native Shrubs Landscaping with Native Plants Get the App Enhance your next visit to the Garden with the GardenGuide app . Featuring an interactive map, tour guide, event …
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… benefit is the delicate fragrance that most tall bearded iris possess. Bearded irises do best in full sun, well drained soils in Chicago area landscapes. Typically a planting will need to be divided every 3 to 4 years to provide enough fresh soil to support the heavy flower production. Iris borers can be a challenge for some gardeners and if present please consult your local nurseryman or call the Plant …
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… plant bugs, cucumber beetles, spongy moths — the list is legion. And all are ravenous for something green. Good and Bad Bugs Before you act, remember that not all bugs are harmful. If … praying mantis, and many more. The Chicago Botanic Garden relies on beneficial insects to help control the more destructive types at the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Ladybird … Beetles Number one on many lists of good insects is the ladybird beetle, often referred to as a ladybug. There are many varieties of ladybirds, at least two of which most gardeners have …
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… of acupressure in this interactive workshop with Dr. Angela Lorbeck. Learn practical protocols to activate specific points that promote relaxation, improve sleep quality, boost immunity, and … how gentle finger pressure can influence your body's natural healing systems. This class is for beginners seeking accessible self-care techniques to address everyday wellness challenges. Wear loose clothing that allows access from elbows to …
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… Sow seeds in March and April for a fast, flavorful harvest. It will be a few months before we can safely plant tomatoes, … chard, and kale as soon as the soil thaws. Lettuce and Swiss chard seeds, for example, start to germinate when the top inch of soil reaches about 40 degrees Fahrenheit. (This is when an … leaves that may have been harvested and shipped weeks earlier. But, that same amount will buy a hefty seed pack that will produce many plants and many meals. Cultivate Unlike tomatoes and …
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… puddles and fragrant blooms, of fresh breezes and breathtaking views, aren’t exclusively yours to flaunt. Also, you don’t have snowflakes. We’re not instigating a seasonal skirmish here at the Chicago Botanic Garden, we simply want winter—too often maligned as cold and dreary—to get its due. Perhaps no one is more agreeable to take on the pro-winter debate than Fred … executive vice president and director. And we also asked an Endeavor Health physician for winter health advice on getting outside no matter the season. “You have to look more closely …
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