Plants and other garden features can be cost-effective ways to reduce summer cooling and winter heating bills. We will explore how selection and placement of a variety of trees, plants, and other landscape elements can increase energy efficiency and beauty around any dwelling. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. …
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New! Explore a variety of native perennials, shrubs, and trees that tolerate various environmental challenges, including limited sunlight, drought, and difficult soil conditions. Selecting resilient native plants can help reduce maintenance needs, support local wildlife, and enhance your garden’s ecological footprint . This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted …
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New! Whether scrambling over a split rail fence or cascading from a rustic arbor, vines add height, structure, and visual interest to the landscape while enhancing the ecological value of a garden. Learn how to use and grow native woody and herbaceous vines with colorful flowers, variable textures, and multi-season value. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be …
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Discover a palette of shade-loving perennials to brighten and enhance low-light garden areas. You will learn to create colorful and harmonious combinations using a wide range of plants that thrive in shady spaces. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in …
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Explore how to select, arrange, and position perennials in full-sun combinations. Build your design recipes by maximizing and extending color and texture using a wide range of plantings. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. The School’s …
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… Orchidaceae, is the second largest plant family in the world, with 880 genera and more than 26,000 species. Orchid breeders have created more than 100,000 hybrids, some of them combining … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
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… beginning at 6:30:01 p.m. (CT) on October 8, 2025, and ending at 11:59:59 p.m. (CT) on October 26, 2025 (the "Giveaway Period".) To enter, you must follow Chicago Botanic Garden … on or before October 29, 2025. We must receive eligible entries during the Giveaway Period for them to be eligible for the drawing. We will notify the potential winner by posting a comment to their Instagram post …
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… One of the latest of the late bloomers, balsam aster ( Aster ageratoides ) is a true aster native to eastern … the flowers become lavender. As a late bloomer into November, balsam aster is a good plant for pollinators. …
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… Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to addressing physical, financial, and cultural barriers for our audiences. As part of this commitment and as a first step, we have created an Equitable … and the Science Career Continuum For eligible organizations and groups: how to schedule your visit** We welcome you and your organization to schedule a visit. To schedule a visit, or if you have any questions, please email Click here to show mail …
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… Connect with like-minded peers and build lasting memories. Friday field trips: Get ready for thrilling adventures! Exciting possibilities: Kayaking on the serene waters, building your … the guidance of experienced mentors. Analyze data, draw conclusions, and prepare your findings for presentation. Become a mini-scientist: Learn vital lab techniques and research methods, like … must submit the following items: Completed application: Share your story and aspirations! Latest progress report: Show us your academic achievements. (Report cards requested at …
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