… through leadership transitions and is committed to ensuring continuity and stability for staff, donors, and partners. Most recently, Kathleen served as vice president of development … through leadership transitions and is committed to ensuring continuity and stability for staff, donors, and partners. Most recently, Kathleen served as vice president of development …
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… honors: Liberty Hyde Bailey Award, American Horticultural Society (2002) L.C. Chadwick Award for Arboricultural Research, International Society of Arboriculture (2008) Award of Merit, … honors: Liberty Hyde Bailey Award, American Horticultural Society (2002) L.C. Chadwick Award for Arboricultural Research, International Society of Arboriculture (2008) Award of Merit, …
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… everyone of the myths out there that roses are hard,” says Soulsby, senior horticulturist for the Krasberg Rose Garden , Heritage Garden, and Linden Allée. “Over a couple decades ago, the … toward more sustainable roses, and right now that’s what all the rose breeders are shooting for.” Krasberg Rose Garden For your spring inspiration, here are myths he is busting Myth 1: Roses are too …
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… At the end of fall, it is easy for people to think that nature has shut down for the winter—this could not be farther from the truth. This thought is particularly true of … manner of crawly things on the woodland floor. Although most of the vegetation does go dormant for the winter, there is still a myriad of life to be found, even though it might be more …
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… Start with the Basics A common and sometimes costly expense for many homeowners is lawn care. No matter whether you maintain your lawn yourself or hire a service, this is a good time to examine the best practices for growing healthy turfgrass. Don't invest more money than is necessary to have an attractive … soil, sun, and moisture requirements. A commercial soil test can be a cost-effective tool for understanding your soil and knowing what amendments it needs — or doesn't need — to support …
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… A senior horticulturist shares his colorful secrets Smart gardeners are always on the lookout for great container plans. Senior horticulturist Tom Soulsby put together a sunny, happy mix that would work for many a porch pot or deck display. Why did he choose these particular plants? Soulsby shares … is taller than 12 inches, and most are in the 3- to 6-inch range. Keep heights low, but allow for a range—from creeping near the ground to a foot in height. Tip 2: Scale matters. Flowers are …
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… May on record at Chicago O’Hare (9.51 inches) and Midway (7.65 inches) airport stations. For three consecutive years now, the O’Hare station has broken total precipitation records for the month of May. A 1-inch rainfall on an acre produces about 27,000 gallons of water and it … and suburbs continue to develop and build structures and roads, there is less permeable space for water to enter the ground and, as a result, there is more flooding in many areas. Allowing …
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… be therapeutic, as long as it is something you enjoy doing. What could be more exhilarating, for example, than raking leaves on a crisp autumn day? Even mowing the lawn can be therapy for some. I have a neighbor who mows his lawn at least twice a week simply because he loves to cut grass. For most people it would be a chore, but for him it's enjoyable and therapeutic. One of the …
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… And it can save you some big bucks. A 1-gallon pot of purple coneflowers (Echinacea purpurea), for example, may cost $8 to $10. A packet of seeds can provide dozens of the same plant for about one-third of the price. Each seed holds an embryonic plant that’s resting and waiting for the right conditions to germinate. One of the most satisfying things a gardener can do is …
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… I started vermicomposting (composting with worms) in April for Earth Day. It has been four months and my worms have generated some nice castings (worm poop) … and airy, not wet. (Note: If your worm bin is soggy, open the lid and let the bin dry out for a week or so. Do not add any food scraps before moving to the next step.) When you have a … any remaining food scraps. This might take a week or so. View all parts Vermicomposting for Beginners view part 1 Tips for Managing Your Worm Bin View part 2 This worm bin still has …
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