… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … Glencoe, IL Tour Leader: Plant Evaluation Gardens: A Climate Lens Richard Hawke is responsible for the comparative evaluation of more than 1,200 taxa of herbaceous and woody plants in the … The program is one of the largest and most diverse in the nation, and received the Award for Program Excellence from the American Public Garden Association in 2008. Hawke has a …
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… New! Do you want to draw, but have no idea how to start? This is the perfect course for you. Heeyoung Kim will guide beginners step-by-step from …
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… Eco-Friendly Decorations It’s time for holiday celebrations, and that means it’s time for holiday decorations. Tables, mantels, … nearby. Inside and out, homes beckon with welcoming lights. Whatever your holiday, it’s easy to be eco-friendly this year when you decorate. Décor. Can the Plastic . For the past 50 years, … among hundreds of candle makers selling their eco-friendly products on the web; click here to visit just one of them. So…as you ponder unpacking those dusty boxes of old, energy-inefficient, …
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… Q. Is it possible to grow a bay-leaf tree inside the house? A. Under the right circumstances, a bay tree, Laurus … one main trunk and a big ball of foliage at the top. The leaves can be picked fresh or dried for bay seasoning. During the winter, a bright spot with a few hours of direct sunlight a day is …
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… July 14 – September 30, 2012 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. The Places for the Spirit: Traditional African American Gardens exhibition is a stunning collection of fine …
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… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … Arboretum, Lisle, IL Moderator: Natives or Nonnatives: That is the Question Dr. Cavender works to strengthen the Arboretum's leadership and activities in tree science and conservation, build capacity to grow the Arboretum's service to the public, improve the vigor of the urban forest in the …
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… Q: Do you have any gardening gift ideas for Mother's Day? A: Moms who are avid gardeners always appreciate gifts that make their lives easier or add beauty to outdoor spaces. Cut flowers are gorgeous but short-lived, so how about giving live plants? A … a potted miniature rose can be enjoyed indoors and later planted in the garden. Moms who like to cook will welcome a pretty container of fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme, …
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… is an enjoyable virtual experience you can take anywhere! New! Discover beautiful shrubs for the home garden. Andrew Bunting will give an overview of the best-of-the-best hydrangeas and …
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… the leaves of tall switchgrass or the sharp “chip” calls of migrating birds as they search for seeds on coneflowers and coreopsis. The Dixon Prairie is a wonderful 15-acre re-creation of … states. If you haven’t strolled through this part of the Garden, late summer is a good time to do so. There are more than 250 species of native plants on this open, rolling landscape. Many … crescent butterflies and cuckoo bees are just a few of the many nectar-seeking insects that visit the blossoms. When crushed, the leaves emit a minty fragrance, which makes the plants …
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… New! It can be a challenge to keep a vegetable garden going all summer. Join horticulturist Nina Koziol to learn how to keep your veggies thriving until the first fall frost and beyond. Take away tips on …
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