… as the chemical that makes leaves green. But ask why leaves turn color in the fall, and we get vague quickly. Colder temperatures? Shorter days? True, but there’s more to the story. American smoke tree (Cotinus obovatus) turns a brilliant yellow late in the … “Plant physiologists have understood the environmental factors that lead to fall color for many years. However, each of the 1,391 different taxa of trees and 2,319 taxa of shrubs here …
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… front and center in the Crescent's annual beds, while hundreds of evergreen boxwood give shape to their curves. The evergreens create a mass of green "steps" flanking the eight concentric tiers, which increase in size as they slope gently down to the water's edge. Brick walkways lace through the beds, encouraging visitors to step close to … blocks of thousands of tulips, and fall features chrysanthemums in warm harvest tones. But for a real treat, don't miss summer in the Crescent. As the plants fill in, tumble against each …
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… seafood restaurant in New York. A graduate of the Scottsdale Culinary Institute, Mark worked for the acclaimed Michael's Restaurant in Scottsdale and alongside celebrity chef Michelle … kim chee base, sesame oil, soy sauce, half of the cilantro, and rice wine vinegar. Marinate for at least 20 minutes. For the vinaigrette Combine yuzu juice and blended oil and remaining cilantro. (Yuzu is a …
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… with Lawndale Christian Health Center that provides fresh produce and nutrition education to the North Lawndale neighborhood. Childhood Memories I grew up in North Lawndale, and … by people who have lived here a long time–grandmas and grandpas passing knowledge down to children and children’s children. My first job was with Windy City Harvest. It’s a core … know what they need and want, and we work our programming around them. Some participants come for plants, food pick-up, or classes. Many come for community–to socialize, ask questions, share …
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… removed and discarded, leaves thinly sliced 1 lemon, juiced 1/4 cup olive oil, plus extra for drizzling 2 teaspoons honey Fresh ground black pepper 1 mango, diced small (about 1 cup) or … serving bowl, add kale, half of lemon juice, and a drizzle of oil. Massage until kale starts to soften and wilt, 2–3 minutes. Set aside while you make dressing. In a small bowl, whisk … serving bowl, add kale, half of lemon juice, and a drizzle of oil. Massage until kale starts to soften and wilt, 2–3 minutes. Set aside while you make dressing. In a small bowl, whisk …
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… years with NorthShore University HealthSystem, where she directed the human resources program for more than 1,750 employees in more than 75 offices throughout Illinois. She is also fluent in … population. Giglio holds a B.B.A. from Loyola University, Chicago. She is married to Michael James Giglio, co-owner of Kay's Candies in Rosemont, a family-owned business since … population. Giglio holds a B.B.A. from Loyola University, Chicago. She is married to Michael James Giglio, co-owner of Kay's Candies in Rosemont, a family-owned business since …
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… It’s a big week for cooking, for getting out the china, crystal, and silver, and for setting a holiday-worthy … yet? A cornucopia, or horn of plenty, is a classically beautiful, easy, and crowd-pleasing way to pull together a centerpiece without a lot of fuss or expense. I taught a fall cornucopia …
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… you call it, Tradescantia ohiensis is just one of the prairie plants that has a unique story to tell. Tradescantia ohiensis , better known to most as spiderwort, blooms in late spring in … composed of three petals contrast with its six bright yellow anthers, each flower opening for a few hours in the morning or longer if cloudy. Spiderwort belongs to the Commelinaceae, the … strings of mucilaginous sap that form as it stretches between your fingertips. By the way, the “wort” part of spiderwort, which is commonly used to describe many plants (figwort, …
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… Society, the parent organization of the Chicago Botanic Garden, had a leading role, helping to create the largest acreage of urban land under cultivation in the country. That legacy … of Chicago and in Lake County. The Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden has inspired visitors for decades to grow their own vegetables. The COVID-19 health crisis has changed how we get our food, including fruits and vegetables. As those in the farming industry know, the concept …
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