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  • … Q. Is there anything I can do now to prepare my turf for the winter? A.Fall is a good time to improve the health of your lawn and prepare it for winter. There are a number of cultural …
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  • … well ahead of the first day of spring. “ As senior director of horticulture, it’s hard for me to single out the season’s highlights; there will be a ton. But even after spending more than 40 … window for the peak display. Our Crescent Garden tulip display Typically peaking in May, the 26,000 tulips in the Crescent Garden are a sight to behold and a much-anticipated event for many … design in mind to create an impact in spring. The changing season in the Graham Bulb Garden To get the most out of spring, drop by throughout the season. Regular walks through the Graham Bulb …
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  • … year-round birds into your garden by offering them food, water, and shelter. Start with easy-to-clean bird feeders. Place the feeders at different heights. Some birds (sparrows, juncos, … feeding platform. Woodpeckers, titmice, nuthatches, chickadees, finches, and redpolls tend to prefer feeders that are 4 to 6 feet off the ground. (One note of caution—if neighboring cats … roam your garden, do not place bird seed on the ground.)   Spring is an important time of year for bird feeding. That’s because the seeds in many natural areas and forest preserves are often …
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  • … Onions What are you most interested in/excited for this summer on the farm? I look forward to spending some peaceful time just thinking. I get to ignore what's going on outside the fence … is a fun or surprising fact about you? I love drawing and thinking about how things are the way they are…it's all a mystery to me.   Washington Park Avion Age: 16 Grade: 11 School: Walter … for the Apprenticeship.  When I learned of my eligibility for Corps, I decided it would be my best option because I would have the opportunity to extend my training over two seasons while …
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  • … value of composted manure can vary significantly, it adds organic content, which can lead to improved soil structure. Good soil structure is essential for a healthy garden. Improving soil structure makes the soil easier to work, improves water absorption, holding capacity, drainage, and aeration. Composted manure …
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  • … Come For the Flowers, Stay For the Birds …
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  • … 50+ years of connecting people to the natural world By design, our living museum will never be complete. We will continue to … and CEO The Garden is thriving because of our partners and visitors like you. Thank you for supporting our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. “...the … of them survived. But we’ve learned a lot since then and have had a lot of support along the way. 1970s and 1980s The impossible dream becomes When the Garden opened its doors in spring …
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  • … Q: What should we consider when choosing shrubs for our home landscape A: The saying “right plant…right place” is essential to keep in mind when selecting shrubs. Many shrub problems can be traced back to choices made years before. Moreover, early planning is especially desirable now, due to high …
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