… Tour the Dixon Prairie Lost Landscape Download the GardenGuide App when you visit to use this tour on your phone Distance: .56 miles Time: 1 hour 25 mins Stop 1: Savanna … above ground and have root systems that delve deep into the soil underground. In summer, look for the compass plant, which turns its big leaves to avoid the midday sun. Stop 3: Sand … such as Virginia rails and sora. Stop 8: Birding at the Prairie Dixon Prairie is a haven for all sorts of birds (and the birdwatchers who can spot them). At this close-to-the-water path …
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… Changing your planting style is a win-win for you and your local bees. At the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden, horticulturist Lisa … even more. Wild bees such as bumblebees, sweat bees, or mason bees can pollinate in only one visit, and much prefer foraging in blueberries than the honey bee—which would need three or more visits to get the same job done! Bumblebees, however, can fly at much lower temperatures than native bees …
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… late summer and fall as chickadees gather in family groups and small feeding flocks to prepare for the winter. The chickadee’s song—translated as “Hey, sweetie,” (though you can’t often hear the third syllable)—is reserved for late winter, spring, and summer, when the bird is courting and nesting. Nothing brightens a … who hear it, the song signals spring’s arrival. Because of its curiosity and propensity to visit feeders, the black-capped chickadee ( Poecile atricapillus ) can often introduce youngsters …
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… and taking photographs; document challenges and successes, problems, tasks, and ideas for next year. Make a list of the plants that worked and should be planted again. Bring in twigs, nuts, berries, and seedheads to dry for fall decorations or winter wreath making . Gather the stems into bunches, and secure them … (flat or curly), chervil, cilantro, and edible flowers such as calendula and nasturtium. Get edible bulbs—such as garlic bulbs , shallot, and onion sets (small onions for planting)—into …
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… Whether you’re a tomato expert or just getting started, there’s something here for you. Join us as we follow this May’s tomato plant give-away, Fred’s Tie-Dye ( Solanum … of heirloom tomato varieties with known dwarf tomato varieties to provide the starting point for an array of new, stable, open-pollinated (non-hybrid) dwarf growing tomato varieties. It’s unique—and tasty, too. Get your Fred’s Tie-Dye Tomato Don’t miss your chance to pick up your Fred’s Tie-Dye tomato May …
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… on two topics dear to me: American’s national parks (I just planned a Grand Canyon/Arches trip for June!), and the power of nature to improve mental health. The latter article cites scientific … came into my mind one morning. The day before me felt too busy, too much. How was I going to get everything done while being a good mother and daughter, an attentive partner and friend, and … seed catalogues or gardening books , and plan your summer garden . If you take a vacation, visit the local botanic garden . Dream of the tropics at the Orchid Show at the Chicago …
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… There’s nothing quite like a fresh start to the new year. For gardeners, this is a great time to set goals and to think through plans for the year. We … environmentally smart, and learn what types of plants best attract these amazing creatures—and get outside to enjoy them. Tim Johnson, director of horticulture Goals: My goal is to catch up on pruning in my garden to get plants back in scale. I also want to fill holes in beds with reliable performers to improve …
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… one can’t help but daydream about greener pastures, or in my case, lawns. Now is the time for spring lawn maintenance. The main purpose of spring lawn care is to get the turf through the summer months. Cool-season grasses such as Kentucky bluegrass, perennial … to mid-September. 3. Seed A seed spreader works well for seeding large areas of lawn. Once you get a chance to inspect your lawn, you may find a number of areas that need to be filled in. …
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… natural areas are bursting with birdlife. Our restoration ecologists mapped out a route for anyone looking to stretch their legs and see which birds are perched, paddling, or passing … Woods and McDonald Woods. In early spring, the nature trail also becomes a prime perch for watching the warbler migration as the oaks begin to flower. 2. Malott Japanese Garden As … sweeping through at dusk. Garden map Use the map of the Garden's grounds during your visit or to plan ahead. Download Map View Full Screen …
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… same thing — creating a place of their own, making something beautiful. It is a powerful pull for those of us who consider ourselves gardeners, whether by profession or avocation. Many of the … children? • To do something truly positive together • To learn something new together • To get outside, away from the television and anything else electronic How to garden with your children Start small and keep it simple. You don't need the latest, most expensive gadgets. Plant a few seeds in paper cups, make a label with a popsicle …
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