… Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to addressing physical, financial, and cultural barriers for our audiences. As part of this commitment and as a first step, we have created an Equitable … feedback from the community on how we can improve. To increase access, the Garden offers 52 free days a year; free daily admission for Illinois educators, active-duty military personnel, … and the Science Career Continuum For eligible organizations and groups: how to schedule your visit** We welcome you and your organization to schedule a visit. To schedule a visit, or if you …
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… Tomato Talk Tomato Talk Health benefits and nutritious recipes for fresh tomatoes Looking for a nutritious snack? Four ounces of fresh tomato has only 15 … baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly grease. Place the zucchini and yellow squash coins on one pan and sprinkle with half of the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast the … baking sheets with parchment paper and lightly grease. Place the zucchini and yellow squash coins on one pan and sprinkle with half of the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast the …
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… Tour the Fruit & Vegetable Garden Go Organic Download the GardenGuide App when you visit to use this tour on your phone Distance: .35 miles Time: 40-50 mins Stop 1: Build Healthy … you to do something unusual: take a good look at the soil. Healthy soil is THE #1 ingredient for growing tasty vegetables. We've worked hard here to improve our heavy, clay soil. No digging, … 7,000 apple varieties were documented in America. Today there are fewer than 100. We grow 26 varieties on the Fruit & Vegetable Island. Lettuce, tomatoes, peppers, apples: whenever you …
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… Places for the Spirit The Garden Shop will also carry the book Places for the Spirit: Traditional … often inspire artists. Explore the collection of sculptures hidden throughout the Garden, visit the Places for the Spirit exhibition, create your own sculpture using natural materials, … often inspire artists. Explore the collection of sculptures hidden throughout the Garden, visit the Places for the Spirit exhibition, create your own sculpture using natural materials, …
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… A Janet Meakin Poor Research Symposium Friday, October 26, 2012 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Click here for more information. …
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… BLOOMS 69" 5/30/2017 79.75" 69" 5/29/2017 78.25" 68" 5/28/2017 74.5" 65.5" 5/27/2017 73" 64" 5/26/2017 71" 60" 5/25/2017 66" 58" 5/24/2017 61.25" 53.25" 5/23/2017 56.5" 49.5" 5/22/2017 51.75" … 32.75" 5/17/2017 31.5" 31.5" 5/16/2017 30.25" 29.75" 5/15/2017 29" 28.25" 5/14/2017 27" 26.5" 5/13/2017 25.25" 24.75" 5/12/2017 23.75" 23" 5/11/2017 22.25" 21.25" The Garden’s Corpse … BLOOMS 69" 5/30/2017 79.75" 69" 5/29/2017 78.25" 68" 5/28/2017 74.5" 65.5" 5/27/2017 73" 64" 5/26/2017 71" 60" 5/25/2017 66" 58" 5/24/2017 61.25" 53.25" 5/23/2017 56.5" 49.5" 5/22/2017 51.75" …
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… plants to produce fruit. That’s because those plants produce separate male and female flowers. For example, the first flowers that appear on cucumber plants are typically males. You can tell … or running your hand over them if you do not see fruit forming.) Bees and other insects will visit tomato and pepper flowers in search of nectar and while doing so, they’ll also aid … to reach the nectar and pollen. Sunflowers are a particular favorite (unless they are “pollen-free” varieties). And you can save and roast the seeds if the birds don’t get them first. …
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… On Your Own Weekdays, 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Available year-round for students and youth groups of all ages On Your Own Field Trips allow you and your students to … sure that all teachers, chaperones, and bus drivers have a copy of the entry ticket to ensure free admission. Upon entry, the gatehouse attendant will direct you to your drop-off and pick-up … Access the public picnic area for lunch. Special Exhibitions Small, chaperoned groups may visit the Model Railroad Garden (early May through October) and Butterflies & Blooms (Memorial …
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… 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. December 22, 2025: Snow Art December 23, 2025: Ice Experiments December 26, 2025: Wonderful Winter December 29, 2025: Exploring Evergrreens December 30, 2025: Winter … is complete, you will receive an email from register@campdoc. What to Wear Dress for the weather! Wear clothes that are comfortable for outdoor and indoor activities and hands-on, messy fun. What to Bring Water bottle and a nut-free snack daily Nut-free lunch that does not require refrigeration Backpack in which to carry …
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… Guided Programs Grades 9 – 12 $120 per class Monday through Friday, seasonally 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:10 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of … vary; please call (847) 835-8313 if you would like to discuss specifics prior to your visit. … $120 per class Monday through Friday, seasonally 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs … vary; please call (847) 835-8313 if you would like to discuss specifics prior to your visit. …
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