… CaraDonna graduated from Humboldt State University with a degree in botany in 2010. He went on to earn a Ph.D. in ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Arizona in 2016. His … pollinators. Louise Clemency, Field Supervisor, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Louise Clemency is the field supervisor for the Chicago Field Office of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. … landscaping enhancements. She is also a co-founder of Plant Love Stories, a website and social media movement designed to inspire recognition of the role plants play in our …
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… May 6, 2017 3 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium, Chicago Botanic Garden $25 nonmember; $20 member Buy Tickets The title of Dr. Sampson’s book— How to Raise a Wild Child: The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature —says a lot about how … science communicator believes children learn. Experiences in science and nature are critical to a child’s development, and Sampson helps make that important connection through his new role …
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… you just can’t wait for that first day when you lose the covers and open the windows. It is that breath of fresh air that tells us summer is just around the corner. Roses under a warm … protects roses from the harsh winter winds and freeze and thaw cycles that can be deadly to many cultivars. As the hours of sunlight increase and daytime temperatures get warmer, however, we need to start inspecting our roses for signs that it is time to remove the compost and prepare the …
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… (that I manage) many years ago. Tom Tiddens and Tom Fritz pruning the apple orchard. To prune the north orchard (about 43 trees) it takes three people about two weeks. We wait until late winter/early March to begin pruning and complete the work before the buds begin to plump and open, as this is the optimal window to prune apple trees for plant health. Over the years, I have been in every …
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… Love is in the air...we ❤️ the date nights, meet-cutes, and anniversaries at the Garden—and watching … the 50 or so couples who got engaged last year at our holiday event Lightscape. So we got to thinking about romantic spots on our 385 acres and heart-fluttering engagement moments. … Hubert Malott Japanese Garden . That's what we're talking about. Sure, there’s something to be said about just waiting for the right moment. But it doesn’t hurt to scout out a memorable …
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… Blog followers will remember that in the first “How to Train Your Plant” post, we demonstrated how plants respond to the gravitational pull of the earth. Geotropism is difficult to overcome, but that didn’t stop me from trying to make a plant grow sideways …
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… The garden and the kitchen are “dancing partners,” according to a cookbook from the team behind Blackberry Farm , the luxurious farm and inn in Tennessee. … Jeff Ross, farmstead educator and artisan chef at Blackberry Farm, brought that farm-to-table spirit to the Chicago Botanic Garden. Jeff Ross at Blackberry Farm Ross showed how easy it is to incorporate fresh produce and gardening into your life in his lecture, “Eating Between the …
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… 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium $47.20/$59 $29 with student ID; call (847) 835-6801 to register at this rate Register Now Celebrate pollinator week by learning more about … & Ecologist Beyond their importance to pollinators, many other reasons support why it is important for us to integrate native species in the landscapes that surround us. Once we agree … adoption. 10:15 a.m. Break 10:45 a.m. The value of cities in pollinator conservation: Steps to best support our native bees Rebecca Tonietto , Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, …
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… Here’s a quick, creative way to let mom or a special someone know that you care—make a kindness stone, just because. You may … a picture and post it. Do you mind?” Kindness stones make people smile and are small enough to put on a desk or window ledge. The whole family can get involved—even teen-agers will enjoy a chance to express themselves with this easy craft. Supplies: Rocks—fist size is a good place to start *Paint Permanent marker Newspaper or work surface *Any paint will …
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… Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist at the Chicago Botanic Garden, offers a step-by-step guide to creating a one-of-a-kind terrarium filled with your favorite plants and personal touches. Need … fish bowl, or something similar. Use a tightly closed, clear glass or plastic container to retain the most humidity. Open containers also work, but will require more frequent watering. … especially if it’s a closed terrarium. 4. Use a clean, well-drained growing medium that is high in organic matter. A blend of peat moss, vermiculite, and perlite is a good choice. Soil …
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