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  • … winter glory and discover our winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one.  Alan Anderson, board …
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  • … and tests, vegetable garden layouts, heirloom and modern cultivars, and when and how to plant for a continued, flavorful harvest.  Nina Koziol, horticulturist and writer Classroom 6, Learning …
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  • … This smaller growing elephant ear maxes out at 2 feet in size making it ideal for pot culture or in tropical gardens with limited space. A little bit hardier than most …
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  • … of colors that resemble ice cream cones. The overall habit is strong, upright and mid-sized for a middle layer in the perennial garden. Minimal maintenance, fertilizer and watering is …
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  • … Jefferson, is now a 45-acre National Historic Landmark in Philadelphia. “It’s an amazing place,” said Owen. “It’s just beautiful. There are still hundreds of gorgeous [original] trees.” … several trees on the grounds, Bartram’s Garden devised a collaborative project with The Center for Art in Wood, also in Philadelphia. The project, Bartram’s Boxes Remix, features the work of … from the felled trees. Each piece is meant to celebrate Bartram’s desire to share his passion for trees and other plants. An anonymous friend of the Garden purchased the three boxes by Owen …
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  • … to the pan and top with the zucchini flowers arranged in a circle. Bake in the 350° oven for 5 minutes, or until golden on top. Slice into wedges and serve warm with a drizzle of extra … to the pan and top with the zucchini flowers arranged in a circle. Bake in the 350° oven for 5 minutes, or until golden on top. Slice into wedges and serve warm with a drizzle of extra …
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  • … Gale Gand Garden Chef Recipes Just in time for strawberry and rhubarb season, Gale Gand, executive pastry chef and partner of Tru in Chicago … 5 minutes). Turn off the heat and allow it to cool.   … Garden Chef Recipes Just in time for strawberry and rhubarb season, Gale Gand, executive pastry chef and partner of Tru in Chicago …
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  • … the invasion of exotic species. Our ecologists, along with dedicated volunteers, have worked for decades on repairing and restoring this woodland habitat. In 2013, these efforts were … the invasion of exotic species. Our ecologists, along with dedicated volunteers, have worked for decades on repairing and restoring this woodland habitat. In 2013, these efforts were …
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  • … inhibiting weed seed germination. The rate of application as well as the timing are critical for maximum effectiveness. CGM should be applied before weed seeds germinate in the … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for more detailed information. …
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  • … Sascha Jacobsen ( Trio Garufa , The Musical Art Quintet ), Alma Vieja is at once an album for tango lovers and an opening for all listeners into this magical world.           This concert is presented in collaboration …
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