… make-a-floral-centerpiece gathering. One Tuesday evening before Thanksgiving, we did just that for the first time in our office at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Within an hour, each of my work … if anyone brings wine and snacks to share. Gather supplies You should pick up a few things for the group. Flower holders Provide something to keep flowers in place inside the containers. … many different kinds of flowers. Stick to bunches of three, considering colors and textures. For instance, you might pick a peach carnation, orange mum, and yellow rose. Favorites It …
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… such as arborvitae, won't resprout if you cut back as far as the bare, brown part of a branch. For a wreath that combines deep green with tones of golden brown, dried hydrangea blossoms are a … wreath, whether homemade or store-bought and home-decorated, is an outdoor decoration for the door or exterior wall. Indoors, it would quickly dry out and leave a mess. Even for outdoor use, Clifton recommends spraying your wreath with an antidessicant (sold at garden …
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… the neighbors are sneaking tomatoes onto your front porch. Never fear. There are many options for coping with the harvest. One option is to donate surplus produce to food pantries or homeless … pantry welcomes perishable goods before you deliver the produce. If you need new inspiration for the table, check out the recipes from the Garden Café . Pesto A classic way to use up … sauce. Freeze pesto in ice-cube trays and then keep the cubes in the freezer in a zipper bag for later use. Got armloads of heirlooms on your hands? Learn to preserve your harvest in tomato …
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… Plants That Celebrate Halloween It’s just about that time of year for ghosts, goblins, witches, and treats. To celebrate, here are some plants that are not only … during summer. Split the fruits lengthwise, lightly oil and season the flesh, and grill them for a yummy Halloween treat. Darth Vader Begonia ( Begonia darthvaderiana ) This rare begonia was … which refer to its large leaves that often have perforations. The holes or deep lobes account for its other common name, “Swiss cheese plant.” Whatever its name, it makes a great monster of a …
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… my work invites viewers to slow down and connect with nature, encouraging a deeper curiosity for the subtle wonders all around us. I am continually inspired by nature and science, and … my work invites viewers to slow down and connect with nature, encouraging a deeper curiosity for the subtle wonders all around us. I am continually inspired by nature and science, and …
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… when the Society agreed to help create and manage a new public garden. With the groundbreaking for the Chicago Botanic Garden in 1965 and its opening in 1972, the Society created a permanent … when the Society agreed to help create and manage a new public garden. With the groundbreaking for the Chicago Botanic Garden in 1965 and its opening in 1972, the Society created a permanent …
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… New! Watercolor is perfect for winter: crisp white paper, long crystalline-blue shadows, landscapes transformed by mounds of …
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… around with the experts at the Enabling Garden and perhaps they can point one out to you. Look for this tundra-breeder traveling in a flock of common redpolls or goldfinches and siskins. This …
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… Summer is just around the corner, and summer is the time for color. This class presents the many ways plants can be combined and mixed to enhance the …
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… This course is for individuals seriously considering or already in the process of aquaponic food production on a …
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