… Fall Quiz Fall Quiz From crisp leaves underfoot to ghoulies dangling from trees, fall is in the air—and here at the Garden we’ve noticed that people have *strong opinions* about the best way to mark the season. Take this quiz to find your fall personality. Take the quiz below to … Fall Quiz From crisp leaves underfoot to ghoulies dangling from trees, fall is in the air—and here at the Garden we’ve noticed that people have *strong opinions* about the best …
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… As the days get shorter, you might be looking for off-the-beaten paths where you can soak up the … Garden’s southeast side, just north of Dundee Road, the Reserve is relatively unknown, even to longtime visitors. As an assistant ecologist, I’m in the Reserve a lot, and often by myself. … The drama of birds for even non-birders It’s fascinating to watch the migratory birds on their way south, or to just pick a quiet spot to observe wading birds . Look for great blue herons, …
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… Our Plant Experts’ Picks. Gardens are growing, and so are the trends shaping them. From eco-savvy native gardening designs to responsibly sourcing your seeds and plants, our Chicago Botanic Garden experts share their top … so there’s no need to mow. Plus, it’s just one of hundreds of U.S. native sedges finding their way into eco-friendly gardens. Transforming your yard can be as simple as swapping grass for …
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… Q: How do I prevent my tomatoes from cracking? A: The main cause of skin cracking is fluctuation of soil moisture, especially as tomatoes ripen. If … will take up water quickly and put on a growth spurt. This type of fast growth causes the skin to crack. Tomato cracks can be avoided by applying a few inches of organic mulch around the plants to prevent the soil from becoming overly dry. The best time to water tomatoes is in the early morning. …
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… A Font Inspired by Tradition and Creativity When designing the Orchid Show: India Blooms, Chicago Botanic Garden design manager Wendy Griffiths was inspired by her visit to a textile factory in Jaipur. She knew she needed a font that reflected the beauty and tradition of Indian artistry …
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… Bees & Beyond thematic programming at the Chicago Botanic Garden inspired Windy City Harvest to offer this special course for gardeners to learn about the pollinators in their backyards and gardening techniques to support them. Rachel Kimpton, Windy City Harvest …
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… The Crescent Bold planting ideas are front and center in the Crescent's annual beds, while hundreds of evergreen boxwood give shape to their curves. The evergreens create a mass of green "steps" flanking the eight concentric … Bold planting ideas are front and center in the Crescent's annual beds, while hundreds of evergreen boxwood give shape to their curves. The evergreens create a mass of green "steps" flanking the eight concentric …
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… Looking for a meditative moment? Check out some of our favorite footage of summer at the Garden, featuring bright blooms swaying in the breeze, lush vistas, and unique perspectives of the green world around us. If you’re … before summer turns fall. Bonus tip: Seek out the monarch butterflies before they travel to Mexico! They’ve been spotted in the Heritage Garden and the Helen and Richard Thomas English …
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… Spring Photo Tour Explore Visual Perspective Download the GardenGuide App when you visit to use this tour on your phone Distance: .5 miles Time: 1 hour 20 mins - 1 hour 40 mins Stop 1: … form with pattern. Stop 7: Photo Tip: Spring-Enabling Garden Watch for ferns along the way, as they stretch up from the soil. When you reach the Guardian Statue, turn right to Evening … Explore Visual Perspective Download the GardenGuide App when you visit to use this tour on your phone Distance: .5 miles Time: 1 …
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… New! Learn the proper methods to grow a living plant arrangement in a water-filled vase, including which plants do best growing in water and how to care for them to keep them happy and healthy for a long time. …
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