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  • … European bluestar is one of the few amsonia species native to Europe (Turkey and Greece) rather than North America. … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
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  • … June 1, 10:30 a.m. – noon Alsdorf Auditorium $12 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Buy Tickets Now What do an astronaut, a garden, a zoo, and a planetarium all have in common? Join …
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  • … Lenhardt Library Collections General Collection The general collection is for staff, members, and visitors and contains books and journals on subjects such as botany, … and Polish—are available in the Kids Corner.   Activity Books A variety of books for adults to use with their children or students include nature crafts, science fair projects ideas, and ecology. There are books that demonstrate best practices to teach gardening and support curricula.   Periodical Collection The periodical …
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  • … Botanic Garden and the Department of Anthropology of Northwestern University invite you to a workshop presented by Nature, Culture and Human Health (NCH2). The discussion will focus on … Veterans Program, Thresholds. After the panel discussion, the audience will be invited to contribute to smaller round table discussion focusing on a variety of topics including: how to foster partnerships, finding resources, and research to formulate best-practices for nature-assisted therapies.   …
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  • … clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early summer. The foliage ranges from threadlike to willow-like and looks attractive throughout the growing season with the bonus of good to outstanding yellow to gold fall color. Species may vary in plant size from a ground cover … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Spirits: Craft Spirits Tasting at the Garden Thursday, March 8 6 – 8 p.m. Regenstein Center Buy Tickets Now Advance Member/Nonmember tickets: $20/$25 (purchased on or before March 7) Day-of tickets Member/Nonmember: $23/$28    (purchased on March 8) Must be 21 or older to attend event; valid ID card must be shown Parking is per car; free for Garden members.  Beat the winter blues with a craft spirits tasting at the …
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  • … Feed the Birds — The Hows and Whys One of winter's many pleasures is seeing a male northern cardinal, decked in bright red plumage, feasting on seeds from your snow-covered feeder. Indeed, one of the main reasons humans feed birds is to experience nature's beauty right outside their door. Feeding the birds can be as simple as … basic concepts that will make you and the birds happy: Though birds are intelligent enough not to rely on only your feeders for sustenance, it's a good idea to keep the feeders filled as much …
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  • … Saturday and Sunday, June 16 and 17, 2012 Noon – 6 p.m.  Meadow west of Evening Island Buy Tickets Advance:  $25 members/$30 nonmembers Day-of:  $30 members/$35 nonmembers Parking is per car; free for Garden members By purchasing tickets for this event, you agree to terms and conditions stated below. * Must be 21 or older to purchase ticket; valid ID card … enjoy tastings of tequila, specialty cocktails, Mexican beers, and savor and learn about the best of Mexico’s food and beverage traditions. Local restaurants will sell dishes originating …
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