… Cutie Patootie, and Diva. The availability of low-growing varieties makes them perfect for containers. While dahlias receive a standing ovation for their color and form, they have no scent, making them an ideal bloom for people with allergies. Devoted followers highlighted ease of growing as an attribute. …
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… to know what species are in your area as well as their food preferences and feeding habits. For example, some birds such as mourning doves are ground feeders while others such as the cardinal (Illinois state bird) visit feeders. Be sure to check local ordinances before feeding birds on the ground; ground … your bird feeders with favorite foods will increase the chances that birds will continually visit your garden. Safflower seed, sunflower hearts, and millet are preferred by many species of …
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… Desk. Registration Policies Chicago Botanic Garden members pay the lower fee listed for all classes. Become a member and receive a 20 percent discount on most classes and much more. … The Chicago Botanic Garden has a per-person admission system. Parking and admission are always free for members. If you are not a member, you may show your class registration confirmation upon arrival at the Gatehouse and the Visitor Center for free parking and admission on class date(s). Unless you require accessible parking, please park …
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Description: The only visiting raptor may be seen in the woodland in summer, or more likely, flying over in September in large flocks or kettles of at 50 or more. …
Type: Birding
… requires completion of an application and a brief telephone interview two months prior to your visit. The study tour is offered from May to October. Session Length The study tour can be scheduled for a minimum of one eight-hour day or a maximum of two eight-hour days. Typically, daily hours … requires completion of an application and a brief telephone interview two months prior to your visit. The study tour is offered from May to October. Session Length The study tour can be …
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… and displays, is one of the country's most visited public gardens and a preeminent center for learning and scientific research. The second show hosted by the Horticultural Society of … when the Society agreed to help create and manage a new public garden. With the groundbreaking for the Garden in 1965 and its opening in 1972, the Society created a permanent site on which to … and facilities. In recent years, state and federal grants have provided important funds for infrastructure projects, such as shoreline restoration and the garden wall. … The Chicago …
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… The Chicago Botanic Garden makes a beautiful background for your family pictures! No. 1: Crescent Garden Works great for: groups large and small. Chrysanthemums and Japanese maples in shades of burgundy and wine. No. 2: English Oak Meadow Works great for: families. As our silhouette “family” shows, position the group on the path, then stand on …
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… enough of the many opportunities that fall brings. Fall also happens to be my favorite season for horticultural therapy. This exciting time of year is when all the off-site therapy gardens … in a personal, tabletop container or raised garden bed—is a great way to prepare your garden for the fall while adding seasonal interest. This activity works well for a group of any size or ability. During this activity, our groups begin to remove overgrown …
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… It’s the season for grilling—time to share a simple, herb-related trick with the grill master at your house. … apply liberally. Another rosemary trick: Try threading chunks of meat onto rosemary skewers for a delicious infused kabob. Genius! A sage brush is perfect for sweeping marinades onto grilled chicken. After the meat is cooked, snip the herb into …
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… plant makes a great specimen in a large container, if Chicago-area homeowners have a frost-free, sunny location in which to site it. The Garden's Miss Alice™ paper flower is being … the checkerboard in the temperate Greenhouse. Bougainvilleas are almost entirely pest-free and have very low watering needs, making them a great pick for a larger container plant. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
