… a small stand of dead American elm trees, I began to lift the loose remaining bark away from one of the trees to see if any spiders were present. As I gently pulled the bark away from the … is possible to construct bat houses that, if placed in the proper locations, can attract and support colony-forming bats during the summer. We have several of these bat house installed on … to build a bat house? Construction details can be found at the Bat Conservation International website at batcon.org . Another local flier, this very tame flying squirrel enjoyed a snack of …
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Q. While spraying a weedy patch with Roundup, I inadvertently exposed some evergreens to the herbicide, and now quite a few of them have brown needles. Can I restore these plants? A. Roundup is a non-selective herbicide that can seriously damage or kill most plant material it contacts. It is also capable of interfering with a plant's ability to generate new growth. Once evergreen needles turn …
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… Springtime temperatures, however, can fluctuate wildly, hitting temperatures in the 70s one day and dipping to freezing the next. Many plants do not have adequate time to adjust. Plants …
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… Years ago, in many midwestern neighborhoods it seemed that every yard had one or two of the same flowering shrubs. Regardless of what kind of garden might be hidden in the backyard, the front was sure to contain at least one old-fashioned shrub: lilac, mock orange, spirea, weigela, or honeysuckle. All would bloom by … Buddleja davidii (butterfly bush) Known as a dieback shrub in the Chicago area, its branches die to the ground during severe winters, but its crown remains alive, ready to send up 3- to …
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… to many resident and migrating birds. A variety of butterflies can always be seen dancing from one nectar- and pollen-rich plant to another. Enjoy the show from benches or from the paths that … to many resident and migrating birds. A variety of butterflies can always be seen dancing from one nectar- and pollen-rich plant to another. Enjoy the show from benches or from the paths that …
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… during flood events where deep-rooted native plants that are tolerant of seasonal flooding support water infiltration and filtering. The Glen contributes to improved water quality at the … as the North Branch Bike Trail); surrounding the Plant Conservation Science Center, which is one of the stops on the Grand Tram route. The Glen is beautiful year-round; after heavy rainfall, … as the North Branch Bike Trail); surrounding the Plant Conservation Science Center, which is one of the stops on the Grand Tram route. The Glen is beautiful year-round; after heavy rainfall, …
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… fresh air, you could throw in a wide-brimmed sun hat. Need a sure-fire way to de-crank a dad? One word: hammock. Help older gardeners get growing Encourage older dads to get back into the … Buehler Enabling Garden , which makes gardening accessible for all. Surprise him with special support gloves or equipment that can help seniors get up and down—kneeling pads, portable garden … fresh air, you could throw in a wide-brimmed sun hat. Need a sure-fire way to de-crank a dad? One word: hammock. Help older gardeners get growing Encourage older dads to get back into the …
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… for thousands of visitors annually. The estate spans more than 500 acres and is home to one of the Midwest’s largest display gardens. The 30-acre formal gardens, created by famed … for thousands of visitors annually. The estate spans more than 500 acres and is home to one of the Midwest’s largest display gardens. The 30-acre formal gardens, created by famed …
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… : Sophia Shaw "It's a long row to hoe." These were the first words that came into my mind one morning not long ago. The day before me felt too busy, too much. How was I going to get … as Chicago Botanic Garden president and CEO since 2007 along with personal anecdotes to support my strong belief that the practice of gardening, visiting botanic gardens and the … D. (2013). The Plant Whisperer: A mother, a daughter, and a garden. Available online: slate.com (accessed March 2015). Footnotes Address: 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022, USA …
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… Skokie River Corridor The one-mile stretch of the Skokie River, which runs through the Chicago Botanic Garden, is one of the Garden's four natural areas and is a demonstration site offering natural methods to … The one-mile stretch of the Skokie River, which runs through the Chicago Botanic Garden, is one of the Garden's four natural areas and is a demonstration site offering natural methods to …
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