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  • … temperature, or moisture to induce flowering, unlike most other orchids. It's close to ideal for windowsill culture in the home. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … very well-drained soils are the keys to success in growing this orchid. This species is known for producing large clumps over time, resulting in tremendous floral displays. This species grows … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … shade but requires well-drained soils that remain moist—a challenging combination to maintain for most home gardeners. It's native to high,  cool, but not cold, environments from the … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Brassidium orchids feature spidery-looking flowers that make them ideal specimen plants for indoor use. 'Miami' has up to 30 bright yellow petals and sepals with black spots on a … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … 50-80 feet tall with a spreading, generally upward-branching, vase-shaped crown. It is noted for its graceful shape, clean foliage, attractive bark and resistance to Dutch elm disease. Zelkova has in fact been promoted in recent years as a substitute for American elm ( Ulmus americana ) because of its resistance to Dutch elm disease. ‘Village …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … some of the annual operating costs of the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest programs for youth and adults, government grants and the generosity of foundation, corporate, and … some of the annual operating costs of the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest programs for youth and adults, government grants and the generosity of foundation, corporate, and …
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  • … world. Through classroom study and field work, students will learn to use the camera as a tool for documenting flora, fauna, and other environmental subjects, while gaining an appreciation of … world. Through classroom study and field work, students will learn to use the camera as a tool for documenting flora, fauna, and other environmental subjects, while gaining an appreciation of …
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  • … horticultural therapist and the coordinator of the Buehler Enabling Garden. She is responsible for designing and maintaining the Enabling Garden plantings as well as delivering plant-based … horticultural therapist and the coordinator of the Buehler Enabling Garden. She is responsible for designing and maintaining the Enabling Garden plantings as well as delivering plant-based …
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  • … they collect and study fossil plants. Sort through samples of fossil plant material to look for identifiable leaves, cones, and seeds. You’ll discover how this research helps unlock the …
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  • … tune selection that spans genres and decades, providing head-bopping and foot-tapping tunes for virtually any music lover. From The Eagles to Alanis Morissette, to the Lumineers, to Miley …
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