… prairie state,” a place bright with wildflowers and tallgrass. Nowadays, though, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of original prairie remains in the state. The Dixon Prairie celebrates the … prairie state,” a place bright with wildflowers and tallgrass. Nowadays, though, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of original prairie remains in the state. The Dixon Prairie celebrates the …
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… hangings, knitted art wear, unique fabrics, detailed bead work, eye-catching clothing, and one-of-a-kind jewelry are among the abundant handcrafted items on display and for sale during … hangings, knitted art wear, unique fabrics, detailed bead work, eye-catching clothing, and one-of-a-kind jewelry are among the abundant handcrafted items on display and for sale during …
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… tiles are called ichimonji because they are shaped like the Japanese character for the number one. Beyond the gate is a dry garden, an abstraction of nature: smooth gravel represents calm … while raked rippled patterns suggest waves breaking on a shore. Stop 7: Arbor (Azumaya) One of the most private and restful spaces at the Chicago Botanic Garden, the arbor is … The basin sits in a sea of pebbles, or umi, with three flat stones in front of it: a large one for crouching (mae-ishi); and two smaller stones to hold a pail of heated water (yuoke-ishi …
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… wildflowers, bulbs, and other early bloomers, we should take every opportunity to spot one of the most invasive plants in our area—garlic mustard, Alliara petiolata . Don't be fooled … three-quarters of an inch a day. It's in a real hurry to grow, flower, and set seed, for one plant can produce thousands of seeds. It's all over by June. The slim seed pods turn papery, …
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… out the bush. Branches that have been girdled—or chewed all the way around—are likely to die and should be pruned back. White drifts can also promote snow molds, which can leave large …
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… canopy. When possible, prescribed burning is conducted, and invasive species are managed to support native species diversity. Because of its small size and high visibility, it is similar to … small woodlots found in neighborhoods throughout the region, and showcases what can be done to support plants and wildlife in even a small space. Enjoy while you stroll or bike along the East … Rainwater Glen and the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center, which is one of the stops on the Grand Tram route. The woods are beautiful year-round, but especially …
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… albidum ) are a good example. The trout lilies, both white and yellow species, derive one of their common names from the mottled leaves that some think resemble the markings on a … difficult to tell when they are in flower. This species is dependent on its flowers producing one to three large seeds to be able to reproduce itself after the plant turns yellow and dies. … important for the plants, it is also important for the bumblebees. Many native bees colonies die off in fall, leaving the queens to overwinter and start the new colonies in spring. These …
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… supporting the graduate program in plant biology and conservation," said Ralph. "We want to support the Garden in these areas, and gradually moved up our membership level until reaching the … to the Garden is a gift that grows and grows," she said. Her late husband, Earl C. Bodine, was one of the Garden's original donors and is the inspiration for her continued support. Self-described as "frugal and a good planner," Marilyn chose to establish a charitable …
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… can be held at your school or at the Garden. Choose from the following topics or suggest one of your own. Schoolyard Ecology NGSS: ESS3.C, LS1.A, LS1.C, LS2.A, LS2.B, LS2.C, LS2.D, LS4.D … Take away hands-on, place-based lessons that will inspire outdoor exploration. Focus on just one ecosystem or any combination. Science and Literacy NGSS: LS1.A, LS1.B, LS1.C, LS2.A, LS2.B | … can be held at your school or at the Garden. Choose from the following topics or suggest one of your own. Schoolyard Ecology NGSS: ESS3.C, LS1.A, LS1.C, LS2.A, LS2.B, LS2.C, LS2.D, LS4.D …
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… the thickest growth, think of it from the plant's point of view: it takes a lot of energy to support an old cane, which therefore won't produce as many flowers. The canes with the potential … I get it to bloom again?") has its origin in the fact that there are two basic kinds of roses: one-time bloomers and repeat bloomers, called remontant . While many modern hybrids bloom at … is a scary proposition. This is where "be brave" comes in. "An otherwise healthy rose won't die because you pruned it," Tom reassures. "A lot of old roses tolerate aggressive pruning well." …
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