… The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with its own unique characteristics. A common characteristic, however, is the basic form of the … the absolute temperature range (cool, intermediate or warm) varies by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… are all you need to espalier an apple tree. To encourage substantial fruit production, prune with two objectives in mind. First, train the tree to the classic flattened, horizontal shape of … such as 'Golden Delicious', are self-fertile, meaning they do not need another apple variety with which to pollinate. Others, however, will require a nearby different apple variety to complete pollination and produce fruit. Start with a tree that has been grafted onto dwarf rootstock. All commercial apple trees are grafted …
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… The words are actually poetry excerpts that aim to evoke the emotional connections we all form with the natural world—through our memories, our families, and our day-to-day experiences—as well … City Harvest, the Garden’s urban agriculture initiative. During two virtual poetry workshops with staff and youth participants at the Farm on Ogden, the Windy City Harvest hub in Chicago’s … lines that she felt spoke to the experience of the writer and drew a clear connection with the land. She aimed for each line to offer “a nugget, something we can carry with us that …
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… When choosing a Christmas tree this month, select one with firm needles that don’t drop off when the tree is raised up a few inches and dropped to the ground. The bottom of the stump should be moist with some sap present. Trees that were cut weeks or even months ago will drop their needles … the plant. After May 15, take the plant outside to receive morning sun and fertilize regularly with a dilute 10-10-10 or 15-15-15 mix. Bring the bulb in before October 15 for its resting …
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… purposes, e.g., canning, stewing, slicing, or saucing. Favorites Gardeners have good luck with both the large red 'Brandywine' or 'Yellow Brandywine'. A favorite at farmers' markets for … its flavor, purple-to-red color, and medium size is 'Cherokee Purple'. A large orange tomato with sparkles of red inside the flesh is 'Striped German'. 'Green Zebra' is exactly what the …
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… As the Regional Coordinator for the Seeds of Success Program, I collaborate with federal agencies and seed contractors to increase the supply of native seeds for use in …
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… 2 – September 11, 2022 Regenstein Center, Joutras Gallery Open during Garden hours , included with general admission Drawn from Nature is an annual botanical arts exhibition that features …
Type: Event for Ongoing
… A small ornamental tree with a stately habit, paperbark maple can be grown as a multi-trunked or low-branched specimen …
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… African American folk gardens and their creators. The Chicago Botanic Garden, in partnership with the DuSable Museum of African American History, will host a joint exhibition of these black …
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… African American folk gardens and their creators. The Chicago Botanic Garden, in partnership with the DuSable Museum of African American History, will host a joint exhibition of these black …
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