… extends 20 miles north from Chicago. The Chicago Botanic Garden has long been a destination for riders who begin and end rides at the 385-acre oasis of spectacular scenery. For many cyclists, the alternative has been to ride up or down the very steep incline of Lake … multiuse path a lovely improvement for reaching the Garden, as well as returning after their visit. Hop on your bicycle, don your walking shoes, and come experience the Garden from a new …
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… Monday through Friday, seasonally 10 – 11 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of … might inspire a design solution to a human problem. Nature's Needs Early Winter, Winter Search for evidence that plants survive well in particular habitats, but not others. Students compare … to explain how these trees have unique adaptations that help them survive in their habitat. Visit the enchanting Wonderland Express exhibition after the program. NGSS: LS1.A, LS4.D …
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… dark red, tubular flowers beginning in late summer and carrying through the winter (in frost-free climates) to the following spring. Dark green foliage makes a great backdrop for the flowers. This sage needs fairly most growing conditions. It's a hummingbird magnet. …
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… years as long as the foliage is allowed to yellow and wither naturally, thus providing food for the blossoms to come. Winter aconite ( Eranthishyemalis ) White trout lily ( … or bone meal over the top player of soil. These contain phosphorus, an ingredient needed for good root growth. Bulbs can be fertilized again when their foliage appears—but this time with …
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… Student Guidelines For the health and safety of students and staff, we have made some changes to our operations. … state guidelines, students and instructors must wear face coverings over their mouth and nose for the duration of class. The Garden will not provide a face covering; please bring your own. Should you need to take a break for a drink or snack, kindly step outside or into the hallway to do so. Long classes will have …
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… sunny days, the other petals open wide, releasing their fragrance and inviting pollinators to visit. Snowdrops are an ideal selection for naturalizing under large deciduous trees like oaks and maples. Their very short growing …
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… endless photographic opportunities with the architecture and city scenes of Chicago. We will visit Chinatown, Millennium Park/Lurie Garden, and Navy Pier to capture the sights of the city. … landscape and hardscape photography. Class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. Dress for the weather. Students will need to purchase water taxi tickets on two of the days that the …
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… This species of bladdernut from the eastern Caucasus region is grown for its very fragrant white flowers that produce ornamental "bladdernuts" that persist well into … species was grown in containers so it could be brought indoors and forced into flower early for its very fragrant, honey-scented flowers in the ancient kingdom of Cholchis (the same kingdom visited by Jason and the Argonauts in their quest for a golden fleece). Pickled new shoots of this species are a delicacy of Georgian cuisine. …
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… in height and features pink flowers from late spring until the first frost. A great annual for the front of the border, it is disease- and insect-free; it also tolerates heat, drought, and poor soils. The flowers are beloved by butterflies, … and the seeds are considered a delicacy by mice, birds, and other wee beasties storing up food for the long winters. …
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… moisture conditions. This native of the mountains of southern Europe makes an ideal component for a mixed border. Mountain bluet is free of debilitating pests and diseases in the Chicago region. …
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