… & Ecologist Beyond their importance to pollinators, many other reasons support why it is important for us to integrate native species in the landscapes that surround us. Once we agree … and watch the wildlife fly by! General Information The Janet Meakin Poor Research Symposium is partially endowed by the friends of Janet Meakin Poor, a Chicago-area conservationist and landscape designer dedicated to preserving natural habitats. This symposium is developed in a long-standing partnership between the Plant Science and Conservation department …
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… outdoor classroom for thousands of Garden visitors annually; the 16,000-square-foot green roof is accessible to the public via a grand staircase, and an overlook with interpretive panels … evaluation of plants atop the Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center is the largest, most encompassing such trial in the country. Approximately 40,000 plants … for effectiveness in the semi-intensive roof garden environment. * This living laboratory is outfitted with equipment to monitor soil moisture, wind and light levels, and temperatures in …
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… then produces its fruit all at once, and generally does not grow much larger after the fruit is set. An indeterminate tomato plant, on the other hand, keeps on growing and sending out new … type.” Save and plant an heirloom seed, and you can be sure of getting the same variety. This is not true of hybrids: save and plant a hybrid’s seed and a distant relative may grow—therefore, … then produces its fruit all at once, and generally does not grow much larger after the fruit is set. An indeterminate tomato plant, on the other hand, keeps on growing and sending out new …
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… drop a small handful of the blueberries onto each pancake. Once the side on the griddle is golden brown, flip to brown the other side. Serve with sliced fresh peaches macerated in … drop a small handful of the blueberries onto each pancake. Once the side on the griddle is golden brown, flip to brown the other side. Serve with sliced fresh peaches macerated in …
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… the education barriers and learning loss magnified by the global pandemic. The Garden is proud to join leading cultural institutions and other partners on Project Rainbow. “When I was … the education barriers and learning loss magnified by the global pandemic. The Garden is proud to join leading cultural institutions and other partners on Project Rainbow. “When I was …
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… the ginger in a medium pot over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes ( no oil is necessary) . Add 2 cups strawberries, 1 cup pineapple, 3/4 cup mango and the lemon, lime, and … the ginger in a medium pot over medium-high heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes ( no oil is necessary) . Add 2 cups strawberries, 1 cup pineapple, 3/4 cup mango and the lemon, lime, and …
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… trees and shrubs command attention, giving the garden a sense of permanence and form. This is when the signature weeping willows, green pillows of cloud-pruned boxwoods, and the fastigiate … trees and shrubs command attention, giving the garden a sense of permanence and form. This is when the signature weeping willows, green pillows of cloud-pruned boxwoods, and the fastigiate …
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… in the Sensory Garden, a place that comes alive through feel, smell, sight, and sound. This is a garden that demands a slower pace, where you’ll find plants in raised beds, making them easy … in the Sensory Garden, a place that comes alive through feel, smell, sight, and sound. This is a garden that demands a slower pace, where you’ll find plants in raised beds, making them easy …
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… education and enrichment programs, both on Garden grounds and in their own communities. She is passionate about environmental justice, the need for engagement and action focused on climate … education and enrichment programs, both on Garden grounds and in their own communities. She is passionate about environmental justice, the need for engagement and action focused on climate …
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… the edges of your cards. Let dry, inscribe, address, and voila! Your lovely holiday card is ready to send. Gift Wrap Who knew the chore of gift wrapping could be so fun, and easy on … inks, can be used to create eco-friendly wrapping paper. Recycled tissue paper works well and is widely available these days, in bright colors or solid white. Just press your ink-coated … the edges of your cards. Let dry, inscribe, address, and voila! Your lovely holiday card is ready to send. Gift Wrap Who knew the chore of gift wrapping could be so fun, and easy on …
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