… To evaluate the best habitats for native bees, the Chicago Botanic Garden has collected bees from all around the Chicago region—green roofs, city parks, and restored prairies. The work of … honeybees. It is estimated that if the trend continues, honeybees will completely disappear from our continent by 2035. The direct impact of this for humans would be the loss of most …
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… perennials than like woody shrubs. Their above-ground growth tends to die back, anywhere from a few inches from their tips all the way down to the base of the plant. But the roots remain hardy; and when …
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… through retirees is offered year-round at the Chicago Botanic Garden. With curriculum ranging from free, informal drop-in activities to professional certificate programs, the Garden meets the … through retirees is offered year-round at the Chicago Botanic Garden. With curriculum ranging from free, informal drop-in activities to professional certificate programs, the Garden meets the …
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… Center Free Learn about the birds of Brazil in a special Brazil in the Garden presentation from Doug Stotz , senior conservation ecologist at The Field Museum. Brazil is the …
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… Join Shelagh Fritz in what promises to be an invigorating conversation. We will also hear from a Chicago Botanic Garden initiative that promotes a modern-day connection between …
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… blooms as well as the life of the plant. The plant should be located in bright light away from direct sun. Soil should be kept moist; however, water should be applied around the outside …
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… and others. Remove yellowed or dried stems and flower stalks of lilies by gently pulling them from the underground bulbs. Place small stakes in the garden bed where tulips, narcissus, lilies, …
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… deciduous trees. The location of the webs on the outer canopy distinguishes the fall webworm from the eastern tent caterpillar, which nests in webs in the crotches of trees. Timing & Life …
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… these species to spread widely in favorable environments. The name Alchemilla is derived from the Arabic alkemelych for this genus. …
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… to the blueberry-like fruit edible by humans and much beloved by birds. The species range from small trees to large shrubs, usually multi-stemmed. Found at woodland's edge in the their …
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