… We love nature here at the Chicago Botanic Garden, so we looked to the natural world for inspiration on how to enjoy the eclipse— here at the Garden , or in your own backyard. On … eye . A fun way to indirectly “see” the eclipse is with a pinhole projector, and one of the best natural projectors is a leaf. Leaves often have holes that can act as natural projectors. … Shore Other ideas: Use everyday objects that already have holes—like colanders or crackers, for example—or by punching a hole in a piece of cardboard or other sturdy material. If you want a …
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… environment, filled with specialty plants that flourish in these three different climes. For more than 40 years, the Greenhouses have displayed beautiful and fragrant flowering plants, … irreplaceable role plants play. All life does depend on plants. They are, indeed, responsible for the air we breathe, the clothes we wear, the shelter we require, and the purity of our water. … again, down at night), and the moisture in the air is now at 90 percent—a perfect combination for these water- and warmth-loving plants from Asia, Australia, and the Caribbean. The shapes and …
Type: Walks
… I loved sitting around the dining table with my family, cutting out intricate papel picado for the school altar honoring the dead. My dad was so skillful with paper. He was an accountant, … way with their strong scent. We know that aromas are tied to feelings, and when you see a place full of marigolds, a flower that represents the sun, a wave of emotions can appear. The … This is the element that I cherish the most. Building and creating an altar with and for staff at the Garden has been a meaningful experience, one where my culture is amalgamated and …
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… like cactus, and as such, should never be overwatered. Small but mighty, they'll bloom for a long time, especially if the plant boasted lots of buds, not flowers, when it was … sparse watering, and no fertilizer while in bloom. Because it's a succulent, it has no need for extra humidity. When all the flowers have dried, cut off the flower stalks and move the plant … orchid nurseries. Bright light, with little direct sun, in a normally heated room is fine for moth orchids. As with all indoor plants, avoid putting it on a radiator or air conditioner, …
Type: Plant Info
… play an important role in small landscapes, especially in urban sites where this is no room for a large tree. The individual flowers may be exceptionally small —like those of the delightful … or other small ornamental tree becomes the star of the season, providing a dose of enchantment for winter-weary gardeners. Here are a few favorites for the home landscape Pagoda dogwood (Cornus alternifolia) Pagoda …
Type: Plant Info
… with little foliage towards the bottom of the shrub. When this happens it may be necessary for a complete rejuvenation by pruning them to within 12 inches of the ground. This should be … Lilacs respond well to this renovation; however, the plant’s bloom cycle will be interrupted for one season, maybe more. To prevent the interruption in bloom cycles, lilacs can be given a …
Type: Plant Info
… sound practices when dealing with insect problems, and determine your personal threshold for damage. Chemical treatments should always be considered a last option. Regular monitoring of … plants, beneficial insects, pets, and people. Please contact Plant Information Service for the most current chemical options from the University of Illinois Extension. …
Type: Plant Info
… Early spring preventative fungicide treatment of hawthorns may be warranted in some cases. For recommended chemical treatments for rust, please contact Plant Information Services at (847) 835-0972 or email . …
Type: Plant Info
… at night and 80 degrees F. during the day. If container grown, a 12-inch or larger clay pot (for stability) is recommended. The orchid family consists of a large number of genera, each with … by genus and is consistent with their natural habitat. While requiring adequate sunlight for a stunning bloom display, most orchids will not tolerate sustained direct sun. Many varieties …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… many African American households, including mine. Tequia Burt's grandmother inspired her love for collard greens. Writer Tequia Burt grows heirloom collard greens in her Chicago garden. … Ole Timey Blue seeds to the Seed Savers Exchange. He said his family has grown this variety for more than a hundred years and that his mother used it to make a dish that is similar to … green, these collards date back to 1935. Vates I like to choose hardworking, tough plants for my garden, and Vates fits the bill. Though a more common heirloom variety than Ole Timey Blue …
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