… Absorbers When it rains, often it pours. Our urban stormwater systems were originally designed to prevent flooding and to quickly move water off the streets. However, as stormwater rushes … pollutants poison the water and choke plant and animal life. Planting a rain garden is a way to enhance your landscape's aesthetic while absorbing and cleaning rainwater. The garden … rain garden. DIY Rain Garden Storm watch Observe your landscape during a heavy rainfall. For best results, rain gardens should be planted between the source of stormwater runoff (roof, …
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… the magical, mysterious migration of songbirds. Trees and flowers open their leaves and begin to bloom, inviting insects to taste their nectar and munch on their burgeoning greenery. Thank … and many of them have been found during the spring and fall migrations. Where to look The best places to look for migrant birds in the area are near water and edges, such as woods next to … the yellow-rumped warbler has a yellow rump. When so many birds are flitting around, you can get distracted and not key in on some identification clues. First, find a perched bird on which …
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… Celebrating 20 Years of College First Quotes from College First Alumni “Best experience of my life. It was my first job, I learned so much from it. Taught me to be responsible and it opened my mind in so many levels… Best summer days I had. Enjoy every … First is truly a spectacular program that helps Chicago city youth explore their passion for the STEM field and prepares them for the college path. I highly recommend this program to all …
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… Sharing love and nature with you and your sweeties this February and beyond... Are you looking for the perfect unforgettable experience to share with your special someone? Look no further! Plan a Visit to the Garden The Orchid Show: Feelin’ Groovy Rewind to the ‘60s and ‘70s where 10,000 … sweeties this February and beyond... Are you looking for the perfect unforgettable experience to share with your special someone? Look no further! Plan a Visit to the Garden The Orchid Show: …
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… February is such an exciting month for gardeners—time for the first seeds to get started indoors, and time for our Seed Swap! As you pull out your collection of seed … old, or questionably stored seeds can test a gardener’s patience and sanity, as even the best-tended pots and plots can’t make nonviable seeds sprout. Seeds don’t live forever (at Seed … before you get started—“packed for” dates and germination percentages for that year go a long way in helping you determine which seeds to test. 3 Easy Steps Gather your supplies Plain paper …
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… it out, asked around, and compiled a list of our top ten most romantic spots. Now it’s up to you to… The Krasberg Rose Garden’s arbor is the perfect place to pause on a romantic stroll. … smells of musk, another of tea, a third of myrrh—just as you do a fine wine. (Which, by the way, is available at the Garden View Café .) “Something borrowed, something blue…” sets the tone … has it all: rushing water, a sweet arbor, birds chirping in shady trees. It’s one of the best spots at the Garden to sit…very…close. The peaceful hideaway atop the Waterfall Garden is a …
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… Fragmented Landscapes Need Fire to Thrive The Chicago Botanic Garden sets one-quarter of its land on fire every year. These … our fragmented landscapes in Illinois, burning the Garden’s natural areas gives them the best chance to thrive with so much working against them,” said Jim Jabcon, prairie ecologist at … fire helps the seeds we spread take root and thrive,” said Evans. “It only became this way because of fires over time.” Burning questions? How do you know when to burn? …
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… Tomato Talk #CBGtomatotalk May 16 – September 30 Welcome to Tomato Talk, where we’ll talk tomatoes all season long. Beginning May 16, we’ll have weekly … Whether you’re a tomato expert or just getting started, there’s something here for you. Join us as we follow this May’s tomato plant give-away, Fred’s Tie-Dye ( Solanum … open-pollinated (non-hybrid) dwarf growing tomato varieties. It’s unique—and tasty, too. Get your Fred’s Tie-Dye Tomato Don’t miss your chance to pick up your Fred’s Tie-Dye tomato May …
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… titanum ) bursts into full, dramatic bloom, releasing its famously foul odor of decay to attract pollinators. It's an awe-inspiring occasion, since titan arums are one of the largest … nurturing titan arums since 2003. When they bloom, our corpse flowers are proudly displayed for visitors to admire, showcasing our commitment to conserving this endangered species. Corpse flowers are … titanum ) bursts into full, dramatic bloom, releasing its famously foul odor of decay to attract pollinators. It's an awe-inspiring occasion, since titan arums are one of the largest …
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… Summer is just around the corner, and summer is the time for color. This class presents the many ways plants can be combined and mixed to enhance the color in your garden beds and container gardens. Learn how plants provide color … trendy black, gold, silver, variegated, and other colored plants available, and which ones do best in the Chicago area. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden Classroom 8, …
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