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  • … Chicago Area Garden Railroad Society Contact Person: Bob Hanselman (847) 533-6219 www.cagrs.com LGB Model Railroad Club of Chicago Contact Person: Jim Rusch (630) 830-0378 www.LGBMRRCC.com … offers basic information, projects for beginners, and a list of publications related to model railroading. www.greatesthobby.com This website is the hub of a campaign called “World’s Greatest Hobby,” launched to raise public …
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  • … herbaceous and woody plants in comparative trials, ultimately recommending the top performers to gardeners and the horticultural industry. Over 1,200 taxa are currently evaluated in the … Shida Evaluation Garden houses the rose trials in collaboration with the American Rose Trials for Sustainability ® program. The goal of this national program is to identify, through regional … taxa to the list of recommended plants for green roof culture.     Plant Evaluation Notes Latest Issue View Latest Issue Fine Gardening magazine Plant Trials Articles View Articles …
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  • … First is a paid, seven-week summer internship program at the Chicago Botanic Garden designed for rising junior and senior high school students with a passion for science and the environment. It's more than just summer fun—it's a springboard to your future success! The College First program offers students the following: College-level … TBD) What's needed to apply? Completed application form.    Share your story and aspirations! Latest progress report.    Show us your academic achievements. (Report cards requested at …
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  • … One of the best things about visiting (and working at!) the Chicago Botanic Garden: you get great ideas for your own garden. I put one of them to work in my new "all vegetable" front yard garden this weekend. Horticulture program specialist …
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  • … This class is a deep dive into the latest farm tools for creating efficiency and optimal growing in your garden or on the farm. … for farmers and gardeners of different abilities and physical needs. We will discuss how to gauge the perfect timing for seeding your crops plus soil preparation and assessments. Natasha …
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  • … Q. Where is the best location to plant a redbud? A. Eastern redbud ( Cercis canadensis ), is a lovely early spring blooming tree that is relatively small in habit and appropriate for small yards. They should be planted in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. …
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  • … Q. When is the best time of the year to spray my garden for insects? A. Before you consider using any pesticide in your garden, you must first determine … toxic to humans and harmful to the environment. If a chemical treatment is necessary, it is best to pursue the least toxic options first.  …
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  • … 'Halfway to Arkansas' bluestar grows to about 2-3 feet high and wide, forming a thick clump over time. … to the downy fringe present on the needle-like leaves. The leaves turn yellow in the fall for a pleasing effect. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the … for their performance in our region; Plant Evaluation Notes can be found on the Garden's website. The genus was named for Dr. Charles Amson, an 18th century American colonist. …
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  • … From Baby Yoda to Pollock: How Rachael Kolby Transforms Pumpkins into Art.  Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns   Buy Tickets Now  Member Tickets Public Tickets Public Parking VIP All Access Passes President's … us are happy if we manage a triangle-eyed jack-o’-lantern plopped on a porch or balcony. But for artist Rachael Kolby, who carves pumpkins for Night of 1,000 Jack-o’-Lanterns, pumpkins …
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  • … Q. What is the best way to care for clematis? A. It is important to plant clematis in a location where the top of the plant will receive full sun and the roots …
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