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  • … an observation and an inference. Then, they view pictures and graphs documenting evidence for climate change. They will make observations and inferences based on the pictures. Activity … an observation and an inference. Then, they view pictures and graphs documenting evidence for climate change. They will make observations and inferences based on the pictures. Activity …
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  • … energy necessary to support a bloom. What is Java’s background? You might remember our giddy news in mid-2017: " We’ve got twins . "   Two corpse flowers, J ava and Sumatra —both of which … we pollinated it.  The plant’s fruit ripened over the next several months. and we harvested it for distribution and seed banking. It went dormant and then produced a normal-sized leaf, which … we pollinated it.  The plant’s fruit ripened over the next several months. and we harvested it for distribution and seed banking. It went dormant and then produced a normal-sized leaf, which …
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  • … winter days with colorful blooms of red, pink, violet, or white. Plants will provide color for many weeks, especially if they are purchased while in bud. Cool temperatures of approximately …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Please contact Plant Information Service at (847) 835-0972 or plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org for susceptibility questions on specific species. …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … perennials to encourage additional flowers. Allow certain dried flowerheads to remain standing for fall and winter interest, including astilbe, coneflower, globe thistle, and others. Remove …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Insecticide treatment is rarely warranted. Webs may be pruned out of trees and destroyed. For additional information on fall webworms, please contact Plant Information Services at (847) …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … Asia. Members of the genus Cornus , commonly known as dogwoods, are welcome in the home garden for their multiseason interest—be it flowers, fruit, foliage, and/or bark—and their range of …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … The spreading cotoneaster is named for its habit. The overall appearance of the plant is rounded with arching branches. Spreading …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … 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.</p> <p>Many …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … species occurring in inland regions. This plant's very strong root system makes it ideal for growing in rock gardens and as a border plant in warmer climates (USDA Zones 8a through 11), …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant