… growing in our production greenhouses—is very specific! Yes, the cultivation requirements for these plants are strict. Titan arums require well-maintained conditions of high humidity and … growing corms would be about as complicated as a typical bulb, but a close eye must be kept on how the corms are watered to prevent them from drying out or rotting. As the leaves grow … moist at the bottom of the tuber could cause the corm to rot, as most of its roots develop on the upper surface. The growing medium must be evenly moist at all times, but not wet, and the …
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… The Chicago Botanic Garden makes a beautiful background for your family pictures! No. 1: Crescent Garden Works great for: groups large and small. … Oak Meadow Works great for: families. As our silhouette “family” shows, position the group on the path, then stand on the grassy area to take the shot. It’s a good vertical backdrop for larger groups. No. 3: …
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… For many bonsai tree species, early spring is the best time for repotting. As the days get longer … the pot. This tree was certainly in need of being repotted! You can see the abundance of roots on the sides and the bottom of the root ball (below). You can even see where the roots started to … The bonsai, pre-trimming The bonsai root ball after pruning While the tree work is going on, the soil and pot are being prepared for its return. Bonsai soil is one of the most important …
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… fondness in a single whiff. Also among the list are a number of annuals that are perfect for containers, which allow the gardener to move plants into prominence as they reach their peak … Lonicera flava honeysuckle is a fragrant and hardy variety. Photo via southeasternflora.com. Tuberose, Polianthes tuberosa , is a nonhardy (for us) bulb from northern Mexico with an intoxicating scent so distinctive it is known simply as “tuberose.” Creamy white flowers on spikes appear from late summer up to frost. Like many fragrant plants, the scent was developed …
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… Guided Programs Grades 9 – 12 $120 per class Monday through Friday, seasonally 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:10 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of … Prairie. They learn methods to analyze ecosystem health. The experience provides evidence for students to make claims about the stability of an ecosystem and to illustrate the … vary; please call (847) 835-8313 if you would like to discuss specifics prior to your visit. …
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… process of decorating it with ribbons and streamers… 6. Cricket Bug Box Catch a cricket (or buy a dozen for $1 at the pet shop). Friendly and chirpy, crickets are many kids’ first … 7. Lift a Log One of the simplest of all outdoor projects: lift up a log that’s been sitting on the ground and be amazed by the tiny wildlife that lives underneath it! Don’t forget to … undyed yarn or fabric into a personal style experience. 10. Paint Chip Color Hunt One quick visit to the paint store can send kids off to hunt for hours, as they try to match nature’s …
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… It’s the season for grilling—time to share a simple, herb-related trick with the grill master at your house. … apply liberally. Another rosemary trick: Try threading chunks of meat onto rosemary skewers for a delicious infused kabob. Genius! A sage brush is perfect for sweeping marinades onto … flavoring in stuffing—but it makes a great grill brush, too! After using your tarragon brush on grilled fish, snip the herbs over vegetables as a garnish. Wooden spoon + rosemary + garden …
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… When farmers’ markets wind down, many of us want to preserve the bounty of this year for the next. Why not save save seeds from your last tomatoes so you can grow them yourself next … use your fingers to try and separate the ‘goo’ from the seed. 4. Straining Knock the strainer on a paper plate lined with a coffee filter, dislodging the seeds from the strainer. 5. Labeling … and let dry which could take up to three weeks. The top of the refrigerator is a great place for this. 6. Drying When dry, scrape the seed in to an envelope labeled with the variety and the …
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… insects. Plant in full to partial sunny locations in moisture retentive soils and allow room for the plant to moderately spread by rhizomes over the years. Late summer these plants are …
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… Botanic Garden , I am inspired by all sorts of family programs and drop-in activities for kids and families that celebrate the outdoors. What’s fun about nature art is that it starts with an adventure and ends with a surprise. For instance, the “family of owls” that we created may appear in story time later. Here are some … to explore. We made a portrait of our house. Sticks and grass set the scene; Laila works on a mulch-made sun. Take gatherings inside to make nature scenes or collages inspired by the …
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