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  • … Description:  This is an infrequent visiting western species with similarities to the common goldeneye. …
    Type: Birding
  • … was instrumental in founding the Chicago Botanic Garden. Woman’s Board members are ambassadors for the Garden, and are hardworking, engaged, and dedicated to conservation, education, and horticulture. The mission of the Woman’s Board is to support the Chicago Botanic Garden as it works to earn global recognition for the positive … Board members are ambassadors for the Garden, and are hardworking, engaged, and dedicated to conservation, education, and horticulture. The mission of the Woman’s Board is to support the …
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  • … As the common name suggests, Texas bluestar is native to Texas and Oklahoma. It has the slender fringed needle-like leaves of the A. ciliata species … fall color typical of the genus. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early … 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. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Oriental bluestar is one of the few amsonia species that is not native to North America -- hailing from Japan, China and Korea. It is relatively rare in cultivation. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early … 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. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … European bluestar is one of the few amsonia species native to Europe (Turkey and Greece) rather than North America. It is a drought tolerant variety with … fall foliage color of the genus. Members of the genus Amsonia are commonly known as bluestars for the abundant small blue flowers borne in clusters at the stem tips in late spring or early … 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. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Q. Which plants will attract hummingbirds to my garden? A. Hummingbirds are among the many migratory species of birds that pass through the … May, as they fly north, and then again in fall, as they fly south. To encourage these birds to visit your garden in both seasons, and possibly even nest there, you should plant the flowers … hummingbirds find their favorite plants in your garden, they will spend days there foraging for food. In early May, before many annuals are in full bloom, gardeners can establish specific …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … extends 20 miles north from Chicago. The Chicago Botanic Garden has long been a destination for riders who begin and end rides at the 385-acre oasis of spectacular scenery. For many cyclists, the alternative has been to ride up or down the very steep incline of Lake Cook Road on the roadway. The Garden, in … multiuse path a lovely improvement for reaching the Garden, as well as returning after their visit. Hop on your bicycle, don your walking shoes, and come experience the Garden from a new …
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  • … Student Guidelines For the health and safety of students and staff, we have made some changes to our operations. … sanitizer will be available in the Astellas Atrium and in each classroom. You will be required to use hand sanitizer when entering the building and classrooms. Face coverings: In accordance … For the health and safety of students and staff, we have made some changes to our operations. Indoor classrooms: Surfaces and shared materials will be cleaned in between …
    Type: Page
  • … has changed over the years from skinny, tall, narrow stems (much like the wild type) to the fatter, thicker stems that were popular in the eighteenth century. Close up of asparagus … or border of a vegetable garden. Plants can be male or female, with male plants bearing the best and most flavorful crops. New gardeners might want to choose crowns (or plants) of one of … white. These sweet, soft stems are very popular in Europe (and very expensive at the market). Visit Visit the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden in early to mid-April to see the different …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … a sunflower seed Although it may not look like it, spring is on its way, which means it’s time to start prepping for the anticipated spring planting season. This is a great time of year for horticultural therapy contracts. Everyone is itching to start planning and prepping for a successful  horticultural therapy  outdoor garden program, …
    Type: Blog