… in mentored research experiences in the Garden’s plant science department. Much of my time is devoted to overseeing the Garden’s Walder Foundation Undergraduate Internship program, a …
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… labs also test for the presence of heavy metals. An up-to-date list of soil testing labs is provided by the University of Illinois Extension and can be found at …
Type: Plant Info
… Get growing all year round! This is a technical training course intended for aspiring growers interested in learning best-practice …
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… to foster wonder about the natural world. This class will feature storybooks where cooking is part of the plot, following recipes for different learners, using kitchen tools, the …
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… The pollinator garden is a popular school garden theme that promotes conservation and provides multiple opportunities …
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… Thursday, November 8 1 – 2 p.m. Regenstein Center Alsdorf Auditorium Free; pre-registration is required (usual parking fees apply). Register now Join Kris Jarantoski, executive vice …
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… flowering trees,and the division and layering of perennials and flowering shrubs. Each session is scheduled at the ideal time of year to ensure success of the technique covered. The School's …
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… in shady locations but their "heads" in the sun—an edge of a border or among other perennials is ideal. Protect this lily from rabbits and deer; otherwise, it's not prone to many pests or …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… only about 5 inches tall, produces royal-blue flowers in early spring, sometimes when the snow is still on the ground. The lower three petals have a contrasting yellow splotch at the base. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Why is iris tectorum called "roof iris"? This Chinese native was was first observed in the late …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
