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  • … home landscape. The Native Plant Garden displays three distinct areas—a woodland path, close to the lake, with native plants preferring part shade; a sunny prairie, showcasing the diversity of native prairie plants; and a pollinator area, designed to appeal to native bees and butterflies. The woodland displays native plants that prefer part … seedheads in fall. The dense plantings provide shelter and nesting habitat as well. This area is cut back annually in late winter, well after the nesting season has concluded, and seeds have …
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  • … or "floating ink," the process of marbling plain paper or a textile with water and ink to transform it into something vibrant and colorful with patterns and waves. It reflects the … repetition in their growth habit, or on their foliage. In the beds, plant heights will vary to create a wavy effect while being planted in the loose, concentric circular style. Larger … and why? I wouldn’t use it for a room, but it’s great for stationery! Bio: Lindsey Muscavitch is the assistant horticulturist for the Welcome Plaza, Ramble, and Stone Family Picnic Glade. She …
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  • … or 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:7 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of students: 30 Pondering the Prairie (90 MinUTES) Fall through 10/27 Students explore the Garden’s Dixon Prairie to learn about plant adaptations and ecosystem interactions. Their observations provide evidence … or 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 10 – 11:30 a.m. for 90-minute programs A 1:7 ratio of chaperones to students is required. Maximum number of students: 30 Pondering the Prairie (90 MinUTES) Fall …
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  • … 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 students: 30 Water Quality Field Study (90 Minutes) Fall, Spring … conduct chemical tests, and analyze observations about environmental conditions to assess lake water quality. This lab supplies students with evidence to explain how stable … 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 students: 30 Water Quality Field Study (90 Minutes) …
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  • … Conservation The Chicago Botanic Garden and Northwestern University combine their strengths to offer a unique graduate program emphasizing environmental plant biology and conservation. … both institutions. The Garden's Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center is an international center of plant conservation research and serves as home to the graduate program. The Plant Science Center provides a world-class facility designed …
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  • … Buehler Enabling Garden The Buehler Enabling Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden is a hands-on teaching garden that promotes universal garden design, tools, equipment, and … and the breadth of experience of the horticultural therapy staff, the Buehler Enabling Garden is a model site for programs that foster a direct experience with nature. Additional educational offerings … The Buehler Enabling Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden is a hands-on teaching garden that promotes universal garden design, tools, equipment, and …
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  • … value, and protect the natural habitats that sustain our world. Please join us .   Other Ways to Give Stock Gift Wire transfer Donor Advised Fund IRA Gift Corporate support Planned Giving     … at the Garden Join us as a sponsor at one or more of our unique programs and events to reach a highly desirable audience and support our mission at the same time. Sponsorship at the … Program   Corporate Roundtable on Sustainability The Corporate Roundtable on Sustainability is a key benefit of partnership and provides an informal, collaborative forum for companies …
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  • … Enhance Your Visit with the GardenGuide App 2.0 Technology can enhance your next visit to the Garden! The GardenGuide app features an interactive map, tour guide, event calendar, … while they are at the Garden or at home. Pin your favorite places, and mark your parking space to find your car instantly. Personalize your home screen to quickly view what matters most to … the app map showing a specific type of walk. One walk highlights aquatic plants, and another is a photo walk showing especially good places to take pictures. A path on the map indicates …
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  • … tomatoes planted in June should begin bearing buckets of juicy orbs. But critters, from birds to deer to a curious chipmunk, can put a dent in the harvest.   Bird netting helps protect tomato plants … bury the netting a few inches below the soil to prevent them from digging underneath. Garlic is a Gardener's Best Friend Deer and rodents are not fans of the allium family (garlic, onion), … tomatoes planted in June should begin bearing buckets of juicy orbs. But critters, from birds to deer to a curious chipmunk, can put a dent in the harvest.   Bird netting helps protect tomato …
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  • … Equitable Admissions The Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to addressing physical, financial, and cultural barriers for our audiences. As part … an Equitable Admissions program. Through this initiative, the Garden enthusiastically commits to the following: Work to ensure resources and experiences are fully available and offered to all … The Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to addressing physical, financial, and cultural barriers for our audiences. As part of this …
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