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  • … large fruit need light. Remember, the amount of flowers (and, therefore, fruit) produced is directly correlated to the amount of sunlight received. If your plants last year looked … that tomatoes need heat? That means warm soil, too. The midwestern gardener's rule of thumb is to wait until after Memorial Day to plant tomatoes into the ground—they simply won’t thrive … of the best varieties you can grow for tomato sauce. Slicing: One of summer’s great pleasures is a platter of sliced tomatoes, interleaved with slices of fresh mozzarella and just-picked …
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  • … Directions The Chicago Botanic Garden is easy to find and easy to reach, approximately 20 miles north of Chicago.   The Garden is … Pacific North Line. For a schedule of trains, contact Metra at (312) 836-7000 or metrarail.com . Once you arrive at the Braeside station, you may walk to the Garden. This is a beautiful … most up-to-date information, contact Pace Suburban Bus Service at (847) 836-7000 or pacebus.com . Bus connections are available from Davis Street in Evanston, and the Glencoe and Highland …
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  • … Code of Conduct The Chicago Botanic Garden is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment. Garden staff, … sexual orientation or national origin. In the event of any such behavior or other conduct that is disrespectful to our staff, volunteers, visitors, and property at any Garden site, we reserve any and all rights permitted by applicable law, including removal, revocation of …
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  • … and lotuses in various stages of bud and bloom. The shady hill of the nearby Bulb Garden is a favorite spot of artists eager to capture the emerging flowers in the sparkle of early morning light. Among the Aquatic Garden's featured plants is the sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera) , immortalized in literature, religion, and history for … and lotuses in various stages of bud and bloom. The shady hill of the nearby Bulb Garden is a favorite spot of artists eager to capture the emerging flowers in the sparkle of early …
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  • … Buehler Enabling Garden The Buehler Enabling Garden is a hands-on teaching garden that encourages gardening for people of all ages and abilities. … in home gardens to create enabling gardens for a lifetime of easy, enjoyable gardening. Water is used throughout the garden, in shooting fountains, cascading sheets, and cooling pools. … smooth brick pathways are all elements in accessible gardens. … The Buehler Enabling Garden is a hands-on teaching garden that encourages gardening for people of all ages and abilities. …
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  • … Markets   Windy City Harvest Markets The produce available at the following markets is grown at GAP certified Windy City Harvest urban farm sites using sustainable growing … IL Tuesday – Friday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (847) 835-6807 This market is open year-round and operates as a neighborhood grocery store selling seasonal, locally grown … Coupons.        …   Windy City Harvest Markets The produce available at the following markets is grown at GAP certified Windy City Harvest urban farm sites using sustainable growing …
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  • … Find a window that you can look out of, preferably on to something green. Even a single tree is beneficial. Focus on one spot. Place one hand on your chest and take five deep breathes … sitting upright, and breathing normally. Hold a leaf from a tree or an indoor plant. What is the shape of the leaf? Is it symmetrical or uneven? Notice the color. Is it the same throughout the leaf or does it …
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  • … of the plant world in a planned, individualized, and expertly directed manner. The Garden is a world leader in providing therapeutic horticulture experiences to visitors at the Garden as … the location of your choice. Learn more or book your session. Programs   Horticultural Therapy is supported by an endowment from the Buehler Family Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Abra Prentice Foundation, Inc., Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, the …
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  • … as an optimal outdoor laboratory, the Ellis Goodman Family Foundation Green Roof Garden South is supporting national research to better understand the response of plant communities to extreme … Chicagoland Grows ® plant introduction program . Plant Evaluation The goal of the program is to determine, through scientific evaluation, which plants are superior for gardens in the … qualities, cultural adaptability, winter hardiness, and disease and pest resistance. It is the intent of the program to study and recommend plants that are readily available in area …
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  • … Titan Arum The buzz on corpse flowers Something extraordinary is in the air. Our corpse flower ( Amorphophallus titanum ), affectionately named Ugly Duckling, … phenomenon. Our team has been nurturing titan arums since 2003.  The titan arum bloom cycle is unpredictable. At first, even the experts don’t know if what’s emerging is a leaf or a flower bud. Days must pass before the subtle signs—a more dimpled shape, a …
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