… produce astounding color in the natural landscape. While some plants tone down as they prepare to "go gentle into that good night," others turn up the heat and glow with the fire of early fall color. Our native goldenrod, Solidago , is one of the golden glories of the field, prairie, oak woodlands, and even seaside. There are more than 100 species of this perennial herb, and most of them are native to North America. Twenty-two different species alone are found growing naturally in the Chicago …
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… on Sustainability The Chicago Botanic Garden serves as a nexus for companies seeking to broaden their environmental leadership and corporate social responsibility. The Corporate … established in 2010, provides an informal, collaborative forum for companies committed to bringing sustainability to their operations, their employees, and their senior leadership. More than 40 local executives … The Chicago Botanic Garden serves as a nexus for companies seeking to broaden their environmental leadership and corporate social responsibility. The Corporate …
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… Apply How to Apply to Windy City Harvest Corps Eligibility Live in the city of Chicago Age 18 and above Provide rap … crime was committed; proof of non-violent/ non-sexual criminal background Provide a DD-214 to document military service—honorable/dishonorable discharge Provide a Social Security card, … How to Apply to Windy City Harvest Corps Eligibility Live in the city of Chicago Age 18 and above Provide rap …
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… of different kinds of gardens suitable for residential settings, and the plants appropriate to these designs. Specialized garden displays include formal and informal herb gardens, a traditional perennial border, a rock garden, streamside gardens, an easy-to-grow mixed border, and other small-scale landscaping ideas for Midwest gardens. Tough, low-maintenance, but still quite showy plants have been featured in the easy-to-grow area to inspire hands-off gardeners. A meandering path, with pools and streams, creates a …
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… white flowers in spring and bright red berries in the fall, which persist into winter. Native to China, Korean, and Japan, linden viburnums derive their name from the leaves, which resemble those of the linden tree. It is an upright deciduous shrub that grows to 8 – 10 feet tall and to 6 – 8 feet wide. Creamy white flowers in showy, domed clusters appear …
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… Description: Spotted on Evening Island, the barn owl is rarely seen in this region now. Historically, however, they were more common. That's when Illinois was covered with pasture land. This nocturnal owl is known for its heart-shaped face, and its acute listening skills come in handy for hunting …
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… of Hummelo alpine betony ( Stachys officinalis 'Hummelo') throughout the summer. This cultivar is a butterfly magnet whose flowers are also noted for long vase life indoors. This is a reliable perennial in the Chicago area if planted in locations that don't stay waterlogged …
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… One of the smallest species of amaryllis, its native habit is dry, hot forests in Bolivia. Trumpet-shaped flowers are creamy white with a hint of … measure about 3 inches long. The 3 upper petals are larger than the lower three. This species is usually dormant during the winter, and blooms in spring or summer. …
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… Online Group Classes Looking for an opportunity to bring friends or work colleagues together for a fun and relaxing learning experience? Book a … instructor from the Chicago Botanic Garden. Fill out the Online Group Class Inquiry Form to submit your inquiry, and we will connect with you to arrange a date and time for your program. Please contact us at least four weeks prior to your … Looking for an opportunity to bring friends or work colleagues together for a fun and relaxing learning experience? Book a …
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… with heaven and earth. Join us in an all-day Eden Energy Medicine Workshop designed to help balance and unblock your energies for maximum wellness and vitality. Dress for comfort. All fitness levels welcome. Lunch is included. A supply list and map will be sent with confirmation. Devi Stern, M.S., energy …
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