… The dark-green foliage is palmately divided. Lemon-yellow flowers that look like buttercups are usually single but … plant makes it a must for the spring garden. Well-known in England, common globe flower is becoming a favorite for American gardeners. Showy for shade …
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… minerals, and other compounds that invigorate our senses, nature’s bounty holds the power to fortify our bodies when we need it most. But how can getting to know the various aromatic herbs found in nature create family-friendly opportunities for fun and learning? As parents and students adjust to new working and learning situations at home, taking mental breaks throughout the day to make … minerals, and other compounds that invigorate our senses, nature’s bounty holds the power to fortify our bodies when we need it most. But how can getting to know the various aromatic …
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… guided walk takes place at 1 p.m. or take a self-guided walk anytime. The short trail loop is about 1/3 mile; the longer trail loop is about 2/3 mile. Dress for the weather. If winds are 20 or more miles per hour or if there is heavy rain, the program will be cancelled. Free; regular parking and Garden admission fees …
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… Though its common name is Panama rose ( Rondeletia leucophylla ), this plant is actually a native of Chiapas, Mexico. This large, bushy, 5-foot-tall shrub produces massed … after the sun goes down, suggesting that it also may be pollinated by moths. This feature is an added bonus for those who sit in the garden in the evening, where they can enjoy the Panama …
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… Halloween Hub I’m not scared. Are you? It's a perfect time to share our collection of wonderful, weird, and wicked ways to get into all things creepy. Happy Halloween! Mmmmm, smells like rotting meat . New Features Scary Plants Haunted Island Bewitching Blooms Fall's Deepest, Darkest Secret Get to Know Poison Ivy Harvest Moon Witch Hazel Monsters, Magic, and Monkshood Plants That Celebrate …
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… in Mexico for Día de los Muertos, I was a 16-year-old kid from Chicago who was just beginning to understand what the holiday meant. The Day of the Dead brings us closer to our ancestors through stories—like the ones I heard about my great grandfather when he was a … to them. I’m continuing on the path that they started on; I am their future. What is Día de los Muertos? Día de los Muertos dates back 3,000 years to the Aztecs and Olmecs. They …
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… song or the “potato-chip” call of the American goldfinch as it flits in undulating fashion to trees, shrubs, and grasses. The 4-inch-long bird has a slightly forked tail and short, conical … In winter, the males look a lot like the drab-olive females. But come spring, the male begins to get blotches of yellow on his body until he finally molts into his golden spring and summer … uses thistle down, which isn't available until midsummer, to construct its nest. Thistle down is a soft, feathery material that protects the fruiting part of a thistle plant. Many varieties …
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… in your garden, cover small transplants of squash, cucumbers, and zucchini with row covers to prevent moths from laying eggs on vines. Remove row covers when plants begin to flower. Consider planting resistant varieties next year. Pinch top growth of herbs to … off sprigs of herbs to use in cooking all season. A fascinating nature project for families is to plant dill or fennel to attract swallowtail butterflies to lay their eggs. Watch for tiny …
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… Center, Greenhouse Galleries Open during Garden hours , included with general admission This is a story about people with big dreams. It’s a story about imagination and growing new things. … into our archives, and back 50 years—and see the Chicago Botanic Garden flourish from an idea to a world-class living museum. Told through objects, images, personal narratives, and film, this … staff and volunteers while you walk through a timeline of important milestones and artifacts. To the Future In this original artwork, commissioned for the Garden’s 50th birthday, local artist …
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… The polar vortex and a very wet, cold spring delivered a knockout punch to some plants this year. (You may recall that the Garden was closed for two consecutive days in … on the bottom 1 foot of the plants. It was much more devastating than we thought.” Tiddens is anticipating a lot of disease this year because of the peculiar conditions. “We’ve had … conditions and cultural practices possible. When buying new plants, match the plant to the site . If you have a spot in sun with heavy clay soil, a shade-loving plant like a hosta will …
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