… Natural areas comprise more than half of the Garden’s 385 acres and are recognized as models for excellence in restoration and habitat re-creation. They support hundreds of native plant and … wildlife species, improve our water, air, and soil quality, and provide a natural laboratory for our conservation science programs. We invite you to wander designated paths to see firsthand … and animals that call this region home. All of our natural areas provide accessible spots for nature lovers and anyone looking to take a walk in nature to de-stress and harness its …
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… training programs, and the Lenhardt Library. Before joining the Garden, Dr. Mueller worked for more than 23 years at the Field Museum, most recently as the curator of mycology in the … biology, ecology, and conservation of fungi, especially mushrooms, providing vital information for the management and conservation of temperate and tropical forests, particularly in the … authored six books and nearly 100 journal articles. He is a member of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission's Steering Committee; Chair of the …
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… of a titan arum is an exciting event in the botanical world. It is also an opportunity for teachers to illustrate life-science concepts using an extraordinary real-world example. The … peculiar life cycle, and interrelationships with pollinators make it a marvelous story for classroom discussion. There are several ways this story could be incorporated into … life cycle diagram Leaf structure comparison Pollinator match-up worksheet Crossword puzzle for grades 3 - 4 Crossword puzzle for grades 5+ Pollinator scent experiment Corpse flower …
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… by the #girldinner trend, we put together a fresh-from-the-garden #butterflydinner plate for some of our favorite summer visitors (a “girl dinner” is a solo spread of grab-and-go bites). … Essential Garden Elements Support the entire life cycle by providing the essential elements for each stage of a butterfly's life. Adult butterflies lay their eggs on host plants, where the … with three to four in bloom at a time, between April and October. If you do not have room for one or more of these elements in your garden, find out which are available in other natural …
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… In these early days of the city, gardening was a practical matter, meant to raise vegetables for food and trees for timber. Landscaping and flowers were seen only at the new cemeteries on the outskirts of town … City and its Horticultural Palace put Chicago on the world stage and made flower shows popular for years to come. This is the story of...a victory for gardening The “quiet period” during World …
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… Midwest Tree and Shrub Conference: Speakers Landscapes for a Changing Future Speaker Biographies Matt Lobdell, Head of Collections, Curator, The Morton … Head of Collections and Curator of The Morton Arboretum since 2014. There, he is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and development of the Arboretum’s plant collections and in … is the Tree and Shrub Breeder at The Morton Arboretum where she develops breeding strategies for improved trees and shrubs, conducts breeding research, focuses on native plant collecting, …
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… Make Your Thanksgiving Sustainable There’s so much to be thankful for this Thanksgiving—family, home, hearth, and all those nifty tips the Garden is providing to … of course, is the central element, and with just a little more effort as you choose the items for your dinner, you can honor the earth that has provided your feast. You can also decorate and … over the Tofurkey kind, avoid factory-farmed birds and seek sustainably raised ones. Head for the organic section of your grocery store for produce, as well as staples like flour and oil. …
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… the best and most secure service to our campers and staff, Camp CBG is partnering with CampDoc.com . CampDoc.com is an electronic health record system for camps, and will help us consolidate and integrate camper health information into a …
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… plants, welcome more than a million visitors each year, and inspire future generations to care for our natural world. Give a gift today. 1 Rollover a gift from your IRA learn more If … gift of appreciated securities learn more By giving stocks to the Garden, you will be eligible for a charitable income tax deduction, and you may avoid capital gains tax. Questions: For questions, contact our Donor Services Team or (847) 835-6925. Thank you for making a tangible …
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… practical benefits with aesthetic appeal, the Green Roof Garden also provides an opportunity for research and education, serving as a living laboratory. The Plant Science Center’s Green Roof Garden serves as an outdoor classroom for thousands of Garden visitors annually; the 16,000-square-foot green roof is accessible to the … of plants known as good green roof plants, plus native and exotic plants that have potential for green roof use. Generally, the plants are sun loving, drought tolerant, have a shallow root …
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