… on April 10, 1919, in Hamburg, Germany. Because her father was Jewish, she was not allowed to study art under the Nazi regime, so she left her home country in 1936 to study in Britain, where she remained for her early career. In 1964, Duckworth moved to Chicago to teach at the University of Chicago. After 13 years on the faculty, she retired in …
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… Whether you are looking to redesign your classroom or just seeking a few ideas, there are many ways to incorporate more nature into your space. Learn how to include more natural items and themes across your classroom and curriculum no matter your …
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… the long stems with tendrils of this Central American native vine with close evolutionary ties to longwing butterflies ( Heliconias species). These butterflies have evolved to be able to consume pollen from this species in addition to nectar - a very rare trait among butterflies. …
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… for the whole family. Gardening with your kids or grandkids will help forge deeper connections to each other, to your family’s health, to our food sources, and to the planet. Get tips on how to engage your family in gardening …
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… finely divided leaves on this marigold cultivar. Mixes are an easy way for garden designers to provide breadth of complimentary colors to the landscape without having to specify each cultivar (and ensure they all bloom at the same time). Marigolds are a …
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… This evergreen tropical shrub can grow to a height of 15 feet with partial to full shade and moderate moisture conditions. Year around it infrequently produces white to pale lavender blooms. Grown usually as one of the cultivars featuring colorfully patterned …
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… Intense burgundy red leaves brighten their colors in bright to full sun light. Great non-hardy plant for adding a tropical feel to a landscape. A tight rosette of leaves in the center provide a water basin to carry the plant through to the next rain in the top of the tropical rain forest. …
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… Fermented foods are both healthy and a great way to reduce food waste. Join this hands-on class to learn about different types of fermentation. You will quickly put your new knowledge to action by preparing different fermentations to taste and take home with you. Instructor TBD …
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… This native of Korea has a range that extends into east and central China. Clumps up to 5' across produce flower spikes up to 7' in height in June. Prefers partial to full shade light levels in consistently moist acidic soils. The new growth takes on a bronze …
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… Deep yellow flowers with freckled throats fade to cream at the tips of the petals on this naturally dwarf cultivar with sturdy stems adapted for pot planting or bedding use. It prefers full sun and moderate to moist, well-drained soils. Hardy to USDA Zone 7, in the Chicago area the tubers need to be dug up and overwintered in a frost-free …
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