… The maintenance of biodiversity is an important objective of many conservation plans. We are working with a number of institutions to assess the levels of genetic diversity that currently exist in a number of rare species, both … and the charismatic corpse flower ( Amorphophallus titanum ). These types of studies allow us to assess populations of critical concern and assist with management and conservation collection …
Type: Research
… alike. However, Darwin noted that the diversity of flowering plants was almost too great to believe, something he referred to it as the “abominable mystery.” The quest to answer why we have so many flowering plants is still ongoing and has made flowers a model group to answer important questions about …
Type: Research
… I always look forward to seeing Indian corn in the market and finding it in autumn decorations. Indian corn—in its range of hues from blue to deep maroon to oranges, golds, and yellows—extends the colors of the season long after the tree leaves have faded and been raked away. It is one of November’s icons, reminding us of the cultural and botanical history of the continent. …
Type: Blog
… Botanic Garden in the Plant Health Care department for 25 years. In 1994, Tiddens was promoted to supervisor of the department. Since then, the department has significantly reduced its use of … collections from diseases, pests, and weeds in an environmentally sensitive manner. Tiddens is a certified arborist through the International Society of Arboriculture and serves as the … representative in the Sentinel Plant Network, which unifies botanic gardens in an effort to monitor for and provide education on high consequence pest and pathogens that threaten the …
Type: Staff bio
… Create a charming rustic reindeer of willow. The reindeer has an overall height of 4 to 5 feet from its hooves to the tips of its antlers. Please bring a hammer, hand pruners, and work gloves. No experience necessary. To register for the Holiday Tree class at the same time, call (847) 835-6874. Bim Willow, …
Type: Item Detail
… The grounds around the school can provide all the nature you need to support NGSS life sciences in a meaningful way. From weed population studies to animal behavior investigations and even habitat design, teachers can find lots of opportunities to apply science around the school, and we’ll show you how. CPDUs: 6, Gateways: 6 Grade level: …
Type: Item Detail
… Strawberries are a delicious addition to your home garden. Learn techniques to grow your own strawberries and discover the differences among June-bearing, ever-bearing, and day-neutral varieties. Fee includes 25 plants to start your own strawberry patch. Please dress for the weather. Gardening gloves are …
Type: Item Detail
… Tabernaemontana holtstii produces immense ivory to white pinwheel shaped fragrant flowers primarily during the winter months in the Chicago area. … filtered sunlight with average water and fertilizer. Amazingly hardy for a plant native to the tropics, it can tolerate temperatures at or slightly below freezing for a short period of time without damage to the flowers or foliage. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… moss, and festive accents on a grapevine base. In this fun, hands-on workshop, learn how to design with natural materials and get tips to keep these low-maintenance air plants alive and thriving. Leave with a beautiful living wreath to display or gift. All materials included. Elisabeth Aguilera, horticulture educator Classroom …
Type: Item Detail
… Honey scented pink bell shaped flowers in spring lead to bright red berries in fall beloved by birds on this hardy evergreen groundcover that thrives in sandy acidic soils. Flowers are attractive to a wide range of pollinating insects. The lustrous dark green foliage changes to a deep burgundy with the onset of cooler temperatures in the fall. Will tolerate some shade. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
