… Planting for the Future in a Changing Climate Presented by Bartlett Tree Experts and the Chicago Botanic … integration of native species and native landscapes, and sustainable storm-water management best practices. She has led small-scale ecological restoration and scenic corridor planning projects, served as a senior project manager, and been responsible for construction oversight. Beckjord serves on the Chicago Wilderness Corporate Council, where …
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… costumes that are made so cheaply and cost so much? The ones beckoning from cluttered shops to which you have to drive, using up gas and your precious time? Fuhgeddaboudit! Do yourself, … costumes? Not to worry. Here are some tips from the Garden that are easy, quick, and—best of all—effective. Now go grab some empty pillowcases. How easy was that? Goodbye to plastic … you purchase your pumpkins, cornstalks, straw bales, and other natural decorative material to buy locally, and if possible, organically. Organic Halloween candy is harder to come by, but …
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… of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns 2025 Family Carousel Event dates: October 8 – 12, 15 – 19, 22 – 26 6:30 – 10:30 p.m. Link: https://www.chicagobotanic.org/halloween Specs: 2024 Assets Past: Meta Ads Guide Content Doc: Google Doc 1:1 Image Primary (up to 80 characters): Carve out some family fun. Night of 1,000 Jack-o'-Lanterns lights up the Garden. Headlines (up to 45 characters): We grow fun-sized frights for all ages Description (18 characters): Get tickets now Button CTA: Book Now Adult …
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… Q. Do you have any suggestions for plants that can be used in a fall container? A. September is a perfect time to plant a beautiful fall container when many annual plants are beginning to decline because of … and loves cooler temperatures. Stock, Sweet Alyssum, and dianthus are fragrant plants and are best used in containers near entrances where their aroma can best be appreciated. Autumn color …
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… Three Smart Ways to Give to the Garden Three Smart Ways to Give to the Garden Your generosity makes the Garden bloom—in … 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 … Three Smart Ways to Give to the Garden Your generosity makes the Garden bloom—in every season, and in so many …
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… on Evening Island and, perhaps, in your garden. Over the last few decades, plants once native to midwestern prairies have been welcomed into gardens. But in our front yards, they often don't … from the ones in which they evolved. Prairie plants behave differently in our gardens for a number of reasons, according to the Garden's prairie and river ecologist. Soils and many other conditions have changed as the …
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… As the weather cools, smart kitchen gardeners search for ways to stretch the growing season, hoping for a few more salads…an extra harvest of kale…or … veggies on the table at Thanksgiving. The idea of season extension—gaining a month longer to grow crops at either end of our rather short USDA Zone 5 season—is worthy of a home …
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… A Foundation for Learning A continuum of nature-based educational programs serving infants through retirees is … at the Chicago Botanic Garden. With curriculum ranging from free, informal drop-in activities to professional certificate programs, the Garden meets the needs of learners of all ages, abilities, interests and income levels. Our educational initiatives are integral to fulfilling the Garden’s mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. …
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… Q. I would like to plant varieties of tulips and daffodils this fall in addition to smaller bulbs. Any suggestions for planting techniques? A. Most tulips and narcissi can be planted throughout autumn until the … early and allow bulbs to develop a strong root system during the fall. Bulbs always look best when planted in large drifts. …
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… Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness Seminar Speakers Wednesday, May 10, 2017 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Clare … She is co-author, with Naomi Sachs, of Therapeutic Landscapes: An Evidence-Based Approach to Designing Healing Gardens and Restorative Outdoor Spaces (Wiley, 2014) . Brian Bainnson, … families and caregivers. In all of Mr. Bainnson's work understanding of the context, attention to detail, and an ability to understand and give life to the client’s expectations unite the …
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