… This mat-forming perennial grows to a height of 18 inches with full sun and moderate moisture conditions. It has showy yellow blooms that attract butterflies in May and June. It belongs in a border. …
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… This bulb can grow to a height of 4 feet with full sun to partial shade and moist soil conditions. It has orange and reddish-orange blooms from September to February. It belongs in a border. …
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… This ground cover native to Europe, northern Africa, and northern Asia, needs partial to full shade and moist soil conditions to reach a height of 1 foot. It has white blooms from March to June. …
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… This perennial native to the Midwest needs full sun and dry moisture conditions to reach a height of about 4 feet. From July to October it produces showy yellow flowers that attract birds and butterflies. …
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… Classical Blast performs classic rock music melded with famed classical music…all on classical and rock instruments. Their signature summer show features classic rock music from the late ’60s … hits, all mashed with music by the great composers: Bach, Beethoven, Handel, Mozart, Chopin, and others. Make no mistake, this show ROCKS! It’s a thrill ride through history—unique, exciting … entertainment for audiences of any age. It’s the perfect show for theaters, schools, fests, and more. …
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… spikes from late May until frost. This cultivar grows to a maximum of four feet in size and, like other butterfly bushes, will regrow from the root system after a hard winter. Plant 'Sunny Morning' in full sun and in well-drained soil. Deadheading (removing old flower spikes) will promote additional flushes of flowers. Butterflies, moths, and hummingbirds are strongly attracted to the nectar produced by the flowers. …
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… to the practice of immersing all your senses in the healing forest to reduce stress hormones and increase immune function. Connect with forest life around you through mindful activities on a gentle walk outside, typically covering less than a mile and ending with a forest-based tea. Dress for the weather, as class will still be held in light to moderate rain. Sally Peterson, certified nature and forest therapy guide Meet at the Dwarf Conifer Garden entrance …
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… that love the cold winters. They are divided into three divisions: single,semi-double and double. They prefer full sun and moist, well-drained soil and should be planted so that the eyes on the roots are no more 2” below the soil; if planted …
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… you covered. Spend a day learning about low-maintenance houseplant options, basic plant care, and even how to propagate them. Along the way, we will provide ideas for using live plants to investigate plant science concepts such as adaptation and structure and function of plant parts. Take home a variety of plants to get started. ISBE PD Hours: 6 …
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… New! Discover the more than 400 species of solitary bees native to Illinois and create a “bee hotel” to provide habitat for these wonderful creatures. Solitary bees do not live in hives and often find their suitable habitat threatened by human development and activity. Using upcycled materials, you will create a nesting site for different species to take home with you. All supplies included. Bring your own drill gun …
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