… New! In addition to writing poetry, Emily Dickinson also gardened. She cultivated flowers on her father's property and in the glass conservatory that he added to the family’s home in Amherst, Massachusetts. Explore Dickinson's gardens through excerpts from …
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… Botanic Garden $25 nonmember; $20 member Buy Tickets The title of Dr. Sampson’s book— How to Raise a Wild Child: The Art and Science of Falling in Love with Nature —says a lot about how … science communicator believes children learn. Experiences in science and nature are critical to a child’s development, and Sampson helps make that important connection through his new role …
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… August on this rhizome-producing onion. Ornamental onions with rhizomes are typically confined to the late summer flowering group but are much better adapted to Chicago soils than their bulb-producing cousins flowering earlier in the summer. This hybrid …
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… for forcing indoors for winter bloom, hyacinths survive outdoors in the Chicago area for four to five seasons. However, the flowers in years two through five are less densely packed on the … bred in the Netherlands, these are called "Dutch hyacinth," but their ancestors are native to Turkey and the Middle East. …
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… a personal, more powerful creation. Using fun and intuitive approaches, we will explore ways to bring our unique intentions, as well as our bonds with nature, to life on paper. A supply list will be sent. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1. This class will …
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… background, heavily overlaid with dark pink veining. This lends an overall orange appearance to the flowers. The lip and the center are deep pink. The flowers have broad petals and a flat, … are very popular and sold by the millions in supermarkets and large retailers. They are easy to take care of, and not as fussy about light and heat requirements as many other orchids. …
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… in planting native species, selections from the wild that receive cultivar status are referred to as 'nativars'. This plant was selected for the clean, green foliage that obviously was very resistant to powdery mildew. Plant it in full sun and in moisture-retentive soil, and prepare for an influx …
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… resulted with fewer insect and disease problems. Plant this lily where it will receive full to partial sun for most of the day; "head in the sun with roots in the shade" are ideal conditions. It's prone to damage from rabbits and deer. Stake it only if it's in shaded, windy conditions. …
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… Full sun, well drained soils with moderate fertilization throughout the season. Prone to iris borers in the Chicago area - they are worth the effort to provide control of these pesky moth larvae. …
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… and become aware of sensations, thoughts, emotions, and memories that arise and give way to a deep state of relaxation. No skills, abilities, or beliefs are required to participate and/or benefit from the experience. You may bring a yoga mat, blanket, eye mask, …
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