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  • … Thin elongated green leaves with wavy margins will take on a brownish stripe in full sun. The relatively large white flowers near the center of the plant are produced during the rainy season in Brazil (winter in Chicago). Grow in full sun, …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Description: This frequently seen migrant leaves a characteristic spiraling accent on tree trunks as it feeds in wooded areas of the Garden. …
    Type: Birding
  • … of coral colored flowers (bracts) from summer through early fall. Plant outdoors only after the soils have warmed (June first or later) in well drained soils in full sun. Once established the plants thrive during the hot, humid, droughty summers. Young leaves can be cooked like greens while the seeds are …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … appear on an unbranched spike in winter in Chicago. Their coloration contrasts nicely with the grey-green leaves with spikes along their edges that recurve back toward the base of the plant so that, when not in bloom, it looks like a spiky ball—hence the cultivar name …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … LANDMARK™ Citrus Lantana Mounds of green leaves are almost covered by the masses of hemispherical flower clusters featuring reddish-orange buds that open to bright yellow flowers that then age to orange as they migrate to the outside of the flower head. The leaves contain a compound that deters rabbits and deer while the nectar …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Your body is designed to heal itself, but stress constantly interferes with this gift. Practicing simple energy medicine exercises regularly can optimize your energy no matter what challenges you face. Learn how to reduce the effects of stress, increase resilience, and feel calmer under pressure. Develop tools to …
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  • … New! Learn how to produce all those plants you are learning to name in this hands-on class. Gain a practical understanding of production methods, basic greenhouse … techniques. We will also discuss watering requirements, soil preferences, and crop care. Class is held in our production greenhouses, so you will have an opportunity to see what methods of … are used by Garden staff on a daily basis. A map will be sent with your confirmation.  The School’s CEUs=6 hours OPC elective Terese Hajduk, grower, Chicago Botanic Garden Meet at …
    Type: Item Detail
  • This native of Brazil is a tropical perennial with beautiful foliage and flowers with a … moderate temperatures, and filtered light. As they grow, they branch out and may lose the lower leaves until they become leggy. Cuttings may be taken to turn them back into compact …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … Discover your personal style—fun and whimsical, elegant and classic, or vintage and antique—in this hands-on jewelry class. Each week, explore a new technique such as stringing, designing, … statement necklaces and unique wearable art. All skill levels welcome. A supply list is given in the first class.  Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer Classroom 5, Learning Center …
    Type: Item Detail
  • … Description: Spot this common gull species on the lake ice during spring melt periods, or at other times either flying or swimming. …
    Type: Birding