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  • … trying to lure. Other orchids look familiar to humans, even though there is no connection for the flower. There’s a word for the phenomenon, pareidolia .     Click on each orchid picture below to reveal its lookalike. … from one flower to another. Ophrys apifera Psychopsis papilio looks like a butterfly, is named for the butterfly (papilio is the Latin word), and flutters like a butterfly at the top of its …
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  • … place layers in shell. Add liquid. Tent with aluminum foil.   Bake in an oven at 350 degrees F for 2 hours 45 minutes.   Check with a knife to see if done.   Leave quiche for 10 minutes to cool before cutting to serve.   Serve with salad, chips, or fries.   … Garden … place layers in shell. Add liquid. Tent with aluminum foil.   Bake in an oven at 350 degrees F for 2 hours 45 minutes.   Check with a knife to see if done.   Leave quiche for 10 minutes to …
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  • … Please check back if you have any questions about a particular event. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Canceled in 2021: Super Seed Weekend, the Seed Swap, and all related … Please check back if you have any questions about a particular event. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. Canceled in 2021: Super Seed Weekend, …
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  • … If soil is heavy clay, mix in composted leaf mold or shredded wood chips. 2. Prepare the bed For small groups, dig individual holes. For larger displays, remove the soil, arrange bulbs (3–5 per sq. ft.), then backfill. 3. Plant … If soil is heavy clay, mix in composted leaf mold or shredded wood chips. 2. Prepare the bed For small groups, dig individual holes. For larger displays, remove the soil, arrange bulbs (3–5 …
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  • … and help filter impurities. The native plants in the Rainwater Glen have reduced the need for irrigation by half, and no potable water is used for irrigation. The Rainwater Glen contributes to improved water quality at the Chicago Botanic … of plants known as good green roof plants, plus native and exotic plants that have potential for green roof use. Generally, the plants are sun loving, drought tolerant, have a shallow root …
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  • … olive oil Pinch cumin Salt and pepper to taste     Directions Combine all ingredients for the vinaigrette and blend until well combined. Set aside. Heat 3 teaspoons olive oil in a … and cilantro. Season with salt, pepper, and cumin. Set aside. Grill or sauté the nopales for 3 to 4 minutes per side, and then julienne each leaf. Toss the greens with the vinaigrette … olive oil Pinch cumin Salt and pepper to taste     Directions Combine all ingredients for the vinaigrette and blend until well combined. Set aside. Heat 3 teaspoons olive oil in a …
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  • … Brunch Special Brunch Occasions Reserve your spot for a sumptuous celebration at the Garden   Easter Brunch Sold Out   Mother's Day Brunch Sold Out … colors and blooms before and after you eat!     … Special Brunch Occasions Reserve your spot for a sumptuous celebration at the Garden     Easter Brunch Sold Out     Mother's Day Brunch Sold …
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  • … the impacts of changing climates on plant migration by calculating seed dispersal rates for a variety of plant species and predicting whether they will be able to migrate quickly enough … or in small groups make observations of actual phenological events. Activity 3.3: Preparing for Budburst This activity serves as an introduction to phenology and Budburst, and will prepare … point in the curriculum . Before you begin data collection, implement Activity 3.3: Preparing for Budburst, and continue making observations as often as possible so students are able to …
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  • … Garden members can borrow books online . All you need is your unique membership number for full access to our e-book system. Read books online … One of the great treasures of the … Garden members can borrow books online . All you need is your unique membership number for full access to our e-book system. Read books online …
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  • … gardening, and landscape design. These digitized rare books provide an opportunity for close examination of unique materials. View Lenhardt Library's Digitized Rare Books and … gardening, and landscape design. These digitized rare books provide an opportunity for close examination of unique materials. View Lenhardt Library's Digitized Rare Books and …
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