… Kohleria are herbacious perennial plants in the gesneriad family native to tropical America. Kohleria ‘Red Ryder’ has flowers that are rich crimson, with streaks of white in the throat. The leaves are frosty green with darker veins. Kohlerias are characterized by soft, ovate …
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… 2017 3 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium, Chicago 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 the dinosaur paleontologist and science communicator believes children learn. Experiences in …
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… Q. How can I protect my trees and shrubs from animal damage in the winter? A. Rabbits, voles, and mice often chew on the bark of trees and shrubs during the winter months, damaging the inner cambium layer, and possibly leading to injury and even …
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… Description: Spot this easily-recognized species in summer, close to the water's edge where it nests and feeds among widely scattered oaks and other trees. …
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… bearberry cotoneaster features coral-red fruits and glossy evergreen foliage. Members of the genus Cotoneaster are characterized by a stiff, dense branching structure, small, glossy leaves of fine texture, and abundant fruit in the form of small pomes, which are generally in shades of red/orange but may also be cream or … soil pH, cotoneasters are reliable and durable shrubs often used as hedges or groundcovers. The genus Cotoneaster includes at least 90 species of shrubs native to the temperate regions of …
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… In this cooking class, learn how to harvest, clean, cut, and prepare both the colorful beetroot and its gorgeous greens. Discover how to use both the beet greens and beet root with a variety of cooking techniques. Enjoy dishes like roasted …
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… Take a deep dive into the complex and fascinating colors of nature. Using easily found bits of rocks, plants, and flowers, discover how to tease apart the colors of each object. A color theory review will help you understand how to re-create nature’s true colors. In this water-based painting class, you will create complex color studies and swatches that unlock …
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… Learn the art of crafting fresh, stuffed North Indian flatbreads, known as paratha. In this hands-on … cheese), palak (spinach), and lachha (layered). Discover tips and techniques to prepare the dough and to cook to achieve a golden, crispy texture. Enjoy tasting instructor-prepared …
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… Kohleria are herbacious perennial plants in the gesneriad family native to tropical America. Kohleria ‘Designer Evening Gown’, bred in Taiwan, has nodding flowers with bright pink tubes. The throats are white, heavily spotted with dark purple. The leaves are dark green with purple undersides. Kohlerias are characterized by soft, ovate …
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… Ritz Blue Scabiosa japonica Lavender pincushion-like flowers appear in mid-summer on this hardy but short lived perennial. The flowers and growth habit make this perennial useful in containers as well as flower beds. …
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