… the Garden’s future, emphasizing the value of its mission and legacy. Known internationally for her public space interventions, Raquel transforms traditional embroidery into a contemporary … artist with a degree in Fine Arts, currently living and working in Valencia. Recognized for her large-scale interventions in public spaces, Raquel Rodrigo detaches embroidery from its … expression in public spaces. I am interested in embroidery not only as a technique but also for its cultural significance. My goal is to elevate its value within the realm of contemporary …
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… plants alike. Not only do plants depend on them, but our pollinator friends are responsible for 70 percent of the food we eat. Recent news about the die-off in honey bee colonies and the decline in monarch populations makes the issue of pollinator awareness an important one for all. At the Garden, colorful flowers are pollinated by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. …
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… do so with great determination. Read More Sow Spaghetti Sauce Now March is the magic month for starting seeds—especially for certain veggies and herbs. Read More Successful Seed Starting: When, Why, How Did you … do so with great determination. Read More Sow Spaghetti Sauce Now March is the magic month for starting seeds—especially for certain veggies and herbs. Read More Successful Seed …
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… program. Following the opening of the garden, Windy City Harvest staff taught classes for Kraft employees who volunteer in the garden. Class topics included sustainable gardening, small garden how-to's, seed starting for cool season crops, and building healthy soil. This is the first initiative undertaken by … program. Following the opening of the garden, Windy City Harvest staff taught classes for Kraft employees who volunteer in the garden. Class topics included sustainable gardening, …
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… of our web site is currently under maintenance. We should be back shortly. Thank you for your patience. If you would like to make a purchase, please call 847-835-6801 daily from 9 … of our web site is currently under maintenance. We should be back shortly. Thank you for your patience. If you would like to make a purchase, please call 847-835-6801 daily from 9 …
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… upper sepal, though two petals are formed to have hooked nectar spurs. This cultivar is noted for its later bloom time than other Aconitum species. The genus name is thought to come from the … In autumn, the whole plant fades from bluish green to coppery burgundy. This cultivar is noted for its tall, narrow stature and dark purple autumnal foliage that turns black. The genus name … with five papery sepals, five stamens, and three tiny, fused pistils. This cultivar is noted for its deep red to violet inflorescences and its maroon foliage. The genus name comes from the …
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… program emphasizing environmental plant biology and conservation. Addressing a growing need for expertise in plant science and conservation, the master's of science and doctoral degree … work completed in year one and research emphasized in year two. Scholarships are available for full-time students; students wishing to be considered for them should indicate this on their application. Students wishing to attend part-time are also …
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… a slower pace, where you’ll find plants in raised beds, making them easy to smell and touch for people with limited mobility and others. Don’t be shy about rubbing the bristly, rust-colored … combinations—the yellow, red, and orange plants are intended to be warm and inviting—and then, for contrast, head down the lower woodland path, under the shade of the birch trees. … On a windy … a slower pace, where you’ll find plants in raised beds, making them easy to smell and touch for people with limited mobility and others. Don’t be shy about rubbing the bristly, rust-colored …
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… space, event venue, free science education provider, and popular regional destination know for horticultural beauty. Before his service at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Spicer was manager of horticulture for the Morris County Park Commission in Morristown, New Jersey, where he oversaw the … space, event venue, free science education provider, and popular regional destination know for horticultural beauty. Before his service at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Spicer was …
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… technicians who are committed to addressing the environmental challenges facing our region. For nine months, this group learns from Garden ecologists and scientists, local partners, and … universities, and businesses. Apply to join SENA Check back here in December 2025 for 2026 program application information. The Chicago Botanic Garden offers 13 paid ecological … Approximately one day per week is dedicated to training—learning how to understand and care for natural areas, gaining management certifications, and preparing for a career. Application …
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