… native species to the site, transforming it into a beautiful and diverse landscape on display for the vehicles, pedestrians, and bikers that pass by the Garden. The roadside location of this … grow at the Garden). This natural area demonstrates that no parcel of land is too small for restoration, and highlights what can be done even along highly trafficked roadways. This … with the seasons—wetlands fill up with water after spring rains and young green shoots reach for the sun. In late summer, yellow and purple flowers shift to the yellow, orange, brown, and …
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… and CEO The Garden is thriving because of our partners and visitors like you. Thank you for supporting our mission: We cultivate the power of plants to sustain and enrich life. “...the … are incredibly hopeful—like the Garden’s seed bank, which will protect the next generation. For me, seed banking is a profound act of hope—hope for a future with beautiful natural areas with healthy plant populations.” —Kay Havens, Ph.D., …
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… that produces in June and has been bred to be superior in flavor and productivity. Developed for use in Jersey-area but is suitable for use in the Chicago area. …
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… Urban Agriculture Toolkit Tools for Urban Agriculture Programs Designed to support public gardens and other organizations … Good Handling Practices, and food safety Sales targets and crop planning Staffing Fundraising for Urban Agriculture Programs Meeting funder expectations Collecting data for fundraising Cultivating support Potential sources of public and private sector support Social … Tools for Urban Agriculture Programs Designed to support public gardens and other organizations …
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… a golden green throat. The blooms appear in early midseason measuring 4 ¼ inches and stay open for at least 16 hours. In milder climates, the foliage is green all year round. Although each … and several stalks on each plant. The buds open in series, so a single plant will be in bloom for 2 weeks or more. It may re-bloom. The American Hemerocallis Society has awarded 'Strawberry Candy' the Stout Silver Metal, the Don C. Stevens Award for best eyed cultivar, and the Annie T. Giles for best small flower, as well as Honorable …
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… is a medium hosta with light green leaves surrounded by narrow white margins. It is notable for its fragrant double flowers. Hostas are shade tolerant, easy to grow, and long-lived. … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new …
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… This hosta features small green leaves and is a vigorous grower. Hosta gracillima is notable for its late-blooming flowers, which are relatively rare among hostas. Hostas are shade tolerant, … flowers held high above the foliage on long stalks called scapes, they are grown primarily for their foliage and neat habit. Hostas are actively hybridized for leaf color, size, shape, and texture; natural mutations or “sports” are also common; new …
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… Sun-style tai chi is a modern form known for flowing movements and gentle postures. Learn traditional Sun-style tai chi with a focus on … and basic footwork. Ease into the form by learning sections of movements that are perfect for those new to tai chi or to the Sun form, or for those who want to refresh their practice. Class locations vary between spaces in the …
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… reach a height of 45 feet with a 40 foot spread. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … is orange- red. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall color. Sugar maples should …
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… reach a height of 45 feet with a 40 foot spread. The sugar maple is an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks. Tiny yellowish-green flowers appear in spring before the leaves emerge. The … is orange-red. One of the best known trees of eastern North America, sugar maple is as prized for its ornamental value as for the syrup produced from its sap. It is a favorite maple for fall color. Sugar maples should …
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