… to the practice of immersing all your senses in the healing forest to reduce stress hormones and increase immune function. Connect with forest life around you through mindful activities on a gentle walk outside, typically covering less than a mile and ending with a forest-based tea. Dress for the weather, as class will still be held in light … Sunday, November 2, 1 – 2:30 p.m., Meet at the Circle Garden Sally Peterson, certified nature and forest therapy guide $34/$43 …
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… Deutzia consists of medium sized flowering shrubs native to Asia, generally with slender stems and a fine-textured arching habit. The clusters of small flowers that appear in spring or early summer are white on most species, but may be pinkish in a few species and cultivars. Deutzias are best used grouped in informal settings as a hedge or background to a … among them can be challenging. The Chicago Botanic Garden's collection includes 20 varieties and more than 300 plants. …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… short lived hardy perennial. Oblong grey green leaves provide contrast in the garden landscape and a savory addition to the traditional Thanksgiving stuffing (and other dishes). Full sun and soils that don't remain moist for long periods are keys to its success in Chicago area …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Description: Mallards are commonly seen on the lakes and throughout the Garden. …
Type: Birding
… Description: This rare shorebird can be seen on mudflats and exposed shorelines. …
Type: Birding
… Description: Look in any wooded area for this common migrant and breeder. …
Type: Birding
… More information and to register Tuesday, June 7 1 – 2:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium …
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… lanciniata ‘Herbstsonne’) produces clear yellow, daisy-like flowers throughout summer and fall on a hardy perennial plant that tops out at 6 feet in height. The large, glossy leaves … of flower beds in full sun. Water it well the first year to get the root system established, and thereafter only during periods of extreme drought. This plant can spread over time to make a …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… Cultivars of Potentilla fruticosa have a rounded habit and reach a height of only 3' to 4'. Their leaves are greenish-gray. Most cultivars are grown for … to red-orange, as well as for their long bloom, the flowering peaks in early May or June and then occurs intermittently until frost. Use cinquefoil in the shrub border. Cinquefoils are …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
… clump will slowly increase in size over time. This species has been a favorite of herbalists and gardeners from the age of Pliny the Elder up to today. The leaves, flowers, and roots contain a number of bioactive compounds; the leaves are used in spring salads in parts …
Type: Garden Guide Plant
