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  • … the concept of Prairie School landscape architect Jens Jensen. At the time of its completion in 1908, the conservatory was considered revolutionary for the presentation of the plant …
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  • … participants to a visual feast of microgreens. Then he will demonstrate how to plant the seeds in growing trays, and discuss maintenance and harvesting techniques. Bill Shores, professional …
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  • … New! With a spotlight on the spring plant palette, we will explore Spider Island, Keiunto (in the Elizabeth Hubert Malott Japanese Garden), and Evening Island. Comparing three different …
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  • … Ph.D., using the same methods that she has used to decipher dirt and restoration riddles in the real world. Try out the science-based procedures that can identify a crime location …
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  • … bouquet with flowers from her farm. Participants will learn the steps Field & Florist takes in designing bouquets that are seasonal and garden-inspired. The second portion of the class will …
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  • … build your own flatbread pizza bar, and make chocolate stout truffles. Alcohol will be served in this class; participants must be 21 years of age or older. Mary Kay Gill, professional …
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  • … perennials, dwarf alpines, herbs or annuals. Examples of these versatile troughs can be seen in the English Walled Garden and Heritage Garden. Trough-making and other garden workshops are …
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  • … a community music school for all ages and abilities, with over 1,500 students across locations in Chicago, Downers Grove, Evanston, Lake Forest, Lake Bluff, and Winnetka, leads people toward a …
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  • … correct posthumously, 40 years later, when the hawkmoth Xanthopan morganii praedicta (as in “predicted”) was found. …
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  • … evenly moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Since it blooms on new wood, it can be cut back in late winter or early spring to manage growth. …
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