… Alexis Gomez Age: 16 Grade: 11 School: Waukegan High School What are you most interested in/excited for this summer on the farm? Making friends What's your favorite vegetable? Corn What is a fun or surprising fact … about you? I read a lot of comic books, my favorite color is black. Superhero favorite: Coming to Age Ashley Age: 16 Grade: 11 School: Waukegan High School/Washington Campus What are you most …
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… Join Jean M. Franczyk, president and CEO of the Garden, for a behind-the-scenes experience at the Farm on Ogden. Opened in 2018, this community-based project of the Garden and the Lawndale Christian Health Center … by bringing food, health, and jobs together in one location. You will have the opportunity to harvest the first lettuce crop from the Farm’s aquaponics system. Tours and light snacks are …
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… Foot long spikes of intensely purple flowers and bracts are produced above the bushy well branched plants from June up to the first hard frost. Green heart shaped leaves are retained all of the way down to the ground throughout the season. Plant in full sun and well drained soils for best results. Suitable for containers on flower bed use. …
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… The cultivar 'Over the River' has lovely blue standards and falls with a small white signal at the base of each fall. It stands 30 inches high and blooms in mid season, while the thin, grass like foliage remains a highlight throughout the summer. … clumps which keep out weeds. The name Iris was taken from the Greek goddess of the rainbow to symbolize the many colors of this flower. The classic 'Fleur de Lys' which has been a symbol …
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… Welcome to winter, one of the best seasons for gardeners. You have time to plan, prune, and enjoy those houseplants that don’t get much love during the outdoor growing season. Make the most of your winter gardening with …
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… As fall approaches and the leaves begin to change, the Chicago Botanic Garden bids adieu to our beautiful summer blooms until next year. … fiercely invasive plant, this cultivar does not produce seed and spreads slowly. This grass is best used as a border plant in well-drained soils. …
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… Grades 5-6 Activity Guide Climate Change in My Backyard Unit Descriptions Unit 1: The Earth as a System In Unit 1, students assess their current knowledge of and beliefs about climate change. They then begin to explore the various Earth systems that create climate, including the Earth's energy balance … Climate Change in My Backyard Unit Descriptions Unit 1: The Earth as a System In Unit 1, students assess their current knowledge of and beliefs about …
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… The smooth witherod or possumhaw viburnum is native to the eastern U.S. where it can be found growing in swamps. Its dark green and very shiny leaves differentiate it from many other viburnums. …
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… Water, the essence of life, will be our canvas for creating artistic images. With a mindful vision, we will slow down to explore the patterns of design formed by water and shorelines. You will learn the tools of … two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login instructions one day in advance. FPC fundamental course, fine art track Iris Lutz, fine art photographer Online Course …
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… Tomato Talk | Nightshades A Full Season of Tomato-Growing Information The Nightshade Family This broad group includes tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and eggplant as well … in varying amounts. Large amounts of tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are not likely to make someone ill, whereas a lot of black nightshade (Solanum nigram) may. Want to switch up … by sweating, which some suggest is one reason hot peppers are popular in hot climates. Get the most from your pepper plants with our Plant Information tips . Smaller, bushy hot pepper …
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