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  • … somewhat resemble Scabiosa daisies in shape. Plant in full sun in average soils and deadhead to promote continued flowering throughout the summer. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant
  • … the Grounds department since 1991, when he started out as a seasonal employee. He was promoted to Grounds crew leader in 2009. Patino has broad expertise in landscaping, particularly in … shrubs.  You can see his work at the Linden Allée—he does almost all the pruning. Also, Patino is the lead employee on the team that puts outdoor lights on the large trees for Wonderland …
    Type: Staff bio
  • … in how species interactions, population dynamics, and the timing of biological events respond to various types of environmental changes. My work so far has investigated the consequences of … studies, and population modeling, my research currently explores three key questions: Why is there so much variation in how species adjust their biological timing to a changing climate? What are the demographic consequences of changing environmental conditions …
    Type: Staff bio
  • … Allison Pillar is the grower for indoor floriculture in the Plant Production department. She produces … since worked as a seasonal and assistant grower within the department before being promoted to her current position in 2020. Her interest in nature and plants led her to graduate from Macalester College with a bachelor’s degree in biology, where she also worked on …
    Type: Staff bio
  • … with snow and early morning light presents particular photographic challenges. Learn how to compose and meter for these unique light levels. The Schools CEUs= 4 hours, FPC elective Jack …
    Type: Item Detail
  • … tomatoes, succulent squash, pungent peppers, crispy cucumbers, and bowls of beans. Learn how to plant and care for these popular warm-season edibles and others so you can have a successful …
    Type: Item Detail
  • … in the greater Chicagoland area. Contact Plant Information Service and we will be happy to provide you with a list of landscapers. …
    Type: Plant Info
  • … New! Learn to incorporate a variety of Spanish flavors and spices into vegetable dishes in this cooking …
    Type: Item Detail
  • … sensory play, evergreen exploration, and igloo-building fun. At 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., listen to a story and then pull on your boots for a guided nature walk. …
    Type: Event for Calendar
  • … cultivation and invading natural areas and should be grown in a container and deadheaded to prevent the rhizomes and seeds from spreading. …
    Type: Garden Guide Plant