… Survey Thank You Thanks for completing our survey, we are pleased to present you with this one complimentary Tram Tour ticket for you to enjoy at the Garden in 2015. One ticket … here to download coupon … Thanks for completing our survey, we are pleased to present you with this one complimentary Tram Tour ticket for you to enjoy at the Garden in 2015. One ticket …
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… and lithographs that served as the scientific record of the day. The display overlaps with the Chicago Botanic Garden’s second annual Orchid Show , a month-long event filling the Regenstein Center with colorful, fragrant blooms from February 14 to March 15. The display is part of the library’s … and lithographs that served as the scientific record of the day. The display overlaps with the Chicago Botanic Garden’s second annual Orchid Show , a month-long event filling the …
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… at the Chicago Botanic Garden designed for rising junior and senior high school students with a passion for science and the environment. It's more than just summer fun—it's a springboard … offers students the following: College-level environmental studies: Delve deep into science with engaging courses three days a week. Hands-on research: Dive into your own scientific investigation with the guidance of a dedicated mentor. Nature exploration: Uncover the secrets of local …
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… Information Desk. Stop 2: Butterflies & Blooms Step into the world of butterflies, INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION Butterflies & Blooms is a specially built house that hosts hundreds of butterflies … The Garden’s "front lawn" The Esplanade is irresistible to little ones: a wide open space with the lake out front, fountains down one side, and the impressive statue, The Sower, on the other. It's a great spot to meet up with others, to take an outdoor break, and to let the kids decide how to enjoy the space. Stop …
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… of earth, air, fire, and water. The sculpture mixes classical elements (columns, an armillary) with semiprecious stones and minerals (limestone from Minnesota, jasper from Arizona, quartz from … pavilions are called pepper pots (they resemble English salt and pepper boxes). The pepper pot with a door is a tool shed for staff. Inside the open pepper pot, geometric windows frame views … Brown created in 18th century England. Stop 5: Daisy Garden The Daisy Garden is symmetrical, with two axes that cross at the central urn; both halves of the garden mirror each other. The …
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… have weekly tomato-growing updates on this page every Tuesday. Take part in the conversation with your questions on the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Facebook page with growing tips, fun facts, recipes, and more (use #CBGtomatotalk). Whether you’re a tomato … friend Patrina Nuske Small of Australia. They crossbred a number of heirloom tomato varieties with known dwarf tomato varieties to provide the starting point for an array of new, stable, …
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… when still green. If left on the plant longer, they all will ripen, usually to become red with more heat. That heat comes from the compound capsaicin. The body often reacts to capsaicin … 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 varieties do very well when grown in … even easier to harvest: simply lift the dried plants from the ground at the end of the season with a spading fork. Store some tubers for next season to cut and plant again ( read our …
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… at the Garden every winter, but sometimes, we have a banner year for these lovely little birds—with more than 30 visible at one time. Flocks of common redpolls sometimes join the siskins, and … adding alder, pine, and elm seeds to the menu when necessary. They will also come to feeders with thistle. White-winged crossbills prefer seeds of spruces with small cones, as well as tamaracks, hemlocks, and to a lesser extent, white pines. They will …
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… according to their scientific classification. In the center is a signature water feature with cascading sheets of water and a classic physic garden, which is planted with medicinal plants from around the world. In the summer, three aquatic pools contain … according to their scientific classification. In the center is a signature water feature with cascading sheets of water and a classic physic garden, which is planted with medicinal …
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… eventually give the state its nickname and identity as “the prairie state,” a place bright with wildflowers and tallgrass. Nowadays, though, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of original prairie remains in the state. The Dixon Prairie celebrates the state’s heritage with a re-creation of six prairie types that once were common in northeastern Illinois. It’s a … eventually give the state its nickname and identity as “the prairie state,” a place bright with wildflowers and tallgrass. Nowadays, though, less than one-tenth of 1 percent of original …
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