New! The quality of our breath affects the way we feel as well as the relationship between the body and the mind. Using the tools of movement, awareness, visualization, and concentration, we work through the body’s conscious and subconscious layers of resistance to release its deeply held tensions. When tension is released and we are fully present, the breath will flow without limits or …
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The day includes parking, Tram tour, the Model Railroad Garden, Butterflies & Blooms, and Tuesday Morning Music. To participate, R.S.V.P. to Beth Dunn . …
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Bring realism to your botanical artwork with a focus on identifying the morphological features of plants. Emphasizing specific plant parts in illustrations is critical to the identification of plant species in both scientific flora and identification manuals. Through a combination of lectures and lab/studio time, you will identify key characteristics in each plant specimen and then transfer them …
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… be sure to identify the characteristics that are most important to you in a replacement tree. For example, are you looking for a street tree or a tree for the back yard? Are you looking for a tree that has great fall color? Is the height of the …
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… heirlooms, species, and climbers. Learn basic culture and care, plus discover the best roses for your own growing conditions. Class includes an outdoor walk to examine the flowers up close. Dress for the weather. Heather Prince, horticulturist, garden writer and editor Design Studio, …
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… that native plants are hot. They’re touted online, in magazines, at garden centers, and in the news where their benefits are often linked to helping the plight of bees and other important pollinators . Many natives get the nod for their drought tolerance, low maintenance, and disease or pest resistance, as well as their … and formal garden designs. And, native trees and shrubs offer nesting sites and food for many birds. What IS a native plant? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, a native …
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… sourcing your seeds and plants, our Chicago Botanic Garden experts share their top trends for 2025. Whether you're a green gardener or green-thumbed pro, these hot takes will provide … impact. Lawns demand constant mowing, watering, and fertilizing, but swapping them for low-maintenance alternatives saves energy and effort. Even adding new flowerbeds to reduce lawn size can make a big difference for the environment. For a ‘lawn-like’ look, native plants like Pennsylvania sedge ( Carex …
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… It’s going to be a banner year for annuals. This course presents many new cultivars, along with several wonderful yet underutilized species for both container and in-ground plantings in sun and shade. Focus on what makes each unique and …
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… It’s going to be a banner year for annuals. This course presents many new cultivars, along with several wonderful, yet underutilized, species for both container and in-ground plantings in sun and shade. Focus on what makes each unique and …
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… Q. Is there anything I can do now to prepare my turf for the winter? A.Fall is a good time to improve the health of your lawn and prepare it for winter. There are a number of cultural practices that will help at this time of year. Clean …
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