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As cherry blossoms peak in Chicago, here’s how to get a peek before they’re gone
Once the flowers open, cherry blossoms typically stick around for just one to two weeks, and that window can shrink depending ...
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Bark brings excitement to winter landscapes
On this week's episode of the Gardening Tips podcast, the Chicago Botanic Garden's Jacob Burns talks about how to bring ...
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Skunk Cabbage Emerges at the Chicago Botanic Garden
Heather Decker, managing ecologist at the Chicago Botanic Garden, explains skunk cabbage. Heather Decker, managing ecologist at the Chicago Botanic Garden, explains skunk cabbage.
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Should I spray my trees after magnolia scale infestation?
Many gardeners, as well as the horticulturists at the Chicago Botanic Garden, had issues with magnolia scale last year, and it’s a pest to watch closely for in 2025. The Garden’s plant health ...
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How to add texture and movement to your garden — ornamental grass
On this week's episode of the Gardening Tips podcast, the Chicago Botanic Garden's Jacob Burns talks ... they create a dynamic and low-maintenance landscape with lasting beauty.
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Spring garden tasks for healthy plant growth
A sharp, flat garden spade works best for this job. Plants that bloom in April and May can also be divided after they bloom. • Tim Johnson is director of horticulture at Chicago Botanic Garden ...