Keep Growing Winter 2015/2016 by Chicago Botanic Garden

Keep Growing WINTER 2015 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2016

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Robert F. Finke, Chair Timothy A. Dugan, Vice Chair, Nominating & Governance John L. Howard, Vice Chair Thomas E. Lanctot, Vice Chair, Government Affairs Catherine M. Waddell, Vice Chair, Science & Education Nicole S. Williams, Vice Chair, Finance & Investment Susan A. Willetts, Vice Chair & Immediate Past Chair,

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! Every winter I look forward to that first magical snowfall, when the Chicago Botanic Garden is transformed. There is something pure and calming about the vistas of snow-covered trees and shrubs, with evergreens and the bright stems of dogwoods and willows adding color to the season’s muted palette. Snow falls onto the water and dissolves; ice forms along the shore of the Garden Lakes, slowly firming inward. The stem of a single dried hydrangea bends under the weight of its snowy cap. Nature’s poetry surrounds me. Though I think of the Chicago Botanic Garden every day, in every season, I know that as we approach this winter, the Garden has never been stronger. While in some ways it feels like just yesterday, it will be ten years this coming February since I joined the Garden’s leadership team. As I reflect on the Garden’s progress during my tenure and look forward to my tenth anniversary at this extraordinary place, I have come to the decision to retire from my full-time role in 2016. I am not moving to a new institution; I take this step because it is the right decision for the Garden and for me. I am helping the Board of Directors identify and recruit the best possible successor, and I will remain in place until the new president and CEO assumes leadership. I am so grateful for the support I have received during my time here—from Garden members to staff, and from volunteers to the Board, the Woman’s Board, the President’s Circle, and the Guild. You have helped to make my work a pleasure. There are so many ways nature and gardening benefit people. Recently, two essays I wrote about gardens, gardening, and mental health were published in Sibbaldia, the journal of botanic garden horticulture from the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. In one essay I describe how growing a thriving garden and balancing the mind requires that we adhere to the same principles: patience, beauty, science, a desire to learn from and give to each other, hard work, respect, and faith. In the second article, I extend this theme by describing how visiting botanic gardens and taking part in their events can improve mental health. What a gift it is to know that through gardens and gardening we have the opportunity to cultivate the power of plants to help sustain and enrich life—our own mental and physical health, and the future of life on Earth. I hope you enjoy this issue of Keep Growing, packed with stories that, as always, reflect the breadth and depth of the Chicago Botanic Garden. We are also fortunate to have a guest essay by Kirk Johnson, Ph.D., a paleobotanist and Sant Director, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. All the best,

Sophia Shaw President and CEO We would like to hear from you! Please direct comments or questions to editor@chicagobotanic.org.

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Winter 2015 Features 2 Letter from the President and CEO Sophia Shaw on her ten years at the Garden 6 Wonderland Express Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this fun-for-all-ages holiday extravaganza 8 The Orchid Show More than 10,000 orchids dazzle in lush indoor displays 10 Winter Events Camp CBG registration, Nature Preschool Open House, and more 14 Looking Ahead and Winter in the Forest Preserves 16 Ribbon-cutting Opens New Plant Nursery Kris Jarantoski also receives horticultural award 18 Alaskan Palms and Time Travel Guest column by Kirk Johnson, Ph.D. 20 Volunteers Honored for Contributions Poet laureate joins group for first time 22 Plants Are Winners in Green Roof Trial Which plants grow best on green roofs 26 Garden Provides New Career Path Kerry Stonacek tells his story 28 The Foundations of Our Forests Gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s soil research provides insight into the mysterious habits of fungi 32 Willows for Winter and All Year-Round 34 Small Space, Big Presence: Spider Island A quiet gem undergoes renovation 36 Ask the Experts Indoor herb gardens and planting Christmas trees 80 This Season in the Garden Winter vistas, historic botanic gardens, and more

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Wonderland Express November 27 – January 3

Wonderland Express is always a fun-for-all-ages holiday extravaganza. With 750,000 twinkling lights, Wonderland Express features a magical model railroad garden in a winter wonderland full of surprises. This year, keep your eyes open for new design features (spoiler alert: how ’bout that Maggie Daley Park skating ribbon and the new Writers Theatre building?), and, of course, the enchanting return of indoor snow (sure, it’s safe to stick out your tongue to catch flakes!). Wonderland Express runs November 27 through December 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and December 18 through January 3, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. 6

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Join the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society for a gala dinner in the festive setting of Wonderland Express. This year’s theme is “a holiday journey to the world’s ancient trees.” For tickets and information, call (847) 835-6833. The All Aboard! gala dinner supports the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Regenstein Foundation Learning Campus, providing educational programs such as Science First to Chicago Public Schools students.

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Hanukkah Concert Sunday, December 6 Kick off Hanukkah with a toe-tapping, finger-snapping good time at this concert by the Maxwell Street Klezmer Band at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Alsdorf Auditorium. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 on the day of the concert; members receive $2 off each ticket.

Holiday Cheers! Tastings Wednesday, December 9 In the bustle of the holiday season, take time to unwind and celebrate with spirit, wine and beer tastings, and Wonderland Express from 6 to 8 p.m. Light fare and beverages by the glass will be available for purchase. Tickets are $30 in advance and $33 at the door; members receive $2 off each ticket. Must be 21 or older to attend.

Christmas Concert Saturday, December 12 Come with bells on and enjoy the music of the season with a holiday concert by the Chicago Brass Band at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 on the day of the concert; members receive $2 off each ticket.

Bring the whole family and post Instagram-worthy photos in an extra-festive atmosphere that will include music, cookies, hot chocolate, and special activities for kids from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Regular ticket fees apply.

Breakfast with Santa Saturday & Sunday, December 19 & 20 Don’t miss the chance to whisper in Santa’s ear before Christmas! Start with a special holiday buffet in Burnstein Hall. Tickets are $35 for adults and $27 for children ages 3 to 12; members receive $5 off each ticket. Seatings are at 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 a.m. Christmas Breakfast with Santa includes parking.

Hot Chocolate with Mrs. Claus Monday, December 21 Cozy up with Mrs. Claus at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. The ticket price includes hot chocolate, cookies, story time with Mrs. Claus, and Wonderland Express. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 at the door; members receive $2 off each ticket. Thanks to the support of Grainger, timed tickets for Wonderland Express are half-price on Tuesdays. Wonderland Express visitors enjoy two-for-one entry when the primary ticket is purchased at the Garden using a Discover card (half-price Tuesdays excluded). Maximum two free tickets per purchase.

Hours and General Admission We’ve extended the Wonderland Express hours this year until 7 p.m., December 18 to January 3, so that you can enjoy the lights and stay for dinner at the Garden View Café. However, please note that there are several days when Wonderland Express closes early: On December 3, 4, 12, and 24, Wonderland Express closes at 3 p.m. (the last ticket is sold at 2 p.m.). It is closed all day on December 25. On all of those days, the Garden grounds are open until 5 p.m. Purchase tickets online at chicagobotanic.org/wonderland or in person at the Visitor Center. Nonmember prices are $12 for adults and $10 for children ages 3 to 12 and seniors ages 62 and up. Members receive $2 off each ticket. Children ages 2 and under are free. Tickets for the special events described above include admission to Wonderland Express.

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Even if Chicago has a cold and dark winter (a pretty sure bet), visitors to the Orchid Show will be greeted with warmth and beauty. Fragrant, lush, and vibrant orchid displays lure visitors to the Chicago Botanic Garden for the Orchid Show from Saturday, February 13, through Sunday, March 13. More than 10,000 blooming orchids from around the world will be found climbing up columns, hanging from virtually every surface, and blooming in the surrounding space in the Greenhouses and Greenhouse Gallery. This year, the orchid displays explore contrasts. Are you curious about orchids that grow in the wild compared with hybrid orchids developed by botanists? What about orchids that thrive in heat or moist conditions versus those that need cooler or drier habitats? Our designers, scientists, and floriculturists have all contributed their expertise to create exhibitions that answer questions we didn’t even know we had. The Orchid Show is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from February 13 through March 13. Regular parking fees apply. Buy tickets at chicagobotanic.org/orchid or at the Visitor Center. Fees are $10 for adults, and $8 for children ages 3 to 12 and seniors ages 62 and up. Members receive $2 off each ticket, and children 2 and under are admitted free. Care for a little live music with your orchids? Come to the Orchid Show on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 10 to 11 a.m. throughout the show, and you will be serenaded in Nichols Hall as you enjoy the magnificent displays. The Orchid Show Marketplace, hosted by the Illinois Orchid Society, will be open every weekend. The Illinois Orchid Society hosts its spring show and sale on March 12 and 13. If you want to learn more about orchids, visit chicagobotanic.org/orchid and consider taking a class on orchids offered through the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Concert With Orchids Thursday, February 18 Enjoy a concert by the Accidentals, an up-and-coming indie band, from 6 to 8 p.m. Cash bar available and viewing of the Orchid Show. The advance price is $15/$18 (member/ nonmember), with day-of prices at $18/$21. Standard parking fees apply.

Members’ Evening Thursday, March 3 Members will enjoy exclusive access, music, light refreshments, and a cash bar from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Regular ticket fees apply.

Evening with Orchids Thursday, March 10 Evening with Orchids, from 6 to 8 p.m., offers members and nonmembers alike the chance to enjoy the exhibition while sipping wine and cocktails. The ticket price includes a tasting glass, tasting guide, and access to the Orchid Show. Participants will receive a wristband for tastings and must be 21 or older to attend. The advance price is $25/$30 (member/nonmember), with day-of prices at $28/$33. Standard parking fees apply.

Post-Orchid Show Sale Thursday, March 17 Wouldn’t one of the Orchid Show stars look great in your house? Stop by and pick up one (or more!) at the PostOrchid Show Sale. Garden Plus members get first choice from 10 a.m. to noon, members may shop from noon to 2 p.m., and the public is welcome from 2 to 4 p.m., while supplies last. Please visit chicagobotanic.org/orchid to watch for sale updates. All sales are final. From January 25 to February 7, access to the Greenhouses and Greenhouse Gallery will be limited as the exhibition is assembled. From February 8 to 12, the Greenhouses and Gallery will be closed. During the Orchid Show, from February 13 through March 13, access to the Greenhouses will only be permitted with a ticket to the Orchid Show.

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The Orchid Show

More than 10,000 Blooming Orchids

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More Winter Events Camp CBG Registration It’s never too early to start thinking about summer! Camp CBG early registration for members of the President’s Circle and the Guild is underway from November 16 through December 6 (telephone only at (847) 835-6801). General online registration begins December 7 at 9 a.m. Children ages 2 to 15 will gain meaningful outdoor, science, and art experiences as they immerse themselves in nature during camp at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Options include weeklong camps, two-week sessions, morning-only camp, afternoon-only camp, or full-day. Before- and after-camp care is also available. chicagobotanic.org/camp

Nature Preschool Open House Thursday, January 14, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Drop in to find out about the new Chicago Botanic Garden Nature Preschool, opening in September 2016! The open house is in the Lakeside Room in the Visitor Center. There is no fee for the open house, and no Garden parking fee if you preregister. chicagobotanic.org/preschool

Windy City Harvest Youth Farm Facilitator Training Saturday, January 30, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Learn from the experts about our thriving youth development program. Join staff from the Garden’s Windy City Harvest Youth Farm for a day focused on youth development in an urban agriculture or school garden setting, and discover what makes such a program successful. This event takes place at the Garden’s Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center. The $50 fee includes lunch and parking; preregistration is required. For more information and to register, please contact Eliza Fournier at efournier@chicagobotanic.org.

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Seed Swap Sunday, February 28, 3 to 5 p.m.

Winter is a great time to think ahead about spring and summer planting. Make it easy on yourself and share and swap extra vegetable, flower, and herb seed packets—along with tips and stories—with other gardeners at this popular annual event. Come with or without seeds to participate in Burnstein Hall on Sunday, February 28, from 3 to 5 p.m. New and seasoned gardeners will enjoy demonstrations on how to start seeds indoors, test germination, and save seeds. Learn which seed varieties are preferred by Garden staff and volunteers. Attend a free lecture (preregistration required) by Craig Lettoullier at 2 p.m. titled “Epic Tomatoes for the Midwest.” chicagobotanic.org/calendar/event/seedswap

Holiday Gifts from the Garden Shop for everyone on your list and support the Chicago Botanic Garden with unique, nature-inspired gifts. Members receive 10 percent off regularly priced items at the Garden Shop; the discount also applies to online purchases, chicagobotanic.org/visit/shop. Also, at Wonderland Express, stop by the Wonderland Express Shop in the Krehbiel Gallery, where handmade holiday wreaths made by Chicago Botanic Garden employees are for sale.

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December Ongoing Rare Book Exhibition: Beatrix Potter: Beloved Children’s Author and Naturalist through Sunday, February 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Tuesdays, December 1 – 15 Wonderland Express Family Drop-in Activities 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; open to ticketed Wonderland Express visitors. chicagobotanic.org/wonderland Saturday & Sunday, December 5 & 6 Weekend Family Class: Joyful Gingerbread 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Sunday, December 6 Wonderland Express Landmark Lectures Family-friendly; 1 and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays & Sundays, December 5 – 13 Wonderland Express Family Drop-in Activities 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; open to ticketed Wonderland Express visitors. chicagobotanic.org/wonderland

November Ongoing Rare Book Exhibition: Beatrix Potter: Beloved Children’s Author and Naturalist Friday, November 13, through Sunday, February 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Sunday, December 6 Free library talk: “Beatrix Potter: Beloved Children’s Author and Naturalist” 2 p.m.

Wonderland Express Friday, November 27 – Thursday, December 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, December 18 – Sunday, January 3, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fee applies; closes at 3 p.m. on December 3, 4, 12, and 24 (last ticket sold at 2 p.m.); closed December 25. chicagobotanic.org/wonderland

Landmark Lectures Saturday, December 5 (family-friendly), 1 and 2:30 p.m. and Tuesday, December 15, 11 a.m.

Wonderland Express Family Drop-In Activities Select dates November 27 to January 3; open to ticketed Wonderland Express visitors.

Holiday Market Sunday, December 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All Aboard! Gala Dinner Friday, December 4, 6:30 to 10 p.m.; call (847) 835-6833 to purchase tickets.

Hanukkah Concert Sunday, December 6, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; ticket required; fee applies.

Saturday, December 12 Scout Seasonal Workshop: Winter Wonders 9:45 a.m. to noon or 12:45 p.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/scout Tuesday, December 15 Wonderland Express Landmark Lectures 11 a.m. Saturday, December 19 Weekend Family Class: Joyful Gingerbread 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Saturday, December 19 – Sunday, January 3 Wonderland Express Family Drop-in Activities 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily; open to ticketed Wonderland Express visitors (note: closes at 3 p.m. on December 3, 4 & 24; closed December 25). chicagobotanic.org/ wonderland Monday, December 21 – Wednesday, December 23 Winter Break Camp 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration for each day required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/winterbreakcamp Monday, December 28 – Wednesday, December 30 Winter Break Camp 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration for each day required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/winterbreakcamp

Holiday Cheers! Tastings Wednesday, December 9, 6 to 8 p.m.; ticket required; fee applies. Christmas Concert Saturday, December 12, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; ticket required; fee applies. Members-Only Night Tuesday, December 15, 5 to 7:30 p.m.; fee applies. Breakfast with Santa Saturday and Sunday, December 19 and 20; seatings at 8:30, 9:30, and 10:30 a.m.; ticket required; fee applies. Hot Chocolate with Mrs. Claus Monday, December 21, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.; ticket required; fee applies.

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Ongoing Rare Book Exhibition: Beatrix Potter: Beloved Children’s Author and Naturalist through Sunday, February 7; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Thursday – Saturday, January 7 – 9 Little Diggers sessions begin 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/littlediggers

Rare Book Exhibition: Orchidology: Orchidaceous Investigations Friday, February 12, through Sunday, May 8, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; until 6:30 p.m. Tuesday; noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

Thursday, January 14 Nature Preschool Open House 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Lakeside Room in the Visitor Center; preregistration encouraged. chicagobotanic.org/preschool

Monday, February 8 – Saturday, February 13 The Greenhouses and Greenhouse Gallery are closed in preparation for the Orchid Show.

Monday, January 18 School Day-Off Camp 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/dayoffcamp Saturday, January 23 Weekend Family Class: Hot Chocolate 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Monday – Sunday, January 25 – February 7 Access to the Greenhouses and Greenhouse Gallery is limited as the Orchid Show is assembled. Sunday, January 31 Weekend Family Class: Hot Chocolate 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms

StoryTime in the Lenhardt Library

Mondays, January 11 through May 23 (except April 18) 10 to 11 a.m. Stories and activities are for children ages 2 to 4, accompanied by a caregiver.

Friday, February 12 School Day-Off Camp 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/dayoffcamp Saturday, February 13 – Sunday, March 13 The Orchid Show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; ticket required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/orchid Saturday, February 13 Scout Seasonal Workshop: Valentine’s Day 9:45 a.m. to noon or 12:45 to 3 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/scout Tuesday, February 16 Tuesday Morning Music with Orchids begins weekly through March 8, 10 a.m. chicagobotanic.org/orchid

Thursday, February 18 Morning Music with Orchids begins weekly through March 10, 10 a.m. Concert: The Accidentals 6 – 8 p.m.; fee applies. Saturday, February 20 Weekend Family Class: Homemade Ice Cream 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Sunday, February 21 Free Library Talk: “Orchidology: Orchidaceous Investigations” 2 p.m. Sunday, February 28 Weekend Family Class: Homemade Ice Cream 9:30 to 11 a.m. or 1 to 2:30 p.m.; preregistration required; fee applies. chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms Seed Swap 3 to 5 p.m.; lecture, 2 p.m.—free but registration is required. chicagobotanic.org/calendar/event/seedswap

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Looking Ahead to 2016 Before you know it, the snowdrops will be pushing up through the snow, and it will be time for spring blooms and outdoor fun. Watch for details about these events in the next issue of Keep Growing and at chicagobotanic.org.

American Flower Show Series Select weekends

Plenty of Winter Action at the Forest Preserves Winter is still a great time to explore nature, and you can shake off your cabin fever in the Forest Preserves of Cook County. Cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are fastgrowing activities—and these low-impact exercise options offer high-impact exposure to the beauty of the forest preserves during the winter months. Sagawau Environmental Learning Center in Lemont offers a Nordic ski program with lessons for all ability levels, nature ski tours, and ski rentals. The Forest Preserves also have ten sledding hills, 22 locations for ice fishing, five locations for snowmobiling, and six locations for ice skating.

Thursday, January 14, and Thursday, April 7

Those who prefer exploring the “great indoors” can experience nature at any of the Forest Preserves’ six Nature Centers for free. Animals native to Cook County can be seen at the nature centers, which include exhibits where families and groups can learn about natural habitats and local ecosystems.

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Visit fpdcc.com/recreation/winter to learn more about our winter activities. See you at the Forest Preserves!

The American Flower Show Series is endowed in honor of Louise Durham Mead and Walter Longworthy Mead.

Nature Preschool Open House

Preview Evening, Thursday, April 14 Show, Friday, April 15 – Sunday, April 17

Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America Seasonal opening: May 7

Garden Chef Series Seasonal opening: May 28

Butterflies & Blooms Seasonal opening: May 28

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Coming September 2016! Registration for 3- and 4-year-olds begins December 7, 2015. Open House | Lakeside Room, Visitor Center January 14, 2016 10 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 p.m.

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Ribbon-Cutting Launches Nursery on Kris Jarantoski Campus Garden’s executive vice president and director receives national award Recognized nationally for his career-long contributions in the field of botanic gardens, Kris Jarantoski has received one of the most distinguished horticultural awards in the United States. In October, Jarantoski was awarded the George Robert White Medal, the highest honor given by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society. Founded in 1829, the Society is dedicated to encouraging the science and practice of horticulture and developing public appreciation of plants and the environment.

Ribbon cutting ceremony, from left: Bob Finke, Congressman Bob Dold, Kris Jarantoski, and Sophia Shaw.

The backbone of every fine botanic garden is its nursery, where plants are grown and tended until ready for public display. Each year, nearly 250,000 plants make their way through the Chicago Botanic Garden’s plant production area, which has aged over the decades. Last August, the Garden joyfully celebrated a ribbon-cutting for an expanded, updated nursery at the heart of the new Kris Jarantoski Campus. The Campus honors the Garden’s executive vice president and director, who joined the Garden in 1977 as the assistant horticulturist and has played an important part in developing each of its 26 distinct gardens. The August 26, 2015, ribbon-cutting, marked a milestone for the Jarantoski Campus, which, when complete, will transform the south end of the Garden into a prime visitor destination and enable the Garden to exceed even its current high standards for horticultural excellence. Additional phases of the Campus will get underway as fundraising proceeds. To support the Kris Jarantoski Campus, an important part of the Garden’s ten-year strategic plan, “Keep Growing,” launched in early 2010, contact Patty Shanahan, associate vice president, development, at (847) 835-6838.

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“The Society’s Honorary Awards program continues a 106year tradition of awarding medals to individuals and organizations for their contributions to excellence in horticulture for the public good,” the Society’s president Katherine K. Macdonald and chairman of the board R. Wayne Mezitt said in a letter to Jarantoski. “We honor you for your distinguished horticulture career promoting the science, art, and appreciation of horticulture and public gardens at the Chicago Botanic Garden.” Jarantoski said he was honored to be included in the company of past award recipients, including Charles Sprague Sargent, the first director of Harvard University’s Arnold Arboretum in Boston, and Jens Jensen, the noted landscape architect who played a leadership role in the creation of the Forest Preserves of Cook County. “The Massachusetts Horticultural Society has made a large impact on American horticulture throughout its venerable history,” Jarantoski said. “I always looked forward to and enjoyed judging their New England Spring Flower Shows in the early 2000s, which set the stage for excellence in horticulture. It’s an incredible honor to receive their highest award.” Recently, Jarantoski has received two other prestigious national awards: the American Public Gardens Association’s Honorary Life Member Award in 2014 for his leadership in the field of public gardens and contribution to the Association, and, from the Scott Arboretum of Swarthmore College, the 2015 Arthur Hoyt Scott Medal and Award for his “outstanding national contribution to the science and art of gardening.”

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Guest Editorial

Guest columnist Kirk Johnson, Ph.D., explains how paleobotany offers a way for people to time travel.

Alaskan Palms and Time Travel

When I walk through a garden, my mind is checking off each plant I see and assigning it an age based on what I have learned from the fossil record. For example, Earth saw its first rose 34 million years ago; its first buttercup, 67 million years ago; and its first palm, 90 million years ago. These numbers are based on the oldest known fossil of each group and since we are finding new fossils all of the time, these numbers will likely get older with new discoveries. It is just my way of keeping track of our green planet. Plants first appeared on land about 450 million years ago. These first colonizers of continents were tiny things, less than an inch tall, and hardly remarkable for anything besides being the first to the party. But the power of photosynthesis is impressive, and the first trees were punching out of the ground about 400 million years ago. At any given time, the vegetation on Earth is composed of the sum of the plants that have evolved minus those that have gone extinct. Both processes have operated over the vast span of time, and a time traveler would be amazed by the variety of ancient gardens that could be visited if such a thing as time travel were possible. Of course, it turns out that time travel is possible. As a paleobotanist with a pickax, I can dig a hole in an outcrop and crack open an ancient world that existed at a specific

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As a paleobotanist, I have always appreciated botanic gardens. I love them for all of the usual reasons, but they are also a chance to travel back into the deep time of Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past and see plants whose lineages have been on the planet for millions of years. place and a specific time. This is irresistible stuff, and I have a very hard time not digging all day, every day. My first visit to the Chicago Botanic Garden occurred last winter when there was snow on the ground and very few leaves to be seen. No matter: bare branches and buds exposed many of my favorite species; the Orchid Show was being assembled indoors; and the lab was abuzz as paleobotanist Patrick Herendeen, Ph.D., was picking apart a 110-million-year-old leaf mat from Mongolia in search of evidence of the evolution of the pine family. Earlier in the year, I had pried a thick slab of sandstone off of a beach in Alaska and exposed a complete frond of a 55-million-year-old palm tree. All of the more than 2,000 living species of palms are adapted to living in places with warm winters. For me to find a palm fossil in Alaska means something very curious had to have happenedâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;a land of warm winters had to have changed to a land of frigid ones. In so many ways, plants are windows into our world. For me, plants allow time travel. They document climate change and open an understanding of the complex story of our planet. A beautiful botanic garden is just the tip of the iceberg. Kirk Johnson, Ph.D., is the Sant Director at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Awards and Honors

Revered Volunteers Held lakeside at the McGinley Pavilion, the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Annual Volunteer Recognition Reception in June honored five individuals for exceptional achievement and several more for milestone years of service. In 2014, 2,000 volunteers contributed a total of 107,000 hours to the Garden. “We are so grateful for our talented and dedicated volunteers,” said Judy Cashen, director of volunteer administration and engagement. “They are truly community role models who support our efforts to make the Chicago Botanic Garden the very best that it can be.”

Poet Laureate Award Each year at the awards ceremony, volunteer Richard Baer writes and delivers a poem. A World War II veteran, he began writing poetry while in the service. At this year’s ceremony, Baer was surprised with an appearance by his two sons, who presented poems of their own in his honor. A volunteer since 2002, he has donated 1,000 hours at the Garden’s Information Desk and special events.

Super Senior Award Russell Zapel began volunteering at the Garden in 1993, working in the William Pullman Plant Evaluation Garden, and he quickly moved on to become a master gardener. As a Plant Information Service representative, he has answered thousands of questions from local gardeners. Zapel has contributed 7,500 hours to the Garden and is appreciated for his precise and broad spectrum of horticultural knowledge, and love of plants, people, and research.

Five-Star Customer Service Award Mark Guth consistently has led as a volunteer role model with dependable, flexible, and reliable service. His 1,000hour volunteer commitment includes leadership of the Garden Greeter volunteer team, welcoming visitors, and training new recruits.

Barbara Whitney Carr Excellence in Leadership Award Bob Ginocchio is appreciated for his innovation and leadership. A volunteer since 2009, his 3,000 hours of service include maintaining the espalier at the Visitor Center entrance and participating in the annual installation of the Wonderland Express exhibition.

Volunteer of the Year A Garden volunteer for more than 20 years, Ellen Horn has avidly contributed her time (2,500 hours!) and talent in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden and with the Living Plant Documentation department. In 2014, she took on the extraordinary task of employing GIS mapping tools to verify and complete Fruit & Vegetable Garden plant maps. Two volunteers were recognized for more than 30 years of service to the Garden. Elaine Bogetz has served for 35 years, contributing nearly 5,000 hours at the Garden with groups from the Chicago Public Schools, in the Model Railroad Garden: Landmarks of America, and at special events. Val Egem and Virginia Rosen were each honored for 30 years of volunteer service. Individuals reaching milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, or 25 years as volunteers were honored with a Forest Preserves of Cook County resolution sponsored by Commissioner Gregg Goslin. Every volunteer also received a dwarf morning glory (Ipomoea Nil ‘Good Morning Pink’) as a token of appreciation.

Get Involved! Discover—and help others discover—a world of wonder and inspiration as a Chicago Botanic Garden volunteer. Visit chicagobotanic.org/volunteer for more information or call Judy Cashen, director of volunteer administration and engagement, at (847) 835-8392. 20 chicagobotanic.org/volunteer

Results (and Surprises) From Our Green Roof Garden Study Visit the roof of the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center, and you’ll find two 8,000square-foot gardens, the testing grounds of a recently completed five-year plant evaluation trial supported by a grant from the Sally Mead Hands Foundation. The trial—the largest of its kind for USDA Zone 5—has revealed which plants grow best on green roofs and how they may provide refuge for pollinating birds and bees. “What we’ve learned by evaluating a list of more than 200 taxa is that there is a good success rate for many of these plants on green roofs and that their diversity supports a dynamic, evolving system,” said Richard Hawke, plant evaluation manager at the Garden. Along with horticulturist Courtney Hughes and a team of interns, volunteers, and seasonal staff, Hawke has helped answer key questions surrounding plant selection and growth: Which plants adapt best to the challenging environmental conditions of a green roof? What growing depth works best? How do plants handle disease and pest problems? What kind of maintenance do they require? The team addressed these questions through careful species inventory, floral color and size assessments, and photo documentation. “At first we were really not sure how it would go,” Hawke said. “This was an interesting part of the discovery: with very minimal care and watering, plants in general thrived on the roof, and in some cases, their progeny were often stronger because they germinated directly into the growing medium. We didn’t expect as much success as we’ve had.”

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9 Top Performers on the Green Roof • Pussytoes (Antennaria dioica) • Dwarf calamint (Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta) • Juniper ‘Viridis’ (Juniperus chinensis var. sargentii ‘Viridis’) • Creeping phlox ‘Emerald Blue’ (Phlox subulata ‘Emerald Blue’) • Creeping phlox ‘Apple Blossom’ (Phlox subulata ‘Apple Blossom’) • Creeping phlox ‘Snowflake’ (Phlox subulata ‘Snowflake’) • Aromatic sumac ‘Gro-Low’ (Rhus aromatica ‘Gro-Low’) • Prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis) • Prairie dropseed ‘Tara’ (Sporobolus heterolepis ‘Tara’)

One of the most significant trial outcomes is the creation of a diverse and extensive list of recommended plants for green roof culture. Of the 216 herbaceous and woody taxa evaluated, 78 taxa received top ratings for their strong performances. Lanceleaf tickseed (Coreopsis lanceolata), prairie Junegrass (Koeleria macrantha), purple prairie clover (Dalea purpurea), prairie dropseed (Sporobolus heterolepis), and arrowleaf violet (Viola sagittata) are among the strongest performers. Top-rated plants consistently displayed good vigor and robust habits, superior ornamental qualities, disease resistance, heat and drought tolerance, and winter hardiness throughout the evaluation period. Many successful taxa grew equally well in two or more of the 4- , 6-, and 8-inch growing depths—another key finding. Green roofs are commonly described by the depth of the growing medium—from shallow “extensive” roofs to deeper “intensive” models. As the growing medium gets deeper, a greater variety of plants can be supported. Yet green roofs have load-bearing limits and maintenance costs, which mean keeping a green roof lightweight and self-sustaining is important. This is where the trial has implications for landscape designers, horticulturists, and green industry professionals: showing what plants can perform well in a shallow growing medium (a mixture of clay and shale, vermiculite, perlite, sand, and organic matter) with little need for irrigation or extensive maintenance. “The ultimate goal is for a green roof to sustain itself. We watered the first two months in 2009, then a few times over the course of the next five years for half an hour at the most. We were happy to see the green roof required very little irrigation and minimal maintenance,” Hawke said. Continued on next page

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Beyond evaluating plant survival and fitness, the trial also identified a broad selection of plants with superb ornamental qualities. The floral shows of leadplant (Amorpha canescens), lesser catmint (Calamintha nepeta ssp. nepeta), lanceleaf tickseed (Coreopsis lanceolata), silky prairie clover (Dalea villosa), cheddar pink (Dianthus gratianopolitanus ‘Firewitch’), and ashy sunflower (Helianthus mollis) are among those that consistently rated highly throughout the trial, according to the report. The size of the Green Roof Garden and number and range of plants evaluated also makes the trial significant. “I don’t like adjectives like first, only, biggest, and best, but it’s a little bit of all of those,” said Hawke. “It’s the only trial of its type in a botanic garden, it’s big at 16,000 square feet, and it’s probably one of the most diverse that I’ve ever seen.” This is not to say the trial has come without obstacles. Heat and drought were challenges not all plants were able to overcome. Powdery mildew, rust, leaf spot, phomopsis blight, aphids, and lace bugs were observed on some plants, and spreading by seed was a common occurrence, requiring routine weeding. Still, by the end of the trial in 2014, 86 percent of the 216 taxa planted between 2009 and 2011 had survived. Of the 41,561 plants planted on both green roofs, 30,568 plants were alive in 2014. Results have been disseminated not only through the Garden’s Plant Evaluation Notes but through popular gardening and horticulture magazines, such as American Nurserymen (amerinursery.com/american-nurseryman/up-on-the-roof/), and the Washington Post. The study represents just one research component of the Garden’s Plant Evaluation Program, which evaluates more than 1,000 taxa annually. The program, dedicated to the scientific study of perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees, is one of the largest and most diverse in the nation. It received the Award for Program Excellence from the American Public Gardens Association in 2008.

About the Green Roof Garden Designed by the landscape architecture firm Oehme, van Sweden & Associates (OvS), the Green Roof Garden, divided into the Ellis Goodman Family Foundation Green Roof Garden South and the Josephine P. & John J. Louis Foundation Green Roof Garden North, displays a variety of North American native plants and exotic plants from around the world. Each roof garden is divided in half, and the first half of each is a display garden showing the best plants for living roofs in the Chicago area. The back half of each roof garden is where the plants are evaluated. The herbaceous plant combinations designed by OvS for the Green Roof Garden offer a succession of ornamental traits that appeal to visitors throughout the seasons. For example, sweeps of interplanted lesser catmint and Russian sage offer appealing contrasts in flower and form, while goldenrod and feather reed grass complement one another as the bright yellow flowers peek through the delicate seedheads of the grass in autumn. Along the way, the Green Roof Garden has become a habitat for more than plants, as a variety of birds—including killdeer, mallards, robins, swallows, hummingbirds, mourning doves, and sparrows—have made themselves at home, along with bees, butterflies, ants, and other insects. These days green roofs can be found across the nation, from Chicago’s City Hall to McCormick Place, from the U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters in Washington, D.C., to the 10acre living roof atop the Ford Rouge plant in Dearborn, Michigan. Their environmental benefits—mitigating storm water runoff, reducing the urban “heat-island” effect created by acres of tarred and paved surfaces, and improving air quality—are broadly recognized in new construction standards and state and federal incentive programs. Green roofs also provide great views and welcome foraging and nesting sites for visiting pollinators.

Learn more Find the detailed study and more at chicagobotanic.org/green_roof. See Richard Hawke’s blog about the trial and download his Plant Evaluation notes at my.chicagobotanic.org/science_conservation/plant_evaluation_green_roofs/. Support for Plant Evaluation Notes is provided in part by the Woman’s Board Endowment for Plant Research and Publication. 24 chicagobotanic.org/green_roof

Education

Garden Provides Path to a New Career Sometimes all it takes is one class to change the trajectory of a life. One class at the Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden led Kerry Stonacek to a new career, an expanded circle of friends, and a new way to channel his unbridled passion for life. At the groundbreaking for the Regenstein Foundation Learning Campus on April 23, 2015, Stonacek was invited to reflect on his educational journey. Following are some of his remarks.

Kerry Stonacek, garden certificate program graduate.

“Six years ago, in the great recession of 2008–9, I found myself in a big predicament: I was suddenly downsized from my longtime career managing finances and employees for a large retailer. What I had was a home with a landscape plan inspired by countless visits to the Chicago Botanic Garden, a growing enthusiasm for garden design based on a few classes I had taken at the Garden, and years of experience in business. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was on the brink of a new career path that would combine my business skills with my passion for plants and people, and lead me to my dream job. “So I made a full commitment to building my plant knowledge and garden design skills through the Regenstein School’s certificate programs. Going back to school after

35 years in the business world? Scary? Yes, but what fun! I took a total of 37 in-depth courses in less than four years covering four separate certificate programs. What I experienced here at the Garden were great class selections, professional instructors who were just downright nice, stellar facilities, and a beautiful outdoor living classroom that doesn’t get any better. As someone who knows the value of money, I understood that my education at the Garden was a really sound investment on many levels.

“That dream job? I am general manager of retail operations at Chalet Nursery and Garden Center in Wilmette. The Regenstein School classes I attended highlighted practical application, and my passion came back full circle to focus on employee development. At Chalet, we are improving the experiences of both our customers and employees at work through training, and we encourage our associates to enhance their knowledge base by taking programs at the Garden. I get the opportunity to engage with new Regenstein School students, and even offer them employment opportunities at Chalet. Meanwhile, I am still friendly with many fellow certificate graduates and instructors. I believe that passion ultimately can win. It has brought me career satisfaction, friendships, and the opportunity to help others make a difference in their lives.”

The Garden’s certificate programs have many success stories. As the Garden looks forward to the opening of the Regenstein Foundation Learning Campus, some adult education classes will have a new location, and the Learning Campus will serve as home base for wellness classes. Take a close look at the website (chicagobotanic.org/education) or the class schedule in the magazine—perhaps you, too, may find a course of study that will change your life! 26 chicagobotanic.org/certificate

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During this International Year of Soils, the Gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s research offers insight

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Our Forests Dry season has arrived in Mexico’s Yucatán peninsula. Less than an hour’s drive south of Cancun, the tropical forest is shifting gears after months of intense rainfall. Miles from the live music and poolside lunches of resort life, colorful birds and perfumed flowers are mingling beneath a canopy of trees. To the north, tourists are stepping out onto boardwalks in crowds of families and friends, bringing financial fuel to the local economy. In the forest, a far less obvious series of arrivals and departures is underway. Groups of microscopic fungi are temporarily appearing at the roots of trees and other plants to deliver a different type of currency. There is much more in this native forest than meets the eye, according to Louise Egerton-Warburton, Ph.D., associate conservation scientist in soil and microbial ecology for the Chicago Botanic Garden. She is researching the mysterious habits and partnerships of mycorrhizal fungi. These helpful organisms live in the roots of almost all plants and assist with the uptake of nitrogen, phosphorus, and water, for example. When the rainfall tapers off in November, she is there to document the action, measuring the diversity of fungi and their physiological responses to the oncoming dry season. Moving through the forested area from a private ranch to a botanic garden to an ecological preserve, she takes a series of soil samples. “There’s really an enormous amount of diversity in this forest that we just don’t know about yet,” said Dr. Egerton-Warburton. Soil, with all of the worms, fungi, and microbes found within it, is a nonrenewable resource. It takes up to 500 years to build an inch of it in a system. Earlier in her career, Egerton-Warburton documented the presence of more than 40 species of fungi through a visual (microscopic) analysis of their spore structure. More re-

cently, with the availability of high-throughput sequencing (also termed Next Generation Sequencing), she has identified more than 160 species. “That’s a big step forward for this particular part of the mycorrhizal communities because up until now we’ve been limited to looking at spores,” she noted. “Now we have a better understanding of the diversity…and it becomes a lot more complex.” After identifying the number of species present in a soil sample from the root of a tree, she looks at the cohort of fungi selected by the tree to help it with key functions. Her research will disclose which fungal species work together, their unique roles, and in some cases, their order of the appearance. “High-throughput sequencing has helped provide a lot of this kind of information and revealed much more diversity than we ever thought was there,” she said. In 2016, she will be among the first to construct and use rain-out shelters to determine how mycorrhizal fungi will respond should climate change bring 50 percent less rainfall in the next 20 years, as predicted. Egerton-Warburton is determined to shed light on the critical role of microbes such as fungi in soil. “People have only just started to discover that there’s all these really interesting levels of diversity in the soil that maybe we should start paying attention to,” she explained, “because they must have some kind of function, especially for plants, trees, possibly animals and human health, and it goes back to ecosystem services.” Those natural processes include cleaning the air we breathe and the water we drink.

Soils are responsible for filtering air, gases (carbon dioxide), and water that later cycle back into our world above ground. Carbon dioxide is one of the most pervasive greenhouse gases contributing to climate change to the point that enhancing soil carbon sequestration has become a major focus of government and private enterprises alike. Carbon dioxide enters the leaves of the plant and is transformed through photosynthesis to sugars. These sugars are shunted Continued on next page chicagobotanic.org 29

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How fungal tissue decomposes in the soil

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fragments. The result was tremendous detail about the to the roots to support root and mycorrhizal fungal growth, fungi and molecules involved, including the chemical both of which contribute to carbon sequestration. While this make-up of the molecules that store carbon. However, they carbon is largely tied up in live roots and their fungi, do not yet know the identity of all those molecules. scientists have not been certain how and where carbon from dead and decaying material is stored. “I just wish that people understood What’s next? “We’d really like to know Egerton-Warburton believes that exwhat those remaining molecules are, amining the roles of fungi provides that soil is living and alive and kicking, where they are stored, and for how clues to this process. and it has a lot of benefits for people. long, because we think that’s what’s Just because we can’t see what’s in giving the soil its carbon sequestration “We’re interested in the carbon potential,” said Egerton-Warburton, sequestration because soils store three it doesn’t mean it’s not there.” who added that there may also times more carbon than anything be a functional connection to the above ground,” she explained. “Maybe — Louise Egerton-Warburton, Ph.D., associate temperature and level of moisture there are other ways we can manage conservation scientist in soil and microbial in the soil, including how the the systems and enhance that capacity ecology at the Chicago Botanic Garden microbes work in wet or dry seasons. in the soil.” Deceased fungi become food for living fungi, which move in an orderly sequence to progressively decompose the material. When the last fungi leave the scene, tiny molecules— each holding a piece of carbon derived from carbon dioxide—remain. These molecules attach to soil particles, where they are stored. Along with collaborators at Northwestern University, Egerton-Warburton is researching the process that leads to this result.

Take a Garden class to learn about soil. Watch for Soil Basics this spring, listed in the next issue of Keep Growing and at chicagobotanic.org/education/adulted.

In what may be the most in-depth chemical analysis to date, her research team, which includes several Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) interns, has meticulously identified the presence and behavior of many fungi and molecules involved in carbon sequestration. To begin, the research team placed packets of fungal tissue in the Dixon Prairie. Next, they retrieved the packets every day for a week. Finally, they passed the remaining contents through the high-throughput sequencing facility to identify the decomposers, and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry, an analysis used to identify chemical

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Variously colored waxy caps (Hygrocybe) collected in the Yucatán.

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Winter Is for Willows Think “willow” and a mental image immediately pops up—a big mental image, a weeping willow. For gardeners, a mental caption may accompany it, too: “Willow…too big for my yard.” Andrew Bell, Ph.D., curator of woody plants at the Chicago Botanic Garden, wants to change both of those perceptions. He’s been building the Garden’s specialty willow collection (one of seven extensive collections that make their homes here) for years, and he’s championing the use of the great variety of smaller, garden-appropriate shrub and dwarf willows in Chicago-area yards. “Think of willows as modern-day dogwoods,” said Dr. Bell. “Not long ago, everyone wanted dogwoods in their yards as a source of red or yellow color in winter. But there are so many options in the Salix genus that willows are actually a more dependable source of winter color than dogwoods.” Yes, there are red- and yellow-stemmed willows to rival those dogwoods. But there are also flaming orange, vivid purple, copper, gold, near-black, gray, white, and even blue willows—all create a stunning contrast against winter’s snowy background. Flame willow (Salix ‘Flame’) is a good example: bright orange and a substantial 10 to 12 feet tall and wide, it’s a focal point in any yard. (There’s a cluster on the outer road, across from Evening Island’s Serpentine Bridge.) Early spring pruning makes that color happen. Cut hard to the ground in March, willows resprout quickly, filling in with thin, graceful branches and foliage. As leaves fall in autumn, those young twigs begin to brighten; by December,

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the show is on, the neighbors are asking about the source of that color, and the stems you cut are filling vases and floral arrangements through March. There’s more to the willow story than color, too. The wide range of sizes, textures, and shapes in the Salix genus is a surprise to many gardeners. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ plantcollections, enter “willow,” and you’ll start to see the variety: there are massive trees, like the familiar golden willows that dot the Crescent Garden’s shoreline, and low, creeping willows like the Alpine willows at the top of the Farwell Landscape Garden. There are curly branched varieties, like Scarlet Curls™ willow; Japanese fantail willows; and pussy willows, beloved for their soft and fuzzy spring catkins. While often silvery-white, catkins of red, yellow, and violet may be found among the Garden’s 97 willow taxa, the Farwell Landscape Garden, for example, has black pussy willow (Salix melanostachys), with dramatic black catkins that stand out from smooth gray bark. Summer and fall foliage varies greatly among the willow cultivars as well: Salix integra ‘Flamingo’ is a dappled willow that sprouts pretty pink foliage in spring; Salix purpurea ‘Nana’ has skinny, blue-green leaves. Most shrub and dwarf willows prefer full sun and moist conditions, just as the giant weeping willows do (site them in the low, damp spots in your yard). Want a willow in your yard? Use the Plant Finder’s location maps and the GardenGuide app to help you locate the best cultivars for your landscape.

Small Space, Big Presence: Spider Island Fifteen years after Spider Island debuted as a quiet counterpoint to the intensity of nearby display gardens, this smallest of the Chicago Botanic Garden’s nine islands can get overlooked despite being in view of the busy Regenstein Center. However, those who have discovered it return again and again to the diminutive gem—and this spring, when a renovation of the island is completed, Spider Island will be even more alluring. The 11,000-square-foot naturalistic island is connected to the Garden’s main island by a low, sharply angled boardwalk whose proximity to the water creates an illusion that Spider Island is bigger than it really is. “It’s like you’re almost walking on water,” said assistant horticulturalist Kathryn Deery, Spider Island’s chief caretaker. The board34 chicagobotanic.org/gardens/spiderisland

walk leads to a stone threshold and gravel path; the path winds between two hillocks and spirals around the island’s far edge, ending at a secluded seating area. The graniteboulder seats offer a vista across the water, which reflects the colors of the sky. “When you’re sitting here you feel enclosed and safe,” said Deery. “It’s tranquil, and that’s what the donors wanted for this island.” The illusion of greater size is the first of Spider Island’s deceptions. Second is its new understory of grasses, ferns, and numerous flowering perennials that may seem to be northeastern Illinois natives of the original palette, but often prove otherwise. “As a curator, I always look for ways to diversify the collection,” said Jacob Burns, curator of herbaceous perennial plants at the Garden. An inventory of perennials several years ago revealed a repetition of what can be found in the McDonald Woods, the Dixon Prairie, and portions of the Garden where native plants are grown. “Replanting Spider Island became a great opportunity to bring in a lot of new taxa,” said Burns. “Even if a plant is the same genus, we tried to choose a different species or cultivar.” Another reason for replanting was to remove an aggressive native goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) that had overtaken the top of the larger hillock. Burns directed the renovation in consultation with Deery; Andrew Bell, Ph.D., curator of woody plants; and renowned landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh, Spider Island’s original designer, who counts its 1999 to 2001

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“When you’re sitting here you feel enclosed and safe.” —Kathryn Deery, assistant horticulturalist

development among his career-favorite projects. His work transformed what was described in one assessment as a nondescript, simply planted island “shaped like a cupcake” into the sanctuary that it remains. “For me, the greatest success of the project is the peaceful feeling it gives of being far away in such a small space,” Van Valkenburgh said. Spider Island’s new understory includes two types of trillium, an Illinois woodland staple, but they are the red Trillium sulcatum and white Trillium simile, both native to Appalachia. On a summertime walk, Burns pointed out Dicentra formosa, a Pacific coast native somewhat similar in appearance to Solomon’s seal, another Illinois native. Many species and cultivars in the island’s new herbaceous layer are to be found nowhere else at the Garden, including Diplazium pycnocarpon, a Midwest and northeastern United States fern that Burns said is nearly impossible to buy commercially. Spider Island’s distinctive birch and serviceberry trees remain, as does its ring of blue flag iris and other shoreline plants that make the land appear to fade into the water. Gone are the European black alders that had grown to outsize their setting and were seeding throughout the Garden’s shorelines; they’ve been replaced with larches and shrubs.

Among the first plants to bloom on Spider Island in spring is the bluebell; among the last in fall is the hairy toad lily. Perennials arranged in loose drifts affect a seamless unity. The flower spectrum ranges from white to red, orange to yellow, and blue to purple. One color you won’t find on Spider Island is pink. “We wanted to make it the one garden that didn’t have pink in it,” Burns explained. The renovation also adds color to the white birch-bark palette of Spider Island’s winter beauty; dogwoods and willows planted along the island’s western edge offer a screen of bright red, yellow, and orange stems that contrast with snow and contain the view within the island, increasing the sense of intimacy. The mystery of its name is explained in Spider Island’s provenance. Spider Island is a gift of Esther Grunsfeld Klatz and Ernest A. (Tony) Grunsfeld III in memory of Sally Grunsfeld, Tony’s late wife. Sally loved all living things and would not harm them, not even a spider. And so, Spider Island awaits, inviting you to disappear into its peaceful interior and reflect on your day at the Garden—whatever the season.

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Ask the Experts Do you have a question for our experts in the Plant Information Service? If so, contact them at plantinfo@chicagobotanic.org or call (847) 835-0972. Q. Can you give me any tips on growing an indoor herb garden? A. Many herbs can be grown indoors during the winter months to provide a much-appreciated fresh addition to meals for the home cook. Herbs such as basil, thyme, sage, and rosemary can be grown successfully. The herbs will need a minimum of five to six hours of sunlight per day, so choose a sunny spot that isn’t too close to a window—temperatures are usually much colder near the glass. Most herbs require good drainage and should never be allowed to sit in water. Allow moderate drying between watering, but take care not to let your herbs wilt. To harvest, use kitchen shears to cut off sprigs of herbs such as rosemary and thyme; for basil and sage, you can remove individual leaves as needed. Learn about growing salads indoors, and try some herbs, too: Growing Salads Indoors is offered at the Garden on November 14 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.; register at chicagobotanic.org/education/adulted. Try the Garden’s Citrus Thyme Chicken recipe: chicagobotanic.org/cafe/recipes/ june_thyme

Q. I’d like to decorate with a living Christmas tree this year and plant it in my yard after the holidays. Can you give me any advice on how to do this? A. Select garden centers sometimes offer containerized Christmas trees during the holidays. If you plan to decorate with a living tree, you will need to determine the area where it will eventually be planted ahead of time so you can dig the hole before the ground freezes. Be careful not to dig the hole too deep, especially since you don’t know the size of the tree’s root ball—once a tree is planted too deep, it is difficult to correct. Additional soil can always be added around the roots of a shallowly planted tree. Containerized trees should not be kept indoors for longer than seven to ten days or they may be unable to re-acclimate to the outdoors. After the holidays, the tree should be moved outdoors and kept in a location that remains above freezing until weather conditions are favorable for planting. You may need to wrap the container with an insulating bubble wrap, burlap, or a similar material to keep the soil mass from freezing. Monitor soil moisture levels and water when necessary.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/plantinfoservice for more Q & As, gardening tips, and conservation topics. You may also bring plant samples to its desk in the Regenstein Center for additional assistance. See chicagobotanic.org/plantinfoservice/preparing_specimens for guidance. 36 chicagobotanic.org/plantinfoservice

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School

An extensive schedule provides a wealth of choices; instruction by Garden staff and experts in their field ensures every class, workshop, or symposium is an exceptional learning experience.

Highlights

Winter Floral Wonders

Backstage Pass: Winter Floral Wonders Saturday, November 21 See page 43

New! Linoleum Block Holiday Card Workshop

Wednesday, December 2 See page 54

Botanical Drawing 1

8 Saturdays, January 9 – February 27 See page 55

Tai Chi

Sustainable Gardener Series

6 Saturdays, January 9 – February 13 See page 47

Garden Design Implementation

9 Wednesdays, January 13 – March 9 & Saturday, March 5 See page 53

Introduction to Oil Painting

Botanical Drawing 1

Glass Jar Terrarium Workshop

6 Saturdays, January 16 – February 20 See page 56

Tai Chi For Beginners

5 Tuesdays, January 19 – February 16 See page 60

New! The Art of Traditional Foods: Fermentation and Bone Broth Thursday, January 21 See page 59

Glass Jar Terrarium Workshop

Wednesday, January 27 See page 44

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Wednesday, February 17 See page 59

Special Engagement with Rick Darke: Re-imagining the Accidental Landscape Thursday, February 18 See page 40 Coping With Deer

New! Backstage Pass: The Orchid Show Friday, February 19 See page 44

New! Coping With Deer Tuesday, February 23 See page 48

New! Botanical Watercolor: Exquisite Orchids Friday - Sunday, February 26 – 28 See page 56 Special Engagement with Rick Darke: Re-imagining the Accidental Landscape

New! Growing Orchids Indoors Friday, February 26 See page 44

Botany 1, Spring Session

5 Mondays & 5 Wednesdays, March 2 – April 11 See page 46

New! Good Vibrations: Sound Healing for Health & Harmony Growing Ornamental Plant Materials

Botany

Wednesday, March 16 See page 59

Growing Ornamental Plant Materials 7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 3 & 2 Saturdays, March 26 and April 23 See page 46

Painting Your Garden with Plants: Sun and Shade Saturday, March 26 See page 52

Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness

Wednesday, May 11 See page 53

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Adult Education: Highlights

Meditation on the Orchid

Backstage Pass: The Orchid Show

Adult Education: Regenstein ProfessionalSchool Programs

Professional Programs Professional development opportunities and inspiration are yours here at the Garden. Landscape design, horticulture, and conservation professionals and others are welcome to attend these outstanding programs.

Podando para Professionales Pruning for Spanish-Speaking Professionals Este repaso de prácticas de podar para jardineros profesionales incluirá técnicas, tiempo, y cómo escoger las mejores herramientas. Debido a que parte de la clase estará afuera se requiere que traigan tijeras y serrucho para practicar. Una discusión de cómo tartar con sus clientes y qué información debe compartir con ellos antes de empezar un trabajo también será incluido. This review of pruning practices will be taught in Spanish. An English description is listed below. Manny Sanchez, grounds foreman, Chicago Botanic Garden $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, November 18, 9 a.m. – noon Annex 2

Pruning for Professionals OPC elective This course is designed as a comprehensive review of basic pruning practices for landscape professionals. The afternoon session consists of demonstrations in the field that illustrate the techniques discussed during the morning session. There will also be a review of pruning tools and equipment care. Please dress for the weather, as the afternoon will be spent outdoors. Lunch is on your own. The School’s CEUs=0.55 Tom Tiddens, plant health care supervisor and certified arborist; Thomas Fritz, plant health care specialist and certified arborist; and Chris Beiser, plant health care specialist and certified arborist, Chicago Botanic Garden $87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, November 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Annex 2

The Planted Landscape, from Concept to Choices

New! Rendering Landscape in Black & White and Color

The specific planted choices and selections within a landscape and garden are informed by the site, program, context, and story. This program will outline, define, and communicate applications of planting design within comprehensive site and landscape design. The session will involve classroom discussion along with physical site landscape tours and observations of planted landscapes. The elements of site and client information, site observation, design process, and comprehension of the planted landscape and gardens are key. Lunch is on your own. ALSA CEUs available.

This is an ideal workshop for landscape designers looking to improve their rendering skills. This class will explore techniques for rendering landscape forms at various sizes; first in black and white and then in color. We will also practice various techniques to create color renderings using colored pencils and pastels. ASLA CEUs available. Bruce Bondy, principal, Bondy Studio $119 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 2 Mondays, February 15 & 22, 6 – 9 p.m. Design Studio

G. M. Pierceall, professor emeritus, Purdue Landscape Architecture $119 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, November 20, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Quick Sketch Drawing for Designers Join Bruce Bondy, architectural illustrator and charrette drawing specialist, for an in-depth exploration of techniques for producing quick design sketch drawings. We will use multiple approaches to create a basis for our sketches: working from photos, SketchUp massing models, self-generated perspectives, and simple 3D (axonometric) forms. It is recommended, but not required, that students have previously taken his Drawing & Visualization Skills for Designers workshop. ALSA CEUs available. Bruce Bondy, principal, Bondy Studio $89 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, December 3, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room

New! Planting Design Reinvention The planted landscape is that growing and evolving element within site and landscape design that is ever changing. Plants establish, grow, and mature; owners change; and needs vary, which influences plantings and their physical compositions. This workshop will look at changing trends in planting design, planting options, and the opportunities to reinvent existing site plantings. Topics will include redoing a residential site landscape, planting layers, planted seasonal sequences, and the mix of native and ornamental species as options in site and landscape design. Lunch is on your own. ASLA CEUs available G.M. Pierceall, professor emeritus, Purdue Landscape Architecture $119 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, January 15, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Rick Darke

Special Engagement with Rick Darke Re-imagining the Accidental Landscape: Cultivating Hope Amid Collisions of Culture and Ecology Accidental landscapes result from the unintentional impact of human culture on regional ecologies. Typically dismissed as ruins, these vibrant, regenerating places are often surprisingly rich in history, functional habitat, and deeply nuanced beauty. Using a global mix of urban and ex-urban wildscapes, parks, and gardens for illustration, Rick Darke will explore a truly conservation-based design approach that goes beyond evocative naturalism, integrating editing techniques and the management of authentic wildness to make a lot from a little. ALSA CEUs available. Rick Darke, landscape ethicist, designer, author, photographer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, February 18, 7 – 9 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

New! The Seven Deadly Hazard Signs of Trees A sure way to add value for your clients is to have a basic understanding of the hazard signs of trees. Even professionals in the green industry are not always aware of the warning signs that trees give us that they need our help and care. When we live and work near trees, it is important to be able to recognize the hazards that could kill us or damage property. Benefit from the combined experience and knowledge of these life-long arborists to learn simply what the Seven Deadly Hazard Signs of Trees™ are and how to prevent them. Gilbert A. Smith, ISA board-certified master arborist, and Lesley Bruce Smith, ISA certified arborist $29 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, February 24, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

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Adult Education: Horticulture Regenstein School

BONSAI WORKSHOPS

WEEKEND GARDENER CLASSES

Soils: Where Are Your Roots?

Bonsai: Beginner – Basics and Fundamentals

Are you a new homeowner baffled by your landscape? Are you a beginning gardener who wants to learn basic horticultural skills? This series answers gardening questions and introduces techniques for gardening success. Each course investigates a different topic related to your own lawn and garden.

One of the secrets to gardening success is an understanding of soils. Join Glenn Grosch for a detailed discussion of soils, including structure, fertilizers, understanding and managing pH, soil amendments, and water management. This course will also highlight proper horticultural techniques for a healthy soil ecosystem.

During this six-week course, discover principles and techniques to appreciate and participate in the art of bonsai. Each session includes a detailed lecture and assistance with design, styling, and wiring. Chris Baker, curator of bonsai, Chicago Botanic Garden $299 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, January 12 – February 16, 6 – 9 p.m. Production Headhouse

BONSAI SPECIALTY CLASSES In this series, we will be covering topics and skills that will lead you from the beauty of displaying trees in winter right up to repotting and refining trees for display in the spring. These hands-on workshops will be interactive, fun, and, of course, educational. Register for both classes at once and save ten percent. All by Chris Baker, curator of bonsai, Chicago Botanic Garden Horticulture Conference Room, Rice Foundation Plant Resource Center

Choosing the Right Container for Your Tree Join us for an in-depth look at different bonsai pot styles, shapes, glazes, and colors, and learn how to select the right pot for your tree. You will see some of the beautiful pots that the Garden has in its collection. Students are encouraged to bring trees they would like to repot and see how different containers look with their trees. $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, February 24, 6 – 9 p.m.

Basic Pruning for Homeowners The best time to prune most trees and shrubs is quickly approaching. Proper pruning is the key to maintaining plant health and the desired form. Learn the basic techniques for dormant winter pruning. Basic pruning principles for trees and shrubs will be reviewed, as will the application of various pruning tools. A portion of the class will consist of outdoor demonstrations, so please dress for the weather. Tom Tiddens, plant health care supervisor and certified arborist, Chicago Botanic Garden $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, December 5, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Annex 2

Introduction to Plant Families We hear a lot about plant families, but are they important? Yes, they are. Knowing something about plant families can help us with plant identification. Plants that belong to the same family share some of the same characteristics, especially floral characteristics. Knowing families can also help us diagnose disease problems, since the same disease may strike several members of the same family. Join Sharon Yiesla and learn about some basic terminology needed for plant identification. Sharon Yiesla, horticulturist, owner, Sharon Yiesla Horticultural Services $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 23, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

Soil Science and Fertilizing Your trees’ health starts below the pot line. This class takes an in-depth look at a multitude of soil components, organic versus chemical fertilizers, mycorrhiza, and root health. Maximizing growth and maintaining tree health is key to creating quality bonsai. March is a great time to repot, so bring a tree in for repotting; soil will be made and provided for the class. $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, March 23, 6 – 9 p.m.

Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 13, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Fruit Trees for the Beginner Tree fruits present a great opportunity to both enhance your landscape and add to your eating pleasure! The discussion will cover selecting varieties, site selection and preparation, and proper planting. Pruning techniques, ongoing maintenance, and pest management will also be discussed. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outside. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 20, 9:30 a.m. – noon Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Starting From Seed Starting plants from seed is both interesting and relatively easy! This course covers all elements of starting both annuals (flowers and vegetables) and perennials from seed. The discussion includes plant selection, containers, planting mixes, watering, heating, lighting and disease control. This is a must for beginners and a good review for the experienced gardener. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 27, 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 1

Welcome to Your Midwest Garden

Orchids for Beginners

If you are new to gardening or new to the Midwest, join us for a discussion on how our climate and the change of seasons can affect your garden. We’ll examine how each season presents gardeners with ongoing challenges (temperature and moisture extremes, soil problems and wind). Then we’ll consider some ways to meet those challenges and have a successful garden.

In this beginner’s course, you will learn how to select easy-to-grow orchids suitable for your home. Basic orchid physiology and general cultural information such as light, temperature, humidity, repotting, and media requirements will discussed. Popular orchid species and cultivars will be reviewed, and local sources for orchids and supplies will be provided. A tour of the Orchid Show is included.

Sharon Yiesla, horticulturist, owner, Sharon Yiesla Horticultural Services $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 30, 10 a.m. – noon Annex 1

Anne Nies, horticulture educator $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, March 6, 9 – 11 a.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

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Horticulture courses help students acquire the information and techniques needed to grow plants and maintain a healthy garden or lawn.

Urban Composting Compost is a valuable soil amendment, and making it provides a great way to recycle abundant yard and food wastes. Even with limited or no yard space, you can produce surprisingly large quantities of your own high-quality compost. Join Bill Shores as he explains the composting process, composting in small urban spaces, containers to build or purchase and using compost, and indoor composting options. Bill Shores, professional grower and garden consultant $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 14, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room

The Orchid and the Pot

Spring Lawn Care for Homeowners

Join us for a discussion of orchid cultural requirements, focusing on the orchid root system and the importance of proper potting. Discover what makes a good potting mix, how to pot for different growing conditions, and how to troubleshoot poor growth, a lack of flowers, and dying leaves. It’s all in the roots! A tour of the Orchid Show is included.

Here’s your chance to learn the basics of lawn care. Using the Garden’s holistic turf management program as a model, Tom Fritz explains how to cultivate a thriving lawn while lessening pesticide use. He’ll cover turf culture, mowing, aerating, watering, fertilizing and weeding, and insect and disease control. Please dress for the weather. A map will be sent.

Anne Nies, horticulture educator $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 12, 10 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Pruning Principles The correct technique for pruning is key to maintaining healthy plants. Tim Johnson will introduce you to the principles of pruning, including proper tool use, techniques for pruning trees and shrubs, and the best time to prune both evergreen and deciduous plants. He will also display a variety of good tools for pruning. Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, March 13, 1 – 3 p.m. Annex 2

Success with Trees and Shrubs Learn all you need to know about growing trees and shrubs and how to be consistently successful in growing all types of woody plants (both deciduous and evergreen). Specific discussion includes matching plants to the site, planting practices, first-year maintenance, and long-term care. This session is of value to all skill levels. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 14, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Tom Fritz, plant health care specialist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 2, 9 – 11 a.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Brambles and Berries for the Beginner Would you love to be able to harvest fresh berries from your own backyard? If so, this class will show you how easy it is to successfully grow berry fruits. You will learn how to choose the best varieties, select and prepare a site, and use proper planting and pruning techniques, as well as understand other maintenance requirements. Dress for the weather, as part of the class will be outside. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 9, 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 3

Hydrangeas Learn all you ever wanted to know about hydrangeas! This program will cover all aspects of successfully growing hydrangeas. A detailed discussion will include hardiness issues and pruning techniques by species, as well as how to manage bloom color—plus you’ll see some great photos of each of the species in full bloom. Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, May 21, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Growing Salads Indoors Learn to grow organic salad greens at home, whether you have garden space or not! Professional gardener Bill Shores, who has grown specialty greens for more than a decade and currently manages chef Rick Bayless’s market garden, will treat participants to a visual feast of microgreens. Then he will demonstrate how to plant the seeds in growing trays, and discuss maintenance and harvesting techniques. Bill Shores, professional grower and garden consultant $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 14, 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Backstage Pass: Winter Floral Wonders In the fall, the Garden’s Greenhouses are brimming with poinsettias and other holiday plants of many hues. Join Tim Pollak to learn about propagation techniques, greenhouse environmental and computer systems, watering and fertilizing equipment, and how the growing space is managed throughout the year. A map will be sent. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 21, 9 – 11 a.m. Meet at Production Greenhouses

Hands-On Gardening: End-of-Season Pruning To cut or not to cut your woody plants? What you cut today affects what the plant will look like and how well it will grow for years to come. After a brief classroom discussion, you will have the opportunity to practice pruning small woody plants. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to get dirty, as most of the class will be spent outside, rain or shine. Dave Cantwell, assistant horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 21, 1 – 3 p.m. Annex 1

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Adult Education: Horticulture

Horticulture

Adult Education: Horticulture Regenstein School

Winter Containers at the Garden

New! Backstage Pass: The Orchid Show

Small Space Food Gardens

Explore the winter containers at the Garden and learn ways to extend your own containers into the winter season. Then prepare a container with fresh-cut evergreen boughs and berried or brightly colored branches. Please bring gloves and pruners.

For one cold winter month only, the Regenstein Center and the Garden’s Greenhouses are filled with more than 10,000 orchids for our annual Orchid Show. Join Wade Wheatley to learn about the various varieties of orchids, watering and growing techniques, and a behind-the-scenes perspective on how the Orchid Show was created. A short tour of the Orchid Show is included in the fee.

Bill Shores will offer an overview of techniques to produce food organically in small urban/suburban spaces. Through photos and garden planting graphics, you will gain an understanding of the process of designing a successful food garden. Topics include efficient use of in-ground space, intensive and succession planting techniques, raised bed gardens, season extension, indoor gardens, and building and maintaining healthy soils.

Heather Sherwood, senior horticulturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, December 2, 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Succulent Wreath Create a living, square wreath of succulent plants for your home. You will fill a wire wreath frame with moss that is completed with succulent cuttings that root in the wreath. This will be a small but full wreath that can be used as a tabletop arrangement or, in the warmer months, as an outdoor decoration for a door or fence. It will last for years, given proper care. Please bring a box to take home your completed wreath. All other materials are included in the fee. Michelle Maestre, container gardener $129 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, December 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Glass Jar Terrarium Workshop Terrariums are back! Learn how to create a glass jar terrarium from start to finish. A glass jar, an assortment of small indoor plants for a variety of light conditions, and all other materials will be provided for you to create your own miniature oasis to enjoy this winter and all year long! Please bring gloves, an apron if desired, and pruning shears. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $75 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, January 27, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Beginning Beekeeping Workshop Join us for this full-day program and learn about the history of beekeeping in North America, the anatomy and physiology of the bees including the caste system, and duties of the honeybees. We will also discuss the impending disaster of the honeybee—Colony Collapse Disorder—and what we can do about it. Lunch is on your own. A map will be sent. Charles and Karen Lorence, owners, Lorence’s Honey Bee Haven $75 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 6, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center

Wade Wheatley, horticulturalist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, February 19, 8:30 – 10 a.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Bill Shores, professional grower and garden consultant $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 5, 1 – 3 p.m. Annex 1

Chronicle of a Vegetable Garden

Exciting Annuals: Getting Ready for Spring!

Experience a full season of a Chicago vegetable garden with the focus on what to do, why, and when. During the session, you will follow a successful home vegetable gardener from plant selection all the way through harvest (and everything in between). Join us for a great opportunity to sharpen existing gardening skills and, perhaps, learn some new ones.

With the recent arrival of seed catalogs in your mailbox, it’s time to get excited about spring! Tim Pollak will show you the hot new plants, what to look for at the garden centers this spring, and highlight the major gardens trends. In addition, we will talk about using annuals in containers, window boxes, and hanging baskets; and what plants do best in shade or full sun. We will also talk about using vegetables with annuals and how they can add color and ornamental value to your garden.

Glenn Grosch, horticulturist and agronomist $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 20, 9:30 a.m. – noon Annex 1

New! Growing Orchids Indoors Learn how easy it is to grow orchids right in your own home! This includes selecting orchids best suited to your growing conditions, how to grow and maintain orchids on windowsills and under artificial lights, how to keep your plants healthy, and how to avoid common mistakes encountered by new growers. This class is great for beginners and those interested in improving their orchid-growing skills. Students are encouraged to bring in their plants from home for questions and discussion. Wade Wheatley, horticulturalist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, February 26, 9:30 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Growing Salads Indoors Learn to grow organic salad greens at home, whether you have garden space or not. Professional gardener Bill Shores, who has grown specialty greens for more than a decade and currently manages chef Rick Bayless’s market garden, will treat participants to a visual feast of microgreens. Then he will demonstrate how to plant the seeds in growing trays, and discuss maintenance and harvesting techniques. Bill Shores, professional grower and garden consultant $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 5, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Annex 1

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Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, March 15, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2

Backstage Pass: Flowering Spring Celebrities The Garden’s production department grows nearly a half-million plants every year. Join Tim Pollak for a behind-the-scenes tour through the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Greenhouses and nursery. Be the first to see which spring annuals will appear in the 2016 annual display beds, hanging baskets, containers, and hanging hayracks. You will also get a preview of some of the indoor displays for the Antiques, Garden & Design Show and glimpse the start of fall mums. A map will be sent. Tim Pollak, outdoor floriculturist, Chicago Botanic Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 9 – 11 a.m. Meet at Production Greenhouses

POULTRY PALOOZA!

As the most popular flavor in the world, truly fine vanilla is at once rich, sweet, and sophisticated, possessing a flavor and fragrance that sends pure joy to the pleasure centers of the brain. Vanilla is warm and complex with a bit of spice or flowery notes. And it is the fruit of two orchid species know as Vanilla planifolia Andrews or Vanilla tahitensis Moore. To the Nielsen family, third-generation owners of Nielsen – Massey Vanillas based in Waukegan, crafting fine vanillas and flavors since 1907 is their ultimate passion. The Nielsen family will talk about the origin of vanilla; growing, harvesting, and curing vanilla beans; varieties around the world; flavor profiles; extraction; and applications.

Join urban chicken consultant Jennifer Murtoff and learn how to raise and enjoy chickens in your backyard!

Beth Nielsen, chief culinary officer, Nielsen – Massey Vanillas $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, March 4, 1 – 2 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Growing a Cook’s Garden If you have a spot in your garden, balcony, or deck that receives more than six hours of direct sunlight, you can grow fresh herbs and vegetables. We’ll cover how to grow the best essential ingredients for your kitchen: tomatoes, onions, peppers, squash, garlic, and leafy greens. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of soil preparation, planting in pots, plant selection, protecting your harvest from pests, extending the crops from spring through fall, and ideas for food preparation.

Adult Education: Horticulture

The Story of Vanilla

Raising Backyard Chickens This class is designed for curious people who are considering raising backyard chickens, as well as for those who already have their own birds and who want to learn more. Come learn about local laws, how to raise chicks, care for adult birds, and keep your neighbors happy. Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 12, noon – 2 p.m. Annex 2

Chicken Coop Basics If you’re getting chicks this spring, you will need to know how to build a safe and comfortable home for them. In this class, you’ll learn about the basic needs of backyard birds (they’re not fussy, really, but there are some things you need to know!). Discover the essential components of a coop, learn what to avoid when choosing construction materials, get important construction tips, and see examples of different coop styles.

Keeping Your Chickens Healthy You’ve made the decision to raise chickens and you understand what they need in a home; now learn what is most important in keeping them healthy. Join us for a detailed discussion of common health issues and how you can treat them. This class addresses chicken physiology, disease transmission and prevention, as well as chicken first aid. Bring your questions. Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 19, 1 – 4 p.m. Annex 2

Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 2, 1 – 3 p.m. Annex 1

Jennifer Murtoff, Home to Roost Urban Chicken Consulting $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 12, 3 – 5 p.m. Annex 2

FOUR SEASONS OF BEAUTY 2016: THE CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN CONTAINER SERIES

Spring Containers at the Garden

Autumn Containers at the Garden

Tour the Garden’s spring containers and collect ideas. Then create a container with plants that can tolerate the varying spring temperatures and a full-sun to partial-shade location. Pansies, forced bulbs, and other spring treasures may be used. A spray of branches gives them a finishing touch. Please bring gloves.

Take a Garden walk to view the Garden’s fall containers. Then create a cool-season mixed container with a variety of plants suitable for a full-sun or partial-shade location. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, decorative foliage, cool-season vegetables, ornamental grasses, a decorative vine, and gourds. Please bring gloves.

$87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, April 19, 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

$87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, September 6, 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Summer Containers at the Garden

Winter Containers at the Garden

Enjoy a tour featuring the summer containers at the Garden. Then prepare a warm-season mixed container suitable for a sun or partial shade location. Your container may include annuals, perennials, herbs, and decorative foliage. Please bring gloves.

$87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, June 14, 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

$87 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, December 6, 10 a.m. – noon or 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

This series of workshops and Garden walks features the diversity and creativity of four seasons of Chicago Botanic Garden container gardens. Each season you will explore the Garden grounds with Tom Weaver and discover an array of striking plants, interesting color and texture combinations, and unique container arrangements. Weaver will then help you create a seasonal container. Register for all four sessions at once and save ten percent. All workshops are taught by Tom Weaver, horticulturist at the Chicago Botanic Garden. All workshops are in Annex 2.

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Adult Education: Horticulture Regenstein School

Horticulture Learn to grow and maintain a healthy garden.

HORTICULTURE CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM

2015 Certificate Programs Graduation The 2015 Certificate Programs graduation will be held Friday, November 13, 2015, in the Linnaeus Room.

Plant Health 1, Winter Session MGC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement Learn to identify, diagnose, treat, and prevent some of the most common diseases, insects, animal pests, and environmental problems encountered by our region’s landscape industry. Topics include Integrated Pest Management (IPM), cultural care, basic entomology and pathology, pesticides and alternatives, and animal management.

Gardening Techniques: Session B

Growing Ornamental Plant Materials

PGL 1, PGL 2, GDC requirement

MGC requirement

Students will be introduced to professional gardening through a combination of lecture and hands-on activities. They will focus on acquiring solid gardening skills, learning about a variety of techniques, and developing the ability to determine best practices. Topics range from general grounds maintenance, winterization, plantings, and other horticultural practices. This is a pre-professional class designed for students entering the green industry.

Learn the basic techniques and some special tips needed for establishing and maintaining a healthy garden in the Midwest. Some of the topics include planting, pruning, water and turf management, weed and pest control, maintenance of new landscapes, and specific methods for growing herbaceous and woody plant groups such as bulbs, ericaceous plants, container plants, and others. Gain hands-on experience in the Garden.

Instructor: Tom Weaver, horticulturalist, Chicago Botanic Garden $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, January 30 – March 5, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. (no class February 13) Annex 2

Tim Johnson, director of horticulture, Chicago Botanic Garden $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 3, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Annex 2 and 2 Saturdays, March 26 & April 23, 9 a.m. – noon Annex 1

Botany 1, Spring Session

Tom Tiddens, plant health care supervisor and certified arborist, Chicago Botanic Garden; and Kathie Hayden, manager, Plant Information Service, Chicago Botanic Garden $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays & 6 Thursdays, January 12 – February 18, 6 – 8 p.m. (snow date February 23) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

OPC, MGC, PGL 1, PGL 2, and GDC requirement

Hardy Bulbs

Why, botanically speaking, is a tomato a fruit? What is the difference between a fern and a moss? Come join us in Botany 1 to learn the answers to these questions and more. In this course we will explore subjects such as the importance of plants to our lives; plant taxonomy and classification; and the life cycles, distinguishing features, diversity, and identification of major groups of plants.

OPC, PGL 1, PGL 2, GDC requirement

Business of Gardening

Ellen Phillips, horticulture educator $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Mondays & 5 Wednesdays, March 2 – April 11, 6:30 – 9 p.m. (the first class is on a Wednesday; no class March 21 or 23) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

OPC and GDC elective As with plants, some businesses take root and remain part of the landscape for many years, while others wither all too quickly. This course will be an overview of the big-picture concepts and the practical considerations of start-ups in horticulture. Topics covered are financials, marketing, contracts, human resources, and financing. Everything begins with a dream and a plan! Enrollment is limited for this course. The School’s CEUs=1.2 Anne Roberts, president, Anne Roberts Gardens, Inc. $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, January 16 – February 27, 10 a.m. – noon (no class February 13) Green Roof Conference Room, Plant Science Center

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Explore the many bulbs that brighten the spring, summer, and fall garden. You will learn to identify more than 60 hardy bulbs, corms, and tubers. Bloom sequences, cultural requirements, and bulb selection will also be discussed. After completing this course, you will have the confidence and knowledge to use a wide variety of bulbs to enhance your clients’ gardens or your own. Jill Selinger, manager, adult education, Chicago Botanic Garden; and William Moss, horticulture educator $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, March 22 – May 10, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (no class April 12) Alsdorf Auditorium Also includes Garden Walks (select one) 6 Thursdays March 24 – May 5, 9 – 11 a.m. (no class April 14) or 6 Saturdays March 26 – May 7, 9 – 11 a.m. (no class April 16) Meet at Visitor Center Optional Study CD $20

Soil

Clematis Up Close

OPC elective

Ever feel overwhelmed by all the information on sustainability? Get familiar with the mindset, background, science, and terminology as it relates to horticulture and beyond. This series includes discussion and information on sustainable features and concepts from rain gardens, composting, and materials reuse to ways to minimize installation or maintenance impact (right plant/right place) and incorporating sustainable elements into your garden and landscape.

Soil is a building block of sustainable gardening. Topics include composting, recycling garden waste, earthworms, beneficial microbes, bioremediation, organic/local compost and soil amendments, and container gardening. The School’s CEUs=0.3

A profusion of showy blossoms makes clematis the undisputed queen of the climbers and an essential vine for every garden. Most gardeners are aware of a handful of the large-flowered clematis, but recent breeding work has greatly increased the number of useful, appealing cultivars. In addition, there are many distinctive, less commonly known small-flowered species and hybrids that extend the flowering season into autumn. Richard Hawke will discuss the identification, culture, and maintenance requirements of many large- and small-flowered clematis, sharing his more than 16 years of experience growing and evaluating this genus. The School’s CEUs=0.3

John Eskandari, horticulture educator, Urbanplantsman LLC Register for all six sessions at once and save! $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount

Introduction to Sustainability OPC elective Learn how environmental, economic, and social sustainability affect the green industry. Discussions will be on the concepts of sustainability and the role horticulture can play in enhancing the sustainable movement. The School’s CEUs=0.3 $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 9, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Water OPC elective Explore water’s role in sustainable horticulture. Topics include drought-tolerant plants, drip irrigation/ xeriscaping, rain gardens, rain barrels, reduced lawn areas, and native plants. The School’s CEUs=0.3 $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 16, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

$74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 23, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Materials and Energy Usage in a Sustainable Landscape OPC elective Learn how to incorporate manual equipment for good health and less environmental impact. Ideas include using fewer 2-cycle engines (mowers, blowers, power shears) to enhance air quality. Discussions will focus on certified sustainably harvested wood, composite materials, recycled materials, solar and wind technology in the garden, supplemental energy sources, and more. The School’s CEUs=0.3

Richard Hawke, manager, plant evaluation, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

$74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 30, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Positive Economic Impacts for Our Landscape OPC elective Learn how sustainable practices can help your wallet with a reduced water bill and less equipment to own. Green roofs extend the life of roofing materials and reduce heating/cooling costs with plants, and the reuse of plants and materials on-site reduces unnecessary expenses. The School’s CEUs=0.3 $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 6, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Social Impacts of Sustainability OPC elective Simple ideas can have big impact. Topics will include the reduced crime in tree-lined areas; cleaner air and reduced stormwater runoff; planted areas filtering waste that enters the soil; reducing groundwater pollution; and community movements for green spaces and habitat development. The School’s CEUs=0.3 $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 13, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Learn about rain gardens, roof gardens, and sustainable techniques.

Soil Basics, Spring Session MGC, PGL 1, PGL 2, GDC requirement Soil is an irreplaceable natural resource that affects plant selection and growth. Learn to maintain healthy soil; use compost, fertilizers, soilless and potting mixes, and other amendments. Discover how water cycles through a garden and affects soils and plants. Course fee includes a professionally analyzed test of your garden soil. Prerequisite: Botany 1. Ellen Phillips, horticulture educator $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Thursdays, March 31 – May 5, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and Saturday, April 23, 1 – 4 p.m. Annex 2

Gardening Techniques: Session C PGL 1, PGL 2, GDC requirement Students will be introduced to professional gardening through a combination of lecture and hands-on activities. Focus is on acquiring solid gardening skills, learning about a variety of techniques, and developing the ability to determine best practices. Topics range from plant selection to the identification and control of weeds and other horticultural practices. Prerequisite: Botany 1. John Eskandari, horticulture educator, Urbanplantsman, LLC $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, March 19 – April 23, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Annex 2

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SUSTAINABLE GARDENER SERIES

Adult Education: Nature Regenstein and Birding School

Nature and Birding The Chicago area contains a wide range of plants and animals living in different types of natural communities, from woodlands to wetlands, from prairies to savannas.

Owl Prowl at Reed-Turner Nature Preserve Join Steve Bailey for a captivating night exploring the mystery of owls at the Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve. He will discuss owl behavior and identification, as well as the places these fascinating birds are most likely to be seen. He may even demonstrate his world-famous barred owl call. After the discussion, Bailey will lead a walk in the woods to look and listen for these enigmatic birds. Please dress for the weather, and bring a flashlight and binoculars. A map will be sent.

Botany 2, Spring Evening Session

Crabapples

PGL 2 and GDC requirement

OPC elective

How do seeds germinate and develop into mature plants? How do plants move water up through their roots to their topmost branches? This course will explore subjects such as the plant cell; anatomy and growth of roots, stems, and leaves; photosynthesis; and the symbiotic association of plant roots with beneficial fungi and bacteria. Prerequisite: Botany 1.

There is a crabapple for nearly every situation imaginable. This course focuses on several different Malus species and numerous cultivars for the Chicago area, including proven performers and the newest introductions. In addition to characteristics such as size, form, flower color, and fruit set, topics will include cultural requirements, pests, diseases, and landscape use. Dress for the weather, as a Garden walk is planned. The School’s CEUs=0.3

Jeffrey Gorra, biologist, X-Bar Diagnostics Systems, Inc. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Mondays & 6 Wednesdays, April 25 – June 6, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (no class May 30) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator, Chicago Botanic Garden $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, May 4, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Design Studio

Best New Annuals for 2016

Small Flowering Trees

OPC elective

OPC, PGL 1, PGL 2, GDC requirement

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 is on what makes each unique and ideal, including morphological characteristics and garden performance. Other topics include cultural requirements, design and combinations, and sources. The School’s CEUs=0.3

Small flowering trees are a critical component of nearly every garden and landscape. This course covers approximately 40 genera and many more species and cultivars that thrive in our region. Identification, cultural information, aesthetic qualities, and landscape uses will be emphasized. After completing this course, you will be able to select appropriate trees to add interest and depth to your garden and landscape projects.

Greg Trabka, new product development manager, Ball Horticultural Company $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Mark Zampardo, Ph.D., horticulture educator, Chicago Botanic Garden $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 7 Tuesdays, May 17 – June 28, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium Also includes Garden Walks (select one) 6 Thursdays, May 19 – June 23, 9 – 11 a.m. or 6 Saturdays, May 21 – June 25, 9 – 11 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center Optional Study CD $20

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Steve Bailey, ornithologist, Illinois Natural History Survey $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday, November 13, 6:30 – 9 p.m. or Friday, February 12, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Reed-Turner Woodland Nature Preserve, Long Grove, IL

Bird Walk: Fall Migration Take a walk in the Garden and learn to identify birds in their sometimes-confusing fall plumage. Earlier bird walks will highlight warblers, vireos, and flycatchers, while later ones will feature ducks, sparrows, and hawks. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one. Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 21, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

New! Coping With Deer Deer have become a serious problem for gardeners across the country. However, there are ways to curtail their hungry ways, without resorting to fences, physical barriers, and routine spraying. Some plants, including tulips, daylilies, and impatiens, are on top of the favorite deer food list, but a host of others are unpalatable to them and mostly left unbrowsed. While it is impossible to name a single deer-proof plant, gardeners should not despair. This illustrated presentation includes tips and tricks, along with a wide range of deer-resistant plants to help you manage your garden deer-free. Ruth Clausen, horticulturalist and garden writer $29 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. – noon Alsdorf Auditorium

Join bird expert Alan Anderson to explore the Garden in its winter glory. Discover our winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Each walk is approximately one to two hours long. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one. Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 27, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

Garden Design With a variety of courses ranging from site analysis and construction to garden art and history, students learn the principles of garden design and how design relates to the environment.

Insights on British Gardens with Marta McDowell Marta McDowell teaches landscape history and horticulture at the New York Botanical Garden and consults for private clients and public gardens. Her book, Beatrix Potter’s Gardening Life, won a 2014 Gold Award from the Garden Writers Association. Join her as she offers interesting insights into British gardens. Register for both at once and receive a ten percent discount.

New! Arcadia in a Nutshell: A Little History of British Gardening The British are known for their green thumbs and have had a long history in horticulture and landscape design. Tudors and Victorians, plant collectors, and glass house builders were all part of the mix. Come learn the A to Z of garden history from this green and pleasant land in an entertaining, informative overview. Marta McDowell, instructor, The New York Botanical Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, December 5, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

New! New Ideas from English Gardens

Spring Bird Walk Join bird expert Alan Anderson to explore the best spots in the Garden for locating late-winter bird residents and the early migrants of spring. Each walk is approximately one to two hours long. Dress for the weather, and bring binoculars and a field guide, if you have one. Alan Anderson, research committee chairman, Chicago Audubon Society $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 7:30 – 9 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

Wake up next year’s beds and borders with new ideas from across the pond. This lecture takes a peek at design techniques and plant combinations from contemporary gardens as different as the Eden Project and Thames Barrier Park. Take inspiration from new designers at the Chelsea Flower Show to the horticulturists responsible for breathing new life into historic gardens such as Great Dixter. Marta McDowell, instructor, The New York Botanical Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, December 5, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room

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Elements of the Garden: Decks As an extension of the house, the deck should have the same level of design detail as your home. In this course, we will explore the design elements of a deck—style, shape, size, scale, and material. We will also look at design options for stairs, rails, benches, and skirts. Although this is not a class on how to build a deck, we will look at the basic construction details and see how design is influenced by how a deck is constructed. Timothy Lally, ASLA, RLA, principal, Timothy Lally Design $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Monday, January 18, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Design Studio

Re-imagining the Accidental Landscape: Cultivating Hope Amid Collisions of Culture and Ecology See page 40 for details. Rick Darke, landscape ethicist, designer, author, photographer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, February 18, 7 – 9 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

New! Essential Perennials: Add Panache to Your Outdoor Space This illustrated talk will focus on using perennials in various parts of the garden, however much space is available. We will talk about perennials for sun and shade, for groundcovers and along walkways, in containers and hanging baskets, and in wild, native plant and rock gardens. We will also take a look at companion bulbs and shrubs that can really light up a garden and make it memorable. Questions of maintenance will also be addressed. Ruth Clausen, horticulturalist and garden writer $29 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Monday, February 22, 7 – 8:30 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

New! American Home Garden Design: 1830 – Present Draw inspiration for your own garden from the history of home garden design! We’ll look at how home garden design has changed since the Midwest was first settled. Learn more about design evolution, the rise of the suburban lawn movement, foundation plantings, cottage gardens, moon gardens and heirloom plants, to name a few. We’ll take the best of these design ideas and examine how they can be used in your own garden, no matter what age or style home you own. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 9, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Chicago Botanic Garden members receive a 20 percent discount on classes. Marta McDowell

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Adult Education: Garden Highlights Design

Winter Bird Walk

Adult Education: Garden Regenstein Design School

PAINTING YOUR GARDEN WITH PLANTS: SUN AND SHADE Register for both sessions at once and save ten percent.

Designing the Sunny Border The well-designed border wears a combination of perennials, annuals, and shrubs that provide three seasons of color and winter interest. This class will discuss how to artfully combine plants with an emphasis on the use of color, texture, and form. Whether you are a new gardener or have an established border that could use updating, this class is for you. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. – noon Linnaeus Room

WEEKEND DESIGNER CLASSES

Backyard Design

If you have always wanted to improve the design of your home landscape, or if you are a new homeowner wondering where to start, this series is a great way to introduce yourself to the basic principles of landscape design. This lecture series, created for novice designers, will take you from basic design theories to site-planning techniques and finally to techniques for implementing a design plan.

Learn how to create an enjoyable backyard space that is both functional and exciting. This course will focus on the design and development of functional and attractive spaces, including dining and entertaining areas (such as decks and patios), children’s play spaces, and outdoor storage and utility areas. Learn how to screen and focus views and create a sense of enclosure for areas where you desire a private space for comfort and security.

Timothy Lally, ASLA, RLA, principal, Timothy Lally Design $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, February 16, 7 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

$166 nonmember; members receive 20% discount

Introduction to Design Principles This workshop introduces and reviews the landscape design process of site analysis, conceptual design, and evaluations, based on such landscape-design principles as balance, symmetry, proportion, scale, and unity. Looking at plant combinations and landscape features, you will learn about color, texture, line, form, and methods of creating garden spaces. Valerie Gerdes Lemme, landscape architect, ASLA $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, February 2, 7 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Front Yard Design

Designing the Shade Garden A garden shaded by trees or buildings is often a challenge for the gardener who is faced with low light levels, tree roots, and soil that is often dry. This class provides solutions and ideas for artful plantings that can help you create effective combinations that consider color, texture, and form. Nina Koziol, garden writer $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, March 26, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

This course will teach you the basics of front yard landscape design. A lecture and slides will demonstrate how proper planting design can change the way you use and view your property. Your front yard design should respond to your home’s architecture as well as be aesthetically pleasing. Topics will include proper plant types and spacing, focusing and screening views, and creating curb appeal. Timothy Lally, ASLA, RLA, principal, Timothy Lally Design $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, February 9, 7 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Foundation Planting Design Do you live in an older home with an outdated foundation planting of overgrown evergreens? Or in a newer home that needs help creating an identity and style? Whether old or new, many homes have foundation plantings that need revamping. Learn the principles of good foundation design and view examples of plants that may work well, reduce maintenance, and provide multi-seasonal interest. Good design will improve the curb appeal of your home, increasing its value. Valerie Gerdes Lemme, landscape architect, ASLA $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, February 23, 7 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

From the Drawing Board to the Border How do you take your plans from the drawing board to creating the garden without being overwhelmed by the amount of work and money? Learn how to develop a shopping list and timeline to phase the work over several seasons. You’ll also receive some useful tips on budgeting, purchasing plants, and working with landscape professionals. Valerie Gerdes Lemme, landscape architect, ASLA $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, March 1, 7 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

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Graphics, Winter Session

Principles of Garden Design, Spring Session

PGL 2 and GDC requirement

Come learn the basic principles of landscape design illustration. This balanced and rewarding class provides an exciting introduction to the basic areas of drawing communication including plans and elevations. Discover how to express your ideas using effective and enriched presentation techniques. Professional time-saving shortcuts, the importance of lettering, and the excitement of color are all also included. Recommended to take concurrently with Introduction to Professional Practice.

Apply knowledge and skills developed in previous design courses toward an in-depth understanding about spatial properties of landscape materials and their application to design principles. Weekly discussions and projects will emphasize the components of three-dimensional spaces and their application to the development of refined concept design plans and construction level drawings. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice.

Marta McDowell, instructor, The New York Botanical Garden $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, December 5, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Timothy Lally, ASLA, RLA, principal, Timothy Lally Design $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Thursdays, January 14 – March 17, 6:30 – 9 p.m. (March 24 snow date) and 2 Saturdays, January 16 & 23, 1 – 3 p.m. Design Studio

Tony Wasemann, ASLA, senior landscape designer, Scott Byron & Co. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Wednesdays, April 20 – June 8, 6:30 – 9 p.m. and 2 Saturdays, April 23 & May 7, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Design Studio

Garden Design Implementation

Business of Gardening

GDC requirement

OPC and GDC elective See page 46 for details

2015 Certificate Programs Graduation The 2015 Certificate Programs graduation will be held Friday, November 13, 2015, in the Linnaeus Room.

New Ideas from English Gardens GDC elective See page 51 for details

You have the design; you have the client; you have the funding—now what? Lectures will focus on the steps necessary to carry a project from a finished design through to a built landscape. Course projects will include the preparation of construction details and documents, technical specifications, and cost estimates. Prerequisites: Graphics, Introduction to Professional Practice, Hardscape Basics, Introduction to Grading and Draining, Principles of Garden Design, and Planting Design. Jodi Mariano, RLA, senior associate, Teska Associates, Inc. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 9 Wednesdays, January 13 – March 9, 6:30 – 9 p.m. (March 16 snow date) and Saturday, March 5, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Anne Roberts, president, Anne Roberts Gardens, Inc. $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, January 16 – February 27, 10 a.m. – noon (no class February 13) Green Roof Conference Room, Plant Science Center

Introduction to Professional Practice PGL 2 and GDC requirement Apply skills learned in Graphics toward a working understanding of the initial phases of a landscape design project. Lectures will focus on the preliminary steps necessary to begin a landscape design project and carry the project through the conceptual design phase, including site measurements, base maps, site analysis, programming, functional use diagrams, conceptual design plans, and preliminary cost estimates. Prerequisite: Graphics (courses can be taken concurrently). Paul Laiblin, design production manager, Scott Byron and Co. $337 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 11 Wednesdays, January 20 – March 30, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Seminar Room, Plant Science Center and 2 Saturdays, February 6 & 20, 1 – 4 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Gardens That Heal: A Prescription for Wellness GDC elective In a healthcare environment, gardens provide a sense of order, safety, and privacy for those coping with illness. During this Healthcare Garden Design Certificate Seminar, industry leaders will present the latest research demonstrating the benefits of healthcare gardens, while providing an introduction to the tools needed to effectively design, manage, and evaluate such gardens. Fee includes morning coffee and lunch. This program is registered with the American Society of Landscape Architects for continuing education credit. Registrations made after Wednesday, May 4, are not eligible for the lunch option. $149 nonmember or $129 before April 6; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, May 11, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

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GARDEN DESIGN CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAMS

Adult Education: Botanical Arts

Botanical Arts

Advanced Frame Loom Weaving

Throughout history, plants and images of plants have been woven into the arts—painting, literature, and photography. The beauty of botanical arts courses is that they encompass a wide variety of topics, from photography to calligraphy, botanical illustration to papermaking. In introductory and higher-level courses, students have the opportunity to express their creative flair while sharing time with others in an enjoyable setting.

In this class, we examine the many possibilities of creating woven forms using a simple frame loom. Students will experiment with the techniques of tapestry and plain-weave, and then explore ways of creating surface, image, and text within a woven form to create independent projects. Students will be exposed to both contemporary and historical artworks and will participate in skill-building demonstrations to broaden their technical skills. Requirements: Beginning Frame Loom Series or consent of the instructor.

Merry, Berry Wreath

Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $749 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 15 Wednesdays, January 6 – April 13, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Design Studio

In this workshop, you will create your own festive holiday wreath. Fresh evergreens will be used as the base and a variety of seasonal berried branches will be added for color and texture. This wreath will be great for your own home or for holiday gift giving. Please bring gloves, pruners, and a box for your finished wreath. The fee includes all other materials. Becky Porter, designer, Victor Hlavacek Florist and Greenhouses, Winnetka, Illinois $89 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, November 18, 1 – 3:30 p.m. or 6:30 – 9 p.m. Annex 2

BOTANICAL ART: “LEARN HOW” SERIES This series of classes is for anyone who has an interest in learning how to draw and paint but feels intimidated merely at the thought. Heeyoung Kim’s step-by-step instruction and guidance will allow you to learn and have fun doing it! Plan to spend the day and register for both sessions at once to receive a ten percent discount.

Learn How to Draw 1 This class is designed for those who have a desire to draw and are convinced they can’t. Learn the fundamental principles of putting pencil to paper by developing a basic pencil-line technique. Understand how to establish shape, form, depth, and dimension, as well as proportions and perspective. This class is also recommended for beginning horticultural students.

New! Linoleum Block Holiday Card Workshop Create beautiful linoleum block botanical cards for the holidays. You will learn how to transfer your drawing to the linoleum, practice cutting the linoleum, and print the cards using stamp pads to create multicolor images. A supply list will be sent. Kathe Stoepel, graphic designer $129 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, December 2, 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Design Studio

Pop-Up Paper Holiday Card Workshop Get ready for the holidays! Create three lovely botanical pop-up cards, each featuring a seasonal favorite: poinsettia, mistletoe, and an evergreen wreath. Beginners are welcome, but some of the structures can be challenging if you are new to paper craft. All tools are supplied.

Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Fridays, January 15 – February 19, 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio

New! Learn How to Paint 1: Transition from Pencil to Paint: Watercolor Pencil Just add a drop of water: Painting watercolor couldn’t be easier. In this beginning stage, students will be able to understand how watercolor media interact on paper in a simple and fun way by using watercolor pencils. Focus will be on analyzing colors, mixing colors on papers, warm and cool color application, and creating realistic form. A supply list will be sent. Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist $312 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Fridays, January 15 – February 19, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Shawn Sheehy, pop-up engineer and author $62 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, December 6, noon – 3:30 p.m. Design Studio

54 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-8261.

Personalized Natural Perfume Workshop Create a personalized natural aroma at this beginner-level workshop while learning about plant origins and distillation. Sample fragrant oils will be provided from around the world, including American clary sage, Egyptian jasmine, French lavender, and Italian bergamot. Choose a unique combination of oils for the instructor to blend into your own signature scent. Fee includes a .25-ounce bottle of custom natural perfume to take home. Jessica Hannah, natural perfumer and interdisciplinary artist, J. Hannah Co. $74 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 16, 10 a.m. – noon Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Formulating Perfumes with Natural Essences Dive deeper into the world of scents in this workshop, where you will learn perfume structures, plant origins, and their historical context. You will blend two unique perfumes during our time together, improving your skills and olfactory recognition as we analyze each blend. Fee includes two .25-ounce vials of custom natural perfume to take home. No preliminary perfuming experience is necessary. Class size is limited to eight. Jessica Hannah, natural perfumer and interdisciplinary artist, J. Hannah Co. $165 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 16, 1 – 5 p.m. Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Rejuvenated Jewelry Inspired by the little treasures you save and love, we will cleverly combine old and new elements to create spectacular jewelry. Bring your special and sentimental keepsakes, single earrings, buttons, charms, chains, family photos, and found objects, and let Bonnie Arkin inspire your creativity. We can create wonderful new designs from vintage treasures. You will learn to solder, wire wrap, and string. Arkin has many examples to share and resources for treasure hunting. A supply list is given at the first class, but you can start collecting treasures now! Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, January 19 – February 23, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Tuesdays, March 1 – April 5, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Adult Education: Highlights Botanical Arts

Advanced Rejuvenated Jewelry This class is for those students who have participated in Rejuvenated Jewelry with Bonnie Arkin and are ready to delve deeper, learn more techniques, and explore many creative ideas. We create spectacular jewelry from vintage broken jewelry, watches, tin, and china. Bring your grandma’s jewelry box and collected treasures! Prerequisite: Rejuvenated Jewelry or consent of the instructor. Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Wednesdays, January 20 – February 24, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Wednesdays, March 2 – April 6, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Mosaic Workshop Discover the joy and beauty of mosaic art in the pique assiette tradition. Pique assiette, or “broken plates,” incorporates a wonderful blending of color, form, and texture. This mosaic folk art can be found in many cultures and is popular today as a way to recycle a favorite piece of china or broken heirloom. Work under the guidance of Bonnie Arkin to complete a unique mosaic from shards of china, ceramic, or glass. A supply list is given at the first class, but you can start collecting dishes now! Bonnie Arkin, artist and designer $149 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Thursdays, January 21 – February 25, 7 – 9 p.m. or 6 Thursdays, March 3 – April 7, 7 – 9 p.m. Annex 1

Beginning Frame Loom Weaving In this class, we examine the many possibilities of creating woven forms using a simple frame loom. Students begin by experimenting with the basic techniques of tapestry and plain-weave, and then explore ways of creating surface, image, and text within a woven form. In addition, the class will discuss the use of these techniques in both contemporary and traditional cultures. Visual presentations, demonstrations, and readings are included. Basic supplies for the beginning project are provided. Open to all levels. Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $249 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Mondays, February 15 – March 14, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Design Studio

Beginning Watercolor Watercolor is a delightfully fun medium! In this class, you’ll learn a variety of watercolor techniques, including washes and how to make a range of textures on paper, plus some color theory to get you started. No prior experience is necessary. A supply list will be sent. Patsy Welch, artist and educator $299 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Thursdays, February 18 – April 7, 1 – 3:30 p.m. Design Studio

Natural Dyes Color Mixing Class Students will learn how to make a range of colors by mixing just six different natural dyes that are both light- and wash-fast. We will begin by reviewing the mordanting process and then learn about the properties of each of these dyes and how to combine them in the dye bath. Students will work with their own materials to create a color book of samples. A supply list will be sent to students two weeks before the beginning of class. Open to all levels. Pamela Feldman, artist and educator $499 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, March 17 – April 7, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

The Story of Vanilla See page 45 for details. Friday, March 4, 1 – 2 p.m.

Willow Furniture Workshop Natural willow furniture is the perfect rustic accent, whether you need a seat for that perfect spot in your garden or a place to repot your houseplants. Join Bim Willow and learn the basic techniques of making bent willow furniture. You will select one project to complete during the workshop when you register; class fee varies depending on project chosen. Projects are large, so bring a vehicle that can accommodate them. Bring a hammer, hand pruners, and work gloves; all other supplies provided. No experience necessary. Please bring a bag lunch, if you wish. Limited space; register early. Bim Willow, furniture maker and author Saturday, April 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

BOTANICAL ARTS CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM Color Pencil Workshop ART elective Whether advanced or novice, you will learn various colored pencil application techniques emphasizing color value and temperature, as well as finishing techniques to refine final work. Drawing skills will be sharpened to allow for your personal expression. You will work from real life. Each student will receive reference handouts, demonstrations, and individual guidance. The School’s CEUs=0.9 Claudia Lane, freelance artist $174 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 3 Saturdays, November 14 – December 5, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. (no class November 28) Design Studio

Botanical Drawing 1 ART requirement Strong drawing is the cornerstone of botanical art. In this class, we will work in pencil, covering the fundamentals of proportions, line, tone, dimensionality, and expression. We will work from live specimens, flowers, seeds, and fruit. Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and The Field Museum $349 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 8 Saturdays, January 9 – February 27, 9 a.m. – noon (no class February 13) Linnaeus Room

Select one of these bent willow projects: Garden bench: $115 One-shelf potting bench/baker’s rack: $249 Sassy Chair: $249 Garden arbor: $329 Members receive 20% discount on all pieces

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Adult Education: Botanical RegensteinArts School

Botanical Drawing 3 ART requirement We will explore different approaches to capture beautiful and accurate botanical detail, frequently using the microscope. We will work primarily in pencil and will experiment with different tools to achieve particular textures and effects. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1 and 2 or equivalent. Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and The Field Museum $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Sundays, January 24 – March 6, 1 – 4 p.m. (no class on February 21) Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Introduction to Oil Painting ART requirement option, expressive track Open to all levels, this class will immerse you in the painting process from day one. Students will learn how to select, compose, and paint based on strong design, values, and colors. This wonderful medium allows for extended manipulation and nuances of interpretation. Thomas Trausch, artist, TWSA master status $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, January 16 – February 20, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Drawing in Carbon Dust ART elective Carbon dust is a beautiful, versatile, and little-known medium that lends itself to both broad, painterly expression and to extremely fine detail. It is appropriate to all botanical subjects as well as to landscapes and still lifes. Working on various paper with a variety of black pigments (applied with both brushes and pencils), we will focus on botanicals to explore many rich possibilities. The School’s CEUs=0.9 Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and The Field Museum $159 nonmember, members receive 20% discount Sunday, January 10, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, January 17, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

New! Botanical Watercolor: Exquisite Orchids ART elective Intricate shape, intense color, elegant line…an orchid has all that charm. Excited by orchid fever and inspired by nineteenth-century orchid painter, Miss Drake, students will be able to create a botanical watercolor painting with old world charm. Instructor will show how to prepare palette for easy and efficient painting to create rich colors of orchids.

Expressive Watercolor

Botanical Drawing 2

ART requirement, expressive track

ART requirement

Explore the fluid beauty of the watercolor medium. Each session will progress to a more controlled “found” finish. There will be a strong emphasis on values and design. Prerequisite: Watercolor 1 or equivalent.

Continue to build your drawing skills with advanced graphite techniques, light and dark media on toned paper, and carbon dust. Prerequisite: Botanical Drawing 1.

Thomas Trausch, artist, TWSA master status $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Saturdays, March 5 – April 23, 1 – 4 p.m. (no class on March 26 & April 16) Design Studio

Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and The Field Museum $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Sundays, March 13 – May 1, 9 a.m. – noon (no class March 27 or April 17) Design Studio

Color Mixing

Colored Pencil Drawing Course

ART requirement

ART elective

Learn to mix accurate, exciting color including the vivid, specific hues of flowers, the bright and subdued greens of leaves, and the deep, subtle colors in shadows. We’ll make charts for permanent reference and then apply this knowledge to paint flowers and leaves from live specimens. We will work in watercolor, but exercises apply to all media.

Start with the fundamentals, then delve into working with dry and wet media of colored pencil. Develop your drawing skills through extensive color exploration of value, intensity, and temperature. Learn dry applications, layering, washes, and color-mixing techniques. Work from real life and nature, not from photographs. Demonstration and explanations are presented at the beginning of each class. Individual guidance and instruction is given to each student. The School’s CEUs=1.8

Marlene Hill Donnelly, scientific illustrator, Chicago Botanic Garden and The Field Museum $287 nonmember, members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, March 15 – April 26, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class April 12) Design Studio

Heeyoung Kim, botanical artist $274 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Friday and Sunday, February 26 and 28, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Saturday, February 27, 1 – 6 p.m. Design Studio

56 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-8261.

Claudia Lane, freelance artist $287 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Mondays, May 2 – June 13, 6 – 9 p.m. (no class May 30) Design Studio

Discover the joy of nature and garden photography with the Garden as your studio! Advance your artistic and technical skills in classes and workshops for students of all levels led by outstanding photography professionals.

New! Capturing the Holiday Lights December nights are perfect for making the Garden’s outdoor holiday lights come alive. Learn how to use your camera to capture these magical displays in this exciting new workshop. We will begin with a review of camera settings and image-framing concepts, then proceed outside to photograph all the festive color in the Heritage Garden, the Esplanade, and the great tree. Back in the studio, we will review and discuss those newly captured images. Learn how to transform your perfect photo into holiday greeting cards. Class limited to digital cameras only. A tripod is very strongly recommended and shutter release will be most helpful. Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount For students who are beginners with digital cameras: Tuesday, December 1, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center For intermediate students: Tuesday, December 8, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

iPhone Photography There are hundreds of photography apps available for iPhones, and many of them have similar features. This class will explore some of the better known apps along with instruction on how to use them for nature photography. We will go over the basics of iPhone photography along with fieldwork for a portion of the class. We will examine the photos taken during class and how they can be enhanced, manipulated, or altered to create a personal statement. iPhones are mandatory. Tobin Fraley, photographer $99 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 2 Thursdays, March 17 & 24, 10 a.m. – noon & Thursday, March 31, 10 – 11 a.m. Design Studio or 2 Saturdays, March 19 & 26, 10 a.m. – noon & Saturday, April 2, 10 – 11 a.m. Design Studio

FOCUS ON PHOTOGRAPHY CERTIFICATE OF MERIT PROGRAM

Winter Sunrise Scenes

Photography Tools & Techniques: Composition

While sunrise offers a dramatic photo opportunity, winter sunrise combined with snow and early morning light presents particular photographic challenges. Learn how to compose and meter for these unique light levels. The Schools CEUs=6 hours

FPC elective During this seminar, students will learn image placement and how lead-lines enter into the composition of an image. Learn how these techniques can be used singly or in combination to create a balanced photograph. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Sunday, November 15, 1 – 4 p.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Photography Tools & Techniques: Selecting and Using the Proper Lens FPC elective During this seminar, students will learn the differences among focal lengths of lenses and how to select the appropriate lens for each particular subject. Other topics include matching the lens to the light level, depth of field, and how to obtain maximum image sharpness, as well as using the hyperfocal length setting with manual focus. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, December 5, 9 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Beginning Digital Photography FPC requirement This course will help beginners and enthusiasts grasp the techniques and principles of photography. Participants will explore the basics of photography, including image composition rules, how the camera works, proper exposure, and the functions of lens aperture and shutter speed. Some minimal photo processing will also be covered. Course requires a digital SLR camera. No previous experience is required Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $225 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Saturdays, January 9 – February 6, 9 a.m. – noon (no class January 23) Design Studio

FPC elective

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 2 Sundays, January 10 & 17, 6 – 9 a.m. Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

Photoshop I FPC requirement option

Adult Education: Photography

Photography

The Chicago Botanic Garden is a spectacular place to take photographs. Make your photographs even better with Adobe Photoshop Elements—a user-friendly photo editor that uses the same concepts as the full version of Photoshop. Learn how to make your images better through the use of selection tools, layers, and smart brushes. Play with some artistic options that can inspire abstractions. Requirements for the course are a laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop CS5 installed and a digital camera. Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Mondays, January 11 – February 1, 2 – 4:30 p.m. Design Studio

Winter Photography FPC elective Winter is one of the best times to photograph gardens and nature. Learning to see the “bones” of a garden will improve your photographic skills in any season. Learn about the adjustments necessary for winter photography in terms of exposure, lighting, and color, as well as practicing good composition skills. Tripods are recommended, but not mandatory. The emphasis will be on producing good images, especially with digital cameras. Dress for the weather. The School’s CEUs=10.5 hours Linda Oyama Bryan, garden photographer $199 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 3 Tuesdays, January 12 – 26, 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Design Studio

Adult Education: Photography

Photography Practice nature photography in the Garden’s 385-acre studio.

Lighting Techniques

Abstracts in Nature – Winter

Photographing Orchids

FPC elective

FPC fundamental course, fine art track

FPC elective

This introduction to artificial lighting includes both manipulating light from continuous sources (hot lights) and working with flash and strobe. Through technical exercises and demonstrations, this class will explore a variety of lighting strategies for still life and botanical arrangements. The class will cover on-camera flash techniques, capturing motion with flash, off-camera syncing, light painting, and more. The School’s CEUs=11 hours

In this advanced class, students will focus on winter abstracts, including water changes, to create fine art photographs. We will capture the Garden as the freeze of winter encroaches on the landscape. Students will learn the program Blurb to design a photography book for presentation of their winter portfolio. Class will include lecture, critique, water photography demonstrations, and practice time in the Garden. The School’s CEUs=12 hours

In conjunction with the Orchid Show, photographer Jack Carlson offers a close-up flower photography class. Learn techniques for macro photography, including tips on focus, lighting, background, and composition. Class includes hands-on shooting sessions at the show before hours, after which we will critique each other’s images. A tripod is highly recommended. If you use a DSLR, bring a flash if you have one. The School’s CEUs=10.5 hours

Robin Carlson, staff photographer, Chicago Botanic Garden $260 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 6 Tuesdays, January 19 – February 23, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Annex 2

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, February 9 – March 1, 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio

Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $199 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 3 Thursdays, February 18 – March 3, 8 – 11:30 a.m. Design Studio

Lightroom 1

Photoshop 2

FPC requirement option

FPC elective

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 is professional-grade processing software designed to help photographers manage and edit their images. In this course, you will learn Lightroom 4 setup, workflow, file management, processing, and image exporting. You’ll also learn to tag, name, size, and sharpen your images. Students will be guided from the shoot and image download through the develop module to the final output of a slideshow set to music. We will create a workflow process that can be used as a standard of organization for the photographer. A personal laptop with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 4 or 5 installed is required, or you may choose to download the 30-day free trial of Lightroom from Adobe’s website on the first day of class.

Take the next step and learn even more about Adobe Photoshop. This more advanced class will further your knowledge of selections and layers, allowing you to do some serious photo enhancement and manipulation. We will tackle some interesting projects such as black and white with color accents, old photo restoration, and abstract art creation. Requirements for the course are a laptop computer with Adobe Photoshop Elements or Adobe Photoshop CS5 installed and a digital camera. Prerequisite: Photoshop 1, or approval of instructor. The School’s CEUs=10 hours

New! Surreal Photography FPC elective This class introduces techniques producing fantastic imagery and effects inspired by Surrealist artists of the 1920s, who sought to release the creative potential of the unconscious mind. Explore the imaginative potential of the botanical with collage, intervention, juxtaposition, and unconventional camera techniques, without the use of Photoshop. The School’s CEUs=10 hours Robin Carlson, staff photographer, Chicago Botanic Garden $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Thursdays, January 21 – February 11, 6:30 – 9 p.m. Annex 2

New! Photography Tips & Techniques: Flash Photography FPC elective Photography is the control of light. Most cameras now have a built-in flash to add light when needed. Learn where, when, and how to brighten a scene with flash. External flash units welcome, but not required. Students should have a working knowledge of their own cameras. The School’s CEUs=3 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $59 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, February 6, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $239 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, February 9 – March 1, 1 – 4 p.m. Design Studio

Intermediate Digital Photography FPC elective Having learned the basics of digital photography in the introductory course, students are ready to move on to more artistic endeavors. Seeing, thinking, and acting are the next steps in learning to identify, then capture, an impressive image. Students will use lead lines, selective manual focus, and appropriate aperture settings to enhance their photos. Prerequisite: Beginning Digital Photography or the consent of the instructor. The School’s CEUs=12 hours Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $225 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Saturdays, February 13 – March 5, 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio

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Iris Allen, freelance photographer and instructor $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Mondays, February 22 – March 14, 2 – 4:30 p.m. Design Studio

Macro Photography in the Greenhouse FPC elective Get away from the winter blues and come explore the Greenhouses. This class will introduce you to a world of detail often not noticed. The succulents, tropical blooms, and Greenhouse color will serve as our natural laboratory. Each class will consist of learning new macro techniques followed by trips into the Greenhouses to practice new skills and artistic elements. Designed for intermediate photographers comfortable with basic photography techniques. Digital SLR, macro lens, and tripod required. The School’s CEUs=12 hours Tobin Fraley, photographer $225 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 4 Tuesdays, March 15 – April 5, 9 a.m. – noon Design Studio

Discover the many possibilities offered at the Chicago Botanic Garden for nurturing and healing the body, mind, and spirit.

Tea and Meditation When we steep tea, we do not drink leaves but the volatile oils extracted from them by water. We drink their essence, their spirit, and the leaves remain. Examine the unique and inherent properties of tea that can foster mindfulness in one’s life. Jordan Scherer and Taylor Cowan, tea industry experts and owners, Spirit Tea $45 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, November 21, 1 – 3 p.m. Linnaeus Room

Natural Home and Beauty Products Workshop DIY Gifts for the Holidays! Are you concerned about the ingredients in your home and beauty products? Making your own products can be simple and fun! In this class you will learn about the benefits of using quality essential oils in your everyday life. Together we will make four products: bath salts, foaming hand soap, sugar scrub, and room-freshening spray. Each participant will make four gift sets, so they will come home with 16 products. These will be perfect to give as hostess gifts, teacher gifts, or to keep. Tamara Mannelly, M.Ed., HHC, certified healing foods specialist and holistic health coach $79 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Tuesday, December 15, 10 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center

New! The Art of Traditional Foods: Fermentation and Bone Broth Before factory farms and processed foods, people ate traditionally prepared nutrient-dense foods, such as sourdough bread, fermented sauerkraut, bone broth, and more. These foods were not only tasty but very nutritious, and the people were relatively free of modern diseases. In this class you will learn how to prepare fermented foods such as sauerkraut, fermented berries, cultured salsa and more; and bone broth, which is full of bioavailable minerals, gelatin, and collagen. Even more importantly, you will hear why you should be consuming these foods. Tamara Mannelly will share tips to get your whole family to enjoy these foods (yes…even the little ones). You will be able to sample some fermented items, and will receive a pint of frozen bone broth to take home. Tamara Mannelly, M.Ed., HHC, certified healing foods specialist and holistic health coach $49 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Thursday, January 21, 10 a.m. – noon Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center *Optional Fermentation Beginner’s Kit $20

Winter Meditation Walk In winter, the Garden is dormant and quiet. If there is snow, it can be beautiful and hushed. Walk and clear your mind in the cold, crisp air. We will meditate while we walk, striving to stay in the present moment in order to practice going with the flow of life, with its ups and downs. This meditation will begin at the Visitor Center and be led by Mary Ann Spina. Men and women welcome. Mary Ann Spina, teacher, writer, and counselor $25 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, January 23, 8 – 10 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

Optimize Your Energy! Your body is designed to heal itself. The stresses of our world constantly interfere with this natural capacity. Optimize your energy by practicing simple energy medicine exercises, pioneered by Donna Eden. Learn to use your innate healing power to increase overall vitality, physical wellness, emotional balance, mental clarity, and a connection to spirit and joy. You will also acquire tools to manage stress, feel calmer under pressure, and protect yourself from people who weaken you emotionally. Dress for comfort. All fitness levels welcome. Devi Stern, Eden Energy Medicine advanced practitioner, Dragonfly Healer $95 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, March 8 – April 5, 10 – 11 a.m. Alsdorf Auditorium

New! Good Vibrations: Sound Healing for Health & Harmony Crystal bowl sounds are an ancient healing art and form of vibrational medicine. Everything vibrates and is organized by waveforms and frequencies. When an organ or system becomes stressed, it loses its original harmony. With relaxation and support, the correct frequency can remind our energy field of its original blueprint, bringing it back to harmony. While the tones create a calm, serene atmosphere, Marian blends her voice with the crystal bowls. As the body begins to resonate with this peaceful vibration, it naturally returns to a balanced state. This two-hour workshop includes a presentation on the history of sound and how it works in the body followed by a sound meditation demonstration. Please bring a mat, a pillow, and a blanket. Marian McNair, MATC, M.F.A. $37 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, March 16, 7 – 9 p.m. Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Sugar Busters

Meditation on the Orchid

Do you crave sweets? You’re not alone. The average American consumes 30 teaspoons of the sweet stuff every day—without even realizing it. Sugar can pack on the pounds, zap your energy, run down your immune system, make you moody, and more. Wouldn’t you love to kick the sugar habit once and for all? Join us for the Sugar Busters workshop and change your life for the better. Tamara Mannelly will show you simple steps and proven strategies to help you understand why you crave sugar (hint: it’s not your fault!) and how you can break sugar’s hold on you. This is a positive and uplifting class where all are welcome.

To experience the true beauty of nature and the power of meditation, join us at the Orchid Show for an exclusive exploration and contemplative experience before the show opens to the public for the day. The orchid is beautiful and complex, a wonderful expression of nature’s creative force. Its shape, its color, and its aroma reflect aspects of our own experience of life. As we contemplate the life cycle of the orchid, we see how our own lives evolve. As we observe the beauty of the orchid, we are inspired to see the abundant beauty in our lives. Join us as we connect to the orchid through gentle movement, breathing exercises, and meditative contemplation. All are welcome. Please bring a yoga mat.

Meditation Walk: The Cycles of Life

Steve Nakon, director, Whole Journey Northwest Yoga $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, February 17, 8 – 9 a.m. Nichols Hall, Regenstein Center

Mary Ann Spina, teacher, writer, and counselor $25 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Saturday, April 30, 8 – 10 a.m. Meet at Visitor Center

Tamara Mannelly, M.Ed., HHC, certified healing foods specialist and holistic health coach $19 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Wednesday, January 20, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Lakeside Room, Visitor Center

Adult Education: Wellness Highlights& Fitness

Wellness & Fitness

What better way to enjoy the seasonal weather and nourish your spirit at the same time than an early morning meditation walk at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Come prepared to relax and renew as we slowly walk around the Great Basin, making four stops for guided meditation. The four life-cycle images we will focus on are creation/birth, growth, pain and loss, and new life. Each image will be linked to our own life experiences, and you will have private time to contemplate, journal, wander, and breathe. This event will take place rain or shine as we can utilize covered spaces if needed.

Adult Education: Wellness Regenstein & Fitness School

TAI CHI CLASSES Tai chi’s fluid movements make the Chicago Botanic Garden an ideal location for classes. People of all ages and physical conditions can learn these movements. Tai chi is best practiced in loose clothing and stocking feet or comfortable flat shoes. On occasion, when weather permits, class will occur outdoors in one of the beautiful areas of the Chicago Botanic Garden. One-time class trial fee: $20.

Tai Chi For Beginners: Sun-Style This course will introduce students to Sun-style tai chi chuan with a few Yang-style concepts as well. Sun-style is the most modern form of tai chi and the movements are very gentle in nature. We will focus on basic principles to improve your balance and relaxation, and also increase your range of motion and reduce stress. This class of gentle movements is recommended for beginners and provides you with a solid foundation for choosing future studies. No previous tai chi experience is required, and all are welcome. Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, January 19 – February 16, 8 – 9 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Tuesdays, March 8 – May 17, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 12) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Tai Chi For Beginners: Yang-Style This course will introduce students to Yang-style tai chi chuan with a few Sun-style concepts as well. Tai chi from the Yang family is a beautiful, slow-moving meditation in motion. We will focus on basic principles to improve your balance and relaxation, and also increase your range of motion and reduce stress. This class of gentle movements is recommended for beginners and provides you with a solid foundation for choosing future studies. No previous tai chi experience is required, and all are welcome. Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Tuesdays, January 19 – February 16, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Tuesdays, March 8 – May 17, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 12) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Tai Chi: Intermediate Sun-Style

Tai Chi: Advanced Sun-Style

Further your study of the Sun form of tai chi. Consistent practice of tai chi helps us to relax from the fast pace of multitasking and recognize the moment at hand. The movements help to reconnect us to mind-body awareness and restore harmony and balance into our daily routines. Tai Chi for Beginners or some tai chi experience is recommended.

This course continues with in-depth study of the Sun-style for students who have completed the intermediate class level and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. In session we will emphasize the ABCs—alignment, breathing, and concentration.

Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Wednesdays, January 20 – February 17, 8 – 9 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Wednesdays, March 9 – May 18, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 13) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Thursdays, January 21 – February 18, 8 – 9 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Thursdays, March 10 – May 19, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 14) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Tai Chi: Advanced Yang-Style

Tai Chi: Intermediate Yang-Style

This course continues with in-depth study of the Yang-style for students who have completed the intermediate class level and feel comfortable advancing. Some qigong exercises, such as the Eight Pieces of Brocade, will also be practiced. In session we will emphasize the ABCs—alignment, breathing, and concentration.

Further your study of the Yang form of tai chi. Consistent practice of tai chi helps us to relax from the fast pace of multitasking and recognize the moment at hand. The movements help to reconnect us to mind-body awareness and restore harmony and balance into our daily routines. Tai Chi for Beginners or some tai chi experience is recommended.

Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Wednesdays, January 20 – February 17, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Wednesdays, March 9 – May 18, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 13) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

Gordon Lock, instructor Winter Mini-Semester: $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 5 Thursdays, January 21 – February 18, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. and Spring Semester: $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount 10 Thursdays, March 10 – May 19, 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. (no class April 14) Burnstein Hall, Regenstein Center

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Yoga Flow Intermediate

Yoga Master Class

Yoga is an ancient practice that unites body, mind, and spirit. For all sessions, wear comfortable clothing (sweats, shorts, or yoga pants) with socks or bare feet. Yoga mats are required. It is also suggested that you bring a towel with you, as well as a sweatshirt for cool-down. All yoga classes last approximately 60 minutes. If your class is scheduled to occur on a holiday date you observe, please speak with the instructor regarding attending a make-up class. One-time class trial fee: $20.

The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind. This is a more exhilarating, challenging Flow series for students who have taken Beginner Flow or have comparable experience.

This class is designed for the student who is looking for a deeper understanding of the principles of movement and alignment. Join us for engaging practices in a welcoming, accepting, and encouraging environment. Be ready to explore your whole body through carefully designed sequences, gaining understanding of movement in more depth and detail. Don’t miss the opportunity to emerge from this experience with a new knowledge set, a deeper understanding of your practice, and a stronger relationship with your essential self. Class size is limited so sign up soon.

Gentle Yoga A series of yoga poses and breathing exercises designed and adapted for a tranquil, relaxing yoga experience. In this course, we will take a gentle, restorative approach to the practice. All students are welcome. Come and enjoy a sense of peace and balance. Steve Nakon and Patricia Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 10 Mondays, January 11 – March 14, 9 – 10 a.m. or 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 10 Mondays, April 4 – June 13, 9 – 10 a.m. or 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (no class April 11) Linnaeus Room

Yoga Flow Beginner The Yoga Flow series combines movement linked to the breath, working the body and engaging the mind. This is a moderately challenging course for students with some yoga experience. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 10 Tuesdays, January 12 – March 15, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 10 Tuesdays, April 5 – June 14, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. (no class April 12) Linnaeus Room

Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 10 Tuesdays, January 12 – March 15, 8 – 9 a.m. or 10 Thursdays, January 14 – March 17, 9 – 10 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 10 Tuesdays, April 5 – June 14, 8 – 9 a.m. (no class April 12) or 10 Thursdays, April 7 – June 16, 9 – 10 a.m. or 6 – 7 p.m. (no class April 14) Linnaeus Room

Gentle Yoga and Meditation All levels of fitness and experience are welcome in this class, which will include meditative movement and contemplative stillness. We will focus on the breath and relieving stress. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 10 Wednesdays, January 13 – March 16, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 10 Wednesdays, April 6 – June 15, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. (no class April 13) Linnaeus Room

Yoga at Ease A yoga experience designed to relax and refresh. Mindful movement and conscious breath combine to reduce stress and boost immunity. Appropriate for beginners and experienced students alike. Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $187 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 10 Wednesdays, January 13 – March 16, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or 7 – 8 p.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 10 Wednesdays, April 6 – June 15, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. or 7 – 8 p.m. (no class April 13) Linnaeus Room

Steve Nakon, Whole Journey $125 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Winter session: 5 Fridays, February 19 – March 18, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room or Spring session: 5 Fridays, May 20 – June 17, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Linnaeus Room

Outdoor Walking Workout The Chicago Botanic Garden’s outdoor environment is a unique alternative to a health club. Walking for fitness outside provides an experience that simply cannot be duplicated indoors. Stimulate your mind and body with fresh air and scenic vistas that change weekly. Build endurance, gain core strength, and improve your balance and stability as you navigate changing terrain. Unwind as you walk your stress away surrounded by nature. Your instructor, Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan, is certified by the American Council on Exercise, trained in Total Body Training Systems, and was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2010. Formerly called Fitness Walks, this class is taught in a fun and friendly environment aimed to strengthen and stretch your muscles by changing pace and adjusting gait, and following a different path each week through beautiful gardens. All fitness levels are welcome. Dress for the weather (class meets rain or shine); wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes. Esther Gutiérrez-Sloan, certified personal trainer and president, SALSArobics, Inc. $94 nonmember; members receive 20% discount Meet at Visitor Center Register for one or more sessions: Session 1 5 Saturdays, May 7 – June 4, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 2 5 Saturdays, June 11 – July 9, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 3 5 Saturdays, July 16 – August 13, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 4 5 Saturdays, August 20 – September 17, 8 – 9 a.m. Session 5 5 Saturdays, September 24 – October 22, 8 – 9 a.m. Wellness programming is generously supported by NorthShore University HealthSystem.

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Adult Education: Wellness & Fitness

YOGA CLASSES

Youth & Family Programs

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden The Garden is committed to welcoming its youngest visitors with activities and programs that inspire. Families will find programs during the day and evening, throughout the week, and throughout the year that invite children to be curious about the natural world. Garden camps, classes, and programs are professionally designed and expertly delivered.

Hands-on, Minds-on, Tastebuds-on Weekend Fun! Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got the cure for winter blues: taste-tempting classes for children ages 4 to 10, along with their favorite adults! Explore the botanical birthplaces of some of your favorite foods. Come learn about (and sample) gingerbread. Dip into the history and culture of hot chocolate. Stretch your imagination, discovering bubble gumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rainforest origins. Work your brain, then freeze it, with an immersive ice cream investigation. On select weekends, 90-minute sessions are offered twice a day (9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.) from December 5 to April 24, in the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Expect loads of family fun and active exploration. Classes are limited to 12 participants, and preregistration (by the Thursday preceding each class) is recommended. Fee for this parent-child program is $24 per child; accompanying adults are free. Parking is included. Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. Visit chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms to register online.

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Little Diggers Learn about flowers, discover animals, experience the changing seasons, and more. These four-class series for children ages 2 to 4 and caregivers meet mornings, once a month. Each program includes group activities, time for free play, and a planting project. Select Thursday, Friday, or Saturday mornings, January through April. Thursdays: 1/7, 2/4, 3/3, 4/7 Fridays: 1/8, 2/5, 3/4, 4/8 Saturdays: 1/9, 2/6, 3/5, 4/9 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. $79 nonmember per child Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. Visit chicagobotanic.org/littlediggers to register or call (847) 835-6801.

Weekend Family Classes Together, adults and children ages 4 – 10 can explore cool things about how plants connect to science, art, history, and culture. Each Saturday or Sunday program includes a variety of hands-on activities and projects, as well as opportunities to bring the Garden home. 9:30 – 11 a.m. or 1 – 2:30 p.m. $24 nonmember per child Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

Joyful Gingerbread Saturday, December 5, Sunday, December 6, or Saturday, December 19 Explore all the different plants and plant parts needed to make gingerbread. Take home a future ginger plant, decorate cookies, and mix up a batch of gingerbread to bake at home. Hot Chocolate Saturday, January 23, or Sunday, January 31 Uncover the story of chili and chocolate—products that come from South American plants. Examine parts of the cacao tree, learn how bitter beans make delicious desserts, and mix up several different kinds of historic chocolate drinks, even an ancient Aztec version. Take home a chocolate mint plant to concoct your own creations. Homemade Ice Cream Saturday, February 20, Sunday, February 28, or Saturday, March 5 Get an up-close look at one of the world’s tiniest seeds from the vanilla orchid, make a batch of ice cream, and pot up a plant that can flavor ice cream. Limit of two children per adult. Gumballs & Superballs Saturday, March 19, Saturday, April 2, or Sunday, April 24 Find out how people use parts of rainforest trees to make chewing gum and rubber. Create your own bouncing ball and flavorful gum to take home. Visit chicagobotanic.org/familyprograms or call (847) 835-6801.

Birthday Parties Celebrate your child’s birthday with a gardenthemed party. Choose from a variety of topics. All parties include educational, hands-on activities led by Garden staff. Every child takes home a plant plus additional items they’ve created. Parties can be scheduled year-round on Saturday or Sunday mornings or afternoons for children turning 4 and up. Garden Plus membership required. *Note: Dates and times are limited during Learning Campus construction. Visit chicagobotanic.org/birthdays or call (847) 835-8275.

Free Family Programs Discovery Backpacks Enliven your family’s Garden visit using tools to identify and observe plants and animals. Check out one of our free Backpacks, available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.

Story Time Stop by the Lenhardt Library on Monday mornings for nature-themed stories and hands-on activities. Geared toward children ages 2 – 5 with a caregiver; no program April 18. Mondays, January 11 – May 23 10 – 11 a.m. Visit chicagobotanic.org/forfamilies.

Multi-generational activites develop social skills during Weekend Family Classes.

Youth & Family

Family Fun

Youth & Family

Scouts Scout Badge Programs Scouts will complete badge requirements with challenging activities. Our wide range of scout programs take children throughout the Garden, and can be scheduled after school on Mondays through Fridays and on Saturdays between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. 90-minute programs (ages 6–8): Deposit of $120 covers 10 Scouts; plus $10 per additional Scout, due on the day of the program. 2-hour programs (ages 9–12): Deposit of $170 covers 10 Scouts; plus $15 per additional Scout, due on the day of the program.

School Day-off Camps Your child might have a day off of school, but it is a day “on” at the Garden! Children in grades K–5 will participate in high-quality learning activities with experienced teachers who use inquiry-based, hands-on activities. Programming connects nature to a variety of themes. including art, cuisine, and conservation. January 18: Presidential Plants February 12: Valentines & Violas 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout or call (847) 835-8239.

$75 nonmember per child per day Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

Scout Seasonal Workshop: Winter Wonders

Visit chicagobotanic.org/dayoffcamp to register or call (847) 835-6801 for more information.

Scouts can discover the magic of nature in winter through hands-on activities that combine art and science. Participants will take a winter wildlife hike through the Garden, and will make a fragrant evergreen swag and a beeswax candle. Please dress for the weather. Adults should plan to stay with their Scouts for the duration of the program. If you are a leader registering a group, at least one adult chaperone for every five Scouts is required. Saturday, December 12 12:45 – 3 p.m. $14 per child Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout/seasonal or call (847) 835-6801.

Scout Seasonal Workshop: Valentine’s Day Join fellow Scouts to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Scouts will create recycled Valentines, make their own paper, visit the Orchid Show, and discover that plants are necessary to make everyone’s favorite sweets. Adults should plan to stay with their Scouts for the duration of the program. At least one adult chaperone for every five Scouts is required. Saturday, February 13 12:45 – 3 p.m. $14 per child Visit chicagobotanic.org/scout/seasonal or call (847) 835-6801.

Children enjoy hands-on fun in programs and camps at the Garden.

School Break Camps

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Winter Break Camp Children in grades K–5 will participate in exciting hands-on indoor and outdoor activities while discovering the Garden in winter. They’ll investigate weather, explore seasonal adaptations of plants and animals, enjoy a visit to our Wonderland Express holiday exhibition (December 29), and dabble in art. December 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Spring Break Camp Children in grades K–5 will participate in high-quality learning activities with experienced teachers who use inquiry-based, hands-on activities. Programming connects nature to a range of themes including art, cuisine, and conservation. This spring, children will dissect and plant seeds, explore fragrant herbs and flowers, search for birds and early spring plants on nature hikes, take a trolley ride around the Garden, create take-home science-themed projects, and much more! March 21 – 25, 2016 March 28 – April 1, 2016 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. $75 nonmember per child per day Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. March 21: Seeds March 22: Signs of Spring March 23: A Visit to the Woods March 24: Greenhouses and Gardens March 25: Bugs and Bubbles March 28: Dirt March 29: Signs of Spring March 30: Birds March 31: Greenhouses and Gardens April 1: Camping Visit chicagobotanic.org/springbreakcamp to register or call (847) 835-6801.

New! Nature Preschool

$75 nonmember per child per day Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

Coming September 2016

December 21: Winter Weather & Animals December 22: A Visit to Japan December 23: Everything Snow! December 28: All About Art December 29: All Aboard the Wonderland Express December 30: Plant Packages

The Garden’s Nature Preschool will delight and engage your 3- or 4-year-old in a world of discovery about the natural world and prepare them for a future of lifelong learning. Registration opens December 7, 2015. Come to a free open house to learn more.

Visit chicagobotanic.org/winterbreakcamp to register or call (847) 835-6801.

Open Houses: Thursday, January 14 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 7 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Contact ahalley@chicagobotanic.org.

Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Camp CBG Camp CBG offers exciting and enriching learning experiences for your child, with programs for children ages 2 to 15 years. All camps incorporate nature exploration, inquiry-based activities, games, hands-on projects, and planting. Choose from weeklong morning, afternoon, and all-day camps from June to August. Visit chicagobotanic.org/camp for complete camp descriptions, fees, and schedule with dates and times (available in early November) and online registration beginning on December 7, 2015, at 9 a.m.

My First Camps

My First Camp Age 2

Camp-n-Play with Lekotek

A smaller version of Camp CBG for little ones with their grown-ups

$43 nonmember per child per week

Ages 3 to 8 plus siblings; parents welcome $250 per family (1-2 children), Garden Plus and National Lekotek members receive a 20 percent discount. Additional siblings may attend any camp for a discounted rate of $168. No additional discounts apply.

Would you like to spend some time learning, exploring, and bonding with your child in an engaging environment? Welcome to My First Camp!

Bloomin’ Garden Strollers

August 15-19, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15-19, 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Ages 6 months – 2 years

Children with special needs or disabilities are invited to discover the sights, smells, and fun at the Garden. Lekotek presents a nature-inspired day camp with activities that foster social interactions, motor skills, and outdoor education. Plant the seeds that will grow in your backyard and in your child’s development.

9:45 – 11:15 a.m. Friday

Visit chicagobotanic.org/camp/plantplay or call (773) 528-5766, extension 407, to register.

$25 nonmember per child per week

For all of you who have said, “I’d love to go to camp!”—this program is for you and your wee one. You and your stroller-aged child will enjoy a brisk walk through the Garden, talk with a Garden expert, get behind-the-scenes information, and finish your morning with activities designed for our smallest visitors. Every week we will explore a new Garden theme. Camp meets in the Visitor Center.

Age

All Abilities Camp

Born on or before September 1, 2014 Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. My First Camp Age 2 Information Camp meets one Tuesday and Thursday from 9 to 10 a.m. or 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

• An adult must accompany each registered child. • To make camp enjoyable and fair to all, do not bring unregistered children, including siblings, to camp. Nursing mothers may call (847) 835-8361 to make arrangements. • Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily.

Art & Music July 19 & 21 Share the joy of creating garden-inspired art with your child. Have fun practicing fine and gross motor skills while developing your child’s appreciation of nature and the arts. Fantastic Foods August 2 & 4 Is your tot interested in helping out in the kitchen, setting the kitchen table, or eating new foods? Discover new foods, prepare a tasty snack, and work on kneading, mixing, grating, and spreading skills.

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Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Green Sprouts

Your little gardener will dig, sow, and harvest with our child-sized tools! Grow those gardening skills by digging in the dirt and helping us create a garden.

$212 nonmember per child per camp

Small Scientists July 12 & 14

Green Sprouts Information

Most children are 4 or 5

Toddlers will explore the world using magnets, water, sand, and the colors of the Garden. Discover textures and smells in nature, practice observation skills, and use scientific tools.

Born on or before September 1, 2013

Age

My First Camp Age 3 $65 nonmember per child per week

Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. My First Camp Age 3 Information Camp meets one Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. or 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. • An adult must accompany each registered child. • To make camp enjoyable and fair to all, do not bring unregistered children, including siblings, to camp. Nursing mothers may call (847) 835-8361 to make arrangements. • Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily.

Art & Music July 18, 20, 22 Preschoolers’ creativity will thrive with nature-inspired art and music activities. Try clay work, movement, music, and interactive storytelling with your little one at the Garden. Fantastic Foods August 1, 3, 5 You and your preschooler will discover the different foods that come from plants. Plant an herb garden, practice slicing, pouring, and chopstick skills, and make a fruit salad. My First Garden July 25, 27, 29 Your little gardener will dig, sow, and harvest with our child-sized tools. Grow those gardening skills by digging in the dirt and helping us create a garden. Small Scientists July 11, 13, 15 Preschoolers will be introduced to the parts of a flower; learn about ants and their body parts; and explore wind, water, and worms through developmentally appropriate activities.

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My First Garden July 26 & 28

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Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

Camps meet Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 3 p.m. • Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily.

Bug Brigade July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon Is your child fascinated by bugs? Children will get up-close and personal with butterflies and bees, learn how their favorite insects see, and make a bug sucker to collect and study insects. Fun with Physics June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Green Sprouts will perform basic physical science experiments and discover the laws that rule the natural world. They’ll explore why items sink or float, discover how magnets work, and learn about static electricity. Garden Expedition June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young ecologists will investigate trees, leaves, prairie plants, and aquatic creatures, discovering all that the natural world of Illinois has to offer. They’ll learn how to preserve these wonders for future generations. Habitat Hunters July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Habitat Hunters will explore the different habitats the Garden has to offer, learn how to track animals, and make a habitat for one of the creatures that live here.

Hidden Treasures June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 10, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will use a map to find their way, create a treasure chest, and dig up a treasure to keep. They’ll also bring home a plant with a hidden treasure to share. Mad Scientists June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon For young explorers who have ever wondered how fireflies glow, why leaves change, whether fish sleep, or just why? They’ll find these answers and many more as they become not-so-mad scientists. Nature Art June 27 – July 1, 9:30 – noon July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Explore all the ways to make art from nature. Green Sprouts will use the sun’s power to make prints and dyes, use clay for sculpture, and become inspired by flowers with watercolor painting. Salad Science June 27 – July 1, 9:30 – noon August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon We eat parts of plants every day. Young food scientists will explore the Garden to discover how foods grow. We’ll discover how plants change the sun’s energy into energy for our bodies, prepare our own snacks, and plant a salad to take home. Sprouting Wizards July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Kids become science wizards as they explore basic chemistry and the properties of solids, liquids, and gases through experimentation. No need to bring magic wands…we’ll make our own. Super Seedlings July 11-15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m Campers will dig, plant, water, weed, and sow in the Garden. Working together, they’ll create a garden, practice seed dissection, and become true gardeners.

$212 nonmember per child per camp

Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. Green Thumbs Information Camps meet Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 3 p.m. • Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily.

Art in the Garden June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 18 – 22, 9:30 – noon August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon Green Thumbs discover different natural artistic styles while they explore the Garden. They’ll sculpt with clay, make plant dyes, and create their own paper. Expert Wizardry July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young wizards will discover the magic of science as they create strange potions and perform unbelievable experiments while learning basic chemistry. No book of spells necessary—we’ll make our own.

Bug lovers, unite! Green Thumbs will search for insect homes, make insect display cases, and create insect-vision glasses to take home. Kinetic Kids June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon Budding physicists will discover cool science tricks, explore the laws of motion, and perform physical science experiments with toys. Plant People July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young horticulturists will explore the fascinating life cycle of plants with plenty of opportunity for scientific discovery, hands-on experiments, and garden cultivation. Treasure Hunt June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Campers will develop map-reading skills, use compasses, and discover how archaeologists excavate sites. They will create a hidden treasure map and find secret plant treasures, too.

Explore Your World June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Wildlife Wanderers July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m.

Curious campers will learn about the natural world through guided exploration and discovery by visiting the many habitats at the Garden. They’ll also learn how to help preserve these habitats.

Junior ecologists will study creatures on the ground, in the air, and in the water. Create a science kit, plant a terrarium, identify trees and animal tracks, and record everything in your journal.

Grossology June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will uncover the science behind “gross” things around and inside them as they explore slimy and smelly natural phenomena. They’ll use their observation skills along with scientific tools. Incredible Edibles June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon Young chefs will explore the Garden with their taste buds and find out how plants turn the sun’s energy into fuel for our bodies. We’ll explore how we eat plant parts every day, harvest food grown in the Growing Garden, make our own tasty snacks, and plant a vegetable garden to take home.

Insect investigation July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon

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Explorers Most children are 8 or 9

3-4

Grades

Most children are 6 or 7

1-2

Grades

Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Green Thumbs

$212 nonmember per child per camp

Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount. Explorers Information Camps meet Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to noon or 12:30 to 3 p.m. • Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily.

Alfresco Art July 18 – 22, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will become artistically inspired by the Garden and try their hand at botanical illustration, sculpture, printmaking, and painting. We’ll explore new techniques each day of this outdoor art program. Botany in the Kitchen June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 15 – 19, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Young chefs will discover how fruits, vegetables, herbs, and nutrients make cooking fascinating. They’ll harvest vegetables and plant an herb garden. Camera Craft June 20 – 24, 12:30 – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – noon Campers will learn the elements of composition and framing snapshots, and practice shooting photos around the Garden. They’ll create a pinhole camera and rediscover the magic of nineteenth-century photography.

Have you ever wondered how dirty, grimy, and grubby you can get working in a garden? Campers see what is in a day’s work at the Garden. Keep our worm bins healthy, learn about the importance of compost, design and plant a garden, and meet a Garden scientist. Forensic Investigators June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 1 – 5, 12:30 – 3 p.m. This year’s all-new mystery will require young CSI team members to try investigative techniques used by the pros to help us get to the bottom of this summer’s hot case. Garden Caching July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – noon July 25 – 29, 12:30 – 3 p.m. A new Garden adventure awaits: Explorers will search for hidden caches using compasses, maps, and GPS as they learn the etiquette of geocaching. They’ll also create a cache for others to find. Konnichiwa Japan June 27 – July 1, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – noon It’s time for immersion in Japanese culture as we explore Sansho-En, learn the art of bonsai, create sushi-inspired snacks, discover the art of calligraphy, and visit the Shoin House. Surviving Outdoors July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – noon August 8 – 12, 12:30 – 3 p.m. Explorers will discover the secrets pioneers used to find water, make a collection of safe and useful plants, create a shelter, and learn about how to predict weather and storms.

Adventurers Most children are 10 to 12

5-7

Grades

Most children are ages 7, 8, or 9

2-4

Grades

Rovers

$868 nonmember per child per camp

$434 nonmember per child per camp

Garden Plus members receive a 20 percent discount.

Rovers Information

Adventurers Information

Camps meet for two weeks from Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Camps meet Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• Dress for the weather. • Pack a water bottle and nut-free snack daily. • Campers must bring a nut-free lunch that does not require refrigeration.

It is a fantastic adventure at Camp CBG in our two-week, full-day camps for kids entering grades 2 to 4! Campers will explore all the Garden has to offer, make new friends, and jump into a fun-filled, outdoor, and educational camp program.

Art July 11 – 15, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Create & Grow June 20 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. July 25 – August 5, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Does your child enjoy the arts? Campers will explore the Garden with art, music, cooking, yoga, and planting activities that encourage creative multimedia expression. Spend two weeks of your summer being inspired by the Garden. Science Explorer July 11 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 8 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Explorers will investigate plant, animal, and human adaptations, while utilizing the scientific process. Ecology, botany, physics plus chemistry equals a whole lot of fun in this exciting two-week camp.

Artists will introduce Adventurers to the use of various media to create their own art. Using the Garden as a backdrop, students will develop their painting, sculpture, and drawing skills. They will explore the use of natural materials and learn various tricks of the trade used by professional artists. Chemistry June 27 – July 1, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 1 – 5, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Who knew chemistry could be so cool? Adventurers will explore the basics of chemistry and chemical reactions. By performing simple experiments, they will develop a basic understanding of acids and bases, fine-tune measurement skills, and understand the importance of accurate data observation and recording. Cuisine July 18 – 22, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. August 8 – 12, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. Calling all aspiring chefs! Campers will discuss menu techniques and preparation; learn principles of cooking with fruits and vegetables; improve basic chopping skills; and learn the importance of kitchen safety, setting a table, plating dishes, and creating a healthy meal. We’ll use our harvest in simple summer recipes—ice cream, pasta, and more. Ecology June 20 – 24, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. July 25 – 29, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. What does an ecologist do at the Garden? Adventurers will discover what scientists do as they explore the Garden’s native Illinois habitats. Campers will conduct studies in our prairie, wetland, and woodland habitats, becoming familiar with native species. They will perform their own surveys, identifications, and field observations.

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Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Dirty Jobs July 11 – 15, 12:30 – 3 p.m. August 15 – 19, 9:30 a.m. – noon

Youth & Family: Camp CBG

Camp Registration and Cancellation Policies Registration Deadline

Registration is open until camps fill or one week prior to the start date of camp. You will receive an automated reply immediately upon completion of your online registration.

Membership

Garden Plus and above members receive a 20 percent discount on all Camp CBG programs. Individual Garden memberships do not qualify for a discount. Your membership must be active at the time of registration to receive the discount. Please call (847) 835-8215 if you would like to upgrade your membership in order to receive the discount. You will need to provide a member ID number at the time of camp registration. Please note that Garden membership is nontransferable.

Age Limits

Please note the age groupings for each camp group. Campers must be entering the listed grade in fall 2016. We regret that we cannot make any exceptions to this policy. Campers in the Green Sprouts group and above must be toilet trained.

Online Emergency Forms

Camp CBG does not require a medical examination to attend camp; however, we ask that you fill out our Online Emergency Form as soon as you complete your online registration. In order for your child to attend camp, we must have a completed health form on file by June 1, 2016. Visit our webpage at chicagobotanic. org/camp to find the form.

Extra-Special Attention

Please let us know on your child’s Online Emergency Form if your child has special needs, including physical, emotional, educational, or medical needs. Advise us of any severe allergies or chronic illness. This includes information regarding food or airborne allergies. If your child will require special accommodations, please call (847) 835-8361 to discuss prior to registering.

Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Camper drop-off and pick-up details will be communicated via e-mail to all registrants by June 1, 2016. Morning drop-off is 9:15 to 9:30 a.m. Morning pick-up is at noon. Afternoon drop-off is 12:15 to 12:30 p.m. Afternoon pick-up is at 3 p.m. Camp groups will leave the drop-off area promptly at 9:30 a.m. for morning camps and 12:30 p.m. for afternoon camps. If a child misses the departure of his or her camp group, it is the responsibility of the caregiver who brings that child to check in, and then escort the camper to his/her camp location for that day.

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Please Do Not Bring to Camp

The Garden is not responsible for any item lost or broken during camp. Please leave the following items at home: personal video game players, cellphones, or any other electronic devices.

Camper Code of Conduct

You will be asked to review the CBG Camper Code of Conduct upon completion of the Online Emergency Form: • Campers will treat their fellow campers, instructors, and volunteers with respect. • Campers will follow directions and stay with their group. Please read and discuss these expectations with your child. In the event that a camper does not follow the Code of Conduct or if his or her behavior endangers other campers or interferes with an instructor’s ability to provide programming, the Camp Manager or camp instructor will inform the parent at pick-up or through a phone call. If a second incident occurs, parents may be asked to withdraw their child from camp. Refunds will not be given for behavior-related withdrawals.

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your child’s Camp CBG registration up to two weeks before the first day of that camp. We are not able to give refunds for cancellations with less than two weeks’ notice. Transfers will be granted up to one week before the start of a camp. A 10 percent administrative handling fee per child per camp will be assessed for all cancellations. To cancel, please call (847) 835-6801. If your child is unable to attend camp due to medical reasons, you may receive a refund (less a 10 percent processing fee) at any time prior to the start of camp by providing a doctor’s note. We are unable to refund for missed days of camp. Camp CBG registration fees are nontransferable. Camps canceled by the Garden because of low enrollment or Garden closure will be automatically fully refunded. The Garden reserves the right to cancel a camp due to low enrollment.

Before- and After-Camp Care

We are happy to offer before- and after-camp care for your camper. The program will be supervised by Camp CBG staff. Activities will include games, art projects, and gardening. Pack an extra snack for your camper for after care. Fees are per week, and cannot be prorated for partial use; no discount for Garden Plus members is available. Comprehensive guidelines, including late fees, are available on the Camp CBG webpage. Grades preK to 7 June 20 – August 19 Morning Care: 7:30 – 9:30 a.m. $50 per week per camper Afternoon Care: 3 – 5:30 p.m. $63 per week per camper

Lunch

Camp CBG offers a supervised lunch period for Green Sprouts, Green Thumbs, and Explorers campers for $10 per child per week. Pack a nut-free lunch for your child that does not require refrigeration, and we will supervise your child during lunch (noon to 12:30 p.m.) and escort your child to his or her afternoon camp.

Leaders in Training

Leaders in Training (LITs), ages 13–15, help prepare camp materials, assist teachers during the day, and learn life skills that will help them in future job searches and college preparation during the two-week program. For an application and further information regarding the LIT program, please contact the camp manager at (847) 835-8361.

July 11-15

July 18-22

July 25-29

August 1-5

August 8-12

August 15-19

9:45 – 11:15 a.m.

Friday Bloomin’ Strollers

NO CAMP

Friday Bloomin’ Strollers

My First Camp

9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

NO CAMP

Small Scientists

Art & Music

My First Garden

Fantastic Foods

NO CAMP

My First Camp

9 – 10 a.m. 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

NO CAMP

Small Scientists

Art & Music

My First Garden

Fantastic Foods

NO CAMP

Green Sprouts

9:30 a.m. – noon

Fun with Physics

Nature Art

NO CAMP

Hidden Treasures

Nature Art

Habitat Hunters

Mad Scientists

Hidden Treasures

Habitat Hunters

Green Sprouts

9:30 a.m. – noon

Garden Expedition

Salad Science

NO CAMP

Super Seedlings

Sprouting Wizards

Garden Expedition

Salad Science

Bug Brigade

Mad Scientists

Green Sprouts

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Hidden Treasures

Mad Scientists

NO CAMP

Habitat Hunters

Bug Brigade

Fun with Physics

Sprouting Wizards

Nature Art

Super Seedlings

Green Thumbs

9:30 a.m. – noon

Explore Your World

Incredible Edibles

NO CAMP

Plant People

Art in the Garden

Explore Your World

Incredible Edibles

Insect Investigation

Grossology

Green Thumbs

9:30 a.m. – noon

Treasure Hunt

Grossology

NO CAMP

Wildlife Wanderers

Insect Investigation

Kinetic Kids

Expert Wizardry

Art in the Garden

Plant People

Green Thumbs

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Kinetic Kids

Art in the Garden

NO CAMP

Treasure Hunt

Expert Wizardry

Wildlife Wanderers

Grossology

Treasure Hunt

Wildlife Wanderers

Rovers

My First Camp

July 4-8

Explorers

Jk-K 1-2 2-4

3-4 5-7

June 27July 1

Adventurers

3 2

6 mos to 2 yrs

Age Age Age Grades Grades Grades

Grades

June 20-24

Programs

Grades

Youth & Family

Camp CBG Schedule

FULL-DAY TWO-WEEK 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Create & Grow

NO CAMP

9:30 a.m. – noon

Forensic Botany in Investigators the Kitchen

NO CAMP

Garden Caching

Surviving Outdoors

Camera Craft

Alfresco Art

Konnichiwa Japan

Dirty Jobs

Science Explorer

Create & Grow

Science Explorer

12:30 – 3 p.m.

Camera Craft

Konnichiwa Japan

NO CAMP

Dirty Jobs

Alfresco Art

Garden Caching

Forensic Investigators

Surviving Outdoors

Botany in the Kitchen

9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Ecology

Chemistry

NO CAMP

Art

Cuisine

Ecology

Chemistry

Cuisine

Art

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Teacher & Student Programs

Joseph Regenstein, Jr. School of the Chicago Botanic Garden A caterpillar transforms into a chrysalis before emerging as a butterfly. This will be our education department as our learning campus is transformed into a new, vibrant center of nature discovery. The same standards-based programs will continue during construction but in alternate locations. We hope you will like the temporary change in scenery and join us in anticipating the beautiful new Regenstein Foundation Learning Campus in 2016.

STEM Learning (with real stems!) Delivered Right to Your Classroom Do you yearn to enrich your science curriculum but shudder at the thought of bundling dozens of students in boots, hats, and mittens for a winter outing, coordinating bus service, and braving the elements? Let us deliver your field trip right to your classroom! Our Traveling Plant Science Teacher program brings our hands-on science learning expertise to you. We take care of everything: all the supplies, including plants and soil. Each one-hour session for grades K â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 is offered at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays from January 11 to February 12. Programs include Surprising Seeds, Garden Groceries, Terrific Trees, and Flower Lab, and each invites students to pot and take home their own plant. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education comes to life at the Garden. The Traveling Plant Science Teacher program supports the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) life science performance expectations. Visit chicagobotanic.org/fieldtrips/outreach

In your classroom or ours, plants support next-generation science standards.

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We invite you to increase your understanding of plants and nature, build your repertoire of teaching techniques, and enliven your grades preK – 12 classrooms, while earning professional development and graduate credit. Visit chicagobotanic.org/ teacherprograms for more detailed program descriptions and to register for classes.

One-Day Workshops These workshops emphasize topics and teaching methods that support curriculum standards.

Winter Explorations for Early Childhood It might be cold outside, but it is still a great time to get young children out and exploring nature. So much is more visible in the winter, from tree branches and bark to birds’ nests and animal tracks. Discover ideas for getting younger learners to engage in winter nature play, using their senses to explore and search for patterns, and conducting simple investigations outdoors. Learn ways to bring nature inside and explore topics like keeping warm in the winter and winter camouflage for when it is too cold to venture out. Take home a plant to brighten your winter classroom. NGSS: LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes; LS2.A Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems; ESS2.D Weather and Climate Saturday, December 5, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Easy Engineering Connections through Life Science The inclusion of engineering in the Next Generation Science Standards may seem scary, but there are many easy ways to add an engineering twist even in plant science and ecology. Come learn about biomimicry and the characteristics of plants and animals that inspire solutions to human problems. Investigate the physical properties of plant parts and the structures that animals create, and discover simple tips for setting up engineering challenges. NGSS: Science and Engineering Practices, LS1.A Structure and Function; LS4.C Adaptations Saturday, February 20, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $85 (20 percent discount for Educator Members) Grade level: K – 12 PD hours: 6

Gardening with Young Children Young children love to get their hands dirty! Explore ideas for gardening with young children both inside and out. Discover easy-to-grow plants that stimulate the senses and how to use those plants in simple investigations and experiments that explore topics like plant parts, plant life cycles, and how plants and animals interact. NGSS: LS1.A Structure and Function; LS2.A Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems, LS4.C Adaptations, LS4.D Biodiversity and Humans Saturday, March 19, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $85 (20 percent discount for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 2 PD hours: 6

Illinois Department of Natural Resources ENTICE: Introducing Early Childhood Students to the Nature of Spring

Teacher & Student Programs

Teacher Professional Development

Spring is a wonderful season for young children to explore nature! Join us to discover what nature can tell us in spring. Learn about how nature begins to wake up and get ready for the growing season, including exploring plants only found in the spring, migrating birds, and other animal activities. Take a nature hike to put your knowledge to work. Register at https://www.enticeworkshops.com. Saturday, April 9, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10 Grade level: PreK – 3 PD hours: 6

Illinois Department of Natural Resources ENTICE: Schoolyard Wildlife Habitat Development How’s your habitat? Join us to learn how you and your students can take action to improve wildlife habitat on your school grounds. Learn basic habitat design and development as well as activities to link your habitat to your curriculum. Become aware of grant opportunities and obtain materials to get you started with your own schoolyard habitat development. Register at https://www.enticeworkshops.com. Saturday, May 21, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $10 Grade level: PreK – 12 PD hours: 6

Winter explorations at the Garden enhance classroom learning.

$85 (20 percent discount for Educator Members) Grade level: PreK – 2 PD hours: 6

Celebrating Trees and the Harvest Join us as we investigate the science of trees and the products that come from them! Explore how trees work inside and out, their seasonality, and how humans and other animals use them, as well as agricultural principles for taking better care of the land. Discover science activities to help your students make connections to Tu B’Shevat, the New Year of Trees. NGSS: LS1 From Molecules to Organisms: Structures and Processes; LS2.A Interdependent Relationships in Ecosystems; ESS3.C Human Impacts on Earth Systems Sunday, January 17, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. $85 (20 percent discount for Educator Members) Grade level: K – 12 PD hours: 6

Teacher & Student Programs

Teachers notice the differences between similar plants and learn to share this discovery with their students in a meaningful way.

New! Evening Workshop

Custom Workshops

Come to the Garden after school for an evening of fun, learning, food, and drink. Leave with new ideas for exploring science in your classroom.

Explore how to address the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) while increasing your understanding of plants and nature, building your repertoire of teaching techniques, and enlivening your classrooms! The Chicago Botanic Garden offers a variety of professional development workshops scheduled specifically for your group and customized to your unique needs. Perfect for teacher institute days, curriculum meetings, or professional development, workshops can be held at your school or at the Garden. Teachers, administrative staff, and parent or neighborhood volunteers can all participate through active learning that models grade-appropriate techniques for integrating plant-based learning into the curriculum.

Engineering Explorations with Gingerbread Explore how to support the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Engineering Standards in a fun and unique way: through the construction of gingerbread houses. Get your students testing different building and binding materials, experimenting with shapes and designs for building the sturdiest and tallest structures, and solving construction problems and challenges using a fun and festive medium. Visit the Garden’s holiday exhibition Wonderland Express. Fee includes food and drink. Monday, November 30, at the Chicago Botanic Garden 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. $85 (20 percent discount for Educator Members) Grade level: K – 12 PD Credit: 4

Other Teacher Programs

Workshops can explore specific areas of the NGSS or have a broader focus. Suggest your own topic or choose from existing topics customized to your needs, including Exploring Nature with Young Children, Classroom Gardening, Botany Basics, Schoolyard Ecology, Experimenting with Plants, Science and Literature, and Midwest Ecosystems. Custom workshops are a minimum of two hours long and cost $200/hour for each group of up to 20 teachers. Please call Teacher Programs at (847) 835-8253 for more information or to schedule a custom workshop. The Garden is a Chicago Public School Preferred Provider.

Real World Science Investigations in the Classroom Project BudBurst Join students and communities from across the country in collecting plant life-cycle data and entering it into our user-friendly database. Details, curriculum materials for grades K through 12, and data from past years are available at budburst.org. Project BudBurst is a collaboration between the Chicago Botanic Garden and the National Ecological Observatory Network. It is supported by grants from the National Geographic Education Foundation and National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Climate Change in My Backyard This series of lessons integrates student participation in Project BudBurst with investigation of NASA climate data, and uses an earth-systems approach to understanding climate change and its consequences for our environment. The series is aligned with the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards and is available in three age levels—grades 5 to 6, grades 7 to 9, and grades 10 to 12. Visit chicagobotanic.org/nasa for more information.

Gardening Courses Windy City Harvest offers half-day and full-day workshops on growing plants indoors and outside. It’s a great way to improve your home or school gardening skills. Visit chicagobotanic.org/education/ windy_city_harvest for a complete list of topics and other information.

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Teacher & Student Programs

Student Field Trips Enrich your students’ educational experience with a visit to the Garden. Choose from a variety of interactive programs that feature plant science and nature topics appropriate for specific grade levels. Guided and self-guided options are available. Visit chicagobotanic.org/fieldtrips for complete program information and to schedule your visit.

Guided Field Trips Guided programs are led by trained facilitators who will engage your students with hands-on activities aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards and that focus on the plants and habitats found at the Garden. Field trips include outdoor exploration activities, so please dress for the weather. Visit chicagobotanic.org/fieldtrips for more details and to schedule your visit. Programs cost $120 per class. K – 12 workshops have a maximum of 30 students, and preK workshops have a maximum of 25 students. Chaperone to student ratios depend on grade level, with a limit of 8 chaperones per class. Available dates vary with the program. Workshops are 60 minutes long unless otherwise noted.

Homeschool Groups We welcome you to register for field trips to the Garden. If your homeschool group includes a range of ages, please review our complete program descriptions online and select a program that best matches your group’s grade level and knowledge base.

Guided Programs Grades PreK – K A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

Discovering Plants Become a junior botanist as you learn about the roles of plant parts. To experience plant parts in action, students will explore the Garden, the Greenhouses, or the Regenstein Fruit & Vegetable Garden. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Fall, Early Spring, Spring

Science with Your Senses Your young scientists will embark on a sensory exploration. Students will learn to use all their senses to make good scientific observations while investigating and comparing the plants and animals they see in the Garden. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Fall, Early Spring, Spring

Trees and Trains (90 minutes) Learn how to identify evergreen tree families by touch and sight. Learn about their unique adaptations to the change in seasons. Visit the enchanting Wonderland Express exhibition to experience the trees and trains. Students will take home a special holiday craft. Holiday

Guided Programs Grades 1 – 2 Outrageous Orchids Programs (90 minutes) During the Orchid Show, all grade levels can explore the incredible diversity of orchids. Different programs are available for each grade level. Please visit chicagobotanic.org/education/teachers_students for descriptions. Admission to the seasonal Orchid Show is included.

A 1:5 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

Surprising Seeds Ever wonder how that plant started growing where there are no others like it? As junior botanists, students explore the structures that allow seeds to disperse to new areas. Students will explore the Garden to look for seeds and pot their own seed to take home. Fall and Early Spring

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A Walk in the Woods (90 minutes) Students will learn about woodland habitats and survey the Garden’s rare oak woodland using their senses and observational skills. Woodland programs take place outdoors in McDonald Woods. Fall until 10/16

The Wonders of Worms and Soil What roles do worms and play in an ecosystem? Students will investigate the components of healthy soil and come face to face with common soil-dwelling critters. Each student will leave with a potted plant. Fall, Holiday, and Early Spring

Butterflies and Bumblebees Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will explore the Garden from the perspective of a pollinator and pretend to be bees and butterflies as they help pollinate flowers. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Spring

Water Bugs Investigate the amazing creatures living in our waterways. Students will get an up-close look at the organisms that live in the Garden’s lakes and learn how they can tell scientists something about how healthy the water is. Spring

A 1:7 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

Insect Investigations (90 minutes) There is more to life in the garden than just plants. Come see the Garden through insect eyes, learn about insect characteristics, and observe unique relationships between plants and insects. Students will pot a plant to take home. Fall until 10/16

Flower Lab

Guided Programs 5 – 6

Guided Programs 7 – 12

A 1:7 ratio of chaperones to students is required.

A 1:10 ratio of chaperones to students is required. All programs are 90 minutes in length.

Pondering the Prairie (90 minutes) Students explore the prairie, focusing on plant adaptations and ecosystem interactions by conducting quadrant surveys to compare two prairie types. Prairie programs take place outdoors in the Dixon Prairie. Fall until 10/16

Ecosystems and Plant Adaptations (90 minutes)

Why do plants make flowers? As junior botanists, students learn about flower parts and how flowers, with pollinators’ help, produce seeds. Students will pot a flower seed to take home and apply knowledge gained as they explore flowers in the Garden.

Plants can survive and even thrive in challenging environmental conditions. Investigate how plants are adapted to abiotic factors in their environment by comparing and contrasting their characteristics and the conditions in which they live. Students will pot a plant to take home.

Fall, Holiday, and Early Spring

Fall and Early Spring

The Wonders of Worms and Soil

Plant Propagation

What roles do worms and play in an ecosystem? Students will investigate the components of healthy soil and come face to face with common soil-dwelling critters. Each student will leave with a potted plant.

Clone a new plant from part of another one. Compare and experiment with some different methods of propagating plants as you learn about various ways plants reproduce. Plant stem cuttings to take home and watch the roots grow.

Fall and Spring

Partners in Pollination Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will investigate the variety of structures and methods flowers use to attract pollinators and explore the Garden from the perspective of a pollinator. Each student will pot a plant to take home. Spring

Mighty Macros Investigate the amazing creatures living in our waterways. Students will get an up-close look at the organisms that live in the Garden’s lakes and learn how they can tell scientists something about how healthy the water is. Spring

Fall, Holiday, and Early Spring

Pollinator Preference Discover the wonderful world of pollinators. Students will investigate the variety of ways flowers attract pollinators and explore pollinator behavior using scientific tools. Each student will pot a plant to take home.

Water Quality Field Study Investigate what the organisms found in water can indicate about its health. Students will learn to identify organisms that indicate water quality, conducting a chemical assessment, and analyze what the results mean. Use the data students collect to compare to other waterways. Please prepare your students to be outdoors for the program. Fall until 10/16 and Spring

Biodiversity Field Study Investigate the diversity of different areas at the Garden. Students will learn to use systematic sampling techniques and observation skills to collect data about the plants present. By graphing and analyzing the data, students will compare the species richness and diversity of two areas. Use the data students collect to compare to other plant communities. Please prepare your students to be outdoors for the program. Fall until 10/16 and Spring

Photosynthesis Lab Students will explore photosynthesis, investigating how and where it takes place, how plants obtain the materials necessary for it to occur, and its products. Students will use scientific equipment to identify plant stomata and measure the gas exchange. Holiday and Early Spring

Spring

Lake Investigations Investigate the amazing creatures living in our waterways. Students will get an up-close look at the organisms that live in the Garden’s lakes and learn how they can tell scientists something about how healthy the water is. Spring

Students identify the amazing adaptations of plants that live in dry ecosystems.

Teacher & Student Programs

Guided Programs Grades 3 – 4

Teacher & Student Programs

Guided Programs for Children with Special Needs Bring your students to the Chicago Botanic Garden for a customized therapeutic program in the Buehler Enabling Garden outdoor classroom. These one-hour programs provide a guided, structured experience with nature and are designed for youth in grades K – 12 with special needs. All programs are offered in the morning between 10 a.m. and noon, and cost $120 for a maximum of 15 students. Proper ratio of adults to student is required.

Nature Play: Fun with Senses The Buehler Enabling Garden is a safe and comfortable garden where students with sensory processing disorders can experience nature and gardening. Students will be immersed in hands-on activities relating to plants and their sensory properties, have opportunities to increase socialization, and be immersed in a plant-rich environment that supports overcoming tactile defensiveness. Wednesday through Friday

Self-Guided Field Trips

Model Railroad Garden

Self-guided field trips allow students to explore while you lead them through the Garden. Register in advance, and Garden staff will be available to discuss areas suited for any curricular topic prior to your field trip.

Guide your students around our popular model railroad exhibition, where 7,500 square feet of miniature gardens and unique settings delight students and chaperones alike. Visit chicagobotanic.org/railroad for more information.

Year-round Monday through Friday

May through October $3 per person*

9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. $50 per bus

Additional Field Trip Experiences School Tram Tours Embark on a delightful journey around the Garden. Your tram tour guide will show you things you might not notice on your own and invite you to search for nature’s secrets. Late April through October $3 per person

Therapeutic Gardening

Grades PreK – 6

We can customize a program to meet the needs of your group. Please call (847) 835-6801 for more information about how we can serve your group.

Offered at 10:30 and 11:15 a.m., 12:30 or 1:15 p.m.

Monday through Friday If you find it difficult to travel with your students, please contact us to discuss possible programs delivered in your school.

Climb aboard for a narrated tram tour around the 2.6-mile perimeter of the Garden. Your tour guide will present highlights and answer the question “What is a botanic garden?” in an interactive journey through the Garden. 30 minutes Grades 7 – 12 Offered on the hour starting at 10 a.m. Your tour guide will present highlights and history of this living museum, and share information about our research projects and conservation efforts. 30 minutes

Wonderland Express Visit an enchanting winter wonderland with twinkling lights and a magical indoor train exhibition. Model trains travel over bridges, under trestles, past waterfalls, and through more than 80 miniature versions of Chicago landmarks. Visit chicagobotanic. org/wonderland for more information about Wonderland Express.

Wonderland Express makes a December field trip magical.

November 27, 2015 – January 3, 2016 $3 per person*

The Orchid Show Enjoy an eye-popping walk through the Tropical and Semitropical Greenhouses and Galleries to experience a colorful display of thousands of different orchids. February 15 through March 11 $3 per person*

Butterflies & Blooms Summer groups: Visit our outdoor, screened butterfly exhibition, where students can encounter hundreds of live tropical butterflies from South America, Asia, North America, and Africa, as well as native species from Illinois. Visit chicagobotanic.org/butterflies for more information about Butterflies & Blooms. May 23 through September 7 $3 per person* *New: You may purchase tickets on-site for your group at the school group rate.

Traveling Plant Science Teacher Enrich your curriculum and have the Chicago Botanic Garden come to you! Choose from a variety of programs that feature plant science topics appropriate for different grade levels, including Terrific Trees, offered in January and February for grades preK and kindergarten. All programs support NGSS, incorporate live plants brought from the Garden to study, and include a plant for each student to keep. January and February $120 per class (maximum 30 students) $100 for each additional class on the same day Schools located more than 20 miles from the Chicago Botanic Garden will be charged a $50 mileage fee.

Terrific Trees Through the use of scientific tools and hands-on exploration, students will discover the important role trees play in forest ecosystems right from their own classroom. Students will pot seeds to keep. PreK – K The following programs can also be brought to your classroom: Garden Groceries (PreK – 2) Surprising Seeds (K – 2) Flower Lab (3 – 5) Visit chicagobotanic.org/fieldtrips/outreach for more information about programs and scheduling.

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Windy City Harvest

Great Summer Science Experiences for Students

Brighter Futures in a Growing Economy

The Garden is committed to encouraging interest in the natural sciences and promoting careers in botany, horticulture, ecology, and conservation science. The Science Career Continuum offers qualified students in middle school through college a series of age appropriate opportunities to learn about science and conservation at the Garden.

Too often, people faced with limited opportunities find themselves unable to reach their full potential. Through its Windy City Harvest program, the Chicago Botanic Garden offers alternatives to youth and adults based on the growing interest in urban farming. The results we have seen since introducing jobs-training and mentoring programs in sustainable horticulture and urban agriculture have changed thousands of lives.

Science First (Grades 7 – 9)

Science First is a free four-week summer program for Chicago Public School students in grades 7 through 9. While enjoying hands-on, nature-based science activities, indoor and outdoor investigations, and exposure to real scientists who work at the Garden, students improve their understanding of the scientific method and careers in science. Transportation and free lunch are provided. CPS teachers are encouraged to share registration materials with promising students. Applications are due in April 2016. chicagobotanic.org/sciencefirst

College First (Grades 10 – 11)

College First is an internship and field ecology course for CPS students entering their junior or senior year. Students get paid and earn college credit while studying field ecology, conducting a research project, and working with scientists at the Garden. Students meet monthly during the school year to learn more about preparing for college. Transportation is provided. CPS teachers are encouraged to share registration materials with promising students. Applications are due in April 2016. chicagobotanic.org/collegefirst The Science Career Continuum is made possible by the generous support of the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation, Lloyd A. Fry Foundation, ITW, Colonel Stanley R. McNeil Foundation, Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, Discover Financial Services, Sally Mead Hands Foundation, Annette R. Kleinman, Harold M. and Adeline S. Morrison Family Foundation, Sage Foundation, the Trillium Foundation, W.P. & H.B. White Foundation, Bertha Lebus Charitable Trust, William J. Clancy Foundation, Comcast Corporation, and the Leo S. Guthman Fund.

Research Experiences for Undergraduates

The Garden’s Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is a full-time, ten-week research internship for college undergraduates conducting research in plant biology and conservation. Students earn a stipend and money for living expenses while they work with research scientists and graduate students from the Garden and Northwestern University. Professional-development and social activities are also included. cbgreu.org The Garden’s REU program is funded by the National Science Foundation.

Windy City Harvest Youth Farm

The Garden’s Windy City Harvest Youth Farm program provides a spring through fall employment opportunity for Chicago and Lake County teens, teaching them about how plants are an essential part of a healthy food system and healthy communities. Each year, approximately 100 young people learn how to work as a team to plant, grow, harvest, and market thousands of pounds of sustainably grown produce at four farm sites in Chicago and Lake County. These students become directed toward higher education and inspired by the belief that their actions can contribute to positive change for the area’s most challenged communities. chicagobotanic.org/urbanagriculture/youthfarm

Windy City Harvest Apprenticeship

The Garden offers a nine-month accredited certificate in sustainable urban agriculture in partnership with Daley College, delivered by Garden staff at the Arturo Velasquez Institute satellite campus. Apprentices (certificate students) learn and practice their production skills at farm sites across the city. To date, 89 percent of the certificate graduates—career changers, entrepreneurs, and people with barriers to employment—have found seasonal and full-time jobs in the local horticulture, urban agriculture, and food industry. chicagobotanic.org/urbanagriculture/apprenticeship

Windy City Harvest Corps

Windy City Harvest Corps provides opportunities for people with multiple barriers to employment and targets both juveniles (ages 17 to 21) and adults who have been involved with the justice system. The Corps provides training and transitional employment in Windy City Harvest operation sites for approximately 30 adults annually. Participants complete the Roots of Success job-readiness curriculum and are encouraged to apply to the Apprenticeship certificate program. chicagobotanic.org/urbanagriculture/corps The success of the Garden’s Windy City Harvest program would not be possible without federal agency grants, City of Chicago funding for transitional jobs, generous private foundation and corporate support, and the collaboration of employment partners such as Midwest Foods, Eataly, and FarmedHere, whose hiring practices consider people who have gone through the justice system.

Major support for the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Windy City Harvest programs is provided by the Beginning Farmer and Rancher Development Program of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, USDA, and the City of Chicago Department of Family and Support Services as well as anonymous funders, After School Matters, AgriBank and 1st Farm Credit Services, J.R. Albert Foundation, Brinshore Development, Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation, Hilton Chicago, the Kraft Heinz Foundation, the James and Madeleine McMullan Family Foundation, Midwest Foods, PCC Community Wellness Center, Polk Bros. Foundation, Preservation Foundation of Lake County Forest Preserves, SAVOR…Chicago at McCormick Place, Spear Family Charitable Fund, and State Farm Youth Advisory Board. Additional support is provided by anonymous funders, After School Matters, Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, Alvin H. Baum Family Fund, BMO Harris Bank, the Grainger Foundation, George and Amanda Hanley Foundation, the Hillshire Brands Foundation, Walter S. Mander Foundation, Prince Charitable Trust, State Farm, Steans Family Foundation, Tyson Foods, and the Woman’s Board of the Chicago Horticultural Society. Also contributing are the Laurance Armour Memorial Trust at the Chicago Community Trust, Tom E. Dailey Foundation, ITW, Kaplan Foundation Fund/Carol and Ed Kaplan, North Shore Garden Club, Madeleine P. Plonsker, and Whole Foods Market.

Horticultural Therapy Cultivating Health and Well-Being Horticultural Therapy Services

Since 1977, the Garden’s Horticultural Therapy Services Program has supported the establishment of horticultural therapy programs at healthcare and human service agencies serving schools, VA hospitals, people with disabilities, and older adults in the Chicago region. The program serves as a primary regional, national, and international resource for information while offering a full range of professional training opportunities. Also available are consulting services in barrier-free garden design, sensory landscaping, and horticultural therapy program planning. Visit chicagobotanic.org/therapy for more information. Horticultural Therapy is supported by an endowment from the Buehler Family Foundation. Additional support is provided by the Abra Prentice Foundation, Institute of Museum and Library Services, Albers/Kuhn Family Foundation, the Field Foundation of Illinois, Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Edmond and Alice Opler Foundation, and Mr. and Mrs. Roger O. Brown, as well as endowments established by the estate of Florence Rantz, the Kenilworth Garden Club, and the Julien H. Collins and Bertha M. Collins Fund. The Chicago Botanic Garden’s education and community programs are generously supported by The Brinson Foundation, HSBC, Kemper Educational and Charitable Foundation, United States Environmental Protection Agency, After School Matters, and the Allstate Insurance Company.

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This Season in the Garden Kris Jarantoski, executive vice president and director Winter affords some of the most beautiful scenes and some of the most peaceful and serene experiences in the Chicago Botanic Garden. Those in the know make their way to the Garden as soon as they can after a new snowfall to enjoy sparkling winter vistas. Throughout the season, our collections provide colorful winter bark on trees and shrubs, interesting fruit, and beautiful structural branching on trees. Is your garden at home uninteresting at this time of year? Come to the Garden to see which plants you could be growing to enhance your winter landscape. We’re hoping that this winter will be milder and shorter than the two preceding winters. People sometimes ask, “What trees and shrubs are you now planting in the Garden because of global warming?” Although the globe is warming overall, recent Chicago winters obviously have been rough. We will continue to push the envelope as we have since the earliest days of the Garden to see which plants from around the world grow well in our climate. For more than 450 years, botanic gardens have collected and housed assortments of plants from throughout the world to improve humanity’s existence. These include medicinal plants in the sixteenth century assembled for physicians’ use to cure diseases to food crops intended to expand and improve people’s diets (think potatoes, tomatoes, and corn introduced to Europe from the New World); global economic plants like rubber, tea, and cocoa; and landscape plants to enhance and improve people’s environments. And don’t forget the endangered plants that find a safe haven within a botanic garden’s borders. If you are ever in Padua or Pisa, Italy, be sure to visit the oldest botanic gardens in continuous existence. It’s a fascinating experience. And read up before you visit about all the plant introductions to the continent that arrived through these gardens. During winter, the warmth and color move indoors with Wonderland Express over the holidays and the Orchid Show in February and March. Our plant production staff has produced more than a thousand poinsettias for the holiday display, which will be augmented by many conifers brought in for the show. Brian Barker, the Garden’s design horticulturist, plans and orders plants for Wonderland Express and the Orchid Show; he also oversees the plantings in the Regenstein Center’s Krehbiel Gallery and the Garden View Café in the Visitor Center. Brian first came to the Garden as a horticulture intern in 1981 and was hired the next year as an assistant horticulturist in charge of the Graham Bulb Garden. After overseeing the Bulb, Aquatic, and Native Plant Gardens, and later the Dwarf Conifer and Waterfall Gardens, he became the Garden’s design horticulturist. Brian says that the most enjoyable things about his job are selecting plants, creating new displays, and seeing them come to fruition with the cooperation and input from his many talented coworkers in the Horticulture and Construction departments. In fall 2015, our plant production staff moved into the Garden’s beautiful new nursery after a summer of construction. New cold frames, Quonsets, benches, shade structures, and two pavilions in which staff and volunteers can pot up plants and wash pots—and where materials can be stored—make this new Garden work space a dream come true. Plans have been completed for the new headhouse and production greenhouses; construction will proceed when fundraising is completed.

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