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The Importance of Pollination
Many of us don’t like insects and prefer not to have them in our yards and neighborhoods. While there are certainly unwanted insects, such as poisonous spiders, ticks and mosquitos; we need the majority of insects for pollination for most of the beautiful flowers in… Read more
Chicago’s Most Famous Plant, Do You Know What It Is?
With baseball season well underway, let’s take a minute to learn some history about possibly the most famous plant in Chicago, the Wrigley Field ivy! Planted against the outfield wall in 1937, the Boston ivy (Parthenocissus tricuspidata) is a flowering plant in the grape family,… Read more
Get the Facts on Environmental Justice
According to the EPA, environmental justice is, “the fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies”. Although the federal government is working towards… Read more
“Evening in Bloom” to benefit Chicago Gateway Green
Get lost in the grandeur of the anticipated March 14 preview event for one of the country's most famous and notable garden shows for a fun night of food, drinks, and entertainment. "Evening in Bloom" provides an exclusive sneak peek for more than 600 A-list… Read more
