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Learn the secrets to successful urban gardening in Chicago with classes on container gardening, rooftop gardening, and sustainable gardening practices.

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Grow Great Tomatoes

The Morton Arboretum @ **Virtual Classroom

Grow healthy, abundant tomatoes this summer. Nothing compares to the flavor and freshness of a homegrown tomato. In this online class, Arboretum horticulturist Kat Haberman will cover everything you need to know to have a successful tomato crop this summer. Learn what tomato plants need to thrive. Get tips on selecting varieties and choosing healthy seedlings. Learn the recommended practices for planting, feeding, and harvesting. Learn to...

(15) All levels 18 and older
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The Edible Patio: Container Gardening (Online)

The Morton Arboretum

Turn your small space into a productive, edible garden. This online class is perfect for condo, townhouse, or apartment dwellers. Think you don’t have enough room to grow your own food? Far from it! Learn what to plant and how to care for your patio garden, and you can enjoy homegrown fruits and vegetables this summer. Note: This program will take place using Zoom. You will need access to the internet via a computer or mobile device to participate....

(15) All levels 16 and older
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Introduction to Winter Tree Identification

The Resiliency Institute

Learn how to identify trees by observing their shape, bark, buds, leaves, flowers, and fruits and the basic characteristics of the winter plant families.   You will learn plant terminology, discover what parts of the plant help to identify it, and how to use a field guide.  Time will be spent in class keying out a few trees using specimens, magnifying lenses, and field guides.

(2) Intermediate 16 and older
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Succulents 101

Chicago Botanic Garden

Do you think you lack a green thumb? Do you have trouble keeping plants alive? Explore the captivating world of succulents. We will discuss needs and care techniques of common succulents and cactus, what succulence in plants really means, and other examples of low-maintenance arid plants. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered students will receive login...

(122) Beginner 18 and older
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Best Roses for Your Garden

Chicago Botanic Garden

Roses dazzle, delight, and romance us in many ways. Explore the world of roses as we dive into the commonly available varieties and touch on heirlooms, species, and exciting new selections.  Learn which rose to match with your space and expectations. A walk in the Krasberg Rose Garden will be included.

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Gardening Tools of the Trade: Online

Chicago Botanic Garden

Quality tools are helpful and essential in the garden. Discover a wide range of the most popular and durable tools, as well as some new selections on the market. Explore the realm of adaptive and ergonomic tools, which minimize stress and strain on the body, particularly as we age. Proper tool care will also be discussed. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must be submitted online two days before your class starts. Registered...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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Gardening with Children

Chicago Botanic Garden

Including and engaging children in the garden can be extremely rewarding and has the potential to create gardeners for life. Explore a wide range of activities and ideas for getting children involved and excited to be part of the joy of home gardening. Many examples for successful engagement with children along with myriad gardening projects and fun planting ideas will be discussed. This class will be taught online via Zoom. All registrations must...

(122) All levels 18 and older
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