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Help Reduce Stormwater Run-off and Beautify Your Space with a Rain Garden

Help Reduce Stormwater Run-off and Beautify Your Space with a Rain Garden
A rain garden is an attractively planted low place in your yard designed to temporarily collect and hold a large volume of water when it rains.

Fun finds at The Arboretum Store Celebrate Opening of LEGO® brick-themed Exhibition

Fun finds at The Arboretum Store Celebrate Opening of LEGO® brick-themed Exhibition
Welcome The Morton Arboretum’s newest exhibition, Nature Connects®: Art with LEGO® bricks by Sean Kenney, with these fun items for the young and the young at heart.

Best Spring Hikes

Best Spring Hikes
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Arboretum’s spring landscape with these wonderful walks.

Celebrate Arbor Day with Tree-Themed Finds from The Arboretum Store

Celebrate Arbor Day with Tree-Themed Finds from The Arboretum Store
These unique items available at The Arboretum Store will help you celebrate trees and the many benefits they bring to the environment and communities this Arbor Day and every day.

How to Plant Trees and Shrubs

How to Plant a Tree
April is a good time to begin planting trees in Chicago-area gardens. Here are some tips for spring tree planting.

Look closely to see that spring is here

Look closely to see that spring is here
Signs of spring at The Morton Arboretum may be subtle, but they’re here.

The Arboretum Store Shares Picks for Valentine's Day Gift Giving

The Arboretum Store Shares Picks for Valentine's Day Gift Giving
Let your special someone know how much they mean to you with a thoughtful gift from The Arboretum Store this Valentine’s Day.

First Steps to a Garden Plan

First Steps to a Garden Plan
Winter is a hope-filled season for gardeners. This is the time to consider what you want from your yard and decide what you will do in the coming year.

Winter is prime pruning time

Winter is prime pruning time
Winter is a fine time to prune shrubs. When the leaves are gone, you can see the true form of the plant to help you choose which branch to cut.

Shop These Finds for the Holidays at The Arboretum Store

Shop These Finds for the Holidays at The Arboretum Store
The Arboretum Store carries unique, nature-themed gifts, including holiday home décor, games, jewelry, and more. Here are some of our top picks that celebrate the season.

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