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Chicago Botanic Garden Events
Whether you're attending the hands-on workshop at the Midwest Fruit Explorers or admiring artfully arranged daffodils (水仙花) at the Midwest Daffodil Society Show, you're bound to take home plenty of inspiration for your home garden as you enjoy the best shows at Chicago Botanic Garden. Here are some of the Chicago flower and garden shows that you won't want to miss this spring.
●Midwest Fruit Explorers
The Midwest Fruit Explorers presents this hands-on workshop with step-by-step instructions on how to graft (嫁接) and care for fruit trees.
When: March 31-April 10, 1-4 p.m.
●Midwest Daffodil Society Show
The Midwest Daffodil Society Show puts hundreds of daffodils on exhibition that will be judged by the society. The show includes flower design and photography competitions.
When: April 22一28, 10 a.m.-4: 30 p.m.
●Ikebana International Show
The Ikebana International Show presents an exhibition of traditional Japanese flower arranging.
When: May 11-19, 9 a.m.-3: 30 p.m. ( Saturday & Sunday only)
●Gardeners of the North Shore
The Gardeners of the North Shore hosts this annual show. This show includes a judged exhibition with more than 500 entries of anything that a home gardener can grow, including flowers , vegetables , herbs , and house plants.
When: June 27-30, 9 a.m.-4: 30 p.m.
Garden tours & trams:
Enjoy a tram tour for an overview of popular areas. Return each season to experience different views.
Accessibility at the garden:
※Service animals are welcome. No pets please.
※Electronic Convenience Vehicles (ECVs) are available for rent in the Visitor Center on a first come, first served basis. The following fees apply: members: $15,non-members $20. ECVs will not be rented for indoor use.
※Wheelchairs are available free at the Information Desk in the Visitor Center.
Daily Hours: 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Garden View Cafe: 8 a.m. 4 p.m.
Garden Shop: 10 8.m.- 4 p.m.
21. What can visitors do at the Midwest Daffodil Society Show?
A. Grow house plants indoors.
B. Learn about fruit tree planting.
C. Take part in the photography competition.
D. Admire traditional Japanese flower arranging.
22. How much is it if a couple take their 2-year-old son on a tram tour with a membership card?
A. $14.B. $16.C. $19.D. $22.
23. What service can visitors enjoy in the garden?
A. Renting ECVs for indoor use.
B. Visiting the garden with their pets.
C. Using wheelchairs for free if they need.
D. Having free coffee from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
