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I love palms and recently saw many at my local nursery. I know they come from humid warm climates. Are there any species that would be happy in a normal house environment? What type of location do they need and how do I care for them?
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Karen Hill's favorite antiques - garden urns and furniture wearing the original paint - add charm and grace to her historic Sleepy Hollow lake home. "What I like is original finish - a warm, original finish," she said. "It tells a story. For me that's everything."
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For hundreds of years, plant explorers have returned home with botanical discoveries that went on to became staples of the home landscape. In more recent times, plant breeders have used a variety of techniques - both old-fashioned and cutting edge - to develop new varieties and hybrids .
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There may be cheaper ways to declare your love on Valentine's Day than by saying it with flowers, but that doesn't mean having to forgo a bouquet. Just put more thought into the presentation.
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New love, and you're thinking of making your two households one. But two households equal a lot of stuff. After all, you've both lived on your own.
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Landscape Design Sampler," 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, and Saturday, Feb. 13. Free. "Plant a Succulent Container Garden," 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, and Saturday, Feb. 27. Cost: Materials only. The Growing Place, 1000 Montgomery Road, Aurora.
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20 years of lights at WrigleyRoselle girl's ultimate wish: to walk 40 years ago, the world was watchingSox' guest announcer Search for Rachel Mellon
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