Glencoe Lifestyle
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Short and sweet: Why fall colors could be intense, but brief this yearOct 04, 2026 10:28 am - Extreme summer weather and El Niño will impact the fall color season, say experts who predict this year’s display will be delayed and condensed into a short, vibrant color blaze.
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Lawn lovers still have time to fertilize for fallSep 28, 2026 1:31 pm - Lawn lovers should consider a fall application of fertilizer. Soil testing will help determine what fertilizer is needed.
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There is still plenty to do in the gardenSep 21, 2026 5:37 pm - You can do a lot in September that will help get your plants ready for colder weather and for next year.
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When summer veggies and fall blooms collideSep 11, 2026 8:06 pm - Fall is the ultimate time for multitasking, between harvesting summer veggies, planting fall blooms and planning for a spring bulb show.
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Fall is a good time to feed, aerate your lawnSep 03, 2026 4:55 pm - For a healthier lawn next season, now is the time to do some basic maintenance like nitrogen application and core aeration, in addition to overseeding.
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Control crabgrass before it goes to seedAug 31, 2026 5:51 pm - Crabgrass is popping up in lawns and now is the time to control it before it develops and spreads its seeds this fall.
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Look out for beneficial hornets as you garden; they sting if disturbedAug 24, 2026 2:06 pm - Hornets are beneficial garden insects, but that doesn’t mean they’re harmless. They’ll sting if disturbed, so be aware of where their nests may be hiding.
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Time to order spring-flowering bulbsAug 17, 2026 11:29 am - Heading into fall, consider ordering spring-flowering bulbs, take cuttings of annuals you want to save over winter and don’t forget to fall lawn mower maintenance.
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How to seed bare spots in your yard, control insects on plantsAug 11, 2026 5:30 am - Mid-August to mid-September is a good time to seed bare spots in your lawn.
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Tips on container garden care, harvesting herbs and combating southern blightAug 03, 2026 9:46 am - Even though it’s said to be rare in Illinois, we’ve found southern blight at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Here are some tips on dealing with it.
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