Glencoe Lifestyle
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How to keep weeds, pests, diseases at bayMay 30, 2024 6:00 am - Here are some tips on how to keep your garden and containers looking their best this summer.
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Spring fever for plantingMay 16, 2024 6:00 am - After a few weeks of mild weather, spring-hungry Chicagoans think about planting.
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How to know whether it’s time to start plantingMay 09, 2024 6:00 am - Is it time to plant yet? Gardeners new and experienced ask this every year — that’s because every year is different. Here’s how to make the best decision for your plants.
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Carpenter ants could be nesting inside or outside houseMay 02, 2024 6:00 am - Spotting carpenter ants inside the house in the spring and summer does not mean they’re nesting indoors. But if they are, consider the help of a professional.
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How to keep the blooming party going in your gardenApr 25, 2024 6:00 am - Take photos of your bulb displays throughout the season to track areas that need new bulbs in the fall.
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Check for winter burn on evergreensApr 18, 2024 6:00 am - Spring means adding color to your garden — and don’t forget to check for winter damage to evergreens.
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Continue garden cleanup, pruning before planting seasonApr 11, 2024 6:15 am - Gardens are blooming early this year, making it all the more important to get that pruning and debris cleanup done before planting season begins.
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Fluctuating temperatures make spring a challengeApr 04, 2024 6:00 am - As buds on crabapples open, begin spraying with fungicide until leaves are fully open.
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A gardener’s spring: Tools, cuttings and plant careMar 28, 2024 6:00 am - It’s time to sharpen those spades and inspect your garden beds for plants suffering from the freeze-thaw-freeze-thaw cycle.
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Start summer-blooming bulbs indoors nowMar 21, 2024 6:00 am - Give summer-blooming bulbs a head start by starting them indoors now.