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Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club’s Garden Walk set for July 19

Submitted by Jack Macholl
Jun 17, 2024 8:02 am - If you enjoy the outdoors, you’ll want to experience some of the area’s finest private gardens at the Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club's Annual Garden Walk, Friday, July 19.
It’s complicated: Is homeowner responsible for unpaid subcontractors?

By Tom Resnick
Jun 14, 2024 11:00 am - A homeowner was surprised to receive notice of lien from a subcontractor after getting some work done on their house. How can this situation be prevented?
Features to consider for relaxation-themed bathroom remodel

Jun 14, 2024 6:00 am - Take luxury and relaxation up a notch with these features for your next bathroom remodel.
Home & garden calendar, June 17-24

Jun 13, 2024 6:00 am - Garden walks, an iris art class, homeownership seminar, garden club meetings and more.
Dense is best for hedges; here’s how to prune properly

By Tim Johnson
Jun 13, 2024 6:00 am - The flowers and veggies are planted; now it’s time to turn your attention to routine tasks, like pruning hedges.
5 home improvements worth every penny

By Mike Strong
Jun 13, 2024 6:00 am - If you’re looking to sell your home anytime in the next year or two, be selective in choosing which home renovation projects to do. Pick the ones that let you recoup as much money as possible. Here are some home upgrades can pay off.
How to keep pests from destroying your garden

By Allyson Chiu
Jun 12, 2024 6:00 am - Climate changes have paved the way for some garden pests to take hold. How you can protect your garden.
9 tips for finding quality furniture at a price you can live with

By Laura Daily
Jun 11, 2024 8:02 pm - Buying furniture is a big — and sometimes overwhelming — task. A bit of research and a healthy dose of impulse control can help you choose pieces that will work for the long haul.
Don’t water at night and other secrets to growing great basil

By Kate Morgan
Jun 11, 2024 7:30 pm - In the right conditions, growing basil is easy. But it can be a bit fickle. Experts offer tips to help you grow better basil.
How to find that tricky balance between lawn and not-lawn. And care for it sustainably

By JESSICA DAMIANO
Jun 11, 2024 5:09 pm - Despite its comforting green tone, your lawn isn’t exactly eco-friendly. Your lawn provide little ecological value and contributes to air and groundwater pollution via the fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides and gas-powered equipment used to maintain it. What’s a typical suburban homeowner to do? There is a middle ground.

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