Home and Garden
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U of I Extension hosts two free gardening webinars in JulyJun 28, 2017 11:00 pm - Learn more about lawn care and backyard fruit production - all from the comfort of your own computer and at no cost - with the University of Illinois Extension "Four Sea...
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Bring the family for 'Messin' Around in the Dirt Day'Jun 28, 2017 11:00 pm - Children can get to know nature and learn through playing at two more "Messin' Around in the Dirt Day" kid events in Aurora. Join University of Illinois Extension Maste...
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How 'Project New Leaf' is unfolding at Cantigny Park in WheatonJun 28, 2017 1:00 am - One of the best ways to enjoy Cantigny Park in Wheaton is a quiet stroll around a pond so pristine the water reflects the colorful landscape. What's left of that calmin...
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Transform your closet into a wine cellar, office or libraryJun 25, 2017 6:01 am - Closet ... the word has many connotations and meanings, but generally it refers to a small room or enclosed area adjacent to a larger inhabitable space. Enclosure is a k...
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Tricks to harboring hibiscus inside and outJun 25, 2017 6:01 am - Q. What is the difference between a tropical and a hardy hibiscus? A. If you meander garden centers in our area, you are bound to come across a variety of hibiscus. It's...
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How to pick the perfect shade for your homeJun 25, 2017 6:00 am - Choosing a color scheme for a room redesign can be daunting. You may see a color combination you love on Houzz or Pinterest but worry that you won't be able to pull it o...
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Best to prune bushes in JuneJun 25, 2017 6:00 am - June is a good month to shear your hedges. Prune formal hedges slightly wider at their base than at the top. This ensures that the sides of the hedge will receive equal ...
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A new look in floral arrangements: wilder, seasonal, localJun 25, 2017 6:00 am - Like a tiny green sprig reaching upward, it happened slowly at first. And then, suddenly, it was everywhere. A wilder, more seasonal and local look in floral arrangement...
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Black stainless steel is bold and sexy, but does it have staying power?Jun 24, 2017 6:00 am - When the Toronto Interior Design Group dreamed up a kitchen for one of its cooking-obsessed clients late last year, it opted to anchor the space with a suite of black-st...
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Can you shop for the best deal on a HECM reverse mortgage?Jun 24, 2017 6:00 am - Can you shop for the best deal on a HECM reverse mortgage? You can if you know exactly what you want, and exactly where to find it. This article is designed to help. • T...