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Gardeners should tap into the magic offered by the winter sky
Jan 12, 2020 7:00 AM - Just as architects will orient a house to take in a view of the lake, the mountains or the ocean, the landscape designer can play to the winter sky. It helps to have a viewing point, indoors or out, and to be mindful that the winter sun rises in the southeast and sets in the southwest. -
Gardening trends for 2020? Think unconventional, sustainable
Jan 11, 2020 7:00 AM - Gardeners in 2020 will veer from the beaten path, opting for unconventional varieties and eco-conscious surroundings, according to a plant trends study by horticulturalists with the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. -
These tips will make you a first-class bird-watcher
Jan 11, 2020 7:00 AM - When attempting to attract birds to your garden, it is important to know what species are in your area, as well as their food preferences and feeding habits. -
Wild Ones to host screening of 'Living the Change' Jan. 23Jan 13, 2020 10:33 AM - The Northern Kane County chapter of the Wild Ones invites the community to a screening of the 2018 documentary "Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future" on Thursday, Jan. 23, at Christ the Lord Lutheran Church in Elgin.
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Recycle your Christmas tree, provide shelter to birds
Jan 5, 2020 7:00 AM - After Christmas, your live cut tree can be moved outside and be redecorated for the birds. -
Advice to first-time gardeners: Think small. Find your spot.
Jan 3, 2020 6:26 AM - Another growing season is building momentum with the arrival of the 2020 seed catalogs, and gardeners are drafting plans for new harvests. There's such a thing as being too enthusiastic, though, especially among novices. Beginners can achieve their best planting results by thinking small. -
Conservation@Home offers class on making your yard eco-friendly Feb. 15
Dec 30, 2019 9:57 PM - Learn how to create a more eco-friendly yard -
Pest problems go away with some elbow grease
Dec 29, 2019 6:00 AM - If you have a home greenhouse or a greenhouse window, clear it out and wash all of the pots, trays, shelves and glass. Cleaning your greenhouse thoroughly will reduce pest problems next year. -
Bring spring indoors early -- very early -- by forcing bulbs
Dec 28, 2019 7:20 AM - Daffodils sitting on a windowsill against a backdrop of white snow make a fragrant and pretty midwinter scene. This picture, with bulbs "forced" for early bloom, takes planning that should start now. -
When temperatures dip, spend indoor time with your houseplants
Dec 22, 2019 7:00 AM - During the winter, most houseplants are not in an active growth phase because of short day lengths, reduced humidity and lower temperatures, unless you are growing them in a greenhouse.
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