Articles filed under Gardening
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Cowslip? Jack-in-the-pulpit? How spring wildflowers got their namesJun 04, 2019 6:00 am - The early blooming flowers that decorate the forest floor are some of the most welcome signs of spring. If you have a chance to visit a wooded preserve in early June, yo...
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Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club promotes land preservationJun 03, 2019 11:00 pm - Barbara Reed Turner of Long Grove celebrates her 100th birthday on June 13, but instead of presents, it is her gift to the community that keeps on giving. More than 40 ...
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These annuals are easiest in perennial bordersJun 02, 2019 7:00 am - Even perennial purists can't deny that annuals are color powerhouses. Planted in the border, they provide playful pops of color when perennials are on a blooming break. ...
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Rotate plants in your vegetable gardenJun 02, 2019 7:00 am - Rotate the crops in your vegetable garden to control pest problems. This is the easiest way to practice organic, integrated pest management gardening. Many insects and d...
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Re-greening after a floodMay 31, 2019 6:00 am - A flooded yard can devastate your home and property, including your grass and garden. In just a few minutes, your carefully planted garden can be washed away by heavy fl...
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Des Plaines Garden Club offereing free milkweed seeds to commuters MondayMay 31, 2019 1:00 am - In celebration of National Garden Week, members of the Des Plaines Garden Club will be at the Des Plaines Metra station from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 3, offering free mi...
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Become a Master Gardener with University of Illinois Extension informational meeting June 18 in St. CharlesMay 30, 2019 11:00 pm - Do you like to learn new things? Do you want to give back to your community? Consider becoming a University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener. Illinois Extension of ...
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Geneva Garden Club names scholarship winnersMay 30, 2019 11:00 pm - The Geneva Garden Club is very proud to recognize their 2019 scholarship recipients. Anastasia Kurth, a second-time winner, will receive $4,000, She will be a sophomore ...
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Get creative ideas for your outdoor space at Idea Garden open housesMay 30, 2019 11:00 pm - Skip the apps and websites, and come see inspirational garden ideas in person at the popular Master Gardener Idea Garden in St. Charles. Join the Master Gardeners for th...
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Plant, grow, harvest, grill: A plan for clean eating all summerMay 29, 2019 6:05 am - Summertime: the sound of birds calling, the feel of the sun on your face and the delicious smell of zucchini sizzling on the grill. Wait; what? There's more to grill tha...