Articles filed under Gardening
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What makes a plant a weed?Jul 13, 2017 11:00 pm - "Is that a good plant?" a woman asked me, pointing to a trailside flower during a nature walk. I paused and smiled. "I mean," she stuttered, sensing that the answer wa...
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Build your own garden border in under 4 hours for less than $200Jul 13, 2017 12:00 am - A garden border creates an eye-catching barrier between your garden and the rest of your outdoor living space. There are a variety of border designs to choose from; it ...
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Northern Kane County Wild Ones to offer garden tour July 22Jul 10, 2017 11:00 pm - On Saturday, July 22, members of the Northern Kane County Wild Ones will be offered a garden tour at Noel and April M. Williams home in Algonquin. Meet at 10 a.m. at the...
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Determine the best mix of fertilizer for gardensJul 09, 2017 6:01 am - Q. Do I have to fertilize the plants in my garden during the summer? A. Why are we fertilizing? We must remember our main goal is to supplement the SOIL, not the plant. ...
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Grow yourself a relaxing cup of teaJul 09, 2017 6:00 am - Gardeners choose plants for many reasons. Some make their selections on looks alone, while others choose plants to create a habitat for butterflies, bees and birds. Thos...
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Gardens galore as Elmhurst club sponsors annual walkJul 05, 2017 1:00 am - Gardens galore as Elmhurst club sponsors annual walk
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Get rare chance to explore Ball Horticulture Gardens at U of I Extension brunchJul 04, 2017 11:00 pm - Get rare chance to explore West Chicago's Ball Gardens at U of I Extension brunch
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Prospect Heights police start community garden for community outreachJul 03, 2017 1:00 am - Near apartment complexes once notorious for crime and gang activity, Prospect Heights police have started a community garden. It's filled with peppers, corn, tomatoes a...
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Junior Master Gardener Program to be offered July 13Jul 02, 2017 11:00 pm - Join the Junior Master Gardener Program at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 13, at Algonquin Area Public Library's Harnish Main Library, 2600 Harnish Drive in Algonquin. Children ...
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Deadhead hybrid roses to promote new flowersJul 02, 2017 6:00 am - Deadhead hybrid roses as soon as the flowers fade. Many shrub roses are self-cleaning and don't require deadheading. When in doubt, lightly prune old blossoms to keep th...