Articles filed under Gardening
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Wild geraniums herald the arrival of spring in Fox Valley woodsMay 29, 2014 6:00 am - Not too long ago, curled-up flower buds bore the burden of snow. These buds held the promise of better things to come. When the long-awaited sun finally came out, the u...
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How to help daffodils make more daffodilsMay 29, 2014 5:15 am - Now that daffodil bloom time has passed, some gardeners might be wondering where their flowers were. If some plants remained all leaves, with few or no flowers, why was ...
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Right equipment: Tools of the trade keep yard looking niceMay 25, 2014 1:01 am - When homeowners think of their backyards, most immediately think of the fun stuff - the flowering trees, beautiful flowers, great patio, comfortable furniture and the fi...
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No planting space? Try community gardeningMay 22, 2014 5:45 am - Community gardens are much more than neighboring plots. Given enough energy and enthusiasm, they morph into support groups, horticulture classes, swap meets or modes...
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Reduce pest problems by rotating vegetable cropsMay 19, 2014 1:01 am - The easiest way to reduce pest problems and avoid using chemical controls in the vegetable garden is to rotate crops. Many insects and diseases attack a number of relate...
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Good mowing habits promote healthy lawnsMay 17, 2014 1:01 am - For a healthier lawn, use a mulching mower that leaves the grass clippings behind. This means less work for you since you don't have to rake them up, and it recycles the...
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Don't be afraid to grow rosesMay 17, 2014 1:00 am - The thought of growing roses strikes fear in the hearts of many gardeners. Why? Maybe it's because of their place in history. Cleopatra used the power of roses in her se...
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Shady characters you should take homeMay 16, 2014 5:30 am - Take a walk around a suburban neighborhood, and you'll probably see sweeps of pachysandra or English ivy covering the ground under mature shade trees. A few spring bulbs...
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Gardening teaches kids about nature, food originsMay 16, 2014 5:30 am - On a chilly spring morning 6-year-old Franka Aguilar was exploring the Children's Garden at The Morton Arboretum in Lisle with her younger sister and brother. “It's a s...
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Expert presents 'Lilac Basics' in LombardMay 16, 2014 1:01 am - In the spirit of Lilac Time, the village of Lombard held an informational "Lilacs 101" class Friday at village hall. Lombard resident and lilac expert Marymae Meyer led ...