Articles filed under Gardening
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The Land Conservancy of McHenry County, MCC to host screening of new documentary about organic farming pioneerAug 18, 2019 11:00 pm - The Land Conservancy of McHenry County and McHenry County College's Agrarian Learning Center and Sustainability Center will present an inspiring new documentary film, "D...
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Prairie dropseed is among most beautiful native grassesAug 18, 2019 7:00 am - Ornamental grasses are reaching their peak in late summer landscapes. Planted among perennials in borders, they contribute contrasting texture, form and movement to the ...
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Your turf lawn may need some summer helpAug 18, 2019 7:00 am - From mid-August through mid-September, add seed to bare spots in your lawn. Choose a seed mix that is appropriate for the amount of sun at your site. Grass grown from a ...
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Take precautions to ensure healthy tomato plantsAug 18, 2019 6:00 am - Q. Are there any tips and tricks for growing tomatoes? I noticed some disease this year and am wondering if I did anything wrong. A. We had a late spring, which seems to...
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Master gardeners to offer their expertise at Gurnee library eventAug 13, 2019 1:00 am - The Warren-Newport Public Library in Gurnee is hosting an event for green-thumbed residents in need of advice and answers from experts. From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, m...
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Some common garden plants might help keep bugs awayAug 11, 2019 7:00 am - If mosquitoes, gnats, black flies and no-see-ums are driving you buggy, then consider cozying up to some lavender, marigolds or basil. Scientists question their overall ...
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For fuller displays, it's time to divide German irisesAug 11, 2019 7:00 am - Iris germanica, commonly called German or bearded iris, is a flamboyant, late-spring bloomer with glamorous flowers made up of parts with names such as standards, falls ...
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Don't bother collecting seeds from hybrid plantsAug 11, 2019 6:00 am - Q. How can I save seeds from some of my favorite plants in the garden to use for next year? A. Humans throughout history have been saving seeds to grow plants they find ...
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Set your autumn table with fresh vegetablesAug 11, 2019 6:00 am - During the first week of August, plant short-season snap beans, broccoli, cabbages, cauliflower, carrots, mustard greens, spinach and radishes for fall harvesting. Conti...
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St. Charles to host America in Bloom National Symposium and Awards Oct. 3-5Aug 08, 2019 11:00 pm - From Oct. 3-5, an estimated 300 visitors from cities around the country will gather at Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles for the America in Bloom Symposium and Awards P...